# Ultrasound Pass for Radiologists ## Metadata - Content type: Course - Canonical URL: https://123sonography.com/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists - Published: July 10, 2024 - Last updated: April 15, 2025 - Category: Other US courses - Course Type: Essentials ## Overview This subscription, tailored for radiologists, provides comprehensive instruction on imaging techniques for abdominal ultrasound (liver, gallbladder, kidneys, urinary bladder, spleen, and pancreas), thyroid ultrasound (sonoanatomy, standard exam of the thyroid and the surroundings), and lung ultrasound (with a focus on pleural effusion detection and ruling out pneumothorax). It also covers the standard assessment of the carotid artery from its origin to the base of the skull (including B-mode imaging and colour Doppler and vertebral arteries assessment), the basics of echocardiography (including all standard views), as well as the standard emergency protocol to detect DVT with compression sonography. The main focus is on mastering the techniques to obtain high-quality standard ultrasound images, supported by extensive imaging demos for each area. Radiologists will benefit from increased confidence and practical imaging skills. Note: This course includes AI-generated translations in Spanish and Arabic. Accuracy is not guaranteed (read more in Terms & Conditions) ## Media ![Ultrasound for Radiologists - Essentials Pass](https://123sonography.com/sites/default/files/2024-07/shutterstock_2111813774.jpg) ## Snapshot - Duration: 9.4 hours - Chapters: 6 - Lectures: 32 ## Intended Audience - Radiologists - Sonographers - Medical Students - Medical doctors ## Faculty - [Prof. Thomas Binder, MD, FESC](/speaker/30) - Cardiologist, Head of Digital Learning; Medical University of Vienna - [Katayoun Tonninger-Bahadori, MD](/speaker/139) - General and Visceral Surgeon, Thyroid Specialist, Vienna - [Ulrike Handler, MD](/speaker/33) - Herz Jesu Hospital, Vienna, Austria - [Christian Aiginger, MD](/speaker/24) - St. Josef Hospital, Vienna, Austria - [Martin Altersberger, MD](/speaker/126) - ÖGUM level II EM Ultrasound; Deputy head Echolab Steyr - [Janet Hoyler, BA, RDMS, RVT](/speaker/60) - Ultrasound Instructor; Brigham and Womens Hospital, Harvard - [Anna-Maria Pistritto, MD](/speaker/23) - Cardiologist; Medical University of Catania, Italy - [Dr. Martina Schiller](/speaker/129) - Radiologist, Lower Austria ## Learning Objectives - Learn all the essentials from abdominal ultrasound, over thyroid ultrasound to carotid and DVT scanning and even the basics of echocardiography. - Learn how to image all radiology-relevant body regions. - Increase your confidence and practical imaging skills. ## Topics - Gastroenterology - Radiology - Primary Care ## Pricing Options - Supported currencies: AED, CLP, COP, EGP, EUR, INR, MXN, PEN, QAR, USD ### One-Month Access - Payment type: Monthly subscription - Price: €35 - Currency: EUR - Access duration: 1 month - Add to cart: /add-to-cart/286/1129 Take the most flexible route with a monthly subscription. You get: - Cancellation possible anytime - Lectures, micro- and nano-learning ### One-Year Access - Payment type: One-time payment - Price: €360 - Currency: EUR - Access duration: 12 months - Add to cart: /add-to-cart/286/1130 Billed yearly. You get: - 13% savings on yearly plan - Lectures, micro- and nano-learning ## Recommended Blog Posts - [Ultrasound 101 - Part 2: Image Orientation](/blog/medical-team/ultrasound-101-part-2-image-orientation) - In part 2 of Ultrasound 101, you will learn about image orientation while using your transducer. ## Curriculum ### Abdominal Ultrasound This chapter provides a comprehensive introduction to abdominal ultrasound, covering essential techniques and anatomy for various organs. You will meet the speakers of the Abdominal Ultrasound BachelorClass and explore clinical case reports showcasing the utility of abdominal ultrasound. The main part includes detailed lectures on scanning the liver, gallbladder, kidneys, bladder, spleen, and the pancreas, with practical tips for identifying pathologies and performing thorough exams. More pathology examples can be found in our Abdominal Ultrasound BachelorClass. - Chapter content: 11 lectures and 0 quizzes - Lecture: [What to find in the urinary bladder?](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3773) (Duration: 00:17) - Your starting point into the world of abdominal ultrasound. Meet your teachers of the Abdominal Ultrasound BachelorClass, Ulrike and Christian. Six different case reports from our lab that will show you how powerful abdominal ultrasound is. We will present you with some clincal... - Lecture: [Beyond the diaphragm and other case examples](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3774) (Duration: 00:21; Free) - This lecture provides an overview of abdominal ultrasound, including clinical case examples for an interdisciplinary understanding. - Lecture: [Liver: Anatomy and How to image](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3775) (Duration: 00:14) - The liver is the second largest organ in our body. We start with a review of the relevant anatomic features and the important structures surrounding the liver - Lecture: [Liver: How to image 1](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3776) (Duration: 00:16) - "We show you how to scan the liver in the standard imaging planes systematically, including the “emergency view” of the liver. " - Lecture: [Liver: How to image 2](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3777) (Duration: 00:17) - How to perform a thorough liver ultrasound exam? This lecture teaches you! - Lecture: [Gallbladder: Anatomy and How to image](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3778) (Duration: 00:12) - In this lecture you will learn how to find the gallbladder - Imaging tips help you get started. To learn more about gallbladder pathologies, top up with our Abdominal Ultrasound BachelorsClass - Lecture: [Kidneys: How to image the right kidney](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3779) (Duration: 00:12) - Let's learn how to scan the right kidney - Lecture: [Kidneys: How to image the left kidney](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3780) (Duration: 00:10) - Let's learn how to scan the left kidney - Lecture: [Urinary bladder: Anatomy and how to image](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3781) (Duration: 00:14) - After scanning the upper urinary tract, we have a closer look at the bladder! - Lecture: [Spleen: Anatomy and how to image](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3782) (Duration: 00:19) - In this lecture we scan the spleen, an organ that is sometimes hard to depict on ultrasound - You will also get basic knowledge about some pathologies of the spleen. - Lecture: [Pancreas: Anatomy and how to image](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3783) (Duration: 00:17) - Pancreas - the hidden organ? True, it can be difficult to find. But once you have completed this chapter, you will never fail to find the pancreas again. To learn about pancreas pathologies and how to scan the great vessels, get the comprehensive Abdominal Ultrasound... ### Thyroid Ultrasound This chapter introduces thyroid ultrasound, covering indications and basic imaging techniques. You will learn how to identify and describe benign thyroid cysts and perform a standard thyroid exam, including patient positioning, image orientation, and ultrasound anatomy. The lectures also cover contour, texture, shape, and size quantification of the thyroid, with many tips on how to image the vessels for additional information. - Chapter content: 6 lectures and 0 quizzes - Lecture: [Indications for thyroid ultrasound](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3784) (Duration: 00:13; Free) - This first lecture gives you an overview over the indications for Thyroid Ultrasound. - Lecture: [Imaging of the thyroid - Basics](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3785) (Duration: 00:11; Free) - In the second lecture of this Thyroid Ultrasound Chapter you learn the basics of how to image the thyroid gland and its surrounding. - Lecture: [Frequent findings - Cysts](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3786) (Duration: 00:09; Free) - This lecture is dedicated to a frequent ultrasound finding when scanning the thyroid gland and the anterior neck region: cysts! - Lecture: [How to image part 1](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3787) (Duration: 00:25) - In this "How to Image"- Lecture you learn how to perform a standard exam of the thyroid. The first part covers the following topics: Patient positioning, cut planes, image orientation, and ultrasound anatomy. - Lecture: [How to image part 2](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3788) (Duration: 00:19) - In this second "How to Image"- Lecture you will learn about the features of the thyroid gland that you should describe. We will talk about contour, texture, and shape of the thyroid. Finally, we show you how to quantify the size of the thyroid. - Lecture: [How to image part 3](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3789) (Duration: 00:22) - In this last part of "How to Image", we provide valuable tips & tricks. We discuss why and how to image the vessels and how to differentiate them from cystic structures. You will also learn how to image the vagal nerve. Finally, we show you a last complete thyroid ultrasound... ### Lung Ultrasound This chapter on lung ultrasound covers the basics, including pleural effusion, B-lines, pneumothorax, and consolidations. You'll learn to recognize diffuse parenchymal lung disease and use ultrasound for diagnosing COVID-19 viral pneumonia. - Chapter content: 5 lectures and 0 quizzes - Lecture: [Basics of lung ultrasound - Pleural effusion, B-Lines and Pneumothorax](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3795) (Duration: 00:15; Free) - In this first lecture on lung ultrasound basics you will learn about pleural effusion, B-Lines and Pneumothorax. - Lecture: [Basics of lung ultrasound - Consolidation, DPLD and COVID-19](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3796) (Duration: 00:15; Free) - In this second lecture on lung ultrasound basics, you will learn to recognize consolidations, diffuse parenchymal lung disease (DPLD) looks like. A major topic of this lecture, that was produced during the COVID-19 pandemy, is the application of lung ultrasound for the diagnosis... - Lecture: [Scanning for pleural effusion](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3797) (Duration: 00:20) - In this imaging lecture you learn how to find pleural effusions with ultrasound. This also enhances safety when preparing for a thoracentesis. If you want to learn how to perform this procedure and learn more about complicated effusions, subscribe for the Lung Ultrasound... - Lecture: [Pneumothorax](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3798) (Duration: 00:20) - In this lecture, we talk about the most famous indication for lung ultrasound: pneumothorax. You will learn several findings to rule in or rule out the pathology in your patients, how to scan for pneumothorax, and what it looks like in different patients. - Lecture: [Covid-19 - Special lecture](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3799) (Duration: 00:13) - Last but not least, we present an intriguing COVID-19 case. The case includes X-ray, ultrasound, and CT images, providing a comprehensive understanding of the findings and their relationships. ### Carotid Ultrasound This chapter teaces the essential techniques and best practices of carotid ultrasound. You will learn how to obtain the basic imaging planes, with practical tips for challenging cases and ergonomic advice for positioning yourself and the patient. The lectures guide you through scanning the carotid arteries from the proximal section to the most distal parts at the base of the skull, using transverse and longitudinal planes, and include numerous examples in both B-Mode and color Doppler. Additionally, the chapter covers the effective use of color Doppler, addressing blood flow direction settings, optimal angulation, and proper color box settings. - Chapter content: 5 lectures and 0 quizzes - Lecture: [Introduction to carotid ultrasound - Indications](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3790) (Duration: 00:15; Free) - In the first part, you will learn about the indications for carotid ultrasound and why it is easy to learn. You will get to know the speakers of the our Carotid Ultrasound MasterClass Course: Thomas Binder, MD (Medical University of Vienna, Austria), Janet Hoyler, BA, RDMS (US... - Lecture: [Imaging Overview](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3791) (Duration: 00:15) - In this lecture, you will learn about the two basic imaging planes for carotid ultrasound, how to obtain them, and some tips and tricks for difficult patients. We also talk about ergonomics and how to position yourself and the patient to avoid injury and strain to your own body. - Lecture: [Imaging the carotids - Proximal to middle section](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3792) (Duration: 00:24) - This lecture teaches you how to scan the carotid artery from the basis to the middle section. - Lecture: [Imaging the carotids - Distal section and bifurcation](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3793) (Duration: 00:18) - Now, let's continue scanning all the way up to the base of the skull. We will explain both transverse and longitudinal imaging planes to help you understand the orientation of vessels. You will see many examples of carotid arteries in both B-Mode and color Doppler. After all... - Lecture: [Imaging the carotids - Color Doppler](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3794) (Duration: 00:16) - Color Doppler is an essential part of every carotid ultrasound exam, but using color Doppler can be confusing. In which direction does blood really flow? How can I get the best angulation? Can I use color also in a transverse view? And how do I set my color box? You will find... ### Compression Sonography of the Deep Veins (DVT) This lecture was originally filmed for our Emergency and Critical Care Ultrasound Essentials - It shows how to quickly and effectively diagnose or rule out deep vein thrombosis of the lower limb! You can learn more about DVT and Pulmonary Embolism in the Emergency and Critical Care Ultrasound Essentials Course! - Chapter content: 1 lectures and 0 quizzes - Lecture: [Emergency Protocol - Compression Sonography to look for DVT](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3800) (Duration: 00:09) - This lecture was originally filmed for our Emergency and Critical Care Ultrasound Essentials - It shows how to quickly and effectively diagnose or rule out deep vein thrombosis of the lower limb! You can learn more about DVT and Pulmonary Embolism in the Emergency and Critical... ### Basics of Cardiac Ultrasound Imaging the heart presents unique challenges compared to other parts of the body. The lungs and ribs obstruct the view, and the heart itself is constantly in motion. In this chapter, we will explore the specialized instruments and techniques used to overcome these obstacles. You will learn about the various imaging modalities included in a routine cardiac exam and the specific imaging windows applied. We will also cover the standard views essential for a comprehensive assessment. Through detailed, step-by-step guidance, we will demonstrate the process of performing echocardiography, ensuring you gain a thorough understanding of this vital diagnostic tool. - Chapter content: 4 lectures and 0 quizzes - Lecture: [Introduction to echochardiography](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3801) (Duration: 00:27) - This lecture focuses on the fundamental aspects of echocardiography. You will learn about the different types of scanners that can be used and the various modalities applied, including 2D, M-Mode, and Color Doppler. Additionally, we will cover how to adjust the machine settings... - Lecture: [Imaging the heart from the apical window](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3802) (Duration: 00:25) - In echocardiography, we utilize specific imaging windows to visualize the heart. In this chapter, you will learn about the different windows available and their respective advantages and disadvantages. The primary focus will be on the apical window and its various views... - Lecture: [Imaging from the parasternal window](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3803) (Duration: 00:23) - The parasternal window is typically the first window used during a routine echocardiographic exam. In this chapter, you will discover the various parasternal views that can be acquired, the anatomical structures visible, and how these structures appear on the echo. Additionally... - Lecture: [Imaging from the subcostal window](/course/ultrasound-pass-radiologists#sg_course_lecture_3804) (Duration: 00:17) - The subcostal view is an essential component of every standard echocardiographic exam and is often the first view applied in acute settings. In this chapter, you will learn how to obtain a clear subcostal four-chamber view, explore the other views that can be acquired from this...