2019 Fetal Echocardiography: Normal and Abnormal Hearts (CME Videos)

Overview

2019 Fetal Echocardiography: Normal and Abnormal Hearts (CME Videos) provides detailed instruction on the evaluation of the normal fetal heart using anatomic and functional approaches. It covers the use of three-dimensional ultrasound in fetal echocardiography and cardiac imaging in early gestation, along with a comprehensive review of cardiac malformations involving the chambers and outflow tracts.

On-demand obstetrics & gynecology education — accessible anytime, anywhere.

Duration: 17 Hours
Released: 02/01/19

Agenda

This CME-aligned learning series covers fundamental and advanced topics in fetal echocardiography presented by experienced clinicians and educators.

• Optimizing Fetal Cardiac Imaging: Gray Scale & Color — Tracy L. Anton, BS, RDMS, RDCS, FAIUM
• Normal Fetal Cardiac Anatomy: The Cardiac Chambers — Alfred Abuhamad, M.D.
• Screening for Congenital Heart Disease in the First & Second Trimesters of Pregnancy — Elena Sinkovskaya, M.D., Ph.D.
• Fetal Echocardiography: Protocols & Tools — Tracy L. Anton, BS, RDMS, RDCS, FAIUM
• Just Images & Movie Clips: Do You Know the Diagnosis? — Elena Sinkovskaya, M.D., Ph.D.
• Anomalies of the Cardiac Chambers 1: Atrial & Ventricular Septal Defects — Elena Sinkovskaya, M.D., Ph.D.
• Anomalies of the Cardiac Chambers 2: Atrioventricular Septal Defects — Julia E. Solomon, MDCM, FACOG
• Anomalies of the Cardiac Chambers 3: Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome & Critical Aortic Stenosis — Wayne Tworetzky, M.D.
• Anomalies of the Cardiac Chambers 4: Abnormal Right Ventricle (Tricuspid Atresia, Ebstein Anomaly, Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Septum) — Michael D. Puchalski, M.D.
• Hands on Scanning Session I: Approach to Fetal Echocardiography — Tracy L. Anton, BS, RDMS, RDCS, FAIUM
• Anomalies of the Cardiac Chambers 5: Single Ventricle-Type Congenital Heart Disease — Bettina F. Cuneo, M.D.
• Systemic Fetal Venous Malformations: A Standardized Approach to Diagnosis — Alfred Abuhamad, M.D.
• Fetal Ectopy and Tachyarrhythmias: Diagnosis & Management — Bettina F. Cuneo, M.D.
• Case Presentation I — Julia E. Solomon, MDCM, FACOG
• Hands on Scanning – Session II: Approach to the Evaluation of the Fetal Cardiac Rhythm — Elena Sinkovskaya, M.D., Ph.D.
• Normal Fetal Cardiac Anatomy; The Great Arteries & Venous Connections — Julia E. Solomon, MDCM, FACOG
• The Three Vessel Trachea View: Screening & Diagnosis of Congenital Heart Disease — Tracy L. Anton, BS, RDMS, RDCS, FAIUM
• Genetic Aspects of Congenital Heart Disease — Alfred Abuhamad, M.D.
• The Use of 3D/4D Ultrasound in Fetal Cardiac Imaging — Julia E. Solomon, MDCM, FACOG
• Just Images & Movie Clips: Do You Know the Diagnosis? — Elena Sinkovskaya, M.D., Ph.D.
• Anomalies of the Great Vessels 1: Transposition of the Great Arteries — Wayne Tworetzky, M.D.
• Anomalies of the Great Vessels 2: Tetralogy of Fallot — Alfred Abuhamad, M.D.
• Anomalies of the Great Vessels 3: Aortic Arch Abnormalities — Julia E. Solomon, MDCM, FACOG
• Anomalies of the Great Vessels 4: Corrected Transposition of the Great Vessels — Elena Sinkovskaya, M.D., Ph.D.
• Panel Discussion – Question and Answer Session 1 — Faculty
• Hands-on Scanning – Session III: Fetal Cardiac Imaging in Early Gestation — Alfred Abuhamad, M.D.
• Bradyarrhythmias and Long QT Syndrome — Bettina F. Cuneo, M.D.
• Anomalies of Pulmonary Venous Return — Michael D. Puchalski, M.D.
• Fetal Cardiac Interventions — Wayne Tworetzky, M.D.
• Case Presentation II — Elena Sinkovskaya, M.D., Ph.D.
• Hands-on Scanning – Session IV: Parameters of Fetal Cardiac Function — Julia E. Solomon, MDCM, FACOG
• Panel Discussion – Question and Answer Session 2 — Faculty
• Cardiac Imaging in Early Gestation — Alfred Abuhamad, M.D.
• Update on Management of Pregnancies with Sjogren’s Antibodies — Bettina F. Cuneo, M.D.
• Case Presentation III — Tracy L. Anton, BS, RDMS, RDCS, FAIUM
• Prenatal Evaluation of Cardiac Function — Elena Sinkovskaya, M.D., Ph.D.
• Heterotaxy Syndrome — Michael D. Puchalski, M.D.
• Just Images & Movie Clips: Do You Know the Diagnosis? — Elena Sinkovskaya, M.D., Ph.D.
• Putting it All Together: Fetal Cardiac Imaging Knowing What to Look For — Alfred Abuhamad, M.D.
• Panel Discussion – Question and Answer Session 3 — Faculty

Educational Objectives

At the completion of this CME activity, subscribers should be able to:

• Discuss indications for fetal echocardiography, review existing guidelines, and approach patient counseling.
• Optimize ultrasound equipment for the use of 2D, 3D, and Doppler in fetal echocardiography.
• Review the normal fetal cardiac anatomy.
• Describe abnormalities of the venous system of the fetal heart.
• Discuss anomalies of the cardiac chambers including septal defects and ventricular anomalies.
• Review anomalies of the outflow tracts such as transposition of great arteries, tetralogy of Fallot, and aortic arch abnormalities.

No special educational preparation is required for this CME activity.

Speakers

• Tracy L. Anton, BS, RDMS, RDCS, FAIUM
• Alfred Abuhamad, M.D.
• Elena Sinkovskaya, M.D., Ph.D.
• Julia E. Solomon, MDCM, FACOG
• Wayne Tworetzky, M.D.
• Michael D. Puchalski, M.D.
• Bettina F. Cuneo, M.D.

This educational activity is designed and presented by recognized experts in fetal echocardiography, obstetric imaging, and pediatric cardiology.

Target Audience

This program is intended for physicians specializing in obstetric imaging, fetal echocardiography, and pediatric cardiology. It also benefits residents in obstetrics and gynecology, as well as fellows in maternal-fetal medicine and pediatric cardiology. Physicians seeking in-depth knowledge of fetal echocardiography will find this activity valuable.

Why This Topic Matters

2019 Fetal Echocardiography: Normal and Abnormal Hearts (CME Videos) addresses essential knowledge in evaluating fetal cardiac anatomy and pathology within obstetrics and gynecology. Accurate fetal heart assessment is critical in prenatal care to guide clinical decision-making and patient counseling.

MedHub Central offers this content to support clinicians in strengthening their expertise in fetal echocardiography. This resource aligns with specialty needs, enhancing proficiency in identifying normal and abnormal heart structures for improved clinical confidence.