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MSK Spine Ultrasound Training Course

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R3 Medical Training Spine MSK Ultrasound Course

Did you know that ultrasound guidance has been shown to be JUST AS ACCURATE as fluoroscopy for performing facet joint injections of the lumbar spine, along with medial branch blocks AND SI Joint Injections too!

Well it’s true! Most providers do not feel comfortable performing lumbar and SI Joint spinal musculoskeletal procedures, and this course will change that. Fluoroscopic guidance is both expensive and bulky, while ultrasound is portable and inexpensive.

In addition, each attendee receives a free procedure too!

CME Accredited for 15.25 hours Category 1 credit.

This two-day course is designed for healthcare providers wanting a basic understanding of ultrasound guided injection techniques for the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine.

 

The course consists of didactic sessions on anatomy, diagnostic ultrasound evaluation, pathology diagnosis and interventional techniques on real patients using orthobiologics under the direct supervision of R3’s expert faculty.

Overview

This two day CME accredited course (16 hours) is designed for healthcare providers wanting a basic understanding of ultrasound guided  injection techniques for the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine along with SI joints. In addition, the course will present considerable information on PRP and regenerative biologics so you will be up to date as regenerative medicine continues to explode in popularity.
 
The first day consists of didactic sessions on anatomy, diagnostic ultrasound evaluation, pathology diagnosis and interventional techniques on real patients for Cervical and Thoracic Spine using orthobiologics under the direct supervision of R3’s expert faculty. Not only are real patients present, but R3 uses the latest NeedleTrainer computerized simulation technology to help attendees feel comfortable with accurate repetition! Regenerative Biologics presentations span both days.
 
Day 2 consists of presentations on the the lumbar spine and sacroiliac joints, with hands on experience again with real patients under the supervision of R3’s expert faculty. And once again, repetition cements the skillset with usage of the revolutionary NeedleTrainer computerized simulation technology as well. No other MSK Spine Ultrasound Course offers such an in-depth, hands on experiential learning environment. The competence and confidence obtained will help you elevate your practice and instill you with confidence moving forward with spinal injection procedures.

Course Locations & Schedules

MSK Spine Ultrasound Course
  • 2,500.00
  • May 2nd-3rd, 2026
  • Nashville, TN

MSK Ultrasound Injection Courses Advance

  • June 11, 2023
  • Scottsdale

MSK Spine Ultrasound Training Course

  • 2,995.00
  • April 13-14, 2024
  • Beverly Hills
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MSK Ultrasound Injection Courses Basic

  • June 10, 2023
  • Scottsdale

MSK Ultrasound Injection Courses Advance

  • June 11, 2023
  • Scottsdale

MSK Spine Ultrasound Training Course

  • 2,500.00
  • July 18th-19th, 2026
  • Scottsdale, AZ
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MSK Ultrasound Injection Courses Basic

  • June 10, 2023
  • Scottsdale

MSK Ultrasound Injection Courses Advance

  • June 11, 2023
  • Scottsdale

MSK Spine Ultrasound Training Course

  • 2,500.00
  • September 26th-27th, 2026
  • Scottsdale, AZ
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MSK Ultrasound Injection Courses Basic

  • June 10, 2023
  • Scottsdale

MSK Ultrasound Injection Courses Advance

  • June 11, 2023
  • Scottsdale

MSK Spine Ultrasound Training Course

  • 2,500.00
  • November 14th-15th, 2026
  • Nashville, TN
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Spine MSK Ultrasound Course Agenda

Day 1

  • 7:00AM – 8:00AM

Registration and Catered Breakfast

  • 7.00AM – 8:00AM

Registration and Breakfast

The course begins with an overview of the role of ultrasound in the evaluation of the spine. Optimal transducer selection, patient positioning, imaging approaches, and techniques for sonographically evaluating the spine are discussed.

  • 8:00AM – 9.00AM = 1.0 CME

Introduction to MSK Ultrasound in General

The course begins with a presentation on the basics of ultrasound, including how it works, transducer options, and proper settings and how to change them.

  • Lumbar Spine Anatomy
  • Ultrasound transducer selection, machine settings, patient positioning.
  • Ultrasound Diagnostic Evaluation, Tips and Pitfalls.
  • Ultrasound Guided Lumbar Facet Injection
  • Ultrasound Guided Lumbar Medial Branch Block
  • 12:30PM – 1:30PM

Catered Lunch

  • 9:00AM – 10:00AM = 1.0 CME
Introduction to Spinal Ultrasound

Optimal transducer selection, patient positioning, imaging approaches, and techniques for sonographically evaluating the spine are discussed.

  • Thoracic Spine Anatomy
  • Ultrasound transducer selection, machine settings, patient positioning.
  • Ultrasound Diagnostic Evaluation, Tips and Pitfalls.
  • Ultrasound Guided Thoracic Facet Injection
  • Ultrasound Guided Thoracic Medial Branch Block
  • 10:00AM – 12:30PM = 2.5 CME

Cervical Spine

  • Cervical Spine Anatomy
  • Ultrasound transducer selection, machine settings, patient positioning.
  • Ultrasound Diagnostic Evaluation, Tips and Pitfalls.
  • Ultrasound Guided Cervical Facet Injection
  • Ultrasound Guided Cervical Medial Branch Block
  • 10:00AM – 12:30PM = 2.5 CME

Orthobiologics & What You Need to Know

  • Umbilical Cord Allograft Tissue
  • Exosomes
  • Autograft Tissue – Bone Marrow/Adipose
  • 12:30PM - 01:00PM

Lunch

  • 01:00PM – 02:00PM = 1.0 CME

Basics of PRP Therapy for the Spine

  • 02:00PM - 03:30PM = 1.5 CME

Introduction to Regenerative Biologics Part1

  • 03:30PM - 05:30PM = 2.0 CME

Thoracic Spine

  • Thoracic Spine Anatomy
  • Ultrasound transducer selection, machine settings, patient positioning.
  • Ultrasound Diagnostic Evaluation, Tips and Pitfalls.
  • Ultrasound Guided Thoracic Facet Injection
  • Ultrasound Guided Thoracic Medial Branch Block

Total for Day 1 = 8 CME

Day 2

  • 7:00AM-8:00AM

Networking and Catered Breakfast

  • 07:00AM – 08:00AM

Breakfast and Networking

  • 08:00AM – 12:00PM = 4.0 CME

Lumbar Spine

  • Lumbar Spine Anatomy
  • Ultrasound transducer selection, machine settings, patient positioning.
  • Ultrasound Diagnostic Evaluation, Tips and Pitfalls.
  • Ultrasound Guided Lumbar Facet Injection
  • Ultrasound Guided Lumbar Medial Branch Block
  • 12:00PM – 02:00PM = 2.0 CME

Lunch and Introduction to Regenerative Biologics Part 2

  • 01:00PM– 01:45PM

Catered Lunch

  • 02:00PM–04:30PM = 2.5 CME

Sacroiliac Joints

  • Sacroiliac Joint Anatomy
  • Ultrasound transducer selection, machine settings, patient positioning.
  • Ultrasound Diagnostic Evaluation, Tips and Pitfalls.
  • Ultrasound Guided SI Joint Injection

Total for Day 2 = 8 CME

Overall Total = 16 CME hours

Hands-On Cases

The R3 Spine Ultrasound Course provides you the opportunity to scan real-patients in a hands-on setting. The interventional techniques presented during the course will be practiced under the direct supervision of the instructors in order to enable participants to become proficient with these skills.

Who is the Course Intended?

  • All licensed healthcare providers who desire learning about spine ultrasound and US guided injections. The injections need to be within scope of practice.
  • MD, DO, NP, PA, ND’s are welcome to attend.
  • Other healthcare providers are welcome, but will not be eligible to perform injections (e.g. RN’s and Ultrasound Techs).

References

  • Dr. Dipasri Bhattacharya, Ultrasound vs Fluoroscopy in Pain Intervention, Journal on Recent Advances in Pain, January-April 2017;3(1):46-49
  • Comparison of Fluoroscopy and Ultrasound Guidance for Sacroiliac Joint Injection in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain, Soneji et al, Pain Pract, 2016 Jun;16(5):537-44.
  • Comparison of the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided versus fluoroscopy- guided medial lumbar bundle branch block on pain related to lumbar facet joints: a multicenter randomized controlled non-inferiority study, Nisolle et al, BMC Anesthesiol. 2023; 23: 76.

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Trainers

Ruben Alexander MD

Dr. Alexander is revered by his patients and colleagues for his expertise and bedside manner. He is a great teacher for systemic procedures, ultrasound and MSK procedures too!

Dr. Tal Cohen DAOM, MS-FMHN

Dr. Cohen founded A New Way Clinic, which is Portland’s top functional medicine practice. As a supplement expert, you will enjoy and learn from his supplement expertise. Turn your procedures into a full program offering! 

David Greene, MD, PhD, MBA

David Greene, MD, MBA founded R3 Medical Training to help providers learn needed skill sets in an immersive setting. Dr. Greene actively participates in a lot of the training courses. He regularly presents on marketing for online patient acquisition, including sales training too!

Dr. Geneva Worthington

Dr. Worthington provides expert training for facial rejuvenation procedures, sexual health procedures along with PDO Thread Lift Certification

Lucia Mirales Chavez, MD

Dr. Lucia Mirales Chavez is an MD with extensive experience in Regenerative Aesthetics including Hair Restoration, Sexual Health and PDO Thread Lift procedures. She is from Fresno CA.

Frank Finach

Frank is a member of the American Institute of Ultrasound Medicine and resides in San Diego, California.

Patrick Astourian

Patrick has given hands on MSK training to multiple doctors in pain management, PM&R, rheumatology, sports medicine and orthopaedics.

Lydia Dana

Lydia is a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Extensive Experience in MSK Ultrasound

Richard Kates

Richard Kates is a Registered MSK Sonographer who practices diagnostic MSK ultrasound every day at multiple clinics throughout Arizona.

Nancy Gaines

Dr. Nancy Gaines-Dillard, DNP-BC, Board Certified Family Medicine Healthcare Practitioner with over 26 years of varied experience in Family, Emergency, and Acute Care Medicine at teaching hospitals, Level I Trauma Centers and Tertiary facilities.