Universal Seminars offers innovative introductory seminars that will introduce you to both the physics of ultrasonography and specifically its application to the podiatric medical and surgical practice.

By the end of the session, you will be familiar with both the technical skills to perform an ultrasound scan and the ability to interpret the images.

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Course Descriptions

Advanced technology in digital based ultrasound equipment has progressed to the point where podiatrists can now afford the technology of diagnostic ultrasound scans in private practice. Diagnostic Ultrasound is rapidly becoming a first choice imaging modality for soft tissue pathology of the musculoskeletal system. Diagnostic ultrasound has several advantages over MRI in the extremities. From a cost containment perspective it is more affordable and can provide real-time dynamic imaging information that MRI cannot.

Since Diagnostic Ultrasound is a quick and gentle procedure, patients may be scanned in the acute inflammatory phase of their injury without discomfort. Also, the non-invasive nature of the exam and absence of radiation is preferred by most patients. This innovative seminar will introduce you to both the physics of ultrasonography and specifically its application to the podiatric medical practice. By the end of this introductory session, you will find yourself familiar with both the technical skills to perform an ultrasound scan and the ability to interpret the image.

Instructors
John Cozzarelli, DPM, is CEO of the Podiatry Associates of Belleville, New Jersey. He is a graduate of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and is Board Certified in Foot Surgery as well as Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dr. Cozzarelli has published several articles in major publications.

Dr. Thapar is currently in private practice in South Plainfield, New Jersey. She received her doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2001. She also has a degree in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, with a minor in physics. She was also honored with the JT Tai Foundation Scholarship Award. Dr. Thapar received her ultrasound training at the Ultrasound Diagnostic School in Iselin, New Jersey, earning a degree in Medical Sonography and Diagnosis.

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