Ultrasound Vascular Imaging-Venous Insufficiency

This digital course is designed for General and Vascular Sonographers, as well as Interpreting Physicians at the various Wisconsin Imaging Sites that are performing Venous Insufficiency exams. Intent of the module is to educate and instruct those sonographers on the latest imaging guidelines that the AAMG Radiologists have defined for venous insufficiency ultrasound.

Target Audience

This course is intended for Physicians that Interpret Vascular Ultrasound

Learning Objectives

At the end of this session, learners should be able to:

  1. Recognize clinical presentations using CEAP classification criteria when imaging or viewing venous insufficiency ultrasound exams. 
  2. Identify and apply proper nomenclature and definitions for lower extremity venous system.
  3. Identify lower extremity and junctional venous anatomy. 
  4. Identify what is reflux as well as where and how reflux patterns match to clinical presentations.
  5. Distinguish the nature of perforators and the associated wounds that may occur when there are abnormalities. 
  6. Apply the imaging guidelines for performing venous insufficiency ultrasound.
  7. Review of treatment options, case studies, common pitfalls, and FAQs regarding venous insufficiency ultrasound imaging.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    Aurora Health Care is accredited by the Wisconsin Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Aurora Health Care designates this activity for a maximum of 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • 2.00 Attendance
    Attendance Credit
    • 2.00 Approved AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Course opens: 
05/01/2024
Course expires: 
04/30/2027
Cost:
$0.00
Rating: 
0

Faculty

Martin Crain, MD; Radiology, Aurora Medical Center Washington County

 

Disclosure

The planner(s) and speaker(s) have indicated that there are no relevant financial relationships with any ineligible companies to disclose.

Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Advocate Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Credit Statement(s)

American Medical Association (AMA) 
Advocate Health designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Available Credit

  • 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    Aurora Health Care is accredited by the Wisconsin Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Aurora Health Care designates this activity for a maximum of 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • 2.00 Attendance
    Attendance Credit
    • 2.00 Approved AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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