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This course is part of the RCOG Core Knowledge series.

This course will provide you with the knowledge to enable you to perform basic ultrasound examination in pregnancy, in conjunction with the basic obstetric ultrasound curriculum modules.

When you have completed this course you will be able to:

  • understand the theory behind ultrasound including basic physics
  • describe different types of ultrasound modalities and their uses
  • optimise your images
  • describe issues surrounding patient safety
  • use your knowledge to approach diagnostic problems

Dr Alexandra Emms MBChB MRCOG (2024)

Alexandra Emms is a senior Obstetrics and Gynaecology Trainee in the West Midlands, with a specialist interest in Fetal and Maternal Medicine.

Dr Christina Aye MRCOG DPhil (Oxon) (2019)

Christina Aye is a Subpeciality Trainee in Maternal Fetal Medicine and an NIHR Academic Clinical Lecturer at the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford.

This course is intended to help clinicians gain core knowledge for O&G training and the MRCOG examinations.

The content of this course relates to the following Capabilities in Practice (CiPs) and key skills:

CiP 2: Working in health organisations
Working in a digital environment

CiP 3: Leadership
Effective use of resources

CiP 6: Developing self & others
Commits to continued learning

CiP 13: Non-discrimination and inclusion
Understands cultural determinants of health

Further details about each CiP can be found within the O&G Core Curriculum 2024 Definitive Document, available here.

Product Details:

Product Name Price
Principles of ultrasound - 12 Month Access £64.80

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