Professional Training Course
Structured educational program for medical professionals seeking expertise in nailfold capillaroscopy.
Course Overview
This comprehensive training program is designed for rheumatologists, dermatologists, internal medicine physicians, and researchers seeking to develop clinical competence in nailfold capillaroscopy. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical training.
The course emphasizes systematic image acquisition, pattern recognition, and clinical interpretation within the context of evidence-based medicine.
Program Features
Expert Faculty
Led by internationally recognized experts with extensive clinical and research experience in capillaroscopy and connective tissue diseases.
Hands-On Training
Practical sessions with direct supervision, case-based learning, and live image interpretation exercises with real patient cases.
Comprehensive Materials
Extensive educational resources including image atlas, reference guides, and access to online learning platform with additional cases.
Curriculum
Module 1: Fundamentals
- • Microvascular anatomy and physiology
- • Equipment selection and setup
- • Proper technique and image acquisition
- • Quality assessment and common technical errors
- • Normal capillary morphology and variations
Module 2: Pattern Recognition
- • Systematic image analysis approach
- • Structural abnormalities: giant capillaries, abnormal shapes, capillary loss
- • Scleroderma patterns: early, active, late
- • Non-specific abnormalities
- • Scoring systems and quantification
Module 3: Clinical Applications
- • Differential diagnosis of Raynaud's phenomenon
- • Early detection of systemic sclerosis
- • Risk stratification and prognosis
- • Monitoring disease progression and treatment response
- • Role in other connective tissue diseases
Module 4: Practical Training
- • Supervised image acquisition sessions
- • Case-based interpretation exercises
- • Interactive pattern recognition workshop
- • Reporting and documentation
- • Integration into clinical practice
Target Audience
- • Rheumatologists interested in connective tissue disease diagnosis
- • Dermatologists managing Raynaud's and systemic sclerosis
- • Internal medicine physicians in referral centers
- • Clinical researchers in microvascular diseases
- • Fellows and residents in relevant specialties
Course Details
Format & Duration
Duration: 2 days (16 hours total)
Format: In-person, small group
Group Size: Maximum 12 participants
Language: English
Requirements
Prerequisites: MD or equivalent degree
Specialty: Rheumatology, Dermatology, or Internal Medicine
Experience: None required
Equipment: Provided during course
Teaching Methodology
The course employs evidence-based teaching methods with emphasis on active learning. Didactic lectures are complemented by extensive hands-on practice, case-based discussions, and interactive image interpretation sessions.
Participants receive immediate feedback during practical sessions. Small group format ensures individualized attention and allows for in-depth discussion of complex cases.
Post-course support includes access to online learning platform with additional cases and reference materials for continued learning and consultation.
Course Registration
Interested in attending the next training course?
Contact us for information about upcoming course dates, location, and registration.
Email: training@capillaroscopy.com