Fetal Medicine & Obstetric Ultrasound
12-month certification course

Faculty
Dr B.S Rama Murthy
Dr. Lakshmy Ravi Selvaraj
Dr Bijoy Balakrishnan  

Reviews
40+ positive reviews
 

Duration
12 months
 

Registrations
Open
 

Course Overview:

This online course is a comprehensive training program covering all aspects of obstetric imaging and fetal medicine. The course is led by Dr B.S Rama Murthy, a passionate teacher and a pioneer in the field of fetal imaging. The program is aimed to enhance the skills of those involved in fetal imaging with the goal that, at the end of the program, all participants will have the knowledge and skills to independently perform obstetric scans. The programme combines study of basic screening methodology and also a detailed systematic protocol-based approach for each system evaluation of the fetus. The concepts of prenatal screening are constantly evolving and it is really a herculean task to keep ourselves updated with the current concepts in fetal medicine. The course gives an insight into fetal imaging and a holistic approach to evaluate fetal pathology.

Who can benefit from this course?

This course caters to practicing sonologists, gynaecologists and radiologists and those who are training to become practitioners in Fetal Medicine and Obstetric Ultrasound, as well as postgraduate medical students in these fields.

Faculty: Dr B.S Rama Murthy, Dr. Lakshmy Ravi Selvaraj & Dr Bijoy Balakrishnan

The faculty are experts in fetal imaging and they have authored research articles and books on this subject. They are much sought after international speakers who are not only passionate in publishing their research and experience but also in training doctors in the field of obstetric imaging and fetal medicine.

Salient Features:

  1. This 12-month online course is a comprehensive training program covering all aspects of Obstetric ultrasound and Fetal medicine. All the three trimesters of pregnancy have been systematically covered in the syllabus. Each trimester is dealt through an impressive array of topic discussions. Ample ultrasound images and videos help hone the visual recognition skills of the participant. By the end of the course, the participant is adequately equipped to recognise abnormal from normal and to reach the correct diagnosis in a majority of cases.
  2. The experience logged by the faculty over many years is brought forth through rare and difficult to interpret cases which may be encountered in daily practice.
  3. There is self-assessment at the end of every lecture to test knowledge acquired
  4. Access to online lectures for an extended period of time to allow self-paced learning and revision of talks and videos for in-depth learning
  5. Facility for answering questions and clarification of doubts on material provided is also available.
  6. Online image submission of images for assessment is a requisite for those opting for Certificate of Completion
  7. In addition, we have an optional online exam at the end of the course (usually towards the end of the course), to certify the student has sound understanding of fetal medicine & obstetric ultrasound and is a pre-requisite for Certificate of Competence.
  8. Alumni webinars are typically held every two months. During these sessions, alumni doctors present on various topics, enriched by inputs from faculty and fellow alumni doctors. Even after completing your course, you can continue to access and participate in these webinars at Gynecology Academy.
  9. Upon joining the complete course, you become part of the Telegram group of alumni and faculty. In this group, challenging cases encountered by alumni are discussed, and information about updates and upcoming events is shared. You will remain a member of this group even after completing your course.
  10. The faculty have recently started adding links to resources and articles for each talk. These suggested learning materials are designed to further enhance and support your knowledge on the topic. They may be updated and altered by the faculty based on the latest evidence-based information. Those enrolled in the course can access these resources, and this access continues even after completing the course.


Certificate and Cost:

There are 3 types of Certificates available in this course:
Certificate of Participation: Lectures + Self Assessment

Price: Rs 112,500 + 18% GST
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Certificate of Completion: Lectures + Self Assessment + Image Submission

Price: Rs 125,000 + 18% GST
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Certificate of Competence: Lectures + Self Assessment + Image Submission + Exam

Price: Rs 125,000 + 18% GST (with an additional fee of Rs 5000, prior to the exam)
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Please note: Individual lectures can also be purchased for viewing, but no certificates will be provided for the same.

Course Content:

The approximate study time for this module is 12 months and the whole course is categorically divided into multiple smaller modules, each typically have a few lectures within. Once you have viewed the lectures, please complete the self-assessment, to receive the certificate of participation. It is essential that you complete all modules and submit images online in order to obtain a certificate of completion at the end of the course.

Lectures & Topics: (Click + to see all the lectures and topics that will be covered)

Module 1: First trimester ultrasound ( Dr. Lakshmy Ravi ) 1/22

1. Early Pregnancy; Normal and Abnormal ( 1 hr 47 min )
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2. 11-14 week Aneuploidy Screening ( 1 hr 9 min )
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3. First Trimester Screening for PE and FGR ( 1 hr )
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4. 11-14 week Anomaly Scan; Basic Anatomical Planes ( 1 hr 4 min )
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5. First Trimester Evaluation of Fetal Spine ( 58 min )
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6. 11-14 week Neurosonogram ( 1 hr 3 min )
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7. Fetal Heart Evaluation at 11-14 weeks ( 1 hr 25 min )
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8. First Trimester Evaluation of Fetal Face ( 1 hr 17 min )
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9. First trimester detection of Neural tube defects ( 1 hr )
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Module 2: Targeted imaging for fetal anomalies (TIFFA) ( Dr. B.S.Rama Murthy ) 2/22

10. The mid-trimester anomaly scan ( 2 hr 10 min )
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Module 3: Fetal central nervous system ( Dr. B.S.Rama Murthy ) 3/22

11. Anatomic planes in basic and detailed neurosonography ( 1 hr 30 min )
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12. Anterior complex (normal & abnormal) - Midline supratentorial abnormalities ( 2 hr )
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13. Abnormalities of the posterior cranial fossa ( 1 hr 10 min )
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14. Ventriculomegaly, malformations of cortical development & intracranial cyst ( 2 hr 14 min )
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Module 4: Fetal cardiovascular system ( Dr. B.S.Rama Murthy ) 4/22

15. Fetal echocardiography - Sectional planes - Greyscale, M-mode & Doppler ( 2 hr 4 min )
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16. The four-chamber view: Disorders of situs, axis, function & rhythm ( 2 hr 40 min )
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17. The four-chamber view: AVSD, univentricular anomalies, TAPVC & LSVC ( 1 hr 40 min )
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18. The four-chamber view: Chamber asymmetry: HLHS, AS, CoA, PAIVS, PS, TAVSD and EA ( 2 hr 10 min )
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19. Overriding great artery - Approach to and diagnosis of conotruncal anomalies ( 1hr 39 min )
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20. Approach to Parallel great arteries (transposition) and aortic arch anomalies ( 1 hr 28 min )
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Module 5: Fetal spine and dorsal induction defects ( Dr. B.S.Rama Murthy ) 5/22

21. Abnormalities of fetal spine and encephaloceles ( 1 hr 32 min )
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Module 6: Fetal thorax ( Dr. B.S.Rama Murthy ) 6/22

22. Fetal thoracic anomalies ( 1 hr 27 min )
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Module 7: Fetal gastrointestinal tract ( Dr. B.S.Rama Murthy ) 7/22

23. Fetal gastrointestinal tract and anterior abdominal wall ( 2 hr 31 min )
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Module 8: Fetal genitourinary tract ( Dr. B.S.Rama Murthy ) 8/22

24. Fetal genitourinary tract ( 1 hr 43 min )
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Module 9: Fetal Face ( Dr. B.S.Rama Murthy ) 9/22

25. Fetal face ( 1 hr 39 min )
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Module 10: Fetal skeletal system ( Dr. B.S.Rama Murthy ) 10/22

26. Fetal skeletal dysplasia ( 1 hr 42 min )
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27. Fetal limb defects ( 1 hr 23 min )
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Module 11: 3D imaging in obstetrics ( Dr. Lakshmy Ravi ) 11/22

28. 3D Tools with Tips & Tricks for Good 3D Imaging ( 38 min )
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29. Utility of 3D in Obstetric Imaging ( 56 min )
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Module 12: Screening in pregnancy ( Dr. Bijoy Balakrishnan ) 12/22

30. Principles of Screening ( 1 hr 35 min )
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Module 13: Late onset anomalies ( Dr. Bijoy Balakrishnan ) 13/22

31. Late Onset Anomalies ( 36 min )
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Module 14: Fetal growth ( Dr. Bijoy Balakrishnan ) 14/22

32. Doppler in Obstetrics ( 42 min )
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33. Dating, Biometry & Growth Charts ( 30 min )
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34. Diagnosis of Fetal Growth Restriction ( 30 min )
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35. Management of Fetal Growth Restriction ( 57 min )
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36. Macrosomia ( 16 min )
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Module 15: Fetal infections ( Dr. Bijoy Balakrishnan ) 15/22

37. Fetal Infections; An Update ( 46 min )
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Module 16: Preterm labour ( Dr. Bijoy Balakrishnan ) 16/22

38. Preterm Birth; Predicition & Prevention ( 21 min )
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Module 17: Liqour abnormalities ( Dr. Bijoy Balakrishnan ) 17/22

39. Liquor Abnormalitites ( 33 min )
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Module 18: Placenta ( Dr. Bijoy Balakrishnan ) 18/22

40. Placental Pathology in Pregnancy ( 31 min )
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Module 19: Twin pregnancy ( Dr. Bijoy Balakrishnan ) 19/22

41. Triaging in Twins ( 21 min )
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42. FGR in DC Twins ( 34 min )
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43. FGR in MC Twins ( 49 min )
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44. Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome ( 32 min )
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45. Twin Anemia Polycythemia Sequence ( 25 min )
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46. TRAP Sequence ( 25 min )
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47. Discordant Anomalies in Twins ( 28 min )
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Module 20: Rhesus (Rh) factor incompatibility ( Dr. Bijoy Balakrishnan ) 20/22

48. Rh-Isoimmunisation ( 38 min )
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Module 21: Fetal procedures ( Dr. Bijoy Balakrishnan ) 21/22

49. Prenatal invasive diagnostic test ( 24 min )
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50. Fetal Therapy ( 120 min )
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Module 22: Genetics in Fetal Medicine ( Dr. Bijoy Balakrishnan ) 22/22

51. Genetics for clinicians ( 1 hr )
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52. NIPT (Cell free fetal DNA testing) ( 1 hr 15 min )
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  • Dr Sarita Dhar, Tanzania

I am Dr Sarita Dhar, Radiologist practicing in Dar es salaam Tanzania since 18 years.
I recently completed my one-year course in Fetal medicine and Obstetric ultrasound from Gynaec Academy.
What drew me to the program was the opportunity to learn from the extremely talented faculty, and I was not disappointed. I can’t say enough great things about Dr Rama Murthy sir, Dr Lakshmy madam and Dr Bijoy Sir. Their experience and in-depth knowledge made all topic easy to understand.
This program provides a high level of training. All the lectures are very informative, detailed with ample case images and videos. The self-assessment, image submission and exam at the end of the course ensures sound understanding.
In addition, the monthly interactive webinars keep the momentum of learning going.
The telegram group available to all alumni is a great help. The mentors provide valuable insights with challenging cases in daily practice.
Special mention to the supporting staff, they are always there to help.
I found this course extremely helpful to refine my skills and improve my diagnostic accuracy.
I would highly recommend this teaching program.
Thank you so much.

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Course Features

  • Video Talks52
  • Duration12 Months
  • Certificateyes
  • Languageenglish
  • AssessmentYes


Course Price

Certificate of Participation

Rs 1,12,500 + 18% GST

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Certificate of Competence / Completion

Rs 1,25,000 + 18% GST

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