Ultrasound Guided Procedures: Past, Present, and Future

Presenter Bio: Brett J.Kindle, MD, CAQSM, RMSK – Non-Surgical Sport Medicine Physician

Early stages of Ultrasound helped shape modern technology. Musculoskeletal ultrasound has made remarkable advancements over recent history. Musculoskeletal ultrasound guided procedures are much safer and are more accurate when treating various conditions. As the ultrasound machines continue to advance so do the treatment options for all patients.

Description:

This course provides a general idea of the work involving ultrasound in sports medicine. Musculoskeletal ultrasound is advancing allowing procedures to become easier and more affective. Ultrasound guided procedures are coming more common form of treatment that both the physician and the patient prefer.

Objectives:

Recognize advantages and disadvantages of Ultrasound for patients

Discuss future of ultrasound guided procedures

Discuss the role of ultrasound image guided procedures

The Baptist Hospital is accredited by the Florida Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Baptist Hospital designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 hours AMA PRA Category 1 credits™. Physicians should claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Andrews Research & Education Foundation (BOC AP# P10024) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers. This program is eligible for a maximum of 1 of Category A hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.