Hocus Pocus – The Magic Of Point Of Care Ultrasound In Emergencies POCUS
University of Nottingham
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Date: Thursday 17th September, 2026 - Thursday 17th September, 2026
Start time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Duration: 8 hour(s)
Cost: £750
**25% discount for bookings before 31 March 2026** An interactive discussion of point of care ultrasound, with a focus on the application of both abdominal and thoracic focused assessment using sonography for trauma as well as lung ultrasound. This will focus on the application of POCUS in all emergency cases, not just those involving trauma, to allow detailed assessment of the cardio-respiratory system. Delegates will then have the opportunity to practice obtaining these skills on live animals and develop a systematic approach allowing for rapid assessment of future cases.
Topics to be covered
Application of POCUS in the emergency patient using a standardised approach.
Utility of POCUS in monitoring or carrying out procedures in critical patients.
The practical application of POCUS
Speaker
Thomas Hackney BVSc PGCert CertAVP MRCVS
Who is it for?
This course is suitable for delegates of any skill level with regards to ultrasonography that have a desire to begin using POCUS in their patients. Delegates who regularly see emergency patients are likely to benefit, particularly those not already engaging with POCUS.
The Venue
School of Veterinary Medicine and Science. The University of Nottingham. Sutton Bonington Campus, Loughborough, LE12 5RD.
The School of Veterinary Medicine and Science is based at the Sutton Bonington Campus of the University of Nottingham.
The Sutton Bonington Campus encompasses world-leading laboratories and specialist facilities for studying biosciences and veterinary medicine.
https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/vet/service-for-business/index.aspx
Number of CPD hours this event can be recorded as
8 hours
Registration and Booking
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