Learn IVUS with Philips

Beyond the shadows series – Episode 1: Shining light on shadows - The limitations of angiography

In this episode, you’ll explore why angiography alone can fall short in today’s increasingly complex CAD cases. Learn the fundamentals of IVUS, how it reveals the “full picture” beyond the angiographic silhouette, and why it has become an essential tool for modern coronary assessment.

Eligible for 1.0 ASRT-approved CE credit upon completion of the post-test and certificate self-submission.

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Beyond the shadows series – Episode 2: Under the surface – exploring CAD features on IVUS

In this episode, you’ll learn how IVUS reveals the underlying features of coronary artery disease, from plaque types to vessel morphology. Gain foundational interpretation skills and understand how key IVUS characteristics help assess lesion severity and guide treatment decisions.

Eligible for 1.0 ASRT-approved CE credit upon completion of the post-test and certificate self-submission.

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Beyond the shadows series – Episode 3: Deep in the shadows

Unlock new insights into IVUS with Episode 3 of our Beyond the Shadows series, where we dive deep into essential terminology and its pivotal role in managing coronary artery disease (CAD). This episode empowers you to interpret IVUS images with greater confidence, supporting precise assessment and treatment in percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) for optimal patient outcomes.

Eligible for 1.0 ASRT-approved CE credit upon completion of the post-test and certificate self-submission.

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Beyond the shadows series – Episode 4: Illuminate

Discover how Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) is revolutionizing the management of coronary artery disease (CAD). In this episode, we examine the clinical evidence and research that highlight the benefits of IVUS-guided interventions in improving procedural success and optimizing patient outcomes.

Eligible for 1.0 ASRT-approved CE credit upon completion of the post-test and certificate self-submission.

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Beyond the shadows series – Episode 5: Measuring beyond the shadows

Refine your intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) interpretation skills with Episode 5 of the Beyond the Shadows series. Through this episode, you will learn how to best utilize the MLD-MAX algorithm through employing IVUS, and how precise coronary artery assessments with IVUS can help reduce complications and improve procedural success rates. Gain practical insights on seamlessly integrating IVUS into your workflow to enhance efficiency and foster multidisciplinary collaboration.

Eligible for 1.0 ASRT-approved CE credit upon completion of the post-test and certificate self-submission.

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Beyond the shadows series – Episode 6: Beyond the shadow of doubt

Explore six compelling clinical scenarios where IVUS plays a crucial role in lesion assessment and treatment planning. This episode reviews the evidence behind IVUS DOABLE2, demonstrating how IVUS supports informed decision-making in the most challenging coronary cases.

Eligible for 1.0 ASRT-approved CE credit upon completion of the post-test and certificate self-submission.

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Beyond the shadows series – Episode 7: Decoding artifacts and lumen dynamics

Deepen your IVUS interpretation skills by exploring how common artifacts influence image appearance, learning to reliably distinguish artifacts from true anatomy, and examining IVUS findings related to lumen dynamics and their impact on PCI strategy, procedural outcomes, and patient management.

Eligible for 1.0 ASRT-approved CE credit upon completion of the post-test and certificate self-submission.

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Guiding light: IVUS in practice-unveiling procedure success through real cases – Episode 8 - Guiding light: IVUS in practice-unveiling procedure success through real cases

In this episode, you’ll dive into real world case studies that show how intravascular ultrasound guides percutaneous coronary interventions and supports procedural success. Explore IVUS guided PCI to understand how IVUS informs stent selection, deployment, and post procedural outcomes. You’ll also strengthen clinical decision making by interpreting IVUS findings in real patient cases and seeing how IVUS impacts procedure success and patient care.

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