OB GYN Ultrasound Training

SonoSim's Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB GYN) ultrasound training content was developed to empower healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in obstetrics and gynecology ultrasound imaging. Our comprehensive curriculum encompasses a wide range of topics, including fetal development, placental anatomy and function, maternal pelvic anatomy, and reproductive pathology. Through our interactive curriculum, advanced simulation technology, and real-life case studies, we offer an immersive learning experience that prepares learners to move on to OBGYN ultrasound scanning at the bedside.

SonoSim offers over 55 hours of comprehensive online OB GYN ultrasound training specifically designed to help DMS programs prepare students for careers in OBGYN ultrasound, graduate medical education programs train residents, and simulation centers train various types of practitioners in OBGYN ultrasound. The SonoSim curriculum adheres to AIUM consensus recommendations designed to improve OBGYN ultrasound examinations. Given the technical difficulty of ultrasound examinations, access to a comprehensive, standardized, and collaborative process for ultrasound training can significantly enhance the expertise and competency of trainees.

OB/GYN Ultrasound Indications
Obstetric & Gynecologic Anatomy & Physiology
OB GYN Sonographic Anatomy
Sonographic Technique for OBGYN Ultrasound
Tips & Pitfalls When Imaging Fetuses & the Female Pelvis
OB & GYN Pathologic Case Studies

SonoSim's proprietary platform empowers learners to develop a comprehensive understanding of ultrasound protocols, image interpretation, and the use of ultrasound as a diagnostic tool in obstetric and gynecologic care. The standardized curriculum is organized into 12 topics including 125+ SonoSimulator hands-on training cases across a variety of essential OBGYN ultrasound topics. New opportunities to expand OBGYN ultrasound knowledge and virtual scanning opportunities are added regularly through SonoSim Challenge Cases.

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This POCUS training module teaches a six-step approach for assessing pregnancy at the point of care. In six-steps, learn how to use ultrasound to identify conditions in the second and third trimester of pregnancy that have immediate patient care implications and/or that require planning for subsequent perinatal care and delivery in a facility that is equipped and staffed to deal with obstetric complications. The basic principles for assessing fetal presentation and lie, fetal cardiac activity, presence of multiple pregnancy, placental location within the uterus, amniotic fluid volume, and fetal biometry are discussed in detail. Designed for point-of-care healthcare professionals that care for pregnant patients. This module is also of particular relevance for maternal health workers practicing in resource-constrained environments.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Fetal Lie & Presentation
Detection of Fetal Cardiac Activity
Identification of the Number of Fetuses in the Uterus
Location & Position of the Placenta
Estimating the Amniotic Fluid Volume
Fetal Biometric Measurements
Pregnancy Imaging Tips & Pitfalls
Practical Application of the Six-Step OB Exam Case Study

The 10 real patient scanning cases in this module include and cover:

Patient Types: 10 Adult Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Cephalic Presentation, Breech Presentation, Detection of Fetal Cardiac Activity, Anterior Placenta Location, Posterior Placenta Location, Fundal Placenta Location, Identification of Single & Multiple Fetuses, Estimation of Amniotic Fluid Volume, Fetal Biometric Measurements, Complete Six-Step Protocol
Doppler & Imaging Modes: M-Mode
Scanning Approaches: Suprapubic, Lower Abdomen, Lower Mid-Abdomen, Mid-Abdomen, Upper Mid-Abdomen, RUQ, RLQ, LUQ, LLQ
Transducer Types: Curvilinear
Special Case Features: OB Calipers, Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn the relationship of traditional illustrative and sonographic anatomy and how to interpret ultrasound imaging of the female pelvis. Learn sonographic techniques and scanning approaches used in ultrasound imaging to assess the female pelvis. Learn to identify and characterize the female pelvis with ultrasonography.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Female Pelvis Anatomy, including The Reproductive Tract
Female Pelvis Physiology, including Histophysiology & Embryology
Sonographic Anatomy & Techniques, including Transabdominal and Endovaginal Imaging
Pearls & Pitfalls when Evaluating the Female Pelvis

The 3 real patient scanning cases in this module include and cover:

Patient Types: Female, 2 Adult & 1 Pediatric
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Normal Examples of Female Pelvic Anatomy
Transducer Types: Curvilinear
Special Case Features: Anatomic Layer Removal

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Review traditional illustrative anatomy of the female pelvis and embryologic development alongside sonographic anatomy. Learn appropriate imaging techniques used to identify and characterize anatomic components of the female anatomy during the first-trimester of pregnancy. Learn to identify and interpret anatomy in ultrasound imaging. Identify and evaluate the unique sonographic characteristics of this phase of pregnancy, including pathology and pregnancy failure.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Anatomy of the Female Pelvis & Reproductive Tract
Sonographic Imaging Techniques
Infection Control & Safety
First Trimester Pregnancy Ultrasound
Early Gestational Development
Detecting Pregnancy Failure
Pathologic Conditions including Ectopic Pregnancy, Cesarean Scar Implantation, Subchorionic Hemorrhage, Masses & Cysts, and Molar Pregnancy
Twins
Measurements & Screenings
Tips & Pitfalls when Performing First-Trimester Pregnancy Ultrasound Examination

The 10 real patient scanning cases in this module include and cover:

Patient Types: Adult Only, Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Gestational Sacs and Yolk Sacs, Anterior and Posterior Placenta, Assessing Fetal Presentation, Bicornuate Uterus, Follicular Cysts, Corpus Luteal Cysts
Scanning Approaches: Transabdominal, Transvaginal
Transducer Types: Curvilinear, Transvaginal
Special Case Features: OB Calipers, Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn to evaluate adnexal masses using ultrasound, including imaging techniques used in sonographic evaluation of malignant adnexal conditions. Learn to identify the risk factors for ovarian cancer and evaluate ovarian cancer via ultrasonography.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Introduction to Malignant Adnexal Conditions
Adnexal Anatomy
Evaluation of Adnexal Masses for Malignancy
Sonographic Techniques including Doppler Flow
Sonographic Characterization of Adnexal Masses
Borderline Tumors
Ovarian Cancer Overview
Ovarian Cancer Screening

The 10 real patient scanning cases in this module include and cover:

Patient Types: Adult Only, Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Complex Adnexal Cysts, Germ Cell Tumors, Leiomyomas, Pathologic Free Fluid, Dermoid Cysts, Endometriomas, Ovarian Fibromas
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Color-Flow Doppler
Scanning Approaches: Transabdominal, Transvaginal
Transducer Types: Curvilinear, Transvaginal
Special Case Features: Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn to evaluate adnexal masses using ultrasound, including imaging techniques used in sonographic evaluation of nonmalignant adnexal conditions. Understand the implications of ultrasound findings for specific gynecological conditions. Learn to identify and evaluate nonmalignant adnexal conditions, such as hydrosalpinx, tubo-ovarian abscess, and adnexal torsion, using ultrasonography.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Introduction to Ultrasound of Nonmalignant Adnexal Conditions
Adnexal Anatomy Overview
Various Types of Ovarian Cysts, including Dermoid, Ovarian Fibroma, Hemorrhagic, and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Case Studies of Pedunculated Leiomyoma, Hydrosalpinx, Tubo-Ovarian Abscess, Peritoneal Inclusion Cyst, Paraovarian Cyst and Adnexal Torsion

The 10 real patient scanning cases in this module include and cover:

Patient Types: Adult Only, Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Simple & Complex Ovarian Cysts, Hemorrhagic Cysts, Endometriomas, Dermoid Cysts, Hydrosalpinx
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Color-Flow Doppler
Scanning Approaches: Transabdominal, Transvaginal
Transducer Types: Curvilinear, Transvaginal
Special Case Features: Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn to identify and evaluate the normal adnexa, including anatomy, unique sonographic characteristics and ultrasound imaging techniques used in evaluating the normal adnexa. Learn to identify and evaluate normal variations of appearance and positioning of the normal adnexa.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Gynecologic Ultrasound of Normal Adnexa
Adnexal Anatomy
Female Pelvis Physiology, including Menstruation and Ovarian Cycles
Sonographic Anatomy of the Adnexa
Ultrasound Imaging Techniques for Ovary and Fallopian Tube Evaluation
Adnexal Masses Case Studies including Hemorrhagic Cyst

The 10 real patient scanning cases in this module include and cover:

Patient Types: Adult Only, Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Postpubertal Patient Cases, Postmenopausal Patient Cases, Menstrual Cycle-Related Ovarian Changes (Ovarian Follicles, Ovarian Follicular Cysts, Corpus Luteum, Posterior Cul-De-Sac Physiologic Free Fluid)
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Color-Flow Doppler
Scanning Approaches: Transabdominal, Transvaginal
Transducer Types: Curvilinear, Transvaginal
Special Case Features: Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn to identify and evaluate the nonpregnant uterus, including anatomy, sonographic characteristics and imaging techniques. Understand how to evaluate the abnormal, nonpregnant uterus with ultrasonography. Learn to recognize and evaluate various abnormal conditions of the myometrium in the nonpregnant female, using ultrasound.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Introduction to Abnormal Uterus Ultrasound
Sonographic Image Acquisition of the Uterus
Congenital Uterine Malformations
Sonographic Evaluation of Adenomyosis
Sonographic Evaluation of Leiomyomas
Localization of Intrauterine Devices ( IUDs )

The 10 real patient scanning cases in this module include and cover:

Patient Types: Adult Only, Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Congenital Uterine Malformations, IUD-Placement Assessment, Adenomyosis and Leiomyomas, Color Doppler Application on Adnexal Region
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Color-Flow Doppler
Scanning Approaches: Transabdominal, Transvaginal
Transducer Types: Curvilinear, Transvaginal
Special Case Features: Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn to identify and evaluate various endometrial conditions in the nonpregnant abnormal uterus, including sonographic characteristics, and imaging techniques.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Introduction to Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Sonographic Imaging Techniques for Evaluating the Endometrium
Case Studies including Endometrial Polyps, Submucosal Leiomyomas, Endometrial Adhesions, Subinvolution of the Placental Site, Endometrial Cancer, and Tamoxifen Effect on Endometrium

The 5 real patient scanning cases in this module include and cover:

Patient Types: Adult Only, Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Endometrial Adhesions, Retained Products of Conception, Endometrial Polyps, Leiomyomas, Pathologic Free Fluid In and Around Uterus, Color Doppler Evaluation of Adnexal Structures
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Color-Flow Doppler
Scanning Approaches: Transabdominal, Transvaginal
Transducer Types: Curvilinear, Transvaginal
Special Case Features: Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn to identify and evaluate a nonpregnant female uterus and pelvis using ultrasonography, including anatomy, sonographic characteristics and ultrasound imaging techniques. Learn to recognize and evaluate normal variations of uterine appearance and positioning in the nonpregnant female, with sonography.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Indications for Ultrasound Examination
Normal Gynecologic Anatomy
Female Pelvis Physiology
Transabdominal, Transvaginal Sonographic Techniques
Uterine Positions
Uterus Evaluation & Measurement
Case Studies of Posterior Cul-de-Sac Free Fluid, and Intrauterine Device ( IUD )

The 10 real patient scanning cases in this module include and cover:

Patient Types: Adult Only, Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Varying Uterine Fundal Positioning (Anteverted, Anteflexed, Retroverted, Retroflexed), Nabothian Cysts, Physiology vs. Pathologic Fluid Screening, IUD-Placement Assessment, Assessment of Endometrial Phasic Changes, Color Doppler Application on Adnexal Region
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Color-Flow Doppler
Scanning Approaches: Transabdominal, Transvaginal
Transducer Types: Curvilinear, Transvaginal
Special Case Features: Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn how to use sonography to evaluate first-trimester pregnancies and basic gynecologic conditions.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Pelvic Anatomy
Sonographic Anatomy & Technique including Transabdominal and Endovaginal Techniques
Embryology & First-Trimester Pregnancy Evaluation
Diagnosing Pathologic Conditions such as Intrauterine and Extrauterine Pregnancies
Case Studies for Intrauterine Device ( IUD ), Ovarian Cysts, Molar Pregnancy & More
Pearls & Pitfalls in OB/GYN Evaluation with Ultrasound

The 20 real patient scanning cases in this module include and cover:

Patient Types: Adult Female Only
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Normal Early-Stage Pregnancy Patients (Fetal Pole & Yolk Sac); Normal Later-Stage Pregnancy Patients (10-week IUP, 12-week IUP, 13-week IUP); Incomplete Miscarriage Cases; Twin Pregnancy Case; Metrorrhagia Patient; Leiomyoma case; Complex Ovarian Cyst Case; Ectopic Pregnancy Patient; Uterus Didelphys Case
Transducer Types: Curvilinear, Transvaginal
Special Case Features: Anatomic Layer Removal

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Get an in-depth review of the sonographic evaluation and monitoring of normal embryologic and fetal development, including multiple pregnancies, and pathologic conditions that become evident in the second- and third-trimester of pregnancy. Develop the requisite hands-on psychomotor skills and cognitive task awareness (e.g. fetal biometry) required to optimally perform second and third trimester pregnancy ultrasound.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Sonographic Techniques for Fetal Imaging
Fetal Anatomy & Neuroanatomy
Fetal Respiratory Tract, Heart, Lungs & Diaphragm
Fetal Gastrointestinal, Genitourinary & Musculoskeletal Systems
Fetal Biometry & Pregnancy Dating
Cervical Length Assessment

The 10 real patient scanning cases in this module include and cover:

Patient Types: Adult Only, Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Determining Fetal Presentation (e.g., Cephalic vs. Breech), Fetal Biometry, Biparietal Diameter, Head Circumference, Abdominal Circumference, Femur Length, Assessing Basic Fetal Anatomy (Fetal Brain, Fetal Heart, Fetal Abdomen, Fetal Skeleton)
Scanning Approaches: Suprapubic, Lower Uterus, Infraumbilical, Supraumbilical
Transducer Types: Curvilinear
Special Case Features: OB Calipers, Anatomic Layer Removal

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Get an in-depth review reinforcing the use of fetal biometry to evaluate fetal development of singleton and multiple pregnancies, weight discrepancies, amniotic fluid volume indexes, and maximal vertical pocket identification during the second- and third-trimesters of pregnancy. Sonographic assessment of fetal presentation, placenta, and placental location are discussed. Pathologic conditions such as intrauterine growth restriction and fetal macrosomia are described in detail. Develop the requisite hands-on psychomotor skills and cognitive task awareness required to optimally perform second and third trimester pregnancy ultrasound.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Extrafetal Anatomy
Fetal Lie & Presentation
Twin Gestation
Placental Evaluation & Pathology Diagnosis
Amniotic Fluid Assessment
Biophysical Profile Assessment
Fetal Weight
Intrauterine Growth Restriction
Fetal Macrosomia

The 10 real patient scanning cases in this module include and cover:

Patient Types: Adult Only, Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Determining Fetal Presentation (e.g. Cephalic vs. Breech), Fetal Biometry for Pregnancy Dating, Biparietal Diameter (Head Circumference, Abdominal Circumference, Femur Length), Assessing Basic Fetal Anatomy (Fetal Brain, Fetal Heart, Fetal Abdomen, Fetal Pelvis & Skeleton), Extrafetal Anatomy (Amniotic Fluid Index, Maximal Vertical Pocket, Placental Lie And Location)
Doppler & Imaging Modes: M-Mode
Scanning Approaches: Suprapubic, Lower Uterus, Infraumbilical, Supraumbilical, Uterine Quadrants (RUQ, RMQ, RLQ, LUQ, LMQ, LLQ)
Transducer Types: Curvilinear
Special Case Features: OB Calipers, Anatomic Layer Removal