Arthrocentesis and Bursal Injection
Using anatomical models, this activity provides participants with the opportunity to learn and practice arthrocentesis and soft tissue injection techniques for the shoulder, knee, and hip.
The viewing of a prerequisite video is required prior to attending this activity.
Diagnosis-Driven Physical Examination of the Knee
Through a combination of interactive lectures and small-group practice sessions, learners will acquire a diagnosis-driven approach to confidently evaluate and manage common shoulder complaints in primary care.
The viewing of a prerequisite video is required prior to attending this activity.
Diagnosis-Driven Physical Examination of the Shoulder
Through a combination of interactive lectures and small-group practice sessions, learners will acquire a diagnosis-driven approach to confidently evaluate and manage common knee complaints in primary care.
The viewing of a prerequisite video is required prior to attending this activity and will be available closer to the meeting date.
Function-Focused Gait Assessment
This interactive workshop reinforces the clinician's recognition of gait impairments, provides go-to clinical quantitative exams, and strengthens documentation for longitudinal observations. Clinicians will identify the role of physical therapy to optimize the management of patients with gait impairment.
NEW! Hands-On Geriatrics: Practical Tools for Clinical Practice
This workshop provides practical strategies for addressing common challenges in the care of older patients. Participants will rotate through experiential stations to practice brief cognitive screenings, medication reconciliation, prognosis and goals-of-care discussions.
Incision and Drainage of Abscesses
Sharpen your procedural skills in this hands-on session focused on the evaluation and management of cutaneous abscesses in office and ambulatory care settings.
Mastering the Bedside Clinical Exam
Featuring faculty from the renowned Stanford 25 and the Society of Bedside Medicine, this interactive workshop offers practical strategies for crafting high-yield bedside teaching moments, applying a hypothesis-driven physical exam, and exploring emerging technology in your clinical practice. Participants will also learn how to strengthen the culture of bedside medicine at their home institution.
Skin Biopsy and Cryosurgery
Gain essential dermatologic procedure skills in this hands-on session designed for office-based practice. Participants will learn and practice various skin biopsy and lesion removal techniques.
The viewing of a prerequisite video is required prior to attending this activity.
Suturing Skills
Practice essential suturing techniques—using animal cadaver limbs models to guide you through proper wound evaluation, closure methods, and effective use of standard clinical tools.
Toenail Removal
Participants will learn the indications for toenail procedures and practice key techniques including digital nerve block, wedge resection, and ingrown toenail removal using realistic models and surgical instruments.
The viewing of a prerequisite video is required prior to attending this activity.
Ultrasound Alley
POCUS for Beginners
Participants will learn to operate ultrasound equipment, acquire high-quality images, and apply POCUS techniques to augment core physical exam skills. Focus areas include jugular venous distension, pulmonary evaluation, and pleural fluid assessment.
POCUS for DVT Diagnosis
Learn to confidently diagnose deep vein thrombosis using point-of-care ultrasound in this practical, skills-based workshop. Attendees will gain hands-on experience with compression techniques, Doppler waveform analysis, and the use of color Doppler—along with maneuvers like Valsalva to assess venous flow.
NEW! POCUS for LV Function
Learn fundamental cardiac ultrasound techniques for evaluating left ventricular (LV) systolic function in this hands-on session. Serving as a bridge between POCUS for Beginners and ACP's Point of Care Ultrasound: Foundational Skills, the course combines a brief didactic, hands-on scanning, and image review. Participants will practice acquiring parasternal long and short axis views, visually assessing LV systolic function, and applying methods such as E-point septal separation. By the end, learners will be prepared to perform focused LV systolic function assessments and advance within ACP's comprehensive POCUS curriculum.
Ultrasound-Guided Lumbar Puncture
Watch a live demonstration of proper lumbar puncture technique and then practice the procedure on high-fidelity simulation models. Expert faculty will provide feedback and discuss pre- and post-procedure protocol.
Ultrasound-Guided Paracentesis
Participants will learn to identify normal ultrasound anatomy of the pleural and peritoneal spaces, apply sonographic techniques to locate intra-abdominal fluid collections, and practice real-time ultrasound-guided needle insertion into the peritoneal cavity for safe and effective fluid drainage.
Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral IV Placement
This hands-on learning activity is designed to teach the principles and techniques of ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous (IV) catheter placement, including indications/contraindications, proper intravenous catheter selection, and procedural skills practice on a model.
Ultrasound-Guided Thoracentesis
Participants will learn to identify normal ultrasound anatomy of the pleural and peritoneal spaces, develop techniques to detect fluid collections using real-time ultrasonography, and accurately guide a needle into pleural effusions for diagnostic or therapeutic drainage.
Ultrasound Portfolio Review
Designed for participants of prior ultrasound workshops, this session offers the opportunity to review your saved images and receive personalized mentorship focused on improving image quality and interpretation.