Clinical Approach to Vascular Ultrasound and RPVI Prep
- Continuing Education
Develop a strong foundation in vascular ultrasound performance and interpretation through expert-led instruction, practical case-based learning, and comprehensive preparation for clinical practice, RPVI certification, and vascular lab development.
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Overview
This course is designed to develop a strong foundation in both performance and interpretation of vascular ultrasound. We developed lectures in conjunction with the medical director and technical director of the vascular lab at Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital as well as esteemed faculty from Stanford University Hospital, University of Colorado, and Johns Hopkins Hospital that thoroughly cover an array of topics focused on the interpretation of vascular ultrasound. We have included multiple practical examples through case presentations that allow for the learner to develop a foundation in vascular lab as well as the ability to apply this knowledge directly to patient situations. At the end of this course, the learner will be able to perform and interpret vascular laboratory studies, be prepared for the Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) exam, and create a vascular laboratory at their home institution.
Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate clinical interpretation of arterial and venous vascular noninvasive studies in the peripheral, cerebrovascular, and abdominal systems.
- Discuss the clinical application of velocity criteria for grading of stenosis in the vasculature including dialysis grafts, endovascular interventions in the aorta and peripheral system, and bypass grafts.
- Summarize basic ultrasound physics and ultrasound technology as it applies to vascular diagnostics.
- Review topics commonly found on the Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) exam.
- Develop and Implement a Vascular Laboratory Program at their home institution.
Developed and Offered By:
Continuing Education courses are developed by faculty from Harvard Medical School's teaching hospitals and accredited by Harvard Medical School. This course is offered by Massachusetts General Hospital.
Who Should Participate
Primary Care Physicians, Specialty Physicians, Allied Specialities, Nurses, Ultrasound Technologists, Physician Assistants, and Nurse Practitioners
Schedule
All agenda sessions are in Eastern Time.
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Introduction
8:00-8:10 am
Basics of Physics in Vascular Imaging
8:10-8:50 am
Understanding the Ultrasound Machine
8:50-9:30 am
Break
9:30-9:50 am
Peripheral Arterial Studies - UPPER
9:50-10:30 am
Peripheral Arterial Studies - LOWER
10:30-10:50 am
Abdominal US
10:50-11:30 am
Panel Discussion
11:30-11:50 am
Lunch Break
11:50 am-12:50 pm
Renal and Mesenteric Vascular Duplex
12:50-1:30 pm
Carotid Duplex Ultrasonography
1:30-2:10 pm
Break
2:10-2:30 pm
Subclavian and Vertebral Ultrasonography
2:30-3:10 pm
Cerebrovascular Intracranial (Transcranial Doppler)
3:10-3:50 pm
High Yield Pathologies Tested on the Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI)
3:50-4:15 pm
Panel Discussion
4:15-4:30 pm
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Bypass Graft Surveillance
8:00-8:40 am
Endovascular Stent Graft Surveillance – Aortic
8:40-9:20 am
Break
9:20-9:35 am
Dialysis Access Surveillance and Case Presentations
9:35-10:15 am
Pedal Access
10:15-10:55 am
Panel Discussion
10:55-11:25 am
Lunch Break
11:25 am-12:25 pm
Venous Ultrasound 1 - Venous insufficiency, Ultrasound in Office Based Venous Procedures
12:25-1:05 pm
Venous Ultrasound 2 - Venous Thrombosis/Obstruction, Pelvic Congestion Syndrome
1:05-2:05 pm
Break
2:05-2:20 pm
Venous Case Presentation
2:20-2:40 pm
TCD Arterial Case Presentations
2:40-3:00 pm
Carotid Arterial Case Presentations
3:00-3:30 pm
Subclavian & Verterbral Arterial Case Presentations
3:30-4:00 pm
Peripheral Artery and Bypass Graft Case Presentations
4:00-4:30 pm
Aortic Graft Ultrasound Case Presentations
4:30-4:50 pm
Break
4:50-5:00 pm
How to Build a Vascular Ultrasound Lab Program - Medical Director Prescpective
5:00-5:20 pm
How to Build a Vascular Ultrasound Lab Program - Technical Director Prescpective
5:20-5:40 pm
Panel Discussion
5:40-6:10 pm
Wrap up
6:10-6:15 pm
Faculty
Harvard Medical School Continuing Education attracts the best and brightest faculty from all around the world. As a student in this course, you’ll have access to outstanding course directors and faculty.
Course Directors
Abhisekh Mohapatra, MD
Brian Scholz, RVT
Cory Finn, RVT
Drena Root, RVT
Ido Weinberg, MD
Kendal Endicott, MD
Luis Suarez, RVT
Michael R Jaff, DO
Mingzhu Mary Yan, RVT
Nikolaos Zacharias, MD
Piotr Sobieszczyk, MD
Ryan Brooks, RVT
Sarah LaRose Michaud, RVT
Julianne Stoughton, MD
Traci Fox, RVT
Sarah Deery, MD
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Course Fees
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You may register through our secure online environment and will receive an email confirmation upon receipt of your payment. Prices include CME credit, electronic syllabus. At the end of the registration process, a $10 non-refundable processing fee will be added to your registration.
| Role | Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Physician (MD/DO) | $700.00 |
| Nurse (RN/APRN) | $700.00 |
| PA | $700.00 |
| Psychologist | $700.00 |
| Resident/Fellow | $500.00 |
| Social Worker | $700.00 |
| Allied Health Professional / Other | $700.00 |
Accreditation
The Harvard Medical School designates this live activity for a maximum of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
For the purpose of recertification, the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board and American Nurses Credentialing Center accept AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ issued by organizations accredited by the ACCME (Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education). We would also suggest that learners check with their state licensing board to ensure they accept reciprocity with AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for re-licensure.
The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) states that AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ are acceptable for continuing medical education requirements for recertification. We would also suggest that learners check with their state licensing board to ensure they accept reciprocity with 13.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for re-licensure.
The American Medical Association (AMA) has an agreement of mutual recognition of continuing medical education (CME) credit with the European Union of Medical Specialties (UEMS). Additional information regarding this agreement may be found on the European Union of Medical Specialties website.
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada recognizes conferences and workshops held outside of Canada that are developed by a university, academy, hospital, specialty society or college as accredited group learning activities.