Vascular Ultrasound Training

SonoSim's hands-on vascular ultrasound training material is expertly designed to bolster the skills and knowledge of learners in vascular ultrasound, including Doppler ultrasound applications. Our curriculum is authored by leading experts in vascular access ultrasound, peer-reviewed, and CME-accredited. Every ultrasound training topic includes a course, virtual scanning cases with Doppler simulation, knowledge assessments, scanning assignments, guided imaging protocols, and a Mastery Exam. Participants have the opportunity to earn certificates, build their vascular ultrasound image portfolios, and claim CME credits when needed. Our in-depth learning modules serve as an invaluable reference guide for those interested in ultrasound vascular studies.

The Fundamentals of Ultrasound Course coupled with the SPI study tool helps develop a solid foundation of ultrasound physics that supports future vascular ultrasound learning. Advanced courses and cases further develop vascular ultrasound skills, specifically by applying Doppler ultrasound imaging towards a diverse series of applications. DMS imaging protocols provide in-depth guided training that instructs learners how to perform vascular ultrasound using Doppler, as indicated. A series of ultrasound-guided vascular access procedures are also available.

Vascular Ultrasound Indications
Vascular Anatomy & Physiology
Vascular Sonographic Anatomy
Sonographic Technique for Vascular Ultrasound
Tips & Pitfalls When Imaging the Vascular System
Pathologic Vascular Case Studies

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Learn the relationship of traditional illustrative and sonographic anatomy of the aorta and inferior vena cava (IVC) and how to interpret ultrasound imaging of the aorta & IVC. Learn sonographic techniques and scanning approaches used in ultrasound imaging to assess the aorta and inferior vena cava. Learn to identify and characterize the aorta / IVC with ultrasonography.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Anatomy and Physiology of the Aorta and Inferior Vena Cava
Sonographic Anatomy of the Aorta & Inferior Vena Cava
Sonographic Techniques including Doppler Adjuncts
Pearls & Pitfalls when Evaluating the Aorta and Inferior Vena Cava

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

Patient Types: Adult Only, Male & Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Normal Examples of Aorta and IVC Anatomy
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Color-Flow Doppler, Pulsed-Wave Doppler
Transducer Types: Curvilinear
Special Case Features: Additional Abdominal CT imaging, Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn how to evaluate aortic anatomy and identify abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) with ultrasound. How to evaluate IVC anatomy and how to estimate central venous pressure (CVP) are also discussed. Practical application factors including transducer selection, imaging techniques, and scanning approaches are covered.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Ultrasound Applications for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAAs)
Aortic Anatomy
Sonography Anatomy & Characteristics
Transducer Selection & Settings
Patient Positioning
6 AAA Case Studies, as well as Cases of Aortic Dissection, Saccular Aneurysm and AAA with a Graft
Inferior Vena Cava ( IVC ) Evaluation
Central Venous Pressure ( CVP ) Estimation
Tips, Pitfalls, & Complications

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

Patient Types: Male & Female; 17 Adult & 3 Pediatric
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Normal Adult & Pediatric Patients, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Patients, Aortic Aneurysm with Mural Thrombus Patient, Aortic Aneurysm with Endovascular Stent Patient, Fusiform Abdominal Aneurysm Patient, Hypovolemic IVC Caval Index Patient, Normovolemic IVC Caval Index Patient, Hypervolemic IVC Caval Index Patient
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Color-Flow Doppler, Power Doppler, Pulse-Wave Doppler
Transducer Types: Linear, Curvilinear, Phased Array
Special Case Features: Abdominal CT Imaging, Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn the relationship of traditional illustrative and sonographic anatomy of the arm and how to interpret ultrasound imaging of the upper extremity arterial system. Learn sonographic techniques and scanning approaches used in ultrasound imaging of the upper extremity arterial system. Learn to identify and characterize the macroscopic and regional anatomical components of the upper extremity arterial system with ultrasonography.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Upper Extremity Arterial Anatomy
Arm Arterial Physiology Including Circulation & Blood Flow
Sonographic Anatomy of Upper Extremity Arteries
Sonographic Techniques
Pearls & Pitfalls when Evaluating the Arteries

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

Patient Types: Adult Only, Male & Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Normal Examples of Arterial Arm Anatomy
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Color-Flow Doppler, Pulsed-Wave Doppler
Transducer Types: Linear
Sonographic Technique
Special Case Features: Compression, Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn the relationship of traditional illustrative and sonographic anatomy of the arm and how to interpret ultrasound imaging of arm veins. Learn sonographic techniques and scanning approaches used in ultrasound imaging to assess the venous system of the upper extremities. Learn to identify and characterize arm veins with ultrasonography.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Arm Vein Anatomy including Deep and Superficial Veins
Venous Arm Physiology including Capacity and Flow
Sonographic Anatomy of the Arm Veins
Sonographic Anatomy
Sonographic Techniques
Pearls & Pitfalls when Evaluating the Arm Veins

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

Patient Types: Adult Only, Male & Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Normal Examples of Venous Arm Anatomy
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Color-Flow Doppler, Pulsed-Wave Doppler
Transducer Types: Linear
Special Case Features: Compression, Anatomic Layer Removal

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

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Cerebral Blood Supply
Cerebrovascular Physiology
Histophysiology
Cerebrovascular Sonographic Anatomy
Sonographic Techniques for scanning Carotid & Vertebral Arteries & the Internal Jugular Vein
Pearls & Pitfalls when Evaluating the Cerebrovascular System

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

Patient Types: Adult Only, Male & Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Normal Examples of Cerebrovascular Anatomy
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Color-Flow Doppler, Pulsed-Wave Doppler
Transducer Types: Linear
Special Case Features: Additional Cerebrovascular MRA Imaging, Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn how to identify and evaluate lower extremity venous anatomy with ultrasound, including imaging techniques and scanning approaches used to diagnose deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Learn how to use ultrasound to describe and evaluate a variety of patient cases involving DVT diagnoses.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Normal Venous System Anatomy and Physiology
Sonographic Venous Anatomy & Flow
Sonographic Technique & Examination
POCUS DVT Examination
Possible Diagnoses including DVT & Alternative Conditions

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

Patient Types: Adult Only, Male & Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Partially occlusive thrombi cases; Completely Occlusive Thrombi Cases; Acute Thrombi Cases; Chronic-Appearing Thrombi Cases; Identified Thrombi in the Common Femoral, Proximal Femoral, Profunda Femoris, Mid-Femoral, and Popliteal Venous Segments of the Leg; Scan DVT Differential Diagnosis Conditions (e.g., Baker’s Cyst)
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Color-Flow Doppler, Pulsed-Wave Doppler, Power Doppler
Scanning Approaches: Groin, Upper thigh, Mid thigh, Popliteal fossa
Special Case Features: Compression

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Get an in-depth understanding of the basic principles of how to perform ultrasound-guided femoral central line placement. Develop the requisite hands-on psychomotor skills and cognitive task awareness required to optimally perform femoral vein access with the aid of ultrasound.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Procedure Indications and Contraindications
Site Selection
Sonographic Anatomy & Characteristics
Transducer Selection & Settings
Ergonomic Considerations
Patient Positioning
Infection Prevention
Survey Scan and Procedure Steps
Doppler-Mode Imaging
Tips, Pitfalls, and Complications

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

Patient Types: Adult Only, Male & Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Normal Patient Anatomy, Variable Body Habitus, Variable Hemodynamic and Hydration Status
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Power Doppler
Special Case Features: Compressions

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Get an in-depth understanding of the basic principles of how to perform ultrasound-guided internal jugular vein cannulation. Develop the requisite hands-on psychomotor skills and cognitive task awareness required to optimally perform ultrasound-guided internal jugular vein cannulation. Ultrasound-guided internal jugular vein cannulation procedure indications, sonographic techniques and scanning approaches, including imaging tips, pitfalls, and procedure complications are also provided.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Procedure Indications & Contraindications
Site Selection
Sonography Anatomy & Characteristics
Transducer Selection & Settings
Ergonomic Considerations
Patient Positioning
Infection Prevention
Survey Scan & Procedure Steps
Doppler-Mode Imaging
Tips, Pitfalls, & Complications

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

Patient Types: Adult Only, Male & Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Variable Body Morphologies, Right and Left Neck, Variable Hemodynamic & Hydration Status
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Power Doppler
Scanning Approaches: Transverse & Longitudinal
Procedural Techniques: In-Plane & Out-of-Plane Needle Guidance
Transducer Types: Linear
Special Case Features: Compression, Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn how to use ultrasound in the evaluation of the lower extremity arterial system, including lower extremity arterial anatomy and physiology and sonographic anatomy of the lower extremity arterial system. Optimal transducer selection, patient positioning, imaging approaches, and techniques for sonographically evaluating the lower extremity arterial system are discussed.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Arterial Anatomy & Physiology of the Leg
Sonographic Anatomy of Leg Arteries including Doppler Adjuncts
Sonographic Imaging Techniques of the Lower Extremities
Pearls & Pitfalls when Evaluating the Leg Arteries

The course in this module covers topics including:

Arterial Anatomy & Physiology of the Leg
Sonographic Anatomy of Leg Arteries including Doppler Adjuncts
Sonographic Imaging Techniques of the Lower Extremities
Pearls & Pitfalls when Evaluating the Leg Arteries

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Learn how to use ultrasound in the evaluation of the lower extremity vasculature, including lower extremity venous anatomy and physiology, and sonographic anatomy of the lower extremity venous system. Optimal transducer selection, patient positioning, imaging approaches, and techniques for sonographically evaluating the lower extremity venous system are discussed.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Anatomy of the Venous System of the Leg including Deep and Superficial Veins
Venous Leg Physiology including Capacity and Flow
Sonographic Anatomy of Leg Veins
Sonographic Imaging Techniques for Hip, Thigh, Calf, Ankle & Foot Veins
Pearls & Pitfalls when Evaluating Leg Veins

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

Patient Types: Male & Female, 4 Adult & 1 Pediatric
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Normal Examples of Venous Leg Anatomy
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Color-Flow Doppler, Pulsed-Wave Doppler
Transducer Types: Linear, Curvilinear
Special Case Features: Compression, Anatomic Layer Removal

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Learn how to use sonography to guide peripheral venous access in patients. The needle-based peripheral venous access procedure feature provides cognitive task training on ultrasound-guided needle-based procedures. Ultrasound-guided peripheral venous access procedure indications, sonographic techniques and scanning approaches, including imaging tips, pitfalls, and procedure complications are described.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Procedure Indications & Contraindications
Site Selection
Sonography Anatomy & Characteristics
Transducer Selection & Settings
Ergonomic Considerations
Patient Positioning
Ergonomic Considerations
Infection Prevention
Survey Scan & Procedure Steps
Doppler-Mode Imaging
Tips, Pitfalls & Complications

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

Patient Types: Male & Female, 7 Adult & 3 Pediatric
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Variable Body Morphology, Right and Left Arms, Dorsal Metacarpal Veins, Cephalic Veins, Brachial Veins, Basilic Veins, Median Cubital Vein
Scanning Approaches: Short Axis & Long Axis
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Power Doppler
Procedure Techniques: In-Plane & Out-of-Plane Needle Guidance
Transducer Types: Linear
Special Case Features: Compression

Learn how to perform renal transplant ultrasound to evaluate renal allografts. The role of ultrasound & indications for renal allograft ultrasound examination is presented. Renal transplant allograft and regional anatomy are explored. Optimal sonographic technique, imaging protocols, and the sonographic characteristics of normal renal transplant allografts are presented.

A series of case studies are used to review how ultrasound is used to identify more commonly encountered renal transplant complications. The procedural knowledge and requisite cognitive task awareness and visuospatial skills required to perform renal transplant ultrasound are developed in the SonoSimulator® and corresponding scanning assignment.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Renal Transplant Anatomy
Sonographic Anatomy & Characteristics
Imaging Techniques
Color and Spectral Doppler Imaging Protocols
Vascular Complication Case Studies
Perinephric Fluid & Lesion Case Studies
Renal Parenchymal Disorder case Studies
Imaging Tips, Pitfalls, & Complications

The 2 real patient scanning cases in this module include and cover:

Patient Type: Adult
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Elevated resistive indices (RI) and subcapsular hematoma, and perinephric fluid collection
Scanning Approaches: Transabdominal, Right- and left-sided renal allografts
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Greyscale, Color & Pulsed-Wave Doppler evaluation
Transducer Types: Curvilinear

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Get in-depth understanding of the basic principles of how to perform ultrasound-guided subclavian vein cannulation. Develop the requisite hands-on psychomotor skills and cognitive task awareness required to optimally perform ultrasound-guided subclavian vein cannulation. Ultrasound-guided subclavian vein cannulation procedure indications, sonographic techniques and scanning approaches, including imaging tips, pitfalls, and procedure complications are also provided.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Procedure Indications & Contraindications
Site Selection
Sonography Anatomy & Characteristics
Transducer Selection & Settings
Ergonomic Considerations
Patient Positioning
Infection Prevention
Survey Scan & Procedure Steps
Doppler-Mode Imaging
Tips, Pitfalls, & Complications

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

Patient Types: Adult Only, Male & Female
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Variable Body Morphologies, Right and Left Neck, Variable Hemodynamic & Hydration Status
Doppler & Imaging Modes: Power Doppler, Color-Flow Doppler, Pulsed-Wave Doppler
Scanning Approaches: Infraclavicular
Procedure Techniques: In-Plane & Out-of-Plane Needle Guidance
Transducer Types: Linear

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Learn the basic principles of performing ultrasound-guided procedures. Develop the requisite hands-on psychomotor skills and cognitive task awareness required to optimally perform ultrasound-guided procedures. Included SkillBox scanning cases provide risk-free cognitive task training opportunities.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Procedure Indications and Contraindications
Site Selection
Sonography Anatomy & Characteristics
Transducer Selection & Settings
Ergonomic Considerations
Patient Positioning
Infection Prevention
Survey Scan & Procedure Steps
Doppler-Mode Imaging
Tips, Pitfalls, & Complications

The 10 SkillBox scanning cases in this module include:

20 Knowledge Check Questions
Real Time Assessment & Feedback
A 20 Question Mastery Test

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Learn how to use ultrasound to perform vascular mapping as part of preoperative planning for dialysis access. Explore the use of ultrasound to survey upper extremity vasculature and determine the most desirable hemodialysis access site for arteriovenous fistula or graft creation. Relevant anatomy of the upper extremity vasculature, imaging protocols, and the various types of arteriovenous fistulae and grafts are discussed. Develop the requisite cognitive task awareness and psychomotor skills required for performing ultrasound vascular mapping of the upper extremities.

Course Highlights

SonoSimulator Scanning Cases

The course in this module covers topics including:

Vascular Mapping Indications
Arteriovenous Fistulae and Graft Anatomy
Sonographic Characteristics of Arterial and Venous Anatomy
Sonographic Imaging Technique Guidance for Predialysis Patients
Imaging Tips and Pitfalls when Vascular Mapping

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

Patient Types: Adult Only, Male
Relevant Findings/Pathology: Evaluation for Calcification, Stenosis, and Thrombosis, Vascular Measurements and Mapping
Doppler Modes: Color-Flow, Pulsed-Wave
Scanning Approaches: Distal Wrist, Proximal Wrist, Antecubital Fossa, Mid-Upper Arm, Proximal Forearm, Neck
Transducer Types: Linear
Special Case Features: Compression, Anatomic Layer Removal