# Emergency Ultrasound MasterClass

## Metadata
- Content type: Course
- Canonical URL: https://123sonography.com/course/emergencyusmasterclass
- Published: April 3, 2019
- Last updated: April 24, 2025
- Category: POCUS / Emergency / Critical Care
- Course Type: Master Class

## Overview
This course is designed for clinicians that are using bedside ultrasound that now want to expand the ability in other areas, particularly critical care and echocardiography. Note: This course includes AI-generated translations in Spanish and Arabic. Accuracy is not guaranteed (read more in Terms & Conditions)

## Media
![emergency mc thumbnail](https://123sonography.com/sites/default/files/2024-04/screenshot_2024-04-09_at_17.00.04.png)

## Snapshot
- Duration: 5.5 hours
- Total CME credits that can be earned: 5.25
- Chapters: 11
- Lectures: 12
- Quizzes: 10

## Intended Audience
- Emergency Physicians
- Geriatricians
- Primary Care Physicians
- Critical Care Physicians
- Internists
- Medical Students
- Sonographers

## Faculty
- [Thomas Cook, MD](/speaker/29) - Palmetto Health, University of South Carolina, USA
- [Patrick Hunt, MD](/speaker/20) - Palmetto Health, University of South Carolina, USA
- [Robinson M. Ferre, MD, FACEP](/speaker/35) - Emergency Medicine, Vanderbilt University Nashville
- [Geoffrey E. Hayden, MD](/speaker/56) - Associate Professor, Department of Emergency MedicineAssociate Director, JeffDESIGN, The Sidney Kimmel Medical CollegeThomas Jefferson University

## Learning Objectives
- Understand the application of bedside ultrasound in cardiac examinations.
- Gain proficiency in conducting ultrasound examinations for deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
- Develop skills in performing soft tissue ultrasound examinations.
- Acquire knowledge and techniques for conducting musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound examinations.
- Learn the principles and practices of ocular ultrasound examinations.
- Emphasize the use of ultrasound in resuscitation scenarios.
- Understand the role of ultrasound in providing procedural guidance during medical interventions.

## Topics
- Cardiology
- Vascular / Angiology
- Internal Medicine
- Emergency & Critical Care
- Anaesthesiology
- Ultrasound in emergencies and prehospital indications

## Pricing Options
- Supported currencies: AED, CLP, COP, EGP, EUR, INR, MXN, PEN, QAR, USD

### One-Month Access
- Payment type: Monthly subscription
- Price: €139
- Currency: EUR
- Access duration: 1 month
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Take the most flexible route with a monthly subscription.

You get:

- Cancellation possible anytime after 4 months minimum run time
- Ability to complete quizzes and earn CME credits

### Half-Year Access
- Payment type: One-time payment
- Price: €770
- Currency: EUR
- Access duration: 6 months
- Add to cart: /add-to-cart/52/354
Our shortest option for very fast learners.

You get:

- 6 months access to our course
- Ability to complete quizzes and earn CME credits

### One-Year Access
- Payment type: One-time payment
- Price: €1078
- Currency: EUR
- Access duration: 12 months
- Add to cart: /add-to-cart/52/356
Our most recommended access duration to dive deep into the course. Save 30% on the 6-month option.

You get:

- 12 months access to our course
- Ability to complete quizzes and earn CME credits

### Two-Year Access
- Payment type: One-time payment
- Price: €1848
- Currency: EUR
- Access duration: 24 months
- Add to cart: /add-to-cart/52/358
If you want to take your time learning, this option is perfect for you. Save 40% on the 6-month option.

You get:

- 24 months access to our course
- Ability to complete quizzes and earn CME credits

## Recommended Blog Posts
- [Test your Emergency Skills with Ultrasound!](/blog/cases/ultrasound-emergencies-test-your-skills) - You will frequently only need one or two views to know the problem in emergencies. Can you make the diagnosis in the following case?

## CME Information

### Introduction

The goal of this activity is to provide online education for the course Emergency Ultrasound MasterClass.

This activity is intended for Medical Students, Physicians, Physician Assistants, Primary Care Physicians, Sonographers and Vascular Surgeons.

### Financial disclosures

Dr Thomas Cook does not have any relevant financial relationship to disclose; Dr. Patrick Hunt does not have any relevant financial relationship to disclose; Dr. Robinson M. Ferre, MD, FACEP does not have any relevant financial relationship to disclose; Dr Geoffrey E. Hayden does not have any relevant financial relationship to disclose; Staff at Siyemi Learning and 123 Sonography do not have any relevant financial relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.; Staff at 3rd Rock do not have any relevant financial relationship to disclose.

This course is certified for CME, further information on how to claim your CME credits can be found below.

### CME information

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Siyemi Learning and 123 Sonography. Siyemi Learning is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Siyemi Learning designates this enduring material for a maximum of 5.25 *AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™*. Physicians should claim only the credits commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

![](https://legacy.123sonography.com/profiles/sono/modules/custom/sonocertificates/resources/accme.png) ![](https://legacy.123sonography.com/profiles/sono/modules/custom/sonocertificates/resources/siyemi.png)

### How to earn your CME credit

In order to earn credit, you must watch the videos, take the quiz (pass mark 75%) and complete the evaluation. While you can claim CME certificates as you work through each chapter, if you prefer (e.g. if you are only able to use full credits because you are based in Europe) you can claim a single certificate for your total activity in this course. You will need to pass the quiz at the end of each chapter you complete, then just let us know you are ready to claim your certificate. Send a mail to <office@123sonography.com>.

Release date: April 2019
Expiry date: April 2022

Revision date: April 2022
Expiry date: April 2025

## Curriculum

### Free lectures
- Chapter content: 2 lectures and 0 quizzes
- Lecture: [Free lecture 1](/course/emergencyusmasterclass#sg_course_lecture_2339) (Duration: 00:10; Free)
- Lecture: [Free lecture 2](/course/emergencyusmasterclass#sg_course_lecture_2340) (Duration: 00:10; Free)

### Doppler Physics
This lecture is an introduction to Doppler ultrasound physics as well as the four modalities used in diagnostic ultrasound: color Doppler, power Doppler, pulse save Doppler, and continuous wave Doppler.
- Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes
- Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.75
- Lecture: [Doppler Physics](/course/emergencyusmasterclass#sg_course_lecture_973) (Duration: 00:37)
- CME Quiz: Emergency Ultrasound MasterClass - Doppler Physics (CME: 0.75)

### Pulmonary Ultrasound
This lecture covers the principles of performing pulmonary ultrasound as well as how to identify pneumothorax, pleural effusion, pulmonary edema, and pulmonary consolidation.
- Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes
- Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.5
- Lecture: [Pulmonary Ultrasound](/course/emergencyusmasterclass#sg_course_lecture_966) (Duration: 00:25)
- CME Quiz: Emergency Ultrasound MasterClass - Pulmonary Ultrasound (CME: 0.5)

### Evaluation Left Ventricular Function
This is a basic lecture covering how to evaluate left ventricular function with ultrasound.
- Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes
- Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.5
- Lecture: [Evaluation of Left Ventricular Function](/course/emergencyusmasterclass#sg_course_lecture_969) (Duration: 00:29)
- CME Quiz: Emergency Ultrasound MasterClass - Evaluation Left Ventricular Function (CME: 0.5)

### DVT Ultrasound
This lecture covers the ultrasonic evaluation of deep venous thrombus evaluation as well as clinical pathways for management.
- Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes
- Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.5
- Lecture: [DVT Ultrasound](/course/emergencyusmasterclass#sg_course_lecture_974) (Duration: 00:32)
- CME Quiz: Emergency Ultrasound MasterClass - DVT Ultrasound (CME: 0.5)

### Evaluation of the Right Heart
This is a basic lecture covering the evaluation of right heart function with ultrasound.
- Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes
- Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.25
- Lecture: [Evaluation of the Right Heart](/course/emergencyusmasterclass#sg_course_lecture_967) (Duration: 00:21)
- CME Quiz: Emergency Ultrasound MasterClass - Evaluation of the Right Heart (CME: 0.25)

### US-guided Procedures
This lecture covers the ultrasound-guided technique for thoracentesis, paracentesis, peri-tonsillar abscess drainage, lumbar puncture, pericardiocentesis, and placement of a transvenous pacer.
- Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes
- Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.75
- Lecture: [US-guided Procedures](/course/emergencyusmasterclass#sg_course_lecture_975) (Duration: 00:44)
- CME Quiz: Emergency Ultrasound MasterClass - US-guided Procedures (CME: 0.75)

### Soft Tissue & MSK
This lecture covers several soft tissue pathologies diagnosed by ultrasound as well as basic musculoskeletal ultrasound techniques for the evaluation of fractures and tendon injuries.
- Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes
- Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.5
- Lecture: [Soft Tissue & MSK](/course/emergencyusmasterclass#sg_course_lecture_968) (Duration: 00:27)
- CME Quiz: Emergency Ultrasound MasterClass - Soft Tissue & MSK (CME: 0.5)

### Resuscitation
This lecture covers the use of ultrasound in the diagnosis and management of undifferentiated shock.
- Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes
- Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.5
- Lecture: [Rescucitation](/course/emergencyusmasterclass#sg_course_lecture_970) (Duration: 00:27)
- CME Quiz: Emergency Ultrasound MasterClass - Resuscitation (CME: 0.5)

### Heart Valve Pathology
This lecture covers the basics of using ultrasound for evaluating heart valve pathology in addition to mitral valve regurgitation and stenosis.
- Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes
- Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.5
- Lecture: [Heart Valve Pathology](/course/emergencyusmasterclass#sg_course_lecture_971) (Duration: 00:28)
- CME Quiz: Emergency Ultrasound MasterClass - Heart Valve Pathology (CME: 0.5)

### Aortic Valve Pathology
This lecture covers aortic valve pathology in addition to thoracic aorta dissection.
- Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes
- Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.5
- Lecture: [Aortic Valve Disease](/course/emergencyusmasterclass#sg_course_lecture_972) (Duration: 00:29)
- CME Quiz: Emergency Ultrasound MasterClass - Aortic Valve Pathology (CME: 0.5)
