Description
This 4-hour, in-person course aims to build sonographic assessment skills essential to the accurate evaluation of the uterus. Learners will be provided with the opportunity to integrate the fundamental imaging principles learned in the pre-requisite Ultrasound 101 workshop while mastering the manipulation of both the transabdominal and endovaginal transducers to locate and recognize the normal sonographic appearance of the uterine tissue within the pelvic cavity.
By the end of this course, practitioners will be able to differentiate the endometrium from myometrium when assessing the uterine tissue. Endometrial lining measurements, identification of myomas (uterine fibroids) and uterine polyps will be addressed. The ability to measure an endometrial lining is a great tool for assessing the estrogen influence on a woman’s uterus and can help to determine safe dosing of estrogen and progesterone. This course will also cover basic uterine pathology that may be considered a contraindication to IUD insertion and will be introduced along with the sonographic appearance of hormonal and copper IUDs.
The utilization of ultrasound assessment for the uterus prior to IUD placement can significantly reduce complications and help to identify any present anatomical contraindications for IUD insertion. Post-IUD insertion ultrasound is an evaluative tool to determine the location of the IUD and ensure its proper placement.
Ultrasound is a safe and effective imaging modality that uses high-frequency sound waves to assess internal organs within the body and is a highly sensitive tool that can be used for many applications in a woman’s health-focused practice.
Hands-on scanning will be the main form of instruction and will be supplemented with a theory component to bolster knowledge.
Practical info
Prerequisites: Ultrasound 101
Seats are limited: 8 students max/session.
Location: Integrated Health Clinic, Fort Langley BC
Dates:
- November 5th, 2023 – 1:00 pm-5:00 pm. FULL.
- For future dates please register for our waiting list.
About the instructors
Tami Riley started her career as a healthcare professional in 1995 and specialized in Diagnostic Medical Sonography in 1997. She spent a large portion of her career in clinical practice as a sonographer in tertiary care centers located in the lower mainland, including BC Women’s Hospital. Her passion for teaching and learning grew exponentially during these years, and as a result, she has been a sonography educator since 2009, recently completing a master of education through SFU. Tami is an avid outdoor enthusiast who also enjoys yoga and spending time with her family & friends.
Tami Riley, MEd, RDMS, CRGS
Dr. Parmar has been in practice since 2000, with a special interest in fertility and reproductive care. She began her clinical ultrasound training in 2009, completing Burwin Institute’s Foundation in Clinical Ultrasound, Ultrasound for Gynecology, Breast Ultrasound Imaging, and Ultrasound Use in Obstetrical Care. She is passionate about reproductive health and education and founded Integrative Reproductive Care in 2020. She is co-founder of Integrated Health Clinic and maintains an active clinical practice at both locations; Fort Langley and White Rock, BC. Dr. Parmar is a wife and mother of 4 boys and loves to do Barre, golf, and play guitar in her spare time.
Dr. Karen Parmar, ND. Founder- Integrative Reproductive Care Inc.
