Basic competencies in obstetric-gynecological ultrasound have shifted from being a merit to becoming a requirement for the current practice of the specialty. The general specialist needs to incorporate specific knowledge and skills. In this course, the acquisition of knowledge is achieved through a methodology based on the extensive use of images, enabling the student to detect abnormalities and manage pathology with clear algorithms for diagnosing and handling the most common obstetric and gynecological conditions. On the other hand, skill acquisition is ensured through simulation sessions and live workshops. This course allows students to acquire both components, knowledge and skills, in the most integrated and efficient way possible, ensuring direct transferability to clinical practice.
This course will help the specialist in Gynecology and Obstetrics to work in collaboration with other experts, with the goal of making early and accurate diagnoses, as well as improving women’s reproductive health.
Language: Spanish 
Target Audience
Specialists in Obstetrics and Gynecology or Radiology who would like to receive high-level training and update in obstetrical and gynecological ultrasound.
Course Date: Coming soon.
Duration: 6 months.
Number of Available Spots: 30 spots available.
Organization: Fetal Medicine Barcelona.
Academic Directors: Eduard Gratacós and Francesc Figueras
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Objective:
To acquire practical and operational knowledge for performing basic obstetric and gynecological ultrasounds.
Online Theoretical Modules with Evaluation:
The academic program of the Specialisation Course in Obstetric and Gynecological Ultrasound includes 4 theoretical modules that cover almost all aspects of obstetric and gynecological ultrasound, offering advanced training through theoretical classes and an interactive platform. Each module allows online viewing of videos containing theoretical content. These modules will last for five weeks and will be conducted sequentially. The theoretical evaluation is conducted online, after the Masterclass session, once all students’ queries have been addressed. The examination will consist of a multiple-choice test, which may include images and videos, scheduled on specific dates. To pass the exam, students must achieve a minimum score of 70/100.
Masterclass:
Masterclasses will be conducted via the Zoom platform, where students can directly ask questions to the instructors in real-time. These sessions will be recorded and made available to the students.
Workshops and On-Site Sessions at Fetal Medicine Barcelona:
Live hands-on sessions and simulation activities using the Volutracer-OPUS system.
*(The OPUS volume library is provided by FMB, upgradable with local cases that will be incorporated into the FMB library).
The Specialisation Course e in Obstetric and Gynecological Ultrasound consists of a theoretical-practical component and the resolution of clinical case doubts in Masterclass sessions. All of this is conducted through the Virtual Campus of Fetal Medicine Barcelona, combining online theory with practical components and the resolution of clinical cases in Masterclass streamings.
The course structure is formed by a faculty of top experts in the field who are the regular teaching staff of Fetal Medicine Barcelona, ensuring that this course will offer solid and comprehensive training through a rigorous and predominantly practical academic program.
The course is directed by Dr. Eduard Gratacós and Dr. Francesc Figueras.
To obtain the certificate, it is essential to pass all modules with a minimum score of 70/100.
Each module will consist of the following sections:
The most outstanding features of the course are:
The course is developed in 30 online classes and 4 Masterclasses in streaming, presented by experts in obstetric and gynecological ultrasound with a special emphasis on evidence-based medicine, multidisciplinary and multiprofessional work to achieve the common goal of woman-centered care.
The course is divided into 4 modules that include the following fields of maternal and obstetric medicine:
Module 1 – Early Pregnancy Ultrasound
Module 2 – Fetal Morphological Ultrasound
Module 3 – Non-Morphological Pregnancy Ultrasound
Module 4 – Gynecological Ultrasound
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Participants receive a certificate of recognition issued by Fetal i+D Education Barcelona and Fetal Medicine Barcelona. Additionally, they will also receive a diploma awarded by IL3, Institute for Continuing Education (IL3) at the University of Barcelona.
To validate the studies, specific procedures are required to verify the issuing institution’s existence, the pursued studies, and the obtained degrees and grades.
Note: This verification process is only applicable to individuals who have already been selected for the course. Complete information on this aspect will be provided to selected students.
Required Documentation Based on Origin:
1) Students with university studies completed in Spain:
– Simple copy of ID/Passport.
– Simple copy of the official university degree in Medicine and Surgery.
– Completed and signed self-declaration attesting to document accuracy.
2) Students with university studies completed outside of Spain:
– Option 1:
– Simple copy of ID/Passport.
– Simple copy of the degree in Medicine and Surgery homologated in Spain.
– Completed and signed self-declaration attesting to document accuracy.
– Option 2:
– Simple copy of ID/Passport.
– Simple copy of the official university degree.
– Simple copy of the academic record (including official duration, curriculum, subjects studied, workload or credits, and grades).
– Authorization request for foreign degree completed and signed by the applicant.
– Completed and signed self-declaration attesting to document accuracy. If documents are not in Catalan, Spanish, English, Italian, French, or Portuguese, an official translation into Catalan or Spanish must accompany them.
Requirements for Official Translations:
Official translations can be performed by:
Documents to Download If Selected:
These documents must be sent by courier to the following address before the course starts:
Medicina Fetal Barcelona
Av. Diagonal 361, Principal Segunda
08037 – Barcelona, Spain
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Direction
Eduard Gratacós
Director of BCNatal (Hospital Clínic Barcelona and Hospital Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona), and full Professor at the University of Barcelona.
Expert in Fetal Medicine and Fetal Surgery, he has participated in the design of new techniques and procedures, and has performed over 1800 fetal interventions.
Editor-in-Chief of Fetal Diagnosis & Therapy journal.
Coordinator of more than 150 onsite and online courses, postgraduate and master’s degrees, and the Erasmus Mundus international doctorate for the European Commission.
Coordinator of >60 national and international research projects, director of 39 doctoral theses, and author of more than 485 articles published in indexed journal with an impact factor.
Francesc Figueras
Head of the Department of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at Hospital Clinic (Barcelona) and Full Professor of the University of Barcelona.
Master’s Degree in Research Methodology for Health Sciences by the Autonomous University of Barcelona.
Postgraduate degree in Public Health by the University of Edinburgh.
Research lines in Fetal Growth Restriction and Preeclampsia: author of ~260 articles in indexed journals (~760 Impact Factor). h-Factor 59. Author of 15 book chapters, and Editor of 6 published books.
Invited speaker to more than 200 international congresses and conferences.
Director of 14 PhD Thesis Projects.
Principal Investigator of 10 public-funded competitive research projects.
