Physics, probes & knobology
Probe selection, orientation, depth, gain, focus, image optimization, measurements, and safe equipment handling.
Hampton Roads Ultrasound Academy presents
Abdominal POCUS Weekend
Three focused days to turn ultrasound fundamentals into a repeatable bedside scanning workflow—with live-model practice, direct coaching, and time on the probe.
Approximately 80% hands-on Only 4 learners total Chesapeake, Virginia
Live-model scanningSupervised practice with real-time feedback
Instructor feedbackCoaching throughout the weekend
Focused curriculumSix core abdominal POCUS modules
Course description
Learn the views. Build the sequence. Know the limits.
The Abdominal POCUS Weekend is an intensive, instructor-guided course for clinicians who want a practical approach to bedside abdominal ultrasound. The weekend combines focused instruction with repeated image acquisition so participants can move from probe orientation and optimization to an organized examination.
Learners will practice core abdominal views, review common pathology and pitfalls, and receive feedback on image quality, measurements, and clinical integration. Healthy live models support hands-on scanning; de-identified cases reinforce findings that may not be present during the lab.
Core curriculum
A structured abdominal POCUS foundation
The course emphasizes image acquisition, a consistent scanning sequence, recognition of common findings, and appropriate clinical limits.
Liver & hepatobiliary
Liver windows, gallbladder views, biliary assessment, common artifacts, and practical scanning pitfalls.
Aorta & IVC
Systematic abdominal aorta imaging, diameter measurement, AAA screening views, and IVC visualization.
Kidneys & bladder
Renal long- and short-axis views, hydronephrosis patterns, bladder imaging, and volume assessment.
Spleen & free fluid
Splenic windows, dependent spaces, pelvic free-fluid views, and an integrated abdominal survey.
Clinical integration
Documentation, quality standards, case-based interpretation, limitations, escalation, and practical assessment.
The weekend
Three days built around deliberate practice
Each day advances from focused teaching to increasingly independent scanning and clinical integration.
Friday
Foundations & image acquisition
Orientation, probe handling, machine controls, image optimization, scan sequence, and guided foundational views.
Saturday
Organ protocols & repetition
Focused liver, gallbladder, aorta, IVC, renal, bladder, spleen, and free-fluid scanning with direct feedback.
Sunday
Integration & practical assessment
Case-based review, full scan sequencing, common pitfalls, documentation, competency feedback, and next-step planning.
Included with tuition
Everything needed for a focused weekend
$2,995 includes the full three-day course, supervised scanning, course materials, and assessments.
Three days of instructor-guided education and scanning
Live-model practice in small scanning groups
Course materials and station reference guides
Pre-course knowledge check and post-course assessment
Practical skills feedback and individualized next steps
Certificate of completion after required activities
Who should attend
Designed for clinicians ready to put POCUS into practice
Practicing clinicians
Physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other clinicians whose practice includes bedside assessment.
Residents & fellows
Trainees who need more supervised probe time and a repeatable abdominal scanning framework.
Clinicians returning to POCUS
Learners who have completed prior coursework but want focused repetition, coaching, and image-quality feedback.
Course questions
Before you reserve your seat
Register online, or call HRU at 757-575-5460 with questions about course fit.
Where is the course held?
Hampton Roads Ultrasound, 1015 Eden Way N, Suite D, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320.
How large is the class?
The inaugural cohort is limited to four learners.
What does the $2,995 tuition include?
Tuition includes the three-day in-person course, supervised scanning, course materials, assessments, and a certificate of completion.
Is this a certification course?
No. The program provides skills training and a certificate of completion. It does not confer independent certification, credentialing, or privileges.
Does the course provide CME or CE credit?
CME or CE credit is not currently advertised for this inaugural course. Please call for the latest course information before registering.
Only four seats are available.
Reserve early. Once the four seats are filled, prospective learners will be placed on the priority list for the next course.
