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Basic Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Course

Learn the fundamentals of MSK ultrasound from renowned faculty and instructors.

AIUM Education Center & Online

January 17 - 18, 2025

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Hosted by the AIUM, this 2-day course provides a comprehensive introduction to MSK ultrasound and will help you:

  • Learn from world-class faculty
  • Master scanning technique of muscles, tendons, and ligaments of the six major joints
  • Earn up to 10 CME credits
  • Access course recordings for 90 days

Attend in person at the AIUM Education Center in Laurel, Maryland, or participate online from your home or office. Seating is limited for in-person participants.

Online participation includes live demos of each joint and Q&A with an instructor.




Who Should Attend?

Physicians, sonographers, radiologists, physical therapists, and other clinicians who have an interest in MSK ultrasound.



Course Tuition & Registration

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PHYSICIAN
(In-Person & Hands-on Scanning)
$1,199

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PHYSICIAN
(Online)
$959

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SONOGRAPHER, NONPHYSICIAN, or STUDENT
(In-Person & Hands-on Scanning)
$839

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SONOGRAPHER, NONPHYSICIAN, or STUDENT
(Online)
$669

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PHYSICIAN
 (In-Person & Hands-on Scanning)
$1,599

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PHYSICIAN
 (Online)
$1,279

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SONOGRAPHER OR NONPHYSICIAN
(In-Person & Hands-on Scanning)
$1,039

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SONOGRAPHER OR NONPHYSICIAN
(Online)
$869

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Faculty


Hands-on Proctors

Victor Flores, MD
Antje Greenfield, MD
Nicholas Goyeneche, MD
Daniel Kowal, MD
Bill Medford, RDMS, RMSKS
Sarah Mott
Michelle Waters, BS, RT(R), RDMS, RMSKS



Goal

This course is designed to Improve patient care by learning practical tips in scanning and recognizing pitfalls in the sonographic assessment of joints. 


Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Identify the normal sonographic appearance of muscles, tendons, and ligaments of the six major joints;
  • Recognize sonographic features of common pathology involving the joints studied;
  • List practical scanning times and pitfalls encountered in sonographic assessment of joints; and
  • Apply skills learned into clinical practice.



Course Schedule


Friday, January 17, 2025

Time

Presentation Title

12:00 pm

Lunch

12:25 pm

Welcome and Overview

12:30 pm

Didactic and Demo: Shoulder

1:15 pm

Scanning: Shoulder*

2:20 pm

Didactic and Demo: Elbow

3:05 pmScanning: Elbow*
4:10 pmDidactic and Demo: Wrist/Hand

4:55 pm

Scanning: Wrist/Hand*

6:00 pm

Summary and Adjourn Day 1


Saturday, January 18, 2025

Time

Presentation Title

7:30 am

Breakfast

8:00 am

Didactic and Demo: Hip

8:45 am

Scanning: Hip*

9:50 am

Didactic and Demo: Knee

10:35 am

Scanning: Knee*

11:40 amDidactic and Demo: Ankle/Foot
12:25 pmScanning: Ankle/Foot*

1:30 pm

Q&A and Summary of Day 2

*Live patient models will be utilized during the hands-on sessions. Online registrants will participate via virtual demos for the hands-on sessions.



CME Accreditation

The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

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Credit Designation

The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 10.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.




Course Recordings

All registered participants will gain access to the course recordings for 90 days, ensuring you can revisit valuable insights at your convenience.




Location & Hotels (in-person participants)

AIUM Education Center

14750 Sweitzer Lane, Suite 100
Laurel, Maryland 20707

Hotels

We have two hotels near the AIUM Education Center with special rates. To receive the discounted rates below, please use the provided booking link or mention that you are with the AIUM group.

Holiday Inn Express

14402 Laurel Place, Laurel, MD, 20707
Call 1-888-465-4329 (Option 2 for Reservations)

Note: The Holiday Inn Express is a newly renovated hotel, conveniently situated within walking distance of a park and several restaurants. It is a 4-mile drive away (transportation not provided; we recommend using a taxi, Lyft, or Uber).

Please make your reservations here.

Room rates per night, plus applicable taxes:

Double Room: $108
King Room: $118
King Junior Suite: $143
King Executive Suite: $158 

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Laurel

15101 Sweitzer Lane, Laurel, MD 20707
Call 301-776-5300 (Option 1 for Reservations)

Note: The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Laurel is an older hotel, but it’s conveniently located just 0.5 miles away and provides a complimentary shuttle service.

Please make your reservations here.

Room rates per night, plus applicable taxes:

Single/double: $119





Cancellation Policy

Written cancellation must be received by December 19, 2024, to receive a refund of the course registration fee minus a $200 administration fee. Written cancellations received after December 19, 2024, will not receive a refund. All cancellations must be received by the AIUM via e-mail to learn@aium.org. In the unlikely event that the program is canceled, seminar registration fees will be fully refunded. However, please note that the AIUM cannot be held responsible for any travel or hotel costs incurred by participants.




About the AIUM

Through rigorous research, high-quality education, accreditation, and evidence-based training and practice resources, the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) is the leading global multidisciplinary ultrasound community.

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