Cardiac Ultrasound Program

ECH 101 ADULT ECHOCARDIOGRAHY

Our clinical ultrasound instructors will familiarize you with Cardiac Physics, Anatomy and Physiology of the Adult Heart. We will provide you with an opportunity to learn basic and advanced skills required to perform a thorough Echocardiogram examination. This course will include extensive Hands-On training utilizing 2D Harmonic Imaging, M-Mode, Doppler and Color Flow Imaging.

Course Topics Include:

Cardiac Physics, Principles and Instrumentation
Cardiac Scanning Protocols, Procedures and Scanning Techniques
Principles of Pulse Wave Doppler
Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology
Cardiac Hemodynamics
Proper Doppler Measurement and Image Documentation
The Cardiac Cycle
Cardiac Chambers
Cardiac Valves
Great Vessels
Coronary Artery Circulation
Systemic Circulation
Venous Circulation
Cardiac Conduction System
Cardiac Pathology
Valvular Pathophysiology
Imaging Capabilities and Limitations
Normal and Abnormal Case Studies Presentations

Course Objectives:

To command a strong understanding of Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology.
Identify and describe a normal vs. an abnormal Echocardiogram for interpretation.
Each student must be able to perform a comprehensive Echocardiogram upon completion of this course, utilizing 2D Imaging, M-Mode Measurements, Valvular Doppler Interrogation, Cardiac Calculation and Color Flow Mapping.

Cardiac Ultrasound Program

ECH 101 ADULT ECHOCARDIOGRAHY

Course Topics Include:

Course Objectives:

(Scanning finals will be interpreted by a Board Ceritified Cardiologist)