Harvard Clinical Approach to Vascular Ultrasound and Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) Prep course 2024

Overview

The Harvard Clinical Approach to Vascular Ultrasound and Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) Prep Course 2024 is a comprehensive on-demand digital course designed to build a solid foundation in vascular ultrasound performance and interpretation. Developed in collaboration with expert faculty from leading institutions, this course integrates detailed lectures and practical case presentations to enhance clinical interpretation skills and prepare learners for the RPVI exam. On-demand vascular ultrasound education — accessible anytime, anywhere.

Agenda

This agenda outlines the course sessions originally delivered live in Eastern Time, covering a range of essential topics for vascular ultrasound interpretation and laboratory management.

• Introduction — Scott Manchester, RVT; Anahita Dua, MD; Piotr Sobieszczyk, MD; Drena Root, RVT
• Basics of Physics in Vascular Imaging — Traci B. Fox, MS, RT(R), RDMS, RVT
• Understanding the Ultrasound Machine — Scott Manchester, RVT
• Peripheral Arterial Studies – UPPER — Ido Weinberg, MD
• Peripheral Arterial Studies – LOWER — Nikolaos Zacharias, MD
• Abdominal US — Cory Finn, RVT
• Panel Discussion — Scott Manchester, RVT; Drena Root, RVT
• Renal and Mesenteric Vascular Duplex — Michael Jaff, MD
• Carotid Duplex Ultrasonography — Mary Mingzhu Yan, RVT
• Subclavian and Vertebral Ultrasonography — Brian Scholz, RVT
• Cerebrovascular Intracranial (Transcranial Doppler) — Sara Michaud, RVT
• High Yield Pathologies Tested on the Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) — Abe Mohapatra, MD
• Panel Discussion — Scott Manchester, RVT; Drena Root, RVT
• Bypass Graft Surveillance — John Carson, MD
• Endovascular Stent Graft Surveillance – Aortic — Kendal Endicott, MD
• Dialysis Access Surveillance and Case Presentations — Luis Suarez, MD
• Pedal Access — Lindsey Ferraro, RVT
• Panel Discussion — Scott Manchester, RVT; Drena Root, RVT
• Venous Ultrasound 1 – Venous Insufficiency, Ultrasound in Office Based Venous Procedures — Sherry Scovell, MD
• Venous Ultrasound 2 – Venous Thrombosis/Obstruction, Pelvic Congestion Syndrome — Ryan Brooks, RVT
• Venous Case Presentation — Luis Suarez, MD
• TCD Arterial Case Presentations — Sara Michaud, RVT
• Carotid Arterial Case Presentations — Drena Root, RVT
• Subclavian & Vertebral Arterial Case Presentations — Scott Manchester, RVT
• Peripheral Artery and Bypass Graft Case Presentations — John Carson, MD
• Aortic Graft Ultrasound Case Presentations — Kendal Endicott, MD
• How to Build a Vascular Ultrasound Lab Program – Medical Director Perspective — Michael Jaff, MD
• How to Build a Vascular Ultrasound Lab Program – Technical Director Perspective — Drena Root, RVT
• Panel Discussion — Scott Manchester, RVT; Drena Root, RVT
• Wrap up — Anahita Dua, MD

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate clinical interpretation of arterial and venous vascular noninvasive studies in the peripheral, cerebrovascular, and abdominal systems.
• Discuss the clinical application of velocity criteria for grading of stenosis in the vasculature, including dialysis grafts, endovascular interventions in the aorta and peripheral system, and bypass grafts.
• Summarize basic ultrasound physics and ultrasound technology as it applies to vascular diagnostics.
• Review topics commonly found on the Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) exam.
• Develop and implement a vascular laboratory program at their home institution.

Speakers

• Scott Manchester, RVT
• Anahita Dua, MD
• Piotr Sobieszczyk, MD
• Drena Root, RVT
• Traci B. Fox, MS, RT(R), RDMS, RVT
• Ido Weinberg, MD
• Nikolaos Zacharias, MD
• Cory Finn, RVT
• Michael Jaff, MD
• Mary Mingzhu Yan, RVT
• Brian Scholz, RVT
• Sara Michaud, RVT
• Abe Mohapatra, MD
• John Carson, MD
• Kendal Endicott, MD
• Luis Suarez, MD
• Lindsey Ferraro, RVT
• Sherry Scovell, MD
• Ryan Brooks, RVT

Target Audience

This course is intended for primary care physicians, specialty physicians, and other healthcare professionals seeking to strengthen their knowledge and skills in vascular ultrasound interpretation and laboratory management. It is particularly relevant for clinicians preparing for the Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) exam or those involved in establishing or operating vascular ultrasound laboratories.

Why This Topic Matters

The Harvard Clinical Approach to Vascular Ultrasound and Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) Prep Course 2024 addresses the critical need for proficient vascular ultrasound interpretation within the specialties of radiology and vascular medicine. Mastery of vascular ultrasound techniques enhances clinical decision-making and patient management in vascular diseases.

MedHub Central provides this course to support ongoing professional development in vascular ultrasound, offering accessible expert-led education that reinforces knowledge and practical skills pertinent to clinical and laboratory applications in vascular diagnostics.