You know the best way to learn is to do. That’s why the AIUM Annual Convention features hands-on training sessions in various ultrasound specialties. Most Learning Labs include didactic lectures blended with chances for you to try it for yourself with hands-on scanning. We use a 4:1 ratio at scanning stations. Registration is limited, so sign up for these ticketed sessions when you register for the convention to maximize your learning.
Learning Labs are an add-on and must be purchased in conjunction with either a full or daily registration.
Introduction to Shoulder Ultrasound
Thursday, May 28 | 11:00 am–12:00 pm
This hands-on experience will introduce the participant to the standardized shoulder ultrasound examination, which includes evaluation of the rotator cuff, long head of biceps tendon, and the subdeltoid bursa. Sonographic anatomy, patient positioning, and sonographic technique will be reviewed in a brief didactic lecture and then reinforced with dedicated hands-on practice with experts. This course is intended for beginners and anyone desiring more practice.
Gastrointestinal Ultrasound in POCUS: Geriatric to Pediatric Applications and Everything in Between
Thursday, May 28 | 1:30 pm–3:00 pm
Join us for an engaging, hands-on workshop that shines a spotlight on the often-overlooked world of intestinal ultrasound. Discover how this cutting-edge tool transforms care for patients with abdominal pain, nausea, IBD, and more.
Through dynamic teaching and extensive scanning practice, you'll master the essentials, from identifying normal GI sonoanatomy to detecting key pathologies like motility disorders and inflammation. Learn to estimate gastric volume, assess bowel motility, and interpret abnormal findings with confidence.
Performing the Standard OB Ultrasound: A Step-by-Step Approach to Fetal Anatomy
Thursday, May 28 | 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
A practical, hands-on workshop designed to build confidence in performing the standard fetal anatomy exam per AIUM Practice Parameter for the Performance of Standard Diagnostic Obstetric Ultrasound (CPT 76805). Learn to assess fetal presentation, obtain accurate biometry, evaluate amniotic fluid, and document required anatomy. Includes live scanning, expert tips, and troubleshooting strategies for common challenges.
Off the Hinges - Advanced Echo Valvular Eval Learning Lab
Friday, May 29 | 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
Overwhelmed by the complexity of valvular evaluation in advanced echo in the emergency department, wards, or ICU setting? This “off the hinges” valve learning lab will give you knowledge you can take with you and put into immediate use to evaluate patients with shortness of breath and abnormal vital signs.
Evaluation of aortic stenosis, pulmonary artery systolic pressures, and mitral/tricuspid inflow velocities in tamponade will all be practiced. A preceding didactic will pair with this learning lab.
No Pain, All the Gain! Nerve Blocks to Tame Torso and Hip Pain
Friday, May 29 | 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
Interested in improving outcomes in patients with multiple rib fractures? Have you heard the buzz that nerve blocks for hip and pelvic fractures produce better outcomes? This hands-on lab is for you!
Using high-quality tissue simulators, participants will practice a variety of truncal blocks for rib fractures and blocks for hip/pelvic fractures, getting invaluable, hands-on experience!
No Pain, All the Gain! Nerve Blocks for Extremity Pain
Friday, May 29 | 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Want to start doing nerve blocks but don’t have much experience? This hands-on lab is for you!
Nerve blocks for extremity pain are a great lower-risk introduction to the amazing world of ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia. Using high-quality tissue simulators, participants will practice a variety of upper and lower extremity blocks, getting invaluable, hands-on experience!
VExUS - Move Beyond the Status Quo in Evaluation of the Critically Ill
Friday, May 29 | 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Not sure if you should diurese or give fluids to your critically ill patient with acute kidney injury? Take your volume status evaluation to the VExUS level! This learning lab will cover scanning mechanics of the VExUS protocol and tips and tricks on obtaining the optimal views/waveforms with a focus on the most high-yield and feasible clinical integration of VExUS in time-critical settings.
Pediatric Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Hands-On Scanning Workshop
Saturday, May 30 | 3:00 pm–4:30 pm
"Children are not just Little Adults." This hands-on workshop will provide participants with the opportunity to scan both skeletally immature and mature models to explore the normal pediatric musculoskeletal sonoanatomy. Led by expert faculty from pediatric radiology and adult musculoskeletal medicine, attendees will rotate through small-group scanning stations to gain experience and feedback. The session will emphasize the anatomical differences between pediatric and adult patients, helping clinicians recognize normal developmental variations and avoid misdiagnosing pathology.