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Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Workshop

Master the ultrasound skills that influence real-time clinical decisions. Through intensive hands-on scanning, live demonstrations, and expert guidance, gain practical confidence in cardiac, lung, gastric, vascular, airway, and trauma POCUS.

FORMAT

Focused Small-Group Training

type

Simulator Training

teaching

Top Experts

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FORMAT

Focused Small-Group Training

type

Simulator Training

teaching

Top Experts

Workshop Agenda

Comprehensive program designed for maximum learning impact

$2,095

Earlybird rate

Register
Registration and Breakfast
Welcome and Introduction
Gastric Ultrasound
Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
FAST
Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
Coffee Break
Introduction to Airway
Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
Lung Exam
Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
Lunch Break
DVT
Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
Standard Cardiac Views (FATE) and IVC Imaging
Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
Coffee Break
FEEL Protocol
Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
FATE Clinical Cases
Registration and Breakfast
Review of Previous Day: Gastric, Airway, FAST, Lung & DVT
Interactive Q&A
Hands-on Scanning: Gastric, FAST, Lung & DVT
Coffee Break
Global Ventricular Function, EF, TAPSE & MAPSE
Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
Interactive Q&A on Cardiac FATE
Upcoming POCUS Topics (VExUS)

$2,095

Earlybird rate

Register

Future POCUS Workshops

Take advantage of early bird pricing by booking early. Otherwise, the standard rate applies starting one month before the course. Registration includes course materials & light refreshment. Please note that the price does not cover accommodation.

Date

Event

Location

Duration

Price

2026

Jul

11-12

Point Of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Workshop
Toronto, Canada, Jul 11-12
Register  - US$2,195 Agenda PDF

Toronto, Canada

2 Days

US$2,195

View CME Details

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine and NYSORA. Postgraduate Institute for Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Physician Continuing Medical Education
The Postgraduate Institute for Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 13 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Continuing Nursing Education​
The maximum number of ANCC Nursing credit hours awarded for this Continuing Nursing Education activity is 13 contact hours. Pharmacotherapy contact hours for Advance Practice Registered Nurses will be designated on your certificate.

Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest
Postgraduate Institute for Medicine (PIM) requires faculty, planners, and others in control of educational content to disclose all their financial relationships with ineligible companies. All identified financial relationships are thoroughly vetted and mitigated according to PIM policy.  PIM is committed to providing its learners with high quality accredited continuing education activities and related materials that promote improvements or quality in healthcare and not a specific proprietary business interest of an ineligible company.

Schedule
Day 1
  • Registration and Breakfast
  • Welcome and Introduction
  • Gastric Ultrasound

  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • FAST
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • Coffee Break
  • Introduction to Airway
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • Lung Exam
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • Lunch Break
  • DVT
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • Standard Cardiac Views (FATE) and IVC Imaging
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • Coffee Break
  • FEEL Protocol
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • FATE Clinical Cases
Day 2
  • Registration and Breakfast
  • Review of Previous Day: Gastric, Airway, FAST, Lung & DVT
  • Interactive Q&A
  • Hands-on Scanning: Gastric, FAST, Lung & DVT
  • Coffee Break
  • Global Ventricular Function, EF, TAPSE & MAPSE
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • Interactive Q&A on Cardiac FATE
  • Upcoming POCUS Topics (VExUS)
Course Highlights
  • Extensive Hands-On Ultrasound Training
    The workshop is designed around practical scanning experience, with participants spending significant time performing ultrasound examinations in small groups under expert faculty supervision.
  • Essential POCUS Applications for Acute Care
    Learn how to perform the most clinically relevant ultrasound exams, including vascular access, DVT assessment, lung ultrasound, trauma evaluation (eFAST), gastric ultrasound, and focused cardiac imaging.
  • Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Access
    Develop practical skills in ultrasound-guided peripheral, arterial, and central venous access, improving accuracy, safety, and procedural success in everyday clinical practice.
  • Focused Cardiac and Lung Ultrasound Skills
    Build confidence performing bedside cardiopulmonary ultrasound, including evaluation of ventricular function, lung pathology, and hemodynamic assessment.
  • Practical Integration of POCUS into Clinical Practice
    Learn how to incorporate ultrasound into routine patient assessment, procedural guidance, and rapid bedside decision-making through expert demonstrations and real-world clinical insights.

Dec

05-06

Point Of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Workshop
New York, USA, Dec 05-06
Register  - $2,095
(Early bird) Agenda PDF

New York, USA

2 Days

Early bird

$2,095

View CME Details

The course will be accredited with AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ . Further information coming shortly.

Schedule
Day 1
  • Registration and Breakfast
  • Welcome and Introduction
  • Gastric Ultrasound
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • FAST
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • Coffee Break
  • Introduction to Airway
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • Lung Exam
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • Lunch Break
  • DVT
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • Standard Cardiac Views (FATE) and IVC Imaging
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • Coffee Break
  • FEEL Protocol
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • FATE Clinical Cases
Day 2
  • Registration and Breakfast
  • Review of Previous Day: Gastric, Airway, FAST, Lung & DVT
  • Interactive Q&A
  • Hands-on Scanning: Gastric, FAST, Lung & DVT
  • Coffee Break
  • Global Ventricular Function, EF, TAPSE & MAPSE
  • Demonstration & Hands-on Scanning
  • Interactive Q&A on Cardiac FATE
  • Upcoming POCUS Topics (VExUS)
Course Highlights
  • Extensive Hands-On Ultrasound Training
    The workshop is built around practical skill development, with the majority of the program dedicated to hands-on scanning sessions. Participants practice core POCUS examinations on live models in small groups with expert faculty guidance, ensuring immediate feedback and skill refinement.
  • Core POCUS Applications for Daily Clinical Practice
    Gain practical experience with the most clinically relevant ultrasound exams, including gastric ultrasound, FAST exam, lung ultrasound, airway assessment, DVT evaluation, and focused cardiac imaging.
  • Focused Cardiac Ultrasound and Hemodynamic Assessment
    Develop the ability to obtain and interpret standard cardiac views using the FATE protocol, assess volume status with IVC imaging, and evaluate ventricular function using EF estimation, TAPSE, and MAPSE.
  • Learn–See–Practice Teaching Format
    Each topic begins with a concise lecture, followed by live demonstration and immediate hands-on scanning, reinforcing knowledge and accelerating skill acquisition.
  • Interactive Case Discussions and Clinical Integration
    Case-based sessions and interactive Q&A help participants integrate ultrasound findings into real-world clinical decision-making, improving diagnostic accuracy and bedside confidence.
Venue

Delta Hotels Toronto Mississauga

The conference will take place at Delta Hotels Toronto Mississauga, a modern and well-equipped venue located in the heart of Mississauga. Designed to accommodate professional meetings and educational events, the hotel offers state-of-the-art conference facilities, spacious meeting rooms, and a comfortable learning environment.

Conveniently situated just 17 km from Toronto Pearson International Airport, the venue is easily accessible for both domestic and international attendees. Its central location places guests within walking distance of Square One Shopping Centre, the Living Arts Centre, and a diverse selection of restaurants and cafés.

Delta Hotels Toronto Mississauga combines accessibility, comfort, and professional amenities, making it an ideal setting for a high-quality educational conference.

Delta Hotels Toronto Mississauga
Venue

Nysora USA Academy

An inspired setting with stunning views across the Hudson to NYC. A truly enviable location in Weehawken NJ. Please note that this venue is accessed via stairs. Our venues are carefully selected for location to major transport hubs, close proximity to the city and attractions, inspiring views, and first-rate equipment, for the best possible experience.

Arriving by Air: Newark Airport, 13 miles from the Academy. CLICK HERE for more info.

Arriving by car: Parking garage available within 5 minutes walk. CLICK HERE for more info.

Arriving by ferry: Located immediately next to the Lincoln Harbor ferry terminal, where ferries from Midtown Manhattan take 8 minutes. Please check the timetable HERE.

Bus: Buses to Lincoln Harbor from NYC in 15 minutes. CLICK HERE for more info.

Closest Hotel: The Sheraton Lincoln Harbor Hotel is located a 3-minute walk from the Academy. CLICK HERE to make a reservation.

NYSORA USA Academy
Why Clinicians Attend

A Workshop Designed Around Real Practice

Learn not only how to obtain ultrasound images, but how to use them to guide diagnosis, risk assessment, and patient management.

Secure Your Place

Small-Group Expert Instruction

Train in a highly interactive environment with direct access to experienced POCUS faculty and personalized guidance throughout the workshop.

High-Yield Ultrasound Protocols

Gain confidence with widely used protocols including FATE, FEEL, FAST, gastric ultrasound, lung ultrasound, and focused vascular assessment.

Hands-On Cardiac & Hemodynamic Assessment

Practice focused echocardiography, IVC assessment, ventricular function evaluation, and hemodynamic interpretation through guided scanning sessions.

Immediate Clinical Impact

Leave with practical skills you can apply immediately in the operating room, emergency department, intensive care unit, and acute care settings.

Hands-On Live Model Practice

Generous time for real-world skill development on live models and simulators under expert supervision.

Top Expert Faculty

Learn from Clinicians Who Use POCUS Every Day

"Ultrasound becomes truly valuable when it changes what you do for the patient in front of you."

What sets the faculty experience apart:

  • World-class educators with international teaching experience
  • Direct mentorship throughout lectures, demonstrations, and scanning sessions
  • Practical techniques developed through years of bedside application
  • Interactive discussions centered on real clinical scenarios
  • Immediate feedback during hands-on training
  • A strong focus on translating ultrasound findings into clinical action
Expertise

Our Faculty

Kris Abbas

Kris Abbas
MD

Assistant professor
McMaster University
Department of Anesthesia
St. Joseph’s Healthcare
50 Charlton St. E.
Hamilton, ON. L8N 4A6
Canada

Cameron Nishi

Cameron Nishi
MD, FRCPC

Staff Anesthesiologist
Director of Obstetrical Anesthesia
Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesia, McMaster University

Joshua Peachey

Joshua Peachey
MD

Associate Professor of Anesthesia, McMaster University
Fellowship-trained in Cardiac Anesthesiology and Perioperative Transesophageal Echocardiography

Andrés Merchán

Andrés Merchán
MD

Hamilton Health Sciences, McMaster University, and the University of Toronto

Complimentary Inclusion

3-Month NYSORA Apps Subscription

Your registration includes complimentary 3-month access to the POCUS and Anesthesia Assistant App, both available on Google Play and Apple Store.

Designed for fast, focused learning and regularly updated to reflect current clinical practice, making it an essential resource for every pain and anesthesia professional.

Review techniques and protocols anytime
Access step-by-step guidance in clinical settings
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Learning Objectives

In this class, you will be learning the following;

  • Extensive Hands-On Ultrasound Training
    The workshop is designed around practical scanning experience, with participants spending significant time performing ultrasound examinations in small groups under expert faculty supervision.
  • Essential POCUS Applications for Acute Care
    Learn how to perform the most clinically relevant ultrasound exams, including vascular access, DVT assessment, lung ultrasound, trauma evaluation (eFAST), gastric ultrasound, and focused cardiac imaging.
  • Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Access
    Develop practical skills in ultrasound-guided peripheral, arterial, and central venous access, improving accuracy, safety, and procedural success in everyday clinical practice.
  • Focused Cardiac and Lung Ultrasound Skills
    Build confidence performing bedside cardiopulmonary ultrasound, including evaluation of ventricular function, lung pathology, and hemodynamic assessment.
  • Practical Integration of POCUS into Clinical Practice
    Learn how to incorporate ultrasound into routine patient assessment, procedural guidance, and rapid bedside decision-making through expert demonstrations and real-world clinical insights.

Workshops Gallery

Discover the highlights from the NYSORA Workshops.

Upcoming NYSORA 
Workshops

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Point Of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Workshop

Point Of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Workshop

Toronto, Canada
Jul 11
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

New York, USA
Jul 25
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

New York, USA
Aug 22
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Leuven, Belgium
Sep 05
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

New York, USA
Sep 12
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

New York, USA
Oct 03
Pediatric Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Pediatric Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Leuven, Belgium
Oct 10
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Istanbul, Turkey
Oct 24
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

New York, USA
Oct 31
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Toronto, Canada
Nov 14
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

New York, USA
Nov 21
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Leuven, Belgium
Nov 28
Point Of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Workshop

Point Of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Workshop

New York, USA
Dec 05
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

New York, USA
Dec 12
Ultrasound in Interventional Pain Medicine Comprehensive Workshop (Plus CIPS Exam preparation Instructions)

Ultrasound in Interventional Pain Medicine Comprehensive Workshop (Plus CIPS Exam preparation Instructions)

Leuven, Belgium
Dec 12
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

New York, USA
Jan 30
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

New York, USA
Feb 27
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Boutique Workshop

New York, USA
Mar 20

Frequently Asked Questions

NYSORA Workshops are small-group, hands-on training programs focused on ultrasound-guided techniques in regional anesthesia, pain procedures, and POCUS.

Workshops are structured training courses that combine brief teaching with extensive hands-on practice using ultrasound machines, live models, and simulators.

Workshops are intentionally kept small to maximize ultrasound time and instructor interaction.

Exact group size is shown on each event page.

Workshops are led by experienced clinicians and educators with deep expertise in regional anesthesia, pain medicine, and ultrasound-guided techniques. Faculty composition varies by course and is listed on each workshop page.

No formal prerequisites are required for most workshops. Courses are designed to support a range of skill levels—from trainees building fundamentals to experienced clinicians refining ultrasound-guided techniques.

Inclusions vary by event, but typically include:
  • Access to the full educational program
  • Use of ultrasound equipment, models, and training materials (for workshops)
  • Course resources and supporting materials
  • Lunch and breaks (when specified)
  • Access to digital learning tools such as the NYSORA POCUS App and NYSORA Anesthesia Assistant App

Ultrasound machines and training materials are provided. It’s recommended to bring:
  • Comfortable attire
  • A notebook
  • An optional tablet or laptop for accessing digital resources

Cancellations must be submitted in writing to [email protected]. The general policy is:
  • More than 30 days before the event: 50% refund
  • Within 30 days of the event: No refund
Rescheduling may be possible depending on availability but is not guaranteed. Always review the specific event page for the most accurate policy.