FUSIC HD

FUSIC HD (Focused Ultrasound for Intensive Care – Haemodynamic Monitoring) is an accredited course designed to provide healthcare professionals with the skills needed to perform and interpret haemodynamic ultrasound assessments in intensive care settings. This course is essential for those aiming to enhance their ability to monitor and manage the cardiovascular status of critically ill patients using Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS). By completing the FUSIC HD course, participants will be well-equipped to utilise haemodynamic ultrasound effectively in critical care settings, leading to improved patient care and outcomes. This course represents a significant advancement in mastering the use of ultrasound for haemodynamic monitoring and management in the ICU.

Course Objectives

Haemodynamic Ultrasound Proficiency: Develop proficiency in performing focused haemodynamic ultrasound examinations.

Critical Care Application: Apply haemodynamic ultrasound techniques to assess and manage the cardiovascular status of critically ill patients.

Expert Instruction: Receive training from experienced instructors who are experts in intensive care and ultrasound.

Course Structure

Hands-On Training: Emphasise practical, hands-on training in small groups to ensure individualised attention and extensive practice opportunities.

Simulation-Based Learning: Utilise high-fidelity simulators and real patient models to replicate clinical scenarios and enhance practical skills.

Pre-Course E-Learning: Provide comprehensive e-learning modules covering theoretical aspects, allowing in-person sessions to concentrate on practical application.

Course Content

Basic to Advanced Techniques: Cover a range of techniques from basic haemodynamic assessments to advanced monitoring in intensive care.

Diagnostic Focus: Emphasise key diagnostic views and measurements essential for assessing cardiovascular function and pathology.

Clinical Integration: Teach how to integrate ultrasound findings into clinical decision-making processes in the ICU.

Benefits

Enhanced Monitoring Skills: Improve the ability to perform rapid and accurate haemodynamic assessments at the bedside.

Clinical Confidence: Build confidence in using ultrasound to inform treatment decisions for critically ill patients.

Comprehensive Training: Benefit from a well-rounded curriculum that combines online theoretical learning with intensive practical sessions.

Target Audience

Intensive care physicians, emergency medicine doctors, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care of critically ill patients who seek to advance their haemodynamic ultrasound skills.