Course Contents

Part One

  • Training manual History and other treatment options
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Duplex ultrasonography of the venous system and diagnosis with hands-on practice
  • Pharmacology
  • Equipment
  • Patient selection - indications and contraindications
  • Strategy
  • Side effects and complications
  • Patient education – information leaflets
  • Aftercare and follow up
  • Video and Live demonstration
  • Hands on training using ultrasound phantom

Part Two

  • Visit to proctor’s clinic to watch multiple procedures

Part Three

  • Proctor visit to clinic to supervise 5 procedures
  • Audit phase of another 25 patients by proctor

Certificate of accreditation on completion of course