ECOSIM: Ultrasound training

Clinical ultrasound is a fundamental tool in clinical practice, as it provides highly valuable information for patient diagnosis and treatment. A training itinerary in clinical ultrasound, with simulation, facilitates the acquisition of skills and knowledge quickly and safely.

With this program from the Simulation Centre, we offer you a complete experience to master ultrasound and related techniques. The theoretical training is carried out online with capsules recorded by our teachers, and covers essential areas such as:

•   Basic principles of ultrasound
•   Abdominal module
•   Pulmonary module
•   Vascular module
•   Ultrasound protocols

The practical part of the program is carried out in two blocks with small groups. In these sessions, you will work at three stations and start each workshop with a brief review of the theory. Then, you will be able to put into practice what you have learned with ultrasound equipment, the Vimedix 2.0 simulator, and real clinical cases.

You will also have time for free practice with the simulator, to consolidate your knowledge. At the end of the program, you will take a practical exam with the simulator to verify the knowledge acquired.

Upon completion of the program, you will be able to perform an agile and precise ultrasound examination based on the clinical syndrome presented by patients. You will also be able to differentiate ultrasound images without alterations from others with pathology that may involve clinical decisions in the treatment of patients.

With this program you will acquire the necessary skills to effectively integrate ultrasound into your daily clinical practice.

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ECOCATHSIM: Ultrasound-guided central venous access channeling

ECOCATHSIM is a practical course that trains residents in ultrasound-guided central venous access cannulation. With theory, simulation, and practice, it prepares them to perform the technique safely and efficiently.

The ECOCATHSIM program offers comprehensive training in ultrasound-guided central venous access cannulation, combining theory and practice to ensure effective and safe learning. Overall, this program provides the necessary tools for expert management of this technique.

The course is structured in four phases:

  1. Online theory: Participants review educational videos before the practical sessions to acquire basic knowledge of anatomy, ultrasound and insertion techniques.
  2. Tutored practices: Sessions with experts where ultrasound-guided cannulation is perfected in different locations such as the femoral, jugular and subclavian veins. Arterial techniques and verification with IC-ECG systems are also addressed.
  3. Free practices: Residents have autonomous time to consolidate skills and achieve the learning curve.
  4. Final assessment: Includes a theoretical and practical test to ensure the integration of the knowledge and skills acquired.

The content covers everything from indications and complications to patient preparation and sterile technique. In addition, the program incorporates clinical cases and simulators to reinforce the decision-making process and the safety of the procedure.

With ECOCATHSIM, you will acquire the essential skills for clinical practice, preparing you to apply this technique on real patients with confidence and precision.

Train yourself in ultrasound-guided central venous access cannulation with ECOCATHSIM: theory, simulation and practice to ensure safety and clinical accuracy.

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CUSAM: Medical Area Simulation Course

This program is promoted by the Clinical Simulation Group of the Vall d'Hebron Medical Area and offers R1 and R2 practical and theoretical training on the management of acute pathologies. Through clinical simulation, participants acquire essential skills to act in critical situations.

With this simulation course, we prepare you to face the most frequent clinical challenges during your medical and surgical shifts. Through real simulations, you will acquire the necessary skills to manage acute pathologies safely and effectively.

With this program, you will face simulated clinical cases that will allow you to improve both your technical and non-technical skills. You will learn to handle critical situations such as chest pain, dyspnea or shock, and you will be trained in key skills such as the ABCDE approach, monitoring, airway control and oxygen therapy.

In addition, you will work on essential protocols for emergency situations, such as the detection of anaphylaxis and gender-based violence. With this training, you will be prepared to provide immediate response to unstable patients, ensuring initial care until specialized help arrives.

From day one, we provide you with a complete simulation experience that allows you to face clinical reality with confidence.

The main purpose of this course is the identification and clinical and therapeutic management of the most common medical pathologies through clinical and instrumental simulation.

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Maria Camprodon Gómez

Maria Camprodon Gómez

Internal Medicine, General Hospital

Occupational Medicine

The specialisation in Occupational Medicine lasts four years and is part of the Multiprofessional Occupational Health Teaching Unit. This Unit is comprised of professionals from the team of the Basic Occupational Risk Prevention Unit and includes professionals from Occupational Medicine (nurses specialising in Occupational Health Nursing and medical specialists in Occupational Medicine) along with senior technicians specialising in Work Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics and Applied Psychology.

Accredited places

1

Research groups
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Occupational Medicine training itinerary

The specialisation in Occupational Medicine includes:

  • Practical training undertaken at the Occupational Risk Prevention Department, clinical rotations and rotations in Preventive Medicine departments.
  • Theoretical training through the Advanced Course in Occupational Medicine.
  • Part of the training is conducted outside the hospital but is guided by the Basic Occupational Risk Prevention Unit: Primary Care, Medical Inspection and other external prevention services.
  • Acquisition of basic knowledge in radiation protection aligned with the provisions of the European Radiation Protection Guide 116.
  • Undertaking monthly on-call duties.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to train in disciplines you might not yet have had the opportunity to study in depth, such as: Occupational Safety and Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics and Applied Psychosociology.

Also, during your stay:

  • You will visit the professionals to conduct medical examinations and apply established protocols.
  • You will review and advise vaccinations for professionals based on their exposure risks.
  • You will learn to manage contact tracing following accidental exposure to biological agents.
  • You will assess the protection of particularly vulnerable workers and pregnant staff.
  • You will be involved in the prevention, early detection and diagnosis of occupational diseases and will collaborate in their treatment.

Other aspects you will develop during your stay

  • You will conduct health surveillance and learn to adopt an epidemiological perspective.
  • You will advise on occupational health issues and healthy habits.
  • You will collaborate with healthcare institutions.
  • You will participate in the training of workers on occupational risk prevention.

Why specialise at Vall d’Hebron?

  • Because we are a world-leading healthcare complex where healthcare, research, teaching and innovation come together.
  • Because we offer you specialist training in a tertiary-level Hospital with opportunities to train across the different areas needed to complete your training:
  • A dedicated Occupational Health Department encompassing all risk prevention specialities.
  • External rotations at the Medical Inspection and external prevention services.
  • Access to continuous training.
  • Because you will be integrated as an Occupational Medicine resident in the Occupational Risk Prevention Unit.
  • Because you will learn to ensure the health of your colleagues, as well as promoting healthy habits within the Hospital.
  • Because you will become familiar with the Hospital, a complex environment with various risks: physical strain, data display screens, biological agents, chemical agents, ionising and non-ionising radiation, noise, psychosocial risks...

Occupational Health Nursing

The specialisation of Occupational Health Nursing lasts for two years. It is integrated into the Occupational Health Multiprofessional Teaching Unit, comprised of Basic Occupational Risk Prevention team professionals, which includes experts in Occupational Medicine (nurse specialists in Occupational Health Nursing and medical specialists in Occupational Health Medicine) and senior technicians specialising in Workplace Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics and Applied Psychology.

Accredited places

1

Research groups
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Occupational Health Nursing training itinerary

The Occupational Health Nursing speciality includes:

  • Practical training carried out by the Occupational Risk Prevention Service and other specialities within the Hospital, health centres and educational facilities associated with the Teaching Unit.
  • Theoretical training in accordance with the training programme for Occupational Health Nursing.
  • Acquisition of basic knowledge in radiation protection as set out in the provisions of the European Radiation Protection Guide 116.
  • Carrying out monthly on-call duties.
  • Additionally, you will also have the chance to train in disciplines on which you have not yet had the opportunity to study in depth, such as: Occupational Safety and Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics and Applied Psychosociology.

During your two years at Vall d’Hebron:

  • You will visit professionals to conduct medical examinations and apply established protocols.
  • You will analyse the risks that professionals are exposed to and will indicate relevant vaccines
  • You will learn to manage contact studies following accidental exposure to biological agents.
  • You will assess the protection of workers in especially sensitive situations as well as for pregnant staff.
  • You will be involved in early detection, prevention, and diagnosis of occupational diseases and collaborate in their treatment.

Also, during your stay:

  • You will be engage in health surveillance and develop epidemiological judgement.
  • You will advise on occupational health matters and healthy habits.
  • You will collaborate closely with healthcare institutions.
  • You will participate in training activities for employees on occupational risk prevention.

Why specialise at Vall d’Hebron?

  • Because we are a world-leading healthcare complex where care, research, teaching and innovation come together.
  • Because you will specialise in a tertiary Hospital and also have the opportunity to train in:
    • An in-house Risk Prevention Service covering all areas of risk prevention.
    • External rotations in Medical Inspection and external prevention services.
    • Access to continuous training.
  • Because you will integrate as an Occupational Health Nursing resident within the Occupational Risk Prevention Unit.
  • Because you will learn to safeguard the health of your colleagues and promote healthy habits.
  • Because you will experience first-hand the Hospital, a highly complex environment presenting different risks: physical strain, data display screens, biological agents, chemical agents, ionising and non-ionising radiation, noise, psychosocial risks...
Albert Selva O'Callaghan

Albert Selva O'Callaghan

Internal Medicine, General Hospital

Maria Urquizu Padilla

Maria Urquizu Padilla

Internal Medicine, General Hospital

Ana Elena Ruiz Alcaraz

Ana Elena Ruiz Alcaraz

Internal Medicine, General Hospital

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