Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology: Foundations & Applications

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About Course

Explore the essential concepts, applications, and innovations in ultrasound technology used in modern medical imaging. This course provides foundational knowledge of ultrasound physics, historical context, clinical use cases, and future advancements, making it ideal for medical students, EMTs, nurses, and healthcare professionals.

What Will You Learn?

  • Understand the physics and principles of ultrasound imaging
  • Operate ultrasound machines and select appropriate transducers
  • Differentiate between 2D, 3D, Doppler, and focused ultrasound techniques
  • Apply ultrasound in clinical areas such as obstetrics, cardiology, abdominal, and musculoskeletal care
  • Identify artifacts and interpret images accurately
  • Explore innovations like AI, elastography, and portable devices
  • Understand limitations and safety considerations in ultrasound diagnostics

Course Content

Module 1: Ultrasound Fundamentals
What You’ll Learn: a. Understand sound wave properties (frequency, wavelength, amplitude) b. Learn about acoustic impedance, attenuation, reflection, and refraction c. Analyze how frequency affects resolution and penetration depth Lessons: 1. Introduction to Acoustic Physics 2. Sound Wave Behavior in Tissues 3. Acoustic Impedance and Imaging Quality 4. Resolution vs. Penetration Trade-off 5. Transducer Basics and Image Formation Media: PPT: “Fundamentals of Sound Waves” YouTube Embed: POCUS Video Quiz: 15

  • Lesson 1.1: Introduction to Acoustic Physics
  • Lesson 1.2: Sound Wave Behavior in Tissues
  • Lesson 1.3: Acoustic Impedance and Imaging Quality
  • Lesson 1.4: Resolution vs. Penetration Trade-off
  • Lesson 1.5: Transducer Basics and Image Formation
  • Module 1: Quiz

Module 2: History & Evolution of Ultrasound
What You’ll Learn: Trace the development of ultrasound from military sonar to medical use Recognize key contributors like Dr. Karl Dussik Understand the evolution from 2D to 3D and 4D imaging Lessons: Origins in Sonar Technology The First Medical Ultrasound Machines Transition to Obstetrics and Cardiology From 2D to 4D Imaging Milestones Doppler Ultrasound Development Media: PPT: “Intro to Diagnostic Ultrasound” PDF: “Understanding Ultrasound Technology” Quiz:

Module 3: Clinical Applications
What You’ll Learn: a. Perform and interpret scans for fetal monitoring, abdominal organs, musculoskeletal injuries b. Understand Doppler for blood flow and cardiac function Lessons: 1. Obstetric Ultrasound 2. Abdominal & Renal Imaging 3. Cardiac & Vascular Assessment 4. Musculoskeletal Evaluation 5. Doppler in Motion and Flow Media: Slides: Doppler Principles Videos: Real-case scan samples Quiz:

Module 4: Advantages & Limitations
What You’ll Learn: a. Appreciate ultrasound's safety, real-time feedback, and accessibility b. Recognize operator dependency and imaging limits in dense tissues Lessons: 1. Non-Ionizing Radiation Benefits 2. Real-Time Imaging and Cost Efficiency 3. Operator Dependency Explained 4. Imaging Limitations: Bone & Air 5. Misinterpretations and Artifacts Media: Comparison chart: Ultrasound vs. X-ray Clinical error case examples Quiz:

Module 5: Innovations & Future Outlook
What You’ll Learn: Explore AI, portable devices, and therapeutic ultrasound Review focused ultrasound for tumors, neural conditions, and rural health use Lessons: AI Integration in Image Analysis Portable Ultrasound for Low-Resource Areas Focused Ultrasound Therapy Future Trends: Automation & Smart Devices Technological Disruption in Imaging Media: Summary Video/PDF on AI + Portable Scanners Case studies: Brain & Tumor Treatment Quiz:

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