First to Third Trimester Ultrasound Conference

Join us for our hybrid education course 'First to Third Trimester Ultrasound Conference' led by Chairs, Prof. Asma Khalil, Prof. Simon Meagher and A/Prof. Ligita Jokubkiene.

The hybrid course, 'First to Third Trimester Ultrasound Conference', led by Prof. Asma Khalil, Prof. Simon Meagher and A/Prof. Ligita Jokubkiene, promises to be highly insightful. Participants can gain valuable knowledge about the applications and significance of ultrasound in all trimesters.

This course will offer a comprehensive experience, allwoing for engagement with faculty in live demonstrations of fetal heart, fetal brain, and gynaecological scanning techniques, participating in case study discussions and expert panels to reinforce learning and gain insights from meet-the-expert sessions for practical application of ultrasound techniques in clinical practice.

Why attend?

Attending this conference offers delegates an unparalleled opportunity to learn from a diverse faculty of renowned experts, ensuring a wealth of perspectives and insights. The program provides an advanced overview of key topics, including comprehensive coverage of pregnancy and associated gynecological complications, making it highly relevant for healthcare professionals looking to enhance their expertise in this area. With live demonstrations included, attendees can gain practical, hands-on experience and witness cutting-edge techniques in action, making this conference an essential event for those committed to advancing their knowledge and skills in the field.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

Learn how to perform routine first-trimester and mid-trimester ultrasound scans, including fetal anatomy, brain, and cardiac assessments.
Identify and evaluate common fetal abnormalities, including anterior abdominal wall defects, skeletal dysplasias, and fetal brain malformations.
Utilize ultrasound for effective screening of genetic conditions, fetal cardiac defects, and neural tube abnormalities.
Apply Doppler assessment techniques to differentiate between low- and high-risk pregnancies.
Diagnose and manage complex obstetric conditions such as cesarean scar pregnancies, PAS, and life-threatening complications.
Conduct structured gynaecological scans and assess uterine, ovarian, and genitourinary abnormalities in pregnancy.
Engage in expert-led discussions, live demonstrations, and case studies to enhance diagnostic confidence and clinical decision-making.

Program

The program will be updated here shortly.

Delegates have a choice to attend this course virtually or on-site in Doha, Qatar. Delegates attending on-site will be provided with refreshments during the breaks and lunch. Following the course delegates on-site will have the exclusive opportunity to network with the on-site invited faculty and other delegates, light drinks and refreshments will be provided.

Delegates attending on-site will be invited to Doha, Qatar where the course will be held. You will recieve joining instructions will the full information.

Delegates attending via livestream will receive the web-link to attend the course virtually. You will recieve live-streaming joining instructions with the full information.

Qatar, a rapidly growing hub for business, culture, and technology, provides the perfect backdrop for networking and exploring cutting-edge ideas. With world-class facilities, a rich cultural heritage, and a forward-thinking agenda, the conference promises valuable insights, impactful discussions, and collaborative opportunities. Whether you're seeking to expand your knowledge, build connections, or explore potential partnerships, this event in Doha is an unmissable occasion for professionals looking to stay ahead in their field.

Registration

Date: Saturday 19th April 2025 and Sunday 20th April 2025

On-demand access available until 20th June 2025.

ISUOG offers discount to our members from countries with lower income, see the eligibility information below. Unfortunately for attending the course on-site, no discount is available. Registration for attending this course in-person at Doha will be limited and will be first come, first serve.

Attending an on-site course offices offers a comprehensive and immersive learning experience, combining expert instruction, hands-on training, and valuable networking opportunities to enhance the professional development of delegates in the field of ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology. Following the course delegates on-site have an exclusive opportunity to network with their peers and faculty. Light refreshments and alcoholic beveragements will be provided. Come along to Qatar and meet the esteemed faculty and your peers!

Trainees/residents and sonographers/radiographers

Proof of status: All trainees, residents, sonographers and radiographers will need to submit proof of their trainee, resident, sonographer or radiographer status by way of a letter from their Department or Institution. The letter must be in English and dated within the last 3 months. The document can be uploaded at the time of registering or sent by email to [email protected].

Sonographer definition: A sonographer is a non-physician medical imaging professional who performs diagnostic medical sonography, or diagnostic ultrasound.

Trainee/resident definition: A trainee is a medical professional who is not yet fully qualified or practicing without supervision within their chosen specialty and in accordance with the relevant national regulatory authorities; a resident is in residency training which leads to specially or subspecialty) certification.

Low resource country discount

ISUOG's mission is to disseminate the highest quality education to the broadest audience. To support this aim, we have ensured that attendees from low resource countries have the lowest registration fees.

Eligible countries: ISUOG's low resource country list can be viewed here. No other discounts can be used in conjunction with this rate

Middle income country discount

ISUOG's mission is to disseminate the highest quality education to the broadest audience. To support this aim, we have ensured that attendees from middle income countries have access to reduced registration fees.

Eligible countries: ISUOG has identified the following countries whose economies fall within the middle income category as defined by the World Bank. Delegates from these countries can qualify for the reduced middle income registration fees. Delegates from countries categorised as low resource (see Low resource country discount section below) can qualify for even greater discounts. No other discounts can be used in conjunction with this rate.

American Samoa

Argentina

Belarus

Brazil

China

Costa Rica

Dominican Republic

India

Indonesia

Iran

Kazakhstan

Malaysia

Mexico

Philippines

Serbia

South Africa

Thailand

Turkey

Turkmenistan

Membership entitlements

Non-members: All non-members registering for the course will receive ISUOG basic membership for 12 months, starting approximately the week after the live event. When registering, you will have the opportunity to pay and upgrade your basic membership if you wish, to include a 12-month subscription to the Journal Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology (UOG) either online (only) or hard copy print and online.

Please visit our membership page for more information about all ISUOG membership benefits.

Key Speakers

Prof. Simon Meagher (Australia) ISUOG Trustee

First trimester ultrasound: the past, the present and the future

Dr Simon Meagher is consultant sonologist at the Perinatal department, Mercy Hospital for Women, Melbourne. He also serves as Medical Director of Monash Ultrasound for Women where he oversees a team of 50 sonologists, sonographers, genetic counsellors, phlebotomists and administrative staff in delivering a tertiary level ultrasound service across south east Melbourne. Dr Meagher has dedicated 30 years of his term as Medical Director, teaching and lecturing in obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound both locally and overseas. He has delivered over 800 lectures, across 17 countries, and 43 cities worldwide. In 2015, he was awarded ‘Sonologist of The Year’ by the Australian society of Ultrasound in medicine (ASUM) in recognition of his teaching skills and his commitment to hands on training within the hospital setting at the Mercy Hospital for Women and for his commitment and contributions to ASUM.

His interest in clinical research has focussed on early pregnancy screening and diagnosis he has published over 100 articles in peer review journals, including 15 articles in the last 3 years focusing on first trimester pregnancy screening and diagnosis. Dr Meagher has described five original sonographic fetal markers during the first and second trimesters of pregnancy. He is now focusing his interest on aneuploidy and embryo development from seven to 10 weeks as we approach the dawn of a new era of genetic screening via free fetal DNA analysis.

Dr Meagher has taken on multiple leadership positions - early in his career as the Chair of the Standards of Practice Committee at ASUM, examiner and executive board member for the ASUM Diploma of diagnostic ultrasound and later as council member of ASUM. Thereafter he served as Chairman of the Victoria Obstetric Sonologists group and on several ISUOG Sub-Committees at the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetric and Gynaecological Ultrasound.

Country: Australia

Field: Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Specialties: Prenatal Diagnosis. First and Second Trimester Fetal anomaly screening. Aneuploidy screening and diagnosis. NIPT and prenatal Exome sequencing. Maternal and Fetal Doppler Ultrasound. Invasive Prenatal Procedures. Ultrasound and Infertility. Tubal Patency Testing.

Languages: English

Prof. Asma Khalil (UK) ISUOG Trustee, Honorary Treasurer

Executive Committee, Finance & Risk Committee, Courses Sub-Committee, Twins Special Interest Group, Doppler Special Interest Group

Prof. Asma Khalil is a Professor of Obstetrics and Maternal-Fetal Medicine at St George’s University Hospital (University of London). She is a subspecialist in Maternal and Fetal Medicine, specialising in scanning women and babies with complications in pregnancy. She is the lead for the Multiple Pregnancy service at St George’s Hospital, the referral unit for the South West London region, but also cares for women with low risk pregnancies.

Prof. Khalil gained her MD at the University of London in 2009 following two years’ research into pre-eclampsia (high blood pressure in pregnancy). She also has a Masters degree in Epidemiology from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine and an MRC scholarship. She has published more than 45 peer reviewed research papers in medical journals, and many review articles and book chapters. She has been awarded many research prizes, at both national and international meetings.

Her research interests include hypertensive disease in pregnancy, multiple pregnancy, and other complications of pregnancy.

You can follow her on twitter @ProfAsmaKhalil

Notable publications: She has published more than 45 peer reviewed research papers in medical journals, and many review articles and book chapters. Read more.

Country: UK

Field: Obstetrics; Fetal Medicine

Specialties: Fetal anomaly screening T1 & T2; fetal biometry and wellbeing; aneuploidies; fetal anomalies; fetal growth restriction; maternal and fetal Doppler; multiple pregnancy; preeclampsia; prenatal diagnosis; fetal therapy; interventional procedures during pregnancy.

Languages: English; Arabic

"I am committed to supporting ISUOG’s membership growth and providing educational opportunities in underrepresented regions of the world. I have contributed to the Society’s scientific program, speaking at their Intensive education courses and even running two Approved courses of my own, which have become popular in their own right. One of these courses takes place in Egypt, the other in the UK, where there is a shortage in opportunities for basic training in the field. Through these initiatives I have introduced more than 70 new members to the Society in the last year alone and strive to continue delivering ISUOG’s resources in areas where there is most in need."

A/Prof. Ligita Jokubkiene (Sweden) Courses Sub-Committee Chair

Country: Sweden

Field: Gynecology; Obstetrics

Specialties: 3D & 4D ultrasound; gynecological ultrasound; gynecological oncology; early pregnancy; reproductive medicine

Languages: English; Swedish; Russian

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