This three-day course has been specifically designed for breast surgeons who would like to become proficient in ultrasound scanning. In providing the ultrasound skills required in breast sonography, the integrated approach begins with an upbeat look at the basics of ultrasound physics and continues with an in depth discussion on echo patterns recognition in normal and abnormal examinations and practical scanning techniques. Small group "hands-on" sessions will complement the lectures, ensuring an opportunity to perfect the techniques under the guidance of expert sonographer tutors.
SPECIFIC TOPICS INCLUDE:
Practical Physics of Ultrasound & Artifacts
Basic Knobology
Necessary Equipment Criteria
Probe Manipulation Techniques
Ultrasound appearances in breast scanning
Normal
Pathological
Ultrasound appearances in implants
Breast ultrasound protocols
Interventional techniques
COURSE OBJECTIVES
To provide an overview of the physical principles and artifacts associated with ultrasound of the breast
To provide the scanning skills required in maximising diagnostic ability
To provide an understanding of the protocols required in answering common clinical questions
To provide an understanding of typical system requirements
AIU BENEFITS
Very limited registrant numbers for each program allows highly personalised tuition
Practical scanning is performed on real patients and interventional/surgical phantoms
A comprehensive workbook is provided
Course fee includes morning & afternoon coffee and light lunch
Our Program Director, Sue Davies DMU, AMS, is a highly experienced sonographer and tutor who has a national and international reputation for excellence in practical ultrasound tuition.
Our wide range of lecturers and tutors have been recruited from amongst the best in the field around Australia not only for their expertise in ultrasound but also for their ability to teach.
Breast faculty advisor and leader, Mrs Jo-Anne Newman has many years experience in breast ultrasound at the Wesley Breast Centre Brisbane
