Basic Abdominal Ultrasound
February 2 - 3, 2025
Ideal for those with limited ultrasound training, this two-day course is designed to help practitioners gain proficiency in abdominal ultrasound scanning. If you're currently scanning 1-3 times per week or primarily using ultrasound for basic checks like cystocentesis, this course will expand your skills. With in-depth instruction on using and optimizing your ultrasound machine, you'll learn to conduct comprehensive exams on both dogs and cats, covering key abdominal organs. The course features a low student-to-instructor ratio and extensive lab time, ensuring you gain confidence in capturing diagnostic images and recognizing normal anatomy.
Date: February 2-3, 2025
Venue: Viticus Group, Oquendo Center | Las Vegas, NV
Category: Ultrasound
Enrollment Capacity: 42
CE Hours: 16
Cost: $2,850
Instructors: Kate Sippel, DVM, DACVR
ABOUT THIS COURSE
This course is designed for participants with limited training in ultrasound looking to become more proficient. If you scan 1-3 times per week and looking to use your ultrasound more, or if you find you are using your ultrasound for cystocentesis and urinary bladder checks only, this course will provide an introduction to the abdomen so that you can use your ultrasound machine to bring your practice to the next level.
This two-day course will focus on how your machine works, how to optimize an image and how to do a complete ultrasound examination. With a low student to instructor ratio, and 8 hours in laboratory (will ultrasound both dogs and cats), you will find this course will give you all the information needed to understand normal anatomy and how to perform an examination obtaining diagnostic images.
Learning Objectives
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The participant will understand the basic knobs used on the ultrasound machine, how they work and how they are used to optimize the image
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The participant will learn the normal anatomy and ultrasound appearance including the liver, spleen, kidneys, adrenal glands, pancreas, urinary bladder and gastrointestinal tract.
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The participant will understand the differences in anatomy between dogs and cats
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The participant will develop a systematic routine for the evaluation of the entire abdomen.
Questions? We're here to help
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LAB INSTRUCTORS
Kate Sippel, DVM, DACVR
Hotel Accommodations and Travel
Viticus Group’s official lodging partner information is coming soon. Special lodging discounts are available to participants attending courses at the Viticus Center. Please make these arrangements and mention that you are attending a course at the Viticus Center.
PACKING TIPS
- Scrubs are available upon your arrival if needed.
- Closed-toe shoes are required during labs.
- A light sweater for indoor areas.
- Plenty of sunscreen.
- Electronic charging device to power up.
- Valid ID - We highly recommend you carry your ID at all times in Las Vegas.
TRANSPORTATION DETAILS
- Airport Pick up: Available on request, 24 hours, 7 days a week. Please contact the hotel at once you've retrieved your luggage, and your hotel will let you know where to wait for the shuttle.
- Transportation from your hotel to the Harry Reid Airport: You will need to sign up at the front desk. These shuttles run once an hour. They will ask you to sign up no less than 2 hours before expected departure.
TRANSPORTATION
Viticus Group transportation includes shuttle pick-up 45 minutes prior to the start of your course start time and a short ride to the Viticus Center. At the close of each day, our shuttle will take you back to the Hotel.
Last Day Transportation: Shuttle provided both to the airport, and back to the Hotel. (Luggage storage available on campus)
If you are a Las Vegas local, or are driving yourself to the course, please arrive to the Oquendo Campus 30 minutes before the start time.
** Please refer to the agenda and email updates for transportation times.**
Public transportation in Las Vegas is limited.
If you are staying somewhere other than our preferred partner, you will need to arrange for your transportation to and from the Viticus Center. If you are renting a car, Mandalay Bay, Luxor, and several other hotels on the strip may charge for parking. Other transportation options for getting around are taxi service, Uber and Lyft.