Enhance Your Clinical Practice with Point-of-Care Obstetric Ultrasound

This comprehensive four-day obstetric ultrasound course focuses on the integration of ultrasound in obstetric and gynecological care, the course delivers a balance of theoretical instruction and extensive practical scanning. Participants will practice on a variety of patient presentations under expert supervision, honing their skills in image acquisition, optimization, and clinical interpretation.

Through structured and systematic training, attendees will gain a solid foundation in both transabdominal and transvaginal scanning techniques, enabling them to meet the diagnostic challenges faced in obstetric practice.

As part of the RANZCOG ultrasound training program for Core-level trainees in the FRANZCOG (specialist) Training Program, all trainees must attend an approved ultrasound course or workshop by the end of their second year of training. Approved by RANZCOG, this course offers more than double the required hands-on scanning experience, providing unparalleled practical training to ensure competency and confidence in clinical ultrasound applications.

Who Should Attend

This course is perfect for:

• Consultant obstetricians – whether you're newly qualified or a seasoned practitioner aiming to refine and expand your expertise.
• Obstetric fellows – seeking to refresh, consolidate, and deepen their understanding of obstetric and gynecological ultrasound.
• GP obstetricians – looking to enhance their ultrasound skills and knowledge
• Emergency medicine specialists looking to expand their skill set for obstetric patient management

Objectives

On completion of this four-day clinically focused ultrasound program, learners will:

• Use ultrasound system controls to optimize imaging for accurate diagnosis in clinical practice
• Demonstrate proficiency in probe manipulation to efficiently acquire diagnostic images for point of care ultrasound
• Describe the limitations and clinical integration of the following bedside ultrasound examinations:
  • Transabdominal and transvaginal pelvic assessment
  • 1st trimester
  • 2nd trimester
  • 3rd trimester
• Use a systematic approach to conduct ultrasound assessment of
  1. Pelvis using transabdominal and transvaginal approach
  2. Early pregnancy for miscarriage, confirm intrauterine positioning or ectopic location and cause for pain and bleeding
  3. Fetal lie
  4. Fetal wellbeing
  5. Fetal growth in third trimester
  6. Multiple pregnancy
• Develop basic practical proficiency in TV scanning techniques

Course Overview

By the end of this course, attendees will gain the skills to perform a variety of pelvic and early pregnancy ultrasound assessments, applying these techniques to clinical decision-making with a strong emphasis on clinical relevance and patient outcomes. This course is designed to optimize imaging techniques for accurate diagnosis in clinical practice, highlighting the importance of point-of-care ultrasound. Participants will benefit from:

• Mastering ultrasound system controls to enhance imaging quality and ensure precise diagnostics.
• Demonstrating proficiency in probe manipulation for efficient acquisition of diagnostic images.
• Understanding the limitations and clinical integration of bedside ultrasound examinations for:
  • TA and TV pelvic assessments.
  • 1st, 2nd, and 3rd trimester evaluations.

• Employing a systematic approach to ultrasound assessment of:

  • Pelvic regions using both transabdominal and transvaginal techniques.
  • Early pregnancy for detecting miscarriage, confirming intrauterine positioning, identifying ectopic locations, and determining causes for pain and bleeding.
  • Fetal lie, wellbeing, and growth, particularly in the third trimester.
  • Multiple pregnancies and their management.

• Developing practical skills in transvaginal scanning techniques for improved clinical assessments.

Key benefits for attendees

• Enhance Practical Skills: Gain extensive hands-on experience with real-life patient models under expert supervision.
• Refine Diagnostic Accuracy: Improve your ability to identify and interpret normal and abnormal findings in obstetric imaging.
• Learn Systematic Scanning Techniques: Develop a structured approach to performing comprehensive obstetric ultrasound examinations.
• Practice on Diverse Cases: Build confidence by scanning patients with varied anatomical presentations and pregnancy stages.
• Immediate Clinical Applicability: Apply learned skills directly to enhance patient care in your practice.
• Boost Confidence: Strengthen your expertise in handling complex cases and challenging diagnostic scenarios.
• Comprehensive Feedback: Receive detailed feedback from experienced educators to fine-tune your technique and knowledge

Why Ultrasound Matters

Ultrasound is a vital tool for obstetricians and gynecologists, enabling real-time visualization of fetal development, placental health, and maternal anatomy. It aids in diagnosing conditions, guiding procedures, and monitoring high-risk pregnancies. Its non-invasive nature and precision enhance patient safety and clinical outcomes. Mastery of ultrasound improves diagnostic accuracy, supports informed decision-making, and ensures comprehensive, evidence-based care throughout pregnancy and women’s health management.

Why Choose Zedu Ultrasound Training Solutions?

Clinically Focused Curriculum Tailored for obstetricians

Our Comprehensive Obstetric ultrasound courses are meticulously designed to address the specific challenges faced by obstetric specialists. Our boutique approach ensures personalised training. Our courses cover everything from the probe moves to fetal well-being assessment in critical care, providing a deep understanding and hands-on proficiency in using ultrasound as a diagnostic tool. Learn with your peers in small groups.

Hands-On Training with Real-Life Patient Models

We prioritize practical learning through extensive, supervised hands-on scanning sessions tailored to obstetric ultrasound. You'll gain experience scanning individuals at various stages of pregnancy, representing a wide range of maternal body types and fetal presentations, preparing you to confidently manage diverse patient populations. Our training emphasizes pattern recognition, systematic approaches to obstetric examinations, and troubleshooting techniques, all crucial for accurate and effective assessment of pregnancy across all trimesters

Experienced Instructors Committed to Your Success

Our team of experienced sonographers are dedicated to providing you with personalised instruction and feedback. With a passion for teaching and a deep understanding of ultrasound imaging, our instructors will guide you through each step of your ultrasound training journey, ensuring you build confidence and competence.

Deliberate Practice for Mastery

At Zedu, we believe in the power of deliberate practice. Our training programs are designed to foster ultrasound skills development through specific goals, focused attention, constructive feedback, and repetitive practice. This structured approach ensures you develop the muscle memory and analytical skills necessary for proficient and confident of ultrasound.

CME recognition 

CPD Accredited Activity	Basic Early Pregnancy, Advanced Early Pregnancy, Basic Monitoring the Fetus (2nd & 3rd Trimester), Basic Gynaecology
32.5 CPD hours