Advanced Studies Certificate in Endocrinology: The Thyroid Gland

Joint training with experts from the Bastia Hospital covering clinical practice and thyroid ultrasound, including advanced diagnosis and ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration techniques.

Learning objectives

Master thyroid anatomy and physiology
Diagnose common thyroid pathologies
Acquire the basic principles of thyroid ultrasound
Master advanced techniques (Doppler, elastography)
Identify nodules and risk criteria
Acquire skills in ultrasound-guided thyroid fine-needle aspiration
Manage complications and ethical considerations

Detailed program

Session 1: Anatomy and physiology of the thyroid gland
Session 1: Thyroid pathologies (hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, goiter, thyroiditis)
Session 1: Basic principles of thyroid ultrasound
Session 1: Practical workshops on mannequins
Session 1: Advanced techniques (Doppler, elastography)
Session 1: Nodule identification and risk criteria
Session 1: Clinical cases and image review
Session 2: Principles of ultrasound-guided thyroid fine-needle aspiration
Session 2: Indications and theoretical techniques
Session 2: Practical aspiration workshops
Session 2: Complication management
Session 2: Patient communication
Session 2: Assessed practical examinations

Target audience

General practitioners
Specialist physicians

Information

Duration: 4 days (2 sessions of 2 days each)
Level: All levels
Format: In-person
Category: Endocrinology

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