Designed for veterinary sonographers of all levels, including veterinarians and technicians, who want a clear, structured introduction to echocardiography in a repeatable, step-by-step system.
 
Instructor: Eric Lindquist, DMV (Italy), DABVP (Canine & Feline), Cert. IVUSS, Founder & CEO of SonoPath
2 RACE-approved CE credits
On-demand lecture plus post-course CE quiz
Approximate Study Time: 2 hours
 
Course Overview:
Learn to perform a complete echocardiogram from start to finish using the SDEP® (Sonographic Diagnostic Efficiency Protocol®) 7-point progression. This lecture introduces a structured, number-based system designed to simplify cardiac imaging while helping you consistently acquire diagnostic-quality images and optimize every region of the heart for evaluation.
 
You’ll be guided through each step of the progression, learning how to evaluate cardiac function, chamber size, pressures, and flow dynamics using a logical and repeatable approach. The protocol incorporates multiple left atrial measurement techniques, standard Doppler velocities, and alternative views for comprehensive assessment, including visualization of the right atrium and auricle for detection of heart base masses.
 
Designed as both a standalone learning tool and to complement hands-on training, this lecture provides the foundation needed to approach echocardiography with greater confidence and clinical relevance.
 
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, you will know how to
Understand the SDEP® 7-point echo progression
Evaluate cardiac function, chamber size, and hemodynamics
Apply standard Doppler techniques to assess flow velocities and pressures
Perform multiple methods of left atrial measurement
Identify key cardiac structures, including the right atrium and auricle
 
What’s Included:
Lifetime access to this SonoPath Education course
Self-paced video course Lecture
SDEP® Presentation Slides
CE Quiz and certificate (when passed at 70%+)
Additional Resources to help you on your SonoPath to Success!
 
Looking for a little more?
Get all this plus technique videos for each position, extended training modules on pathology, adrenals, cryptorchid, emergency, and shunt hunt, and bonus resources and bootcamps in the SDEP® Echo Online Ultrasound Course.
This lecture is also included in the pre-lab study materials for our SDEP® hands-on training at the SonoPath Education Center and SDEP® remote LIVE Virtual wet lab and lecture weekends.