Ultrasound for Knee - Level 2 (Interpretation) (Classroom, Synchronous & Asynchronous)
About This Course
Expected learning outcomes:
Course Goal
To utilise diagnostic ultrasound to answer the urgent clinical question: "Is there a joint effusion or a Baker's cyst?" in the emergency environment
Course expected outcomes
1/ Consolidate the student's existing skills to accurately and safely operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment to acquire images of the suprapatellar recess and postero-medial popliteal fossa
2/ To interpret the complexity of anatomy and pathologies encountered when incorporating Point of Care UltraSound (PoCUS) of the knee joint into an urgent patient management pathway in suspicion of a joint effusion or a Baker's cyst
-Become a safe, experienced PoCUS practitioner
-Detailed educational outcomes can be viewed on a pdf document at this link:
https://aiuappboxcom/s/g8tc25ahihorku92l4ikt7rafjjj5zsh
What You'll Learn
Blended learning strategies
1/Interactive face to Face teaching
-A maximum 1 tutor:4 student ratio facilitating personised learning
-Dynamic didactic presentations delivered by industry experts.
-Case based group discussion led by the tutor presenting real world patient cases.
2/ Synchronous Online learing
-Case study submissions including images, with detailed constructive, honest feedback by a personal tutor. The student has direct access to this tutor for the duration of their course on a 1:1 basis.
-Peer group support live-chat forum moderated and assisted by skilled tutors. This will also facilitate ongoing learning beyond the completion of the course.
3/Asynchronous online learning
-Online videos, powerpoints.
-Online quizzes.
4/Continuing support
-Weekly literature uploaded to the dedicated student portal
-Participation in a comprehensive topic specific forum to facilitate personal and professional growth beyond the course..
Application of theses outcomes:
-Expedited patient management pathways.
-Improved patient outcomes.
-Reduced healthcare costs through improved management, choice of further testing and base knowledge of ultrasound applications and reports.
Faculty:
-Experienced, highly skilled ultrasound practitioners (Sonographers) and clinical specialists (Doctors) are employed to conduct this education program.
Entry Requirements
MBBS with SMC registration