Course description
Cardiac ultrasound training for emergency physicians, intensivists and anesthesiologists. WINFOCUS FoCUS© is an internationally recognized Focused Cardiac Ultrasound course designed for healthcare professionals managing cardiovascular emergencies. It is ideal for emergency physicians, intensivists, anesthesiologists, and acute cardiac care clinicians seeking to integrate cardiac PoCUS into their daily practice.
This comprehensive online FoCUS course is especially suited for clinicians who are new to cardiac ultrasound. It provides a practical and structured approach to limited Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE) for use in cardiac arrest, peri-resuscitation scenarios, shock, and the assessment of unstable patients in emergency or critical care settings.
More experienced users of echocardiography may also find this course valuable, as it focuses on optimizing the use of ultrasound in the critically ill and aligning with Advanced Life Support (ALS) protocols.
Previously known as WINFOCUS Basic Echo (WBE), the course has been delivered in over 40 countries and has reached its 150th edition since its launch in 2008. The curriculum is based on the recommendations of the 1st International Consensus Conference on Focused Cardiac UltraSound (Via G, Hussain A, Wells M, et al. J Am Soc Echocardiogr. 2014).
As a key benefit, the course prepares participants for the WINFOCUS FoCUS© International Certification, further supporting clinical excellence and global standards in point-of-care cardiac ultrasound.
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Course content
WINFOCUS FoCUS© Course: Cardiac PoCUS for Critical Care and Emergency Physicians.
WINFOCUS FoCUS© is a specialized course focused on the cardiac component of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS). It is specifically designed for critical care and emergency physicians, anesthesiologists, acute cardiac care clinicians, and all healthcare providers who manage cardiovascular emergencies.
This course is ideal for clinicians new to cardiac ultrasound. It teaches the application of limited Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE) in key clinical scenarios such as cardiac arrest, peri-resuscitation, shock, and as a rapid screening tool for unstable patients in the ICU or any emergency setting.
Additionally, the course may benefit experienced echocardiographers seeking to enhance the efficacy of ultrasound assessments in critically ill patients, ensuring adherence to Advanced Life Support (ALS) protocols.
Course Outline
- Introduction to the WINFOCUS FoCUS Course
- FoCUS: Definition, Goals, Targets of the Exam
- FoCUS: How to scan
- FoCUS: How to set the ultrasound machine
- FoCUS Signs of Chronic Cardiac Disease
- FoCUS Signs of LV Systolic Dysfunction
- FoCUS Signs of RV Systolic Dysfunction
- FoCUS Assessment of Intravascular Fluid Status
- FoCUS Signs of Pericardial Effusion and Tamponade
- FoCUS Signs of Obvious Valvular Pathology, Intracardiac Masses
- FoCUS in Cardiac Arrest
- FoCUS in Shock
Learning tools
Video lectures
A series of engaging video-lectures covers the theoretical background required to practice FoCUS over a total of 13+hours training time.
Scientific literature
The relevant scientific literature that supports each lecture is highlighted, with direct links to Pubmed.
Quizzes
Post-lecture quizzes supplement the video-lectures.
The quizz’s answers reinforce important learning points.
Video Resources
Additional video resources help students “train their eyes” to recognize normal features and pathological findings.
Cheat sheets
Downloadable cheat sheets, infographics, checklists, and report sheets support the use of FoCUS in clinical practice.
Interactive cases
Interactive thought-provoking cases are included.
These are based on real patients.
Course pricing: €49–€359, based on your country.
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