Focused Echocardiography in Life Support Course (FELS)

This one-day course is delivered by the SCGH Emergency Ultrasound Team, and provides comprehensive training to diagnose life-threatening conditions through point-of-care ultrasound. Participants will refine their techniques through practical workshops and live models. Suitable for medical staff working in critical care areas.

Topics include:

– Cardiac anatomy

– Fluid status assessment

– Identification of cardiac tamponade, pulmonary embolus and cardiac wall abnormalities

– Indications and limitations of bedside echo

– Emergency assessment of the shocked patient

Course Dates:

2025 Dates pending

*Currently the FELS course is only open to ACEM trainees through the internal SCGH course, but expressions of interest would be accepted in case a spot becomes available.*