After completion of this intensive 4-day crash course, the professional is capable of using MSK ultrasound in clinical practice. In this blended-learning course, participants will learn how to scan extra-articular soft tissues of the extremity joints. Step-by-step we will guide you through the anatomy, sonoanatomy, standardized scan protocols and pathologies of the musculoskeletal system.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  • Understanding the concept of ultrasound.
  • What is the normal ultrasound appearance of extra articular soft tissues such as muscles, tendons, ligaments, bursa's, joints and nerves.
  • Learning how to use the ultrasound system.
  • Understanding the 3D functional anatomy of all extremity joints.
  • Being able to scan all SonoSkills extremity joint protocols in a standardized and repeatable way.
  • Being able to identify common pathology in MSK ultrasound.
  • Correctly working with the toolcard for qualitative scanning and pathology recognition.

Start date(s)

Location

Aristo Amsterdam
Teleportboulevard 100
1043 EJ Amsterdam
Netherlands

Who Should Attend?

Radiologists, rheumatologists, sports physicians, general practitioners, physiotherapists and all other primary and secondary healthcare professionals interested in improving their diagnostic capabilities and insight in treating dysfunctions of the musculoskeletal system.

Bootcamp Program

This intensive 4-day crash course is designed for international attendees. On Thursday and Friday the 24th and 25th of March we'll cover the upper extremity. On Saturday and Sunday participants have free time, a great opportunity to visit Amsterdam and its surroundings. On Monday and Tuesday the 28th and 29th we will cover the lower extremity.

Separate parts

Would you like to attend only part 1 or 2? You can book separate parts at €1400 each. Use discount code SEPBCMP at checkout to receive €900 off.

Highlights

  • 4-day hands-on crash course
  • 6 months eLearning access
  • SonoSkills protocol book
  • 3 : 1 participant to ultrasound system ratio

elearning

This course is blended, meaning a combination of online and onsite learning. Blended learning is an additional element to classroom teaching and one which supports existing teaching practices. It combines many of the best elements of face-to-face teaching (personalized learning and social interaction) while allowing greater variety and flexibility than a traditional classroom setup, responding to the needs of the modern learner.

Over 170 videos, totaling to over 15 hours of content are available to you on-demand before, during, and after the course for 6 months. A €475 value included in your registration! After completion of the online course, 15 CME credits will be available.

Technical Scanning Guidelines

Included in this course is our book: Musculoskeletal Ultrasound of the Extremity Joints: Technical Scanning Guidelines. A €125 value included in your registration!

Program

MSK Ultrasound Bootcamp - Level 1

Incl. 6-months eLearning access
  • Language English
  • Accreditation pending
  • Study load 28 hrs (Hands-on)
    16 hrs (eLearning)
  • Length 4 days
  • Location Amsterdam Netherlands
  • Start date(s) See all dates
  • Trainers Marc Schmitz, Rob Epping, Ferd Serton, MSc