Pediatric Echocardiography Essentials

Saturday, March 7, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST, University of Michigan Health-West, Professional Building, The Grand Conference Room, 2122 Health Drive and Online, Wyoming, MI


AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (6.25 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (6.25 hours)

This full-day program is intended for sonographers and other healthcare professionals who are involved in performing pediatric echocardiograms as well as those with limited or no previous experience who are interested in getting started. It will focus on the technical components and practical tips needed to perform a comprehensive pediatric echocardiogram with formal lectures and a live scanning demonstration. A small group, hands-on scanning workshop is also included to practice skills. This scanning workshop will involve scanning normal pediatric hearts as well as those with congenital heart defects. The course will involve lectures about image optimization, child life strategies to improve patient cooperation, clinical pearls for performing studies in the NICU, tips for scanning specific congenital heart defects, and more.

1. State the components of a complete pediatric echocardiogram and how to perform these views.
2. Apply pediatric-friendly strategies to promote patient cooperation and improve study success.
3. Explain how to scan infant and children with congenital heart defects.

Cost:
$140 in person, $90 online, $60 students in person and online

Cancellations:
Refunds will be provided until Monday, March 2, 2026. Please contact: Janet Houghan
Email: [email protected]

The University of Michigan Medical School is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Accessibility Statement

The University of Michigan Medical School is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the CME Activity Coordinator.

Questions? Please contact Janet Houghan

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

The University of Michigan Medical School adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. All individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Saturday, March 7, 2026