PAH FoCUS ICU Course

Focused Cardiac Ultrasound (FoCUS)

Focused Cardiac Ultrasound (FoCUS) is an essential skill for clinicians managing the critically ill. This two-day intensive course equips you with the knowledge and hands-on experience to confidently perform and interpret bedside cardiac ultrasound in time-critical situations.

What you'll learn

• Acquire the five standard FoCUS views (PLAX, PSAX, A4C, Subcostal, IVC)
• Assess left ventricular size and function
• Evaluate right ventricular size, function, and signs of strain
• Recognise pericardial effusion and tamponade physiology
• Identify FoCUS findings suggestive of pulmonary embolism
• Understand image optimisation and common pitfalls
• Integrate findings into clinical decision-making

Who should attend

This course is designed for:

• ICU registrars and trainees
• Intensive care consultants
• Anaesthetists and anaesthetic trainees
• Emergency physicians
• Acute care clinicians seeking FoCUS competency

No prior cardiac ultrasound experience is required.

Course Format

With a maximum of 12 participants and a 3:1 participant-to-faculty ratio, this course prioritises hands-on learning. Focused didactic sessions are paired with extensive supervised scanning practice on live models, ensuring you leave with practical skills ready for clinical application.

CICM Accreditation

This course is CICM-certified and fulfils the training requirements for FoCUS credentialing under the CICM training program.