OB-GYN Ultrasound CME

Key Conference Highlights: 

Upon completion of the below OB-GYN Ultrasound CME activities, the participant will be able to: 

Fetal and Women’s Imaging Advanced OB-GYN Ultrasound 

1. Review first trimester pregnancy lexicon and recognize early normal and abnormal fetal development in the first trimester. 
2. Understand the approach to screening for placenta accreta spectrum and its sonographic features. 
3. Identify structural abnormalities of the fetal genitourinary and gastrointestinal systems, face, thoracic cavity, extremities, and posterior fossa.  
4. Identify normal and abnormal examples of the 3-vessel-view and fetal venous system.  
5. Demonstrate understanding of prenatal screening and diagnosis, and ultrasound findings associated with genetic disorders.  
6. Understand unique complications of monochorionic twin pregnancies. 
7. Demonstrate diagnosis and risk stratification of the growth restricted fetus. 
8. Improve skills in the proper imaging evaluation of a non-pregnant patient with pelvic pain. 
9. Recognize sonographic features that can be seen in the postpartum uterus. 
10. Learn how to use O-RADS classification system for assessing adnexal masses. 
11. Understand the use of 3-D ultrasound for evaluating Mullerian Duct abnormalities. 
12. Improve ultrasound evaluation of infertility.  

The Best of the Big Apple OB-GYN Ultrasound 

1. Improve quality and safety of ultrasound practice 
2. Better counsel patients and families about fetal and gynecologic ultrasound 
3. Appreciate the impact of prenatal diagnoses on families 
4. Treat complications of pregnancy with the latest medical knowledge 
5. Apply the latest treatment methods in gynecologic care 
6. Improve your knowledge and skills in scanning fetal hearts 

Advanced OB-GYN Ultrasound Symposium  

Women’s Health Imaging: A Practical Approach to Elevate Your Skills 

1. Improve optimization of gynecologic and obstetrical imaging and recognize features which are clearly benign from malignant  
2. Understand the critical role of 3-D ultrasound in gynecologic ultrasound 
3. Improve evaluation of the adnexa and endometrium 
4. Differentiate abnormally developing early pregnancies from normal based on sonographic correlation of anatomic findings and hCG 
5. Improve skill in performing office-based sonographic infertility evaluation 
6. Understand potential role and limitations of AI in gynecologic ultrasound 
7. Understand the approach to screening for and describe the sonographic features of placenta accreta spectrum 
8. Recognize the anomalies amenable to detection in the first trimester using a guideline based approach 
9. Recognize key planes for imaging the fetal heart and follow a systematic approach in evaluating the fetal heart 
10. Identify normal and abnormal examples of the 4-chamber, cardiac outflows, and 3-vessel view 
11. Understand hidden clues to aid in arriving at proper diagnoses of congenital heart defects 
12. Recognize key planes for imaging the fetal brain and follow a systematic approach in evaluating the fetal brain 
13. Demonstrate how to evaluate the posterior fossa of the fetal brain and improve skill in identifying abnormalities 
14. Understand unique complications of monochorionic twin pregnancies 
15. Discover how to best interpret amniotic fluid imaging findings 
16. Discuss key lessons learned from obstetric legal cases 

Networking Opportunities: 

• Meet and collaborate with peers from across the nation. 
• Ask questions you may have regarding specific challenging patient cases. 
• Engage in discussions with education leaders about optimal care for gynecological and obstetrical patients by the use of ultrasound imaging. 

Expert Faculty: 

Renowned teaching faculty from leading academic institutions many of whom are distinguished textbook authors such as Harvard Medical School, Oregon Health & Science University, Stanford University, UCSD, University of Colorado Hospital, Yale School of Medicine, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, University of Utah Health, Columbia University Medical Center, University of Vermont, University of Florida College of Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York University Langone Medical Center, Scripps Health, Baylor College of Medicine, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine 

Who Should Attend: 

Physicians, sonographers, radiologic technologists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and certified nurse midwives who use ultrasound imaging in caring for their female GYN and OB patients. Physicians may include OB-GYNs including Perinatologists, Radiologists including Maternal Fetal Medicine specialists, and Family Practitioners.  

Accreditation -  World Class CME is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. World Class CME designates each live activity for a maximum of number of AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ based on the number of educational hours in each program. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) assigns cognate credits to the programs based on the application submitted by World Class CME for each program evidencing the number of CMEs.  

• Nurse Practitioners and RNs -The American Nurses Credentialing Center and The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program accept continuing education credits sponsored by organizations, agencies, or educational institutions accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). 
• Physician Assistants (PA) - The American Academy of Physician Assistants accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ from organizations accredited by ACCME. This course qualifies Category 1 CME for PA’s. 
• Certified Nurse Midwifes (CNM) – The American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) accepts Category 1 CME approval from organizations accredited by the ACCME. 
• Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) – World Class CME provides a record of attendance for submittal to the Menopause Society for the maximum number of applicable CMEs . 

Registration and Additional Information: 

For more information on registration, accommodation, and the full conference schedule, please visit our website or contact our conference coordinators. Do not miss this unique opportunity to advance your career in OB-GYN Ultrasound CME. 

Live In-Person Conference Location Recreational, Cultural and Dining Opportunities: 

Seattle: Located between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, Seattle is known for its vital waterfront, majestic sea views and the unmatched beauty of the surrounding area. Marriott Seattle Waterfront is located right on Elliot Bay. Discover the city like the locals when you visit nearby Pike Place for their weekend market, tour the Glass Museum, or get a 360 degree view from the top of the Space Needle. Find vibrant shops, art galleries, live music, local eateries, and coffee shops all along the way. Sit back and take in the breathtaking views and vibrant sites while in the lush Evergreen State. Extend your stay and visit the local wineries, the Olympic Peninsula, Victoria Island including Butchart Gardens, Mt. Rainier and more.  

New York City: This year, explore the vibrancy of New York and all that Lower Manhattan has to offer from the centrally located New York Marriott Downtown. Enjoy dozens of nearby restaurants, galleries and parks, all with beautiful views of the Hudson River. You are just a short stroll from the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, the Oculus Center and the Brooklyn Bridge. Also within walking distance is South Street Seaport where you can learn about New York’s origins as a world port. If shopping is on the agenda, walk over to Brookfield Place for a shopper’s paradise with well-known specialty stores, small boutiques and amazing restaurants. At night, take in the bright lights of this iconic city’s fantastic skyline. 

Nashville: Country music fans can check out Honky Tonk Central on Broadway, visit the iconic Grand Ole Opry or stop by the Country Music Hall of Fame. Downtown Nashville offers excellent dining options like Hattie B’s Hot Chicken for their famous fried chicken, and The Hampton Social for a fine dining experience with a rooftop view. Not far from downtown, the Nashville Zoo is a family favorite where you can see more than 3,000 species including rare clouded leopards and Mexican spider monkeys. For nature lovers, take a hike at Radnor Lake, only a few miles from downtown. Explore the Gulch – shopping, dining, art and live music. Tour a distillery, take an evening trolley tour, or go on a foodie adventure with a Nashville food tour! The options are endless for things to do and see in this famous music city.