Lung Ultrasound Workshop

A comprehensive learning experience on Lung Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS)

Upcoming Workshops

This workshop will forever change how you care for patients.

Benefits of Lung POCUS

Quick and Accurate Diagnosis

Lung POCUS allows for rapid and precise diagnosis of various pulmonary conditions, leading to timely and effective patient care.

Non-invasive Imaging

It provides a non-invasive method to visualize lung anatomy and detect abnormalities without the need for radiation exposure.

Enhanced Patient Care

By offering real-time images, Lung POCUS helps in making informed decisions and enhances patient care in critical situations.

Visual Stethoscope Mastery for the Respiratory Care Professional

Hands-On Training

Engaging Instruction

Experience an engaging and collaborative learning environment facilitated by industry experts with decades of clinical experience.

Dedicated Practice Session

Ample opportunities for hands-on practice, ensuring proficiency in lung POCUS techniques.

workshop Agenda

Morning Session

part 1: Introduction to Ultrasound

  • A & P Review

  • Basics of Ultrasound, Probe Nomenclature, Image Assessment Strategies

  • Review of Lung Zones

  • Exam Protocols

part 2: Fundamentals of Lung POCUS

  • Introduction to Lung Ultrasonography / Probe Manipulation Techniques

  • Interpretation of Normal Findings

  • Neural and Diaphragmatic Drive During Mechanical Ventilation

  • Impacts of Asynchrony and Offloading

  • Ventilator Induced Diaphragm Dysfunction

Afternoon session

part 3: Skills Stations

  • Identification and Assessment of Lung Zones

  • Diaphragmatic Assessment

  • IVC Assessment

  • Arterial Puncture

part 4: Wrap Up

  • Comprehensive Image Review

  • Q & A / Review

  • Closing Remarks

  • Exam / Course Eval

Become a catalyst for change on your team!

Who Should Attend?

Clinicians

This workshop is ideal for clinicians, including Respiratory Therapists, Nurses, Paramedics, Physician Assistants, Acute Care Nurse Practitioners, and Physicians seeking to enhance their lung ultrasound skills and knowledge.

Students

Students interested in gaining an early understanding of Lung Ultrasound and how it is transforming the way we care for patients will be inspired by this workshop to push the limits of their clinical practice.

Healthcare Educators

Healthcare educators looking to expand their curriculum to include lung ultrasound teaching and training should consider attending this workshop.

Expert Instructors

Stacey Cutts, BS, RRT, VA-BC

Primary Instructor

Point-of-Care Lung Ultrasound Educator and Innovator in Advanced Respiratory Care.
Passionate about transforming respiratory care through point-of-care lung ultrasound. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes and streamlining healthcare workflows. Experienced in advising and consulting with medical teams to integrate point-of-care lung ultrasound programs. Committed to continuous professional development and staying at the forefront of emerging trends and techniques in the field.

Theresa Griego, MSRC, RRT-RCP

Primary Instructor

Registered respiratory care practitioner since 1993— I am extremely focused and passionate about bettering patient outcomes through evidence-based education! I earned my Master of Science in Respiratory Care with a focus in Leadership from Texas State University. I currently serve as a board of director member for the Respiratory Care Foundation of Texas.

"Give students the permission to make mistakes and the obligation to learn from them."

Joe Lewis, MSRC, RRT

Adjunct Instructor

Respiratory Therapy Professor, President-Respiratory Care Foundation of Texas, and the original Respiratory Coach, Joe, has over 20 years of experience as a respiratory therapist. Having spent the early part of his career working in adult critical care & emergency medicine, Joe has spent the last 10 years working full-time as an educator in an effort to prepare & inspire all future Respiratory Therapists and is the current Director of Education of Advanced Ventilator Life Support.

Troy Dean, MD, FACEP, FAAEM

Physician Advisor / Adjunct Instructor

As a board-certified emergency medicine physician and fellowship trained in emergency ultrasound, Troy uses ultrasound at the bedside to make time-sensitive clinical decisions to change management and improve patient outcomes.  Having trained under some of the pioneers in emergency ultrasound, it is exciting to see POCUS grow in its use, both in applications and clinicians.  The use of POCUS starts with clinician education, thereby empowering them to take the technology and skill to the bedside and positively impact patient care.

Upcoming Workshops

Contact us.

For inquiries and assistance regarding the AVLS Lung POCUS Workshop, please contact our team at info@advancedventilatorlifesupport.com or call us at 1-877-438-2857 (GET-AVLS)