TrainR4U
Training Course in Clinical Abdominal Ultrasound
TrainR4U is a robot-assisted blended learning programme in abdominal ultrasound aiming to improve the skills of physicians to provide more effective, safer, and faster abdominal ultrasounds.
The programme consists of theoretical and practical classes taught by internationally recognised experts and relies on innovative telemedicine technology. From our programme, students will be able to identify barriers, assess comfort with the machine, interpret images, and incorporate knowledge into clinical practice. The objective of this Training Course in Clinical Abdominal Ultrasound is to capacitate current and future health professionals to acquire/improve skills on that imaging technique. A conclusion certification is awarded by the University of Coimbra, with a value of 1.5 ECTS.
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What you get
BLENDED APPROACH
Practice in obtaining echographic images of the abdominal region and learn the basic principles of abdominal ultrasound
ACQUIRE SKILLS
Learn to use ecograph and probes and identifity pathology through echographic images
CERTIFICATION
Students who pass the course may request a certificate issued by the University of Coimbra. Fees will apply
EXPERTS
Benefit from the knowledge of our experts in the subject and our top European partners
Eligibility Requirements
This programme is open to:
- Physicians and medical interns from the following specialties: Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Intensive Care (ICU), and Geriatrics
- Resident physicians and clinicians who use ultrasound in their daily practice
- Medical students and professionals enrolled in imaging or radiology-related programs
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Have completed basic medical training relevant to the course content
- Provide accredited documentation of academic or professional experience involving routine use of ultrasound diagnosis
- Submit a letter of commitment to attend the course
- Medical students and imaging professionals should meet the following prerequisites: Completed coursework in: Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, and Introduction to Physics
As the course is fully delivered in English, participants must have a good command of the language (recommended minimum level: B1).
Curriculum
Key Dates
Spain
- 2nd Semester
- Online: 29 September – 29 October 2025
- Hands-on: 4 – 7 November 2025
Portugal (Lisbon)
- 1st Semester
- Online: 2 June – 3 July 2025
- Hands-on: 8 – 11 July 2025
- 2nd Semester
- Online: 13 October – 14 November 2025
- Hands-on: 18 – 21 November 2025
Portugal (Coimbra)
- 1st Semester
- Online: 2 June – 3 July 2025
- Hands-on: 9 – 11 July 2025
- 2nd Semester
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- Online: 13 October – 14 November 2025
- Hands-on: 18 – 21 November 2025
Certification fees for university of Coimbra can be consulted here
Teaching Process and Grading
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Teaching process is based on monitoring the work of learners – appropriation of content, clarification of doubts, and carrying out individual and group activities
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Students will perform tasks related to the ultrasound exploration of the abdomen to recognize anatomical structures or make a simple measurement of an organ or part of it. Immediate feedback will be given by the teacher with a demonstration of procedures.
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Participants’ confidentiality will be guaranteed by signing a confidentiality agreement upon registration.
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Students will perform a final test on the theoretical and practical concepts acquired.
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Activities will be classified on a scale from 0 to 20 values, with the final grade being the arithmetic average of the theoretical component and the practical component in equal parts
Get in contact
Partners
Instituto Pedro Nunes
Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu
Sant Joan de Déu Fundació de Recerca
University of Coimbra
University of Lodz
NOVA Medical School
Healthway
Tecnalia
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