Gulfcoast Pediatric Emergency and Critical Care Ultrasound 2019 (CME VIDEOS)

Overview

Gulfcoast Pediatric Emergency and Critical Care Ultrasound 2019 (CME VIDEOS) offers comprehensive on-demand education focused on pediatric emergency and critical care ultrasound applications. This course reinforces ultrasound knowledge and skills essential for the diagnosis and management of pediatric patients in emergency and critical care settings.

On-demand pediatric education — accessible anytime, anywhere.

Content

This course covers fundamental ultrasound principles and advanced pediatric imaging protocols to enhance clinical practice. Key topics include:

• Imaging Fundamentals: The Basics
• The Pediatric E-FAST Exam
• Pediatric Genitourinary System
• Pediatric Gastrointestinal Tract
• Pediatric Abdominal Case Studies
• Advanced Thoracic Applications
• Focused Cardiac Assessment of the Pediatric Patient
• Shock and Hypotension: RUSH Protocol
• Ultrasound-Guided Procedures
• Soft-Tissue and Musculoskeletal Applications in the Pediatric Patient
• Ultrasound Evaluation of the Scrotum/Testicular
• Ultrasound Evaluation of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
• Pediatric Head & Neck

Objectives

• Demonstrate knowledge to perform and interpret pediatric emergency and critical care ultrasound examinations effectively.
• State the basic fundamentals of ultrasound physics and optimize system controls appropriately.
• Identify normal imaging characteristics of the pediatric urinary tract and recognize common renal and gastrointestinal pathologies.
• Apply protocols for evaluating trauma patients using the FAST exam.
• Perform ultrasound assessments for pneumothorax, pneumonia, and endotracheal tube placement.
• Recognize benefits and applications of ultrasound-guided procedures such as vascular access and lumbar puncture.
• Conduct focused cardiac ultrasound examinations in pediatric patients.
• Explain the clinical value of soft-tissue and musculoskeletal ultrasound in pediatrics.
• Perform focused two-point venous evaluations for deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
• Perform testicular ultrasound and identify common abnormalities.
• Increase confidence in applying protocols, techniques, and interpretation criteria to improve diagnostic and treatment accuracy.

Speakers

This course includes expert-led CME videos presenting evidence-based techniques and protocols in pediatric emergency and critical care ultrasound. Speaker details are available within the course materials.

Target Audience

Healthcare professionals involved in pediatric emergency and critical care medicine, including pediatricians, emergency medicine physicians, radiologists, sonographers, and other clinicians interested in enhancing ultrasound proficiency for pediatric patients.

Why This Topic Matters

Gulfcoast Pediatric Emergency and Critical Care Ultrasound 2019 (CME VIDEOS) addresses critical ultrasound applications in the pediatric specialty, reinforcing essential skills and knowledge for point-of-care diagnostics. Staying current with ultrasound techniques improves the ability to rapidly assess and manage complex pediatric emergencies.

This course provides valuable CME-aligned learning through MedHub Central, supporting clinicians in pediatric emergency and critical care settings to strengthen their diagnostic confidence and clinical decision-making with ultrasound.