Workshops

IN-PERSON WORKSHOP

The courses are designed so that participants can spend as much time as possible practising the techniques demonstrated in the theoretical sections. The generous instructor-to-participant ratio encourages interaction between participants and instructors, thus facilitating learning.

Two courses formats are available:

  • Individual registration

    Sign up for of one of EGLS' workshops! We organize courses with the best instructors in various locations worldwide.

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  • Group registration

    Train all your department at once! Instructors can come to your hospital to offer training to a group of interested physicians. This is easy : a « turnkey » approach is then used to help organize the event. Contact our team for information on costs and material supplied!

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Course AIM

The course aims to introduce participants to the ultrasound approach of the hemodynamically unstable patient. This course is aimed at two audiences: physicians who are knowledgeable about ultrasound and want to consolidate their knowledge, and novices who would like to be introduced to it.

  • Objectives
  • Typical Schedule
  • Accreditation

Objectives

At the conclusion of training, participants will be better able to:

  1. Categorize undifferentiated shock via an algorithmic approach;
  2. Identify pneumothorax and interstitial syndrome with lung ultrasound;
  3. Identify the signs of obstructive shock (tamponade, pulmonary embolism);
  4. Qualitatively assess left ventricular function;
  5. Assess the inferior vena cava;
  6. Assess volemia and fluid responsiveness potential.

Typical Schedule

8:00 a.m. Welcome
8:15-8:20 a.m. Introduction (theory)
8:20-9:00 a.m. Lung ultrasound (theory)
9:00-10:15 a.m. Lung (practical)
10:15-11:00 a.m. Subcostal/IVC & the State of the circulation (theory)
11:00-12:00 p.m. Subcostal and inferior vena cava view (practical)
12:00-12:45 p.m. Lunch is provided. Coffee and snacks will also be served.
12:45-13:30 p.m. Complementary cardiac views (theory)
13:30-15:00 p.m. Complementary cardiac views (practical)
15:00-16:00 p.m. Algorithmic approach to shock (EGLS)
16:00-17:45 p.m. EGLS (practical)
17:45-18:00 p.m. Conclusion (theory)

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Participants will be entitled to :

  • 24 Mainpro+ certified credits

This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification program of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians.

The Workshops

Our workshops constitute the first step towards accreditation. Held in various cities worldwide by the best and most experienced instructors, these one-day courses allow participants to enjoy an exceptional instructor/participant ratio, for maximum interaction and added educational value.

EGLS workshops are accredited by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the College of Family Physicians of Canada, and count as continuing medical education credits.

  • July 18, 2020 - Saturday

    Where Johannesburg, South Africa

    Note This course is already full!

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  • July 17, 2020 - Friday

    Where Johannesburg, South Africa

    Note Some spots are still available!

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  • June 11, 2020 - Thursday

    Where Gaspé, Canada

    Note Faites-vite, quelques places seulement sont encore disponibles !

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  • June 11, 2020 - Thursday

    Where Gaspé, Canada

    Note Ces places sont uniquement pour les résidents. Veuillez nous écrire pour mettre votre nom sur la liste d'attente.

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  • June 10, 2020 - Wednesday

    Where Gaspé, Canada

    Note Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant ! Le prix total comprend les taxes. You can now register! (Taxes are included)

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  • June 10, 2020 - Wednesday

    Where Gaspé, Canada

    Note Ces places sont uniquement pour les résidents. Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant ! Le prix total comprend les taxes. You can now register! (Taxes are included)

    Sold out

  • June 07, 2020 - Sunday

    Where México, Mexico

    Note Debido a la pandemia de COVID-19, el taller de EGLS programado para junio debe posponerse. Se anunciarán nuevas fechas lo antes posible. Para suscribirse a la lista de espera, comuníquese con info@echoguidedlifesupport.com Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the EGLS workshop scheduled for June must be postponed. New dates will be announced as soon as possible. To subscribe to the waiting list, contact info@echoguidedlifesupport.com

    Sold out

  • June 06, 2020 - Saturday

    Where México, Mexico

    Note Debido a la pandemia de COVID-19, el taller de EGLS programado para junio debe posponerse. Se anunciarán nuevas fechas lo antes posible. Para suscribirse a la lista de espera, comuníquese con info@echoguidedlifesupport.com Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the EGLS workshop scheduled for June must be postponed. New dates will be announced as soon as possible. To subscribe to the waiting list, contact info@echoguidedlifesupport.com

    Sold out

  • May 16, 2020 - Saturday

    Where Montréal, Canada

    Note Veuillez noter qu'en raison de la pandémie de COVID-19, l'atelier du 16 mai prochain sera reporté. Nous entrerons en contact par courriel avec les participants. Please note that due to the actual COVID-19 pandemic, the workshop planned on May 16 is momentarily postponed. We will be in contact with all participants by email.

    Sold out

  • May 16, 2020 - Saturday

    Where Montréal, Canada

    Note Veuillez noter qu'en raison de la pandémie de covid-19, l'atelier du 16 mai prochain sera reporté. Nous entrerons en contact par courriel avec les participants. Please note that due to the actual COVID-19 pandemic, the workshop planned on May 16 is momentarily postponed. We will be in contact with all participants by email.

    Sold out

  • April 30, 2020 - Thursday

    Where Baie-Comeau, Canada

    Note Veuillez noter qu'en raison de la pandémie, les ateliers des 29 et 30 avril prochains sont reportés. Nous entrerons en contact par courriel avec les participants. Please note that due to the actual pandemic, the workshops planned on April 29-30 are momentarily postponed. We will be in contact with all participants by email.

    Sold out

  • April 30, 2020 - Thursday

    Where Baie-Comeau, Canada

    Note Veuillez noter qu'en raison de la pandémie, les ateliers des 29 et 30 avril prochains sont reportés. Nous entrerons en contact par courriel avec les participants. Please note that due to the actual pandemic, the workshops planned on April 29-30 are momentarily postponed. We will be in contact with all participants by email.

    Sold out

  • April 29, 2020 - Wednesday

    Where Baie-Comeau, Canada

    Note Veuillez noter qu'en raison de la pandémie, les ateliers des 29 et 30 avril prochains sont reportés. Nous entrerons en contact par courriel avec les participants. Please note that due to the actual pandemic, the workshops planned on April 29-30 are momentarily postponed. We will be in contact with all participants by email.

    Sold out

  • April 29, 2020 - Wednesday

    Where Baie-Comeau, Canada

    Note Veuillez noter qu'en raison de la pandémie, les ateliers des 29 et 30 avril prochains sont reportés. Nous entrerons en contact par courriel avec les participants. Please note that due to the actual pandemic, the workshops planned on April 29-30 are momentarily postponed. We will be in contact with all participants by email.

    Sold out

  • April 15, 2020 - Wednesday

    Where Sherbrooke, Canada

    Note Veuillez noter qu'en date du 16 mars 2020, l'atelier du 15 avril prochain est annulé. Please note that as of March 16, 2020, the workshop planned on April 15 is cancelled.

    Sold out

  • March 19, 2020 - Thursday

    Where Maniwaki, Canada

    Note Veuillez noter qu'en date du 13 mars 2020, les ateliers des 18 et 19 mars prochains sont reportés. Nous entrerons en contact par courriel avec les participants. Please note that as of March 13, 2020, the Maniwaki workshops of March 18 and 19 are momentarily postponed. We will be in contact with all participants by email.

    Ended

  • March 19, 2020 - Thursday

    Where Maniwaki, Canada

    Note Veuillez noter qu'en date du 13 mars 2020, les ateliers des 18 et 19 mars prochains sont reportés. Nous entrerons en contact par courriel avec les participants. Please note that as of March 13, 2020, the Maniwaki workshops of March 18 and 19 are momentarily postponed. We will be in contact with all participants by email.

    Ended

  • March 18, 2020 - Wednesday

    Where Maniwaki, Canada

    Note Veuillez noter qu'en date du 13 mars 2020, les ateliers des 18 et 19 mars prochains sont reportés. Nous entrerons en contact par courriel avec les participants. Please note that as of March 13, 2020, the Maniwaki workshops of March 18 and 19 are momentarily postponed. We will be in contact with all participants by email.

    Ended

  • March 18, 2020 - Wednesday

    Where Maniwaki, Canada

    Note Veuillez noter qu'en date du 13 mars 2020, les ateliers des 18 et 19 mars prochains sont reportés. Nous entrerons en contact par courriel avec les participants. Please note that as of March 13, 2020, the Maniwaki workshops of March 18 and 19 are momentarily postponed. We will be in contact with all participants by email.

    Ended

  • March 06, 2020 - Friday

    Where Dublin, Ireland

    Note A real success!

    Ended

  • March 05, 2020 - Thursday

    Where Dublin, Ireland

    Note A real success!

    Ended

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • I can't access the eLearning ?

    1. Make sure the email isn't in your junk mail folder 2. Go to the login page and chose "I forgot my password". You will receive an email with a new password. 3. If you still can't access the eLearning after steps 1 and 2, write to info@EchoGuidedLifeSupport.com : you will get an answer within 24 hours (It could be slightly longer outside North America, depending on your time zone)

  • What is the course fee ?

    It varies depending of the geographical location of the course.

  • What should I study before the course?

    We suggest that you read the EGLS book and watch the podcasts/videos that are on our website before the course.

  • Can I get a second copy of my certificate and/or my official receipt?

    Please contact us for more informations.

  • Do I need to have completed an ultrasound program before doing the EGLS course?

    No. The course was developed so that medical personnel with little or no previous ultrasound training could attend.

  • Who can attend the EGLS course?

    Anyone likely to encounter critically ill patients (physicians, students, PAs, Nurses, paramedics, RTs…)

  • Are there side-effects to ultrasound examination or other health risks?

    No. Unlike X-rays, ultrasound does not pose a health risk.

  • When can I obtain my Mainpro+ certified credits?

    Only after completing your post-event exercise (6 to 12 weeks after your training, you will be able to obtain your Mainpro+ credits.

  • How many credits can I obtain after the EGLS course?

    The EGLS course gives you 16 Group Learning certified credits (Mainpro+). Also, this training is an accredited group learning activity (Section 1), such as defined by The Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (8 credits).