MSKUS Diagnostic Course – February 3-4, 2023 – San Diego, CA
Course Information:
Dates
The course will take place from February 3-4, 2023
Venue
Humphrey’s Half Moon Inn
2303 Shelter Island Dr.
San Diego, CA 92106
Group Rate: $169/night
Course Hours
Friday: 8am – 5pm
Saturday: 8am – 5pm
(If you need to leave before 5pm for travel, this will not affect your CME credits.)
Letter of Invitation
Upon request, MSKUS can provide an invitation letter for attendees to obtain a travel visa. This does NOT imply any financial support to be provided.
Language
English is the official language of this meeting.
Educational Objectives
At the conclusion of the course, attendees should be able to:
- Understand basic MSK anatomy
pertinent to ultrasound
- Perform basic MSK ultrasound
exams of the major joints of the
upper/lower extremity
- Identify advantages/disadvantages
of MSK ultrasound as an imaging
modality
- Recognize the main MSK ultrasound
imaging pitfalls and artifacts
Photography and Recording Privileges
Photograph taking, video recording or audio recording is NOT permitted during this meeting at any time unless specifically clarified or approved by the MSKUS Course organizers.
Clothing
This is a hands-on course, there will be hours of standing, be sure to wear comfortable footwear, you are not required to wear scrubs, but it is recommended.
Course Description:
MSKUS Diagnostic Courses provide two days of intensive and interactive learning– taught by
highly trained faculty – that you can put to immediate use in your practice. The courses are
designed to provide you with the proper training essential to perform consistent and high-
quality examinations.
Participants will be placed in small groups to learn and practice hands-on diagnostic ultrasound techniques on live models.
You will be able to:
- Gain familiarity with the anatomy of the extremities
- Understand machine knobology
- Recognize artifacts produced by ultrasound
- Master probe manipulation and image standards
- Identify common sites of pathology
- Evaluate the muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and surrounding soft tissue
- Demonstrate the dynamic examinations of tendons and joints
- Gain experience with various ultrasound machines
Course Chair:
Course Faculty:
Course Location:
Humphrey’s Half Moon Inn
2303 Shelter Island Dr.
San Diego, CA 92106
CME Credit
The Institute for Medical Studies designates this live activity for a maximum of 16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Accommodations
Humphrey’s Half Moon Inn
2303 Shelter Island Dr.
San Diego, CA 92106
Group Rate: $169/night
Registration – $2,500
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