Overview
What you will study
The Introductory and Advanced Musculoskeletal Ultrasound course offered by Harvard University will cover through prerecorded scanning videos and lectures the most important aspects of MSK US, including step-by-step instructions for diagnostic ultrasound and guided procedures; those pre-course materials will be available for self-study and preparation for two weeks prior to the in person part of the course. The two-day, hands-on part of the course will include practice sessions with live models and patients and advanced procedural applications on cadaver joints. Learners of all levels will receive individualized invaluable training on MSK US utilization and techniques in the upper and lower extremities as well as indications in pediatrics, physiatry and sport medicine.
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Review the basics of diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound and its indications.
- Utilize ultrasound-guided interventional skills with hands-on practice on cadaver joints.
- Describe musculoskeletal ultrasound utilization in rheumatology, orthopedics, sports medicine, physiatry, pediatrics and pain medicine.
- Integrate state of the art musculoskeletal ultrasound diagnostic and interventional skills to improve patient outcomes and procedure accuracy.
- Implement the current state of musculoskeletal ultrasound billing, certification and credentialing.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:- Hands-on training on MSK US guided injections on cadaver joints including but not limited to intraarticular glenohumeral, hip, elbow, wrist, knee, foot and hand.
- Hands-on MSK US scanning of live models and patients with pathologies in small groups of 4 to 1 learners to instructors ration.
- Focused didactic lectures and scanning videos about how to scan each joint in detail.
- Evidence-based, ultrasound-guided procedures and techniques.
- Indications for MSK US in pediatrics and the relevant nuances in that population.
- MSK US indications and techniques for nerve imaging.
- MSK US utilization and indications in sport medicine.
- Practical sessions about billing and certification in MSK US.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
Delivered
Campus Location
- Cambridge, United States
Disciplines
Medical Imaging View 3 other Short Courses in Medical Imaging in United StatesWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Rheumatologists, adults and pediatrics
- Sport medicine
- Physiatry Physicians
- Anesthesia
- Pain Medicine Specialist
- Orthopedists with interest in diagnostic MSK US and procedure guidance
- Nurse practitioners and physician assistants in rheumatology or orthopedic practices
- Podiatrists
- Primary care and family medicine with interest in MSK US
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents3450 USD / full≈ 3450 USD / full - Out-of-State3450 USD / full≈ 3450 USD / full
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Domestic
Applies to youIn-State3450 USD / full≈ 3450 USD / full
Living costs
Cambridge
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.