GLOBAL ULTRASOUND INSTITUTE
Point-Of-Care Ultrasound Education in France
Our Team
Global Ultrasound Institute is committed to advancing Point of Care Ultrasound in France. Our software and training programs empower clinicians to make fast, informed decisions that improve patient outcomes in diverse clinical environments.
We provide training for everyone from individual practitioners, all the way up to large medical school training cohorts. Tailored training to meet your learning needs, with expert clinician oversight, and a clear path to clearer, better patient outcomes.

Our Training Solutions

In-Person Workshops
Our in-person workshops in France are immersive, hands-on training experiences designed to build confidence and competence in Point-of-Care Ultrasound.
Our workshops include:
- Ultrasound Basics
- Scanning Techniques
- Interpretation Skill Development
- Multiple Guided Scanning Sessions
- Basic Troubleshooting and Presets
- Painpoints and Pitfalls
- 1-day or 2-day Workshops
- Specialized Guided Scanning Practice

New workshops will appear here.
Interested in our workshops? Send us an email or contact us to be the first to know when a workshop will be held near you.
Online Courses
Our online courses provide structured, self-paced ultrasound education accessible from anywhere in France and beyond. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.
Our online courses include:
- POCUS Essentials
- Liver Essentials
- Peripheral Nerve Essentials
- MSK Essentials
- OB Essentials
- Pediatric Essentials
- Nursing Essentials
- Physical Therapy Essentials
- more to come

Peripheral Nerve Block POCUS Essentials Course
From: $164 / year
From: $164 / year

Musculoskeletal POCUS Essentials Course

From: $164 / year
From: $164 / year

Obstetric POCUS Essentials Course

From: $164 / year
From: $164 / year

Virtual Fellowships
The GUSI POCUS virtual Fellowship revolutionizes ultrasound training as the world’s first completely virtual program combining comprehensive online learning with groundbreaking real-time tele-ultrasound mentorship.
Unlike traditional fellowships requiring hospital rotations and travel, our innovative approach lets you master point-of-care ultrasound from anywhere – home, office, or clinical setting.
With flexible 6 or 12-month programs requiring less than 4 hours monthly, fellowship members receive personalized 1:1 coaching from expert POCUS educators who guide you through live scanning sessions, provide immediate feedback


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Whether you're seeking individual certification or planning institutional implementation, our team is here to guide your POCUS success.
As a [Specialty] clinician, POCUS has completely changed how I practice. GUSI’s training gave me the confidence to make faster, more accurate decisions for my patients.

JONATHAN DOE
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Curso Práctico de Ecocardiografía
El Curso Práctico de Ecocardiografía está diseñado para médicos no cardiólogos que desean adquirir una base sólida y aplicable de ecocardiografía clínica. El enfoque es eminentemente práctico, con protocolos de ecografía cardíaca, prácticas supervisadas por expertos y trabajo con modelos en vivo, con equipo de ultrasonido proporcionado durante el curso.
Además, se ha solicitado certificación ACSA, e incluye catering y acceso a una plataforma de aprendizaje en línea para reforzar el contenido 2 semanas antes del curso y continuar el aprendizaje hasta 3 meses después.
Ubicación
Madrid, España — C/ Mahonia 2, Edificio Pórtico
Notas importantes
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Curso enfocado en ecocardiografía clínica para médicos no cardiólogos.
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Equipo de ultrasonido y modelos en vivo incluidos para práctica.
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Acceso a plataforma online: 2 semanas antes y 3 meses después del curso.
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Certificación ACSA solicitada (según el flyer).
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Catering incluido.
Registro e información:
Para registro e información, contactar con: [email protected] | +34 605 80 49 58

Ecografía MSK para Atención Primaria
Ecografía MSK para Atención Primaria es un curso diseñado para profesionales de Atención Primaria que buscan iniciarse o reforzar su base en ecografía musculoesquelética (MSK) con un enfoque totalmente práctico. La formación se estructura para maximizar el tiempo de exploración real: primero, el alumno accede a vídeos teóricos previos en la plataforma online; después, el curso continúa con un entrenamiento presencial 100% práctico.
Cada bloque se organiza con una demostración breve por parte del docente, seguida de práctica intensiva por los alumnos y, al final de cada sesión, discusión de casos clínicos reales para consolidar el aprendizaje y conectar la técnica con la toma de decisiones en la práctica diaria.
Al finalizar el curso, el participante se llevará herramientas para realizar exploraciones MSK reproducibles y orientadas a la clínica, mayor seguridad en la interpretación básica, y una aplicación inmediata en consulta, con un enfoque realista adaptado a las necesidades habituales de Atención Primaria.
Registro e información:
Para registro e información, contactar con: [email protected] | +34 605 80 49 58

GUSI–OHSU MSK Ultrasound for Primary Care
This intensive two-day, in-person course is designed for Primary Care clinicians seeking to strengthen both diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound skills and ultrasound-guided injection techniques through hands-on, faculty-guided training.
Day 1 focuses on practical scanning of core MSK examinations, with direct instruction and real-time feedback from expert faculty to help participants refine image acquisition and interpretation.
Day 2 provides a unique cadaver-based learning experience, allowing participants to practice ultrasound-guided injections with true anatomical correlation—bridging the gap between imaging and procedural application.
Course Details
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Location: OHSU Auditorium, 3286 Research Road, Portland, OR 97239
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Dates: June 6–7, 2026
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Format: In-person, hands-on with cadaver-based training
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Instruction Time: 15–16 hours over two days
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CME: CME-eligible
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Bonus: Access to GUSI’s online MSK Essentials course included
Important Notes
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Free parking provided during the weekend
This course offers a rare opportunity to gain high-impact MSK ultrasound training in a supportive, small-group environment, combining expert instruction, hands-on practice, and real-world procedural experience.
Participants can earn up to 25 total CME credits—15–16 CME from the in-person course plus an additional 10 CME upon completing the included online MSK course after registration.

POCUS Addominale in Medicina Generale: dall’ipotesi clinica alla decisione
Questo corso beginner-level è progettato per fornire al Medico di Medicina Generale le competenze fondamentali per integrare l’ecografia point-of-care (POCUS) nella valutazione dell’addome superiore e inferiore, inclusa la valutazione dell’aorta addominale.
I partecipanti apprenderanno un approccio ecografico sistematico, riproducibile e orientato ai principali quesiti clinici dell’ambulatorio territoriale. Il programma combina contenuti teorici ad alta rilevanza clinica con ampio spazio dedicato alla pratica guidata, consentendo di sviluppare sicurezza nell’esecuzione dell’esame e nell’interpretazione dei reperti.
Particolare attenzione sarà rivolta a:
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riconoscimento dei reperti ecografici normali
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identificazione dei principali red flags
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integrazione dell’esame ecografico nel ragionamento clinico
L’obiettivo del corso è migliorare appropriatezza diagnostica, tempestività decisionale e continuità di cura, contribuendo a ridurre esami inutili e invii non necessari.
📌 Evento accreditato separatamente
🎓 Livello: Principiante

For Groups: Pediatric POCUS Essentials Course
The Pediatric POCUS Essentials course is specifically designed for healthcare professionals working with pediatric patients, offering 12 CME hours and an introduction to point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) for diagnosing common conditions in children. This course provides a clinically grounded approach, emphasizing key pediatric anatomical targets, probe positioning, and scanning techniques.
Clinicians will learn how to assess common pediatric issues such as respiratory distress, abdominal pain, trauma, and musculoskeletal injuries with ultrasound, ensuring they can make real-time, accurate diagnostic decisions.
Through structured modules and hands-on training, participants will gain the confidence to incorporate POCUS into their pediatric practice, improving patient care and clinical efficiency.

For Groups: Physical Therapy POCUS Essentials Course
The Physical Therapy POCUS Essentials course is designed for physical therapists who want to enhance their clinical practice with the use of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). This course offers a practical, hands-on approach to ultrasound-guided assessments of musculoskeletal injuries, helping clinicians make real-time decisions about patient care.
Participants will learn key anatomical landmarks, probe positioning, and scanning techniques to assess soft tissue injuries, joint conditions, and rehabilitation progress.
With a focus on integrating POCUS into daily physical therapy practice, this course ensures clinicians can confidently utilize ultrasound to improve patient outcomes and streamline treatment plans.

For Groups: Nursing POCUS Essentials Course
Our Nursing POCUS Essentials course is built for nurses ready to expand their clinical assessment skills with point-of-care ultrasound. This course provides a foundational, hands-on approach to integrating ultrasound into routine nursing care across diverse clinical settings.
Learners will gain confidence using ultrasound to evaluate cardiac, pulmonary, abdominal, and vascular conditions at the bedside. Key concepts include image acquisition, interpretation basics, and workflow integration—all tailored to the nursing role.
Content is structured around common nursing scenarios and patient presentations, equipping participants with tools to enhance triage, monitoring, and procedural support. Whether you’re new to ultrasound or looking to formalize your skills, this course is designed to meet you where you are.
By the end of the course, nurses will be able to use POCUS to support faster, safer decision-making and elevate the quality of patient care in real time.

For Groups: Peripheral Nerve Block POCUS Essentials Course
The Peripheral Nerve Block POCUS Course is designed for clinicians looking to expand their procedural capabilities using point-of-care ultrasound. This course delivers a focused, clinically relevant approach to ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve blocks for pain control and procedural support in both acute and outpatient settings.
Participants will learn to identify key anatomical landmarks, apply correct probe techniques, and implement safe, effective scanning strategies across high-yield blocks. Covered topics include upper and lower extremity blocks, truncal approaches, and region-specific techniques for real-time image-guided care.
The curriculum emphasizes image acquisition, anatomic precision, and risk-aware practice to help clinicians confidently incorporate nerve blocks into daily workflows.
Through concise modules and step-by-step instruction, learners build a strong foundation in both decision-making and technical performance—ready to apply ultrasound-guided blocks wherever patient care demands it.

POCUS Toracico e CUS: leggere i segni, guidare le scelte cliniche
Questo corso beginner-level è progettato per fornire al Medico di Medicina Generale le competenze di base nell’utilizzo dell’ecografia polmonare e della Compression Ultrasound (CUS) come strumenti di supporto alla valutazione clinica nel setting territoriale.
I partecipanti impareranno a riconoscere:
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artefatti ecografici
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pattern polmonari fondamentali
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segni chiave utili nella valutazione di dispnea, infezioni respiratorie e sospetto tromboembolico
Attraverso sessioni pratiche strutturate, verrà sviluppata una metodologia di esame rapida, affidabile e facilmente integrabile nella visita clinica quotidiana.
L’obiettivo del corso è aumentare la capacità di esclusione diagnostica, supportare decisioni cliniche tempestive e migliorare la sicurezza del paziente nel contesto della medicina territoriale.
📌 Evento accreditato separatamente
🎓 Livello: Principiante