Introduction to Transesophageal Echocardiography
Webcast
1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ 
OVERVIEW
Introduction to Transesophageal Echocardiography is organized by Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute (GUI) Inc.
Date of Original Release: 1/12/2021
This edition valid for credit through: 1/12/2024
Overview:
Introduction to Transesophageal Echocardiography Training Video is designed to provide an introduction to transesophageal echocardiography. The lecture will cover common indications, contraindications, and common complications, and review the essential images to acquire. Examples of how to obtain the images and a review of correct image orientation and interpretation will be discussed.
Objectives:
• State the indications and contraindications of transesophageal echocardiography (TEE)
• Recognize complications with TEE
• Recognize basic TEE views and understand transducer orientation
• Understand common pathologies with case study examplesties.
Topics:
• Training and Certification
• Types of Probes
• Indications
• Complications
• Equipment
• Views/Complete Exam
• The Required Views
• The Reporting
ACCREDITATION & CREDITS
Credits:
The Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute designates this internet activity enduring material for a maximum of 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This course also meets CME/CEU requirements for ARDMS. Note: While offering the CME credit hours noted above, activities are not intended to provide extensive training or certification for exam performance or interpretation.
TARGET AUDIENCE
PhysicianPhysician AssistantSonographerEmergency MedicineIntensivistsEchocardiographersCritical Care MedicineAnesthesiologistCardiologistsFamily Practice physiciansPrimary Care PhysiciansNurse PractitionersSPECIALITIES
Echocardiography