In-practice Training

Introduction to the abdomen

This course is applicable to recent graduates, nurses or anyone inexperienced in sonography wishing to learn how to perform an abdominal ultrasound scan. From understanding the buttons on your machine, to learning your way around the abdomen, we can help your team to become proficient in abdominal ultrasound.

What we cover

Patient preparation
Probe selection
Image optimisation
AFAST and POCUS
Basic abdominal ultrasound to include
- Liver and Gallbladder
- Spleen
- Gastrointestinal tract
- Kidneys
- Urinary bladder
- Prostate

Note: the speed at which we progress through these topics depends on the skill level of the clinical team. Ongoing in-house training days can be purchased as required.

What's included?

Practical CPD for up to 3 members of your team

4 hours training with 30 minutes break

Cost £890 + VAT

CPD certificates provided

Our veterinary specialists

Aleksandra Petryka MRCVS, CertAVP

Aleks graduated in 2010 and almost immediately developed passion for emergency medicine, working in emergency and critical care departments in multiple hospitals across the UK and Ireland. During this time she developed a particular interest in POCUS ultrasonography and radiography techniques. In 2019 she started a post graduate qualification in small animal cardiology and it has since become her passion.
We are thrilled to have Aleks join CelticSMR to share her knowledge and expertise. Throughout her courses she puts emphasis on practical, repeatable skills that you can utilise immediately in your workplace setting with equipment available on site.

Aleks is based in the South-East of England but will travel where necessary (surcharge may apply)

Caroline Taylor BSc BVetMed PGCert (SAM) MRCVS

Caroline is an experienced first opinion vet, with a passion for ultrasound. She has supported CelticSMR customers for over 5 years with training in ultrasound and loves nothing more than sharing her expertise with vets to enhance their imaging and develop a standardized, repeatable technique for a complete abdominal ultrasound examination. Caroline loves teaching and says ‘I can help you learn a simple approach to your ultrasound machine to perfect image optimisation. As an experienced trainer, I know how to structure your training day to enhance skill acquisition. I love witnessing the transformation in confidence when it all falls into place!’. Merlin, her dog, is an integral part of her team, being a perfect size for abdominal and cardiac scanning.

Caroline is based in the North-West

Frequently asked questions

Do we use our own practice ultrasound machine?

Yes.

It is important to become familiar with machine settings, and this is the benefit of receiving in-house training - you will learn to become familiar with your own machine. If you would prefer to use a higher spec machine or it is not practicable to use your own, we will provide one.

Do we need to provide our own patients?

Yes.

The ideal patient is healthy, lean, well-behaved and can be clipped – normally pets belonging to practice members. We advise against using unwell, painful or fractious patients due to the time involved, and very overweight or large patients as these can be frustrating to learn on. Ideally 3 or 4 patients should be available to rotate between.

How many members of the team can you train?

3

Within a single session we recommend having no more than 3 to maximise hands on experience. We can always come back if you have more people to train, staff turnover or wish to learn more. We hope to build a relationship with you and your team and guide you to becoming great first opinion sonographers.