This basic level seminar will cover material that is applicable to veterinarians and vet technicians who are new to ultrasound or would like to reemphasize their basic knowledge. This course qualifies for 16 hours of C.E. credits and it will encompass both lecture and hands on experience. During the wet lab, participants will gain experience using a variety of ultrasound systems.
Seminar Location:
Georgia Veterinary Specialists (GVS), http://gvsvet.com
455 Abernathy Road NE; Atlanta, GA30328
Seminar Dates: March 6-7, 2010
Lecturers:
Darlene Blischok, DVM, Dipl ACVIM (Cardiology)
Gustavo Sepulveda, MS, DVM, Dipl ACVR
Seminar Topics: Cardiology Ultrasound
- Review of basic ultrasound physics and use of machine
- Indications for doing echocardiography
- How to obtain an image properly, preparation of the patient
- Standard views of the echocardiogram
- Different modalities
- Abnormal pathology
Seminar Topics: Abdominal Ultrasound
- Review of basic ultrasound principles and artifacts.
- Indications for abdominal ultrasound
- Normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the:
- Urinary bladder, Kidneys, Spleen, Liver and Gastrointestinal tract
C.E.: 16 hours of C.E. credits
Seminar Hours: 7:30am-5:00pm each day (Continental breakfast from 7:30am-8am)
Meals: Continental breakfast, lunch and break refreshments included.
Registration: Registration is limited and will be filled on a first come, first serve basis by receipt of payment (Credit cards accepted). Registration Deadline: February 26th, 2010
Choice Medical Systems, Inc.
1426 Pasadena Avenue South
St. Petersburg, FL 33707
Phone: 800-368-9337; 727-347-8833
Fax: 727-347-7140
Email: carmen@choicemedical.com
Registration Fee: $950.00 per person will include lecture, wet labs, handout materials, continental breakfast, lunch, and break refreshments. REGISTRATION FORM
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Refunds: If canceling within 2 weeks before class, a $100 fee will be charged for your cancellation. If canceling on or after February 26th 2010 , then NO monies will be refunded. If the course is cancelled, 100% of monies paid will be refunded.
Hotels Accommodations:
The following hotels are within a close distance of the seminar location (GVS):
Hyatt Place Atlanta/Perimeter Center - more info »
1005 Crestline Parkway, Atlanta, GA - (770) 730-9300
Embassy Suites Hotel Atlanta-Perimeter Center - more info »
1030 Crown Pointe Parkway, Atlanta, GA - (770) 394-5454
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in Atlanta Perimeter Mall - more info »
765 Hammond Drive Northeast, Atlanta, GA - (404) 250-4450
Hampton Inn Atlanta Perimeter Center Hotel - more info »
769 Hammond Drive Northeast, Atlanta, GA - (404) 303-0014
Directions to Georgia Veterinary Specialists (GVS):
From GA 400 take exit 5B, Abernathy Road towards Sandy Springs. Continue 1 mile, GVS is on the left. Make U turn and return to GVS. GVS is 1/4 mile east of Roswell Road on Abernathy Road.
Contact: Carmen McCrary – 1-800-638-9337 or CARMEN@CHOICEMEDICAL.COM
