Faculty Development Workshop

MSK POCUS for Emergency Medicine

A focused, hands-on musculoskeletal ultrasound course designed for staff emergency physicians. High-yield. Practical. Immediately applicable.

June 21, 2026 Montreal Limited to 14 Royal College CPD
1
Full Day Intensive
2:1
Participant-to-Instructor
14
Maximum Participants
$100
Course Fee
Built for the ED, not the textbook

Musculoskeletal complaints are a significant part of emergency medicine practice, yet many physicians have had limited exposure to focused MSK POCUS applications directly relevant to real-time clinical decision-making.

Existing courses are often too broad, too time-intensive, or designed for radiology or sports medicine contexts.

This workshop is different. It is designed specifically for emergency physicians, with a focus on high-yield applications, practical workflows, and procedural integration — skills you can use immediately on shift.

ED-Specific Focus

Content limited to high-yield applications relevant to emergency medicine practice. No unnecessary breadth.

Hands-On Training

Small-group format with live models for scanning and simulation models for procedures. Learn by doing.

Immediate Translation

Structured to support same-week implementation. Walk out ready to scan.

What you will learn
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
01

Focused Shoulder Assessment

Perform a simplified ED-approach shoulder ultrasound assessment efficiently and accurately.

02

Rotator Cuff Pathology

Identify key findings in rotator cuff pathology and calcific tendinopathy at the bedside.

03

Joint Effusions

Use POCUS to assess joint effusions across elbow, knee, and ankle presentations.

04

Achilles Assessment

Evaluate the Achilles tendon for clinically relevant pathology using point-of-care ultrasound.

05

Guided Procedures

Perform selected ultrasound-guided MSK procedures and regional nerve blocks.

06

Clinical Integration

Integrate MSK POCUS findings into clinical decision-making workflows at the bedside.

A full day of focused learning
08:00 — 16:30  |  Hands-on throughout
Morning Session

Foundations & Shoulder Focus

MSK ultrasound fundamentals
Simplified shoulder scanning approach
Shoulder dislocation assessment
Rotator cuff pathology
Calcific tendinopathy
Ultrasound-guided hematoma block
Ultrasound-guided injections for frozen shoulder
Afternoon Session

Procedures & Advanced Applications

Regional nerve blocks (ED-focused)
Joint effusions: elbow, knee, ankle
Achilles tendon assessment
Clinical integration and decision-making
Learn from experienced educators
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Dr. Yael Abramov-Iram

Course Director & Lead Instructor

Emergency Physician at Sheba Medical Center. POCUS educator with a focus on clinical integration of ultrasound into real-time decision-making. Her work centers on developing practical, high-yield ultrasound education for emergency physicians.

POCUS Fellowship, McGill Med Ed Fellowship, McGill CPOCUS Master Instructor
Co-Directors

Dr. Joël Turner

Chief of Emergency Medicine, Jewish General Hospital

POCUS specialist and early leader in the development and integration of emergency ultrasound in Canada.

Dr. Paul Brisebois

Emergency Physician, McGill University

POCUS leader at McGill with a focus on ultrasound education and clinical integration.

All faculty are advanced ultrasound instructors with extensive experience in bedside teaching and procedural ultrasound.

Learning doesn't end at 16:30
Participants receive structured resources for in-course and post-course use.

Course Materials

Step-by-step scanning approaches
Probe positioning & image acquisition guidance
Key sonographic findings for each application
Practical clinical integration tips

Post-Course Support

Direct communication for case-based questions
Feedback on real clinical scans
Ongoing implementation support
Designed for early clinical adoption
Everything you need to know
Date June 21, 2026
Time 08:00 – 16:30
Location Montreal
Participants Limited to 14
Accreditation Royal College (FRCP) CPD
CCFP Status Pending
What to wear Comfortable clothing for scanning

Registration & Cancellation

Full refund available for cancellations up to April 30, 2026.

After this date, registration fees are non-refundable.

Registration closes May 9, 2026.

Included in your registration

Full-day instruction
Hands-on training with live models & simulation
Course materials & learning resources
Meals and refreshments
$100

Full-day course, all materials included

Frequently asked questions
Is this course suitable for beginners?+

Yes. It is designed for staff physicians with limited MSK POCUS experience, as well as those looking to refine their skills.

Is this course for residents?+

No. This is a faculty development course for practicing physicians.

Do I need prior MSK ultrasound training?+

No prior MSK training is required.

Will this cover comprehensive MSK ultrasound?+

No. The course is focused on high-yield, ED-relevant applications, not comprehensive examinations.

Is the course accredited?+

This course is accredited for Royal College (FRCP) CPD credits. CCFP accreditation is currently pending.

What should I wear?+

Comfortable clothing suitable for hands-on scanning.

Reserve your spot

Only 14 spots available. Small-group format ensures hands-on teaching quality.

Register & Pay — $100
Royal College CPD Accredited