Point-of-Care Ultrasound in Women’s Gynecologic Health
Course Overview:
The Point of Care Ultrasound in Women’s Gynecologic Health course offers an introduction to ultrasound as it applies to gynecologic care. Tailored for women’s health providers, this course covers essential topics including the scope of practice for Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS), cross-sectional anatomy, basic ultrasound physics, and bioeffects. Participants will also gain practical knowledge in performing gynecologic ultrasound exams and understanding the documentation and liability aspects associated with POCUS in a clinical setting.
Course Content:
The curriculum is designed to equip women’s health providers with the necessary skills and knowledge to confidently perform gynecologic ultrasound. It begins by defining the scope of practice for POCUS in gynecologic care and progresses through foundational lessons in ultrasound physics and anatomy.
Lessons included:
- Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) and Scope of Practice
- Basic Physics of Diagnostic Ultrasound and Bioeffects
- Cross-Sectional Anatomy
- Gynecologic Point-of-Care Exams
- Documentation and Liability
What You Will Learn:
By the end of the course, you will be equipped to:
- Understand the scope of practice for Point of Care Ultrasound in women’s gynecologic health.
- Apply basic principles of ultrasound physics to improve image quality.
- Perform and interpret gynecologic ultrasound exams confidently.
- Understand cross-sectional anatomy and identify common gynecologic conditions.
- Recognize the importance of proper documentation and the potential risks for liability when performing ultrasound.
This course is ideal for women’s health providers, including midwives, nurse practitioners, physician associates, and others who want to expand their skills in performing Point of Care Ultrasound in gynecologic practice.
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is perfect for:
Midwives, nurse practitioners, and physician associates who want to incorporate ultrasound into their gynecologic practice.
- Providers who have limited ultrasound experience and want to expand their skills.
- Anyone interested in learning about gynecologic ultrasound in a practical, patient-centered context.
This course will provide you with the foundational knowledge needed to confidently perform gynecologic ultrasound exams.
IMPORTANT
Please note that at this time, the Point of Care Ultrasound in Women’s Gynecologic Health course does not offer ACNM or AANP CE credits. We plan to apply for these credits in early 2025. If CE credits are important to you and you want a more comprehensive education in ultrasound, we recommend our Comprehensive Overview of Point-of-Care Ultrasound course, which includes the same core content covered in this course and additional lessons on first, second, and third trimester ultrasound, as well as the Biophysical Profile.
Curriculum
Your Instructor
With a distinguished career spanning decades, Carolyn L. Gegor, CNM, MS, FACNM, is a trailblazer in obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound. As an early adopter of the technology, she mastered her skills under the tutelage of pioneer physicians, and then went on to found and facilitate essential courses for advancing ultrasound proficiency among healthcare providers. Her role as a founding member of the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and her contributions to the inaugural certification examinations have cemented her status as a respected educator in the field.
Carolyn's journey into midwifery infused her ultrasound expertise with a profound understanding of women's health, further enriching her teaching. Her tenure as Clinical Director of Fetal Assessment at Johns Hopkins University Hospital and her long-standing involvement with the ACNM Ultrasound Education Subcommittee have enabled her to share invaluable insights into full-scope scanning and biophysical profiling. Now leading the Ultrasound for Women’s Health Providers, Carolyn channels her deep passion for education and patient care into equipping new generations of health professionals with the knowledge and hands-on experience they need to excel in obstetrics and gynecology ultrasound.