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2025 Focus on POCUS: Next Level
UW Health affiliated physicians and advanced practice providers are invited to hone their point-of-care ultrasound skills through "Focus on POCUS: Next Level". This one-day CME course led by expert SMPH faculty includes a unique blend of hands-on and lecture-based instruction, as well as 6+ hours of available asynchronous learning. This course is intended for clinicians who ae confident with basic cardiac, lung and abdominal imaging who want to advance their skills in these indications.
Participants must have completed a basic POCUS training in order to register for this course. Enrollment is open to UW Health and affiliate physicians, APPs, fellows and residents. This course is limited to 12 participants.
Enduring Content: In-depth asynchronous content covering will be released on March 7th, 2025, the day of the Focus on POCUS conference.
Bonus Content: In-depth asynchronous content from the June, 2024 Focus on POCUS course covering Best Practices in POCUS, Approach to Shock with POCUS, Evidence-Based POCUS and How to Optimize Your POCUS Exam will be made available to participants through June 21, 2025.
Course Highlights
- Develop skills in ultrasound image acquisition and interpretation for cardiac, lung, and abdominal structures
- Learn how to use point of care ultrasound to reach vascular targets
- See how point of care ultrasound can help identify causes of shock states and respiratory failure
- And more!
Provided By
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
- Department of Emergency Medicine
- University of Wisconsin–Madison Interprofessional Continuing Education Partnership (ICEP)
Course registration is open to UW Health affiliated physicians and advanced practice providers.
Elements of Competence
This activity has been designed to change learner performance and focuses on the following competencies:
American Board of Medical Specialties
- Patient care and procedural skills
- Medical knowledge
- Employing evidence-based practice.
Interprofessional
- Communication.
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Interprofessional Continuing Education Partnership (ICEP) gratefully acknowledges the in-kind support provided by:
Sonosite (Ultrasound Systems and Application Support)
Intended Audience
This activity is designed to meet the needs of UW Health and UW Health-affiliated physicians and APPs including nurse practitioners, physician assistants, residents and fellows.
Learning Objectives
As a result of participation in this educational course, members of the healthcare team will be able to:
- Obtain point of care ultrasound images of heart, lungs and abdominal organs.
- Interpret POCUS images as normal, pathologic or inadequate.
- Determine appropriate utilization and limitations of point of care ultrasound application in clinical settings.
| FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025 | ||
| TIME | TOPIC | LOCATION |
| 8:15 - 8:30 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions | G5/152 |
| 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. | Advanced Physics Lecture | G5/152 |
| 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. | Advanced Cardiac Lecture | G5/152 |
| 10:00-10:10 a.m. | Break | G5/152 |
| 10:10 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. | Hands-On Chest Ultrasound | CSP |
| 12:20 - 1:20 p.m. | Lunch and Breakout Lectures Abdominal Ultrasound (Aorta + Renal) Abdominal Ultrasound (Gastric) Deep Vein Thrombosis Ultrasound | G5 Rooms |
| 1:20-1:30 p.m. | Break | G5/152 |
| 1:30 - 5:00 p.m. | Hands-On: Abdominal Ultrasound, DVT, Cardiac
| CSP |
CSP = Clinical Simulation Program, H6-112 - Located on the 1st Floor of the UW Health University Hospital
Emergency situations occasionally occur and may necessitate topic or speaker changes. The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and the University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP reserve the right to alter or substitute a topic or speaker without prior notification.
Parking
Parking is available in Lot 75. After parking, participants should proceed to the UWH Clinical Simulation Center (located within the University Hospital - 600 Highland Avenue. (See below under "Conference Location Directions" for additional information).
Conference Location Directions:
The UW Health Clinical Simulation Program is located within University Hospital (600 Highland Avenue) on the western edge of the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. Our center is the H module on the first floor of the hospital.
After arriving at the hospital parking lot: Enter the building through the clinic's entrance on the right and follow Main Street to the H bank of elevators and go down to the first floor. From the elevator, walk towards the red wall that read Clinical Simulation Program.
Check Program for specific room locations.
Conference Attire
Dressing in layers will help to ensure your comfort in the conference rooms.
Planning Committee:
Dana Resop, MD, Clinical Associate Professor, Division of Emergency Ultrasound, University of Wisconsin
Sara Damewood, MD, Professor (CHS), Division of Emergency Ultrasound, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Christine Butts, MD, Professor (CHS), Division of Emergency Ultrasound, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Hani Kuttab, MD, Assistant Professor (CHS), Division of Emergency Ultrasound, University of Wisconsin
Simanjit Mand, MD, Assistant Professor (CHS), Division of Emergency Medicine, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Jessica Schmidt, MD, Associate Professor (CHS), Division of Emergency Ultrasound Global Health Section, University of Wisconsin
Matthew VandeHei, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Division of Emergency Ultrasound, University of Wisconsin
Jenna Brink, PA-C, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Taylor Johnson, MBA, Education Program Administrator, Division of Emergency Medicine, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Kristina Maynard, MS, Program Coordinator, Division of Emergency Medicine, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Grace Leonard, EdM, Instructional Designer/Accreditation Specialist, Office of Continuing Professional Development, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Kristen Lucas, MS, Accreditation Specialist, Office of Continuing Professional Development, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Faculty:
Dana Resop, MD, Clinical Associate Professor, Division of Emergency Ultrasound, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Sara Damewood, MD Professor (CHS), Division of Emergency Ultrasound, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Hani Kuttab, MD Assistant Professor (CHS), Division of Emergency Ultrasound, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Christine Butts, MD, Professor (CHS), Division of Emergency Ultrasound, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Simanjit Mand, MD Assistant Professor (CHS), Division of Emergency Medicine, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Matthew McCauley, MD, Assistant Professor (CHS), Division of Emergency Critical Care, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Jessica Schmidt, MD Associate Professor (CHS), Division of Emergency Ultrasound Global Health Section, University of Wisconsin
Matthew VandeHei, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Division of Emergency Ultrasound, University of Wisconsin
Stuart Feichtinger, MD, Assistant Professor (CHS), Department of Anesthesiology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Miranda Bradley, MD, Clinical Instructor, Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Fellow, Division of Emergency Ultrasound, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Policy on Disclosure
It is the policy of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Interprofessional Continuing Education Partnership (ICEP) to identify, mitigate and disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies* held by the speakers/presenters, authors, planners, and other persons who may influence content of this accredited continuing education (CE). In addition, speakers, presenters and authors must disclose any planned discussion of unlabeled/unapproved uses of drugs or devices during their presentation.
For this accredited continuing education activity all relevant financial relationships have been mitigated and detailed disclosures are listed below.
NAME | ROLE(S) | FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIPS DISCLOSURE | DISCUSSION OF UNLABELED/UNAPPROVED USES OF DRUGS/DEVICES IN PRESENTATION? | |
| Miranda Bradley, MD | Faculty | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No | |
| Jenna Brink, PA-C | Committee Member | No | ||
| Christine Butts, MD | Committee Member/Faculty | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | ||
| Sara Damewood, MD | Committee Member/Faculty | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No | |
| Taylor Johnson, MBA | Committee Member | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No | |
| Hani Kuttab, MD | Committee Member/Faculty | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No | |
| Stuart Feichtinger, MD | Committee Member; Faculty |
| No | |
| Taylor Johnson, MBA | Committee Member | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No | |
| Hani Kuttab, MD | Committee Member; Faculty | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No | |
| Grace Leonard, EdM | Accreditation Specialist | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No | |
| Kristen Lucas, MS | Accreditation Specialist | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No | |
| Simanjit Mand, MD | Committee Member; Faculty | |||
| Kristina Maynard, MS | Committee Member | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No | |
| Matthew McCaulty, MD | Faculty | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No | |
| Dana Resop, MD | Committee Member; Faculty | |||
| Jessica Schmidt, MD | Committee Member; Faculty | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No | |
| Matthew VandeHei, MD | Committee Member; Faculty | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No |
*Ineligible companies are those whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on, patients.
The ACCME does not consider providers of clinical services directly to patients to be ineligible companies.
Accreditation Statement
 | In support of improving patient care, the University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. |
Credit Designation Statements
American Medical Association (AMA) The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP designates this live activity for a maximum of 8.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. | |
 | American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 8.0 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. |
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP designates this live activity for a maximum of 8.0 ANCC hours. | |
 | American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 8.0 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit. By completing the requirements for this activity, the learner gives UW-Madison ICEP permission to share completion data with the ACCME and the certifying board(s). |
American Board of Anesthesia (ABA) This activity contributes to the CME component of the American Board of Anesthesiology’s (ABA) redesigned Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology (MOCA®) Program, known as MOCA 2.0®. Please consult the ABA website, www.theaba.org, for a list of all MOCA 2.0 requirements. | |
 | American Board of Surgery (ABS) Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME and Self-Assessment requirements of the American Board of Surgery’s Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit. |
American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the activity and individual assessment of and feedback to the learner, enables the learner to earn up to 8.0 MOC points in the American Board of American Board of Pediatrics’ (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABP MOC credit. Participant completion information will be shared with the ABP through PARS. By recording your attendance at this event, you are giving UW-ICEP permission to share this information with ABP. | |
Continuing Education Units The University of Wisconsin–Madison, as a member of the University Continuing Education Association (UCEA) authorizes this program for 0.8 continuing education units (CEUs) or 8.0 hours. |
Bonus Content
In addition to 8 hours of CME credit for the live course, additional credit for asynchronous content will be offered (credit number to be determined).
Available Credit
- 8.00 AAPA Category 1 CME
- 8.00 ABS Accredited CME
- 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 8.00 ANCC Contact Hours
- 8.00 University of Wisconsin–Madison Continuing Education Hours
- 8.00 Approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Registration for this activity can only be completed through the ICEP Learning Portal. Attendee registrations made through any other sites cannot be honored. UW-Madison ICEP is not able to refund fees paid through unaffiliated registration sites, such as eMedEvents.com, MedConfWorld.com, EventEgg.com, and 10times.com. Please report any unauthorized websites or solicitations for registrations to help@icep.wisc.edu.
Enrollment is open to UW Health and affiliate physicians, APPs, fellows and residents. Course is limited to 12 participants. Participants must have completed a basic POCUS training in order to register for this course. This course includes access to the Focus on POCUS eLearning/enduring course, which will become available at the start of the live conference
Conference Fees
$599 UW Health Physician/APP
$499 UW Health Fellows/Residents
The conference fee includes the cost of the Focus on Pocus live course and the enduring content.
Cancellation Policy
Requests for cancellation must be submitted in writing to help@icep.wisc.edu. Cancellation requests received at least 96 hours prior to the conference will allow a full refund except for the $50 nonrefundable processing fee. No refunds will be made for cancellations received less than 96 hours prior to the activity start date.
Program Changes
Emergency situations occasionally occur and may necessitate topic or speaker changes. The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and the University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP reserve the right to alter or substitute a topic or speaker without prior notification.
Accessibility
The University of Wisconsin provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX requirements. The University of Wisconsin fully complies with the legal requirements of the ADA and the rules and regulations thereof. If any participant in this educational activity is in need of accommodations, please notify us at help@icep.wisc.edu
For Further Information
For course information or details, please contact Taylor Johnson tjohnson@medicine.wisc.edu. For registration assistance, please email help@icep.wisc.edu.