Knee Musculoskeletal Ultrasound — Structured & Clinical Approach
A 3-CME-accredited course focused on knee sonoanatomy, scanning protocols, and clinical decision-making using a time-efficient, reproducible workflow.
Learn a systematic and reproducible knee scanning protocol, including proper probe positioning and standard views to confidently assess all key knee structures.
Recognise normal knee sonoanatomy, differentiate it from pathology, and avoid the most common interpretation errors encountered in daily clinical practice.
Apply ultrasound findings to real knee-related clinical cases, improving diagnostic confidence and optimising examination time using structured workflows.
A concise fundamentals module designed to standardize image acquisition and interpretation.
Covers core principles, system optimization, tissue-specific assessment, and key artefacts—providing a shared technical framework for all joint-specific modules.
This course is designed for physicians and clinicians seeking a clear, structured and clinically relevant approach to knee musculoskeletal ultrasound.
It is suitable for professionals in:
Radiology
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R)
Sports Medicine
Rheumatology
Primary Care
Emergency Medicine
The programme is appropriate for:
Clinicians starting MSK ultrasound, and experienced practitioners seeking to refine their knee ultrasound workflow and diagnostic confidence
1.1.- Fundamentals
1.2.- History of US
1.3.- Improvements in US
1.4.- US Machines, Transducers & Generalities
1.5.- US of the Skin
1.6.- US of the Muscle
1.7.- Us of the Tendons
1.8.- US of Ligaments & Nerves
1.9.- US of Bone & Cartilage
1.10.- Anisotropy and Acoustic Shadowing
1.11.- Comet Tail & Acoustic Enhancement
1.12.- Edge Shadowing & Twinkling
Test Ultrasound Basics
EACCME® Learner’s evaluation form
3.1.- Introduction
3.2.- Quadricipital Tendon
3.3.- Patellar Tendon
3.4.- Anterior Fat Pads & Recess
3.5.- Patellar & Trochlear Cartilage
3.6.- Bursae
3.7.- Medial Meniscus & Joint Line
3.8.- Medial Collateral Ligament
3.9.- Lateral Meniscus & Lateral Collateral Ligament
3.10.- Popliteal, Biceps F & Iliotibial Band
3.11.- Posteromedial Compartment
3.12.- Posterolateral Compartment
3.13.- Posterocentral Compartment
3.14.- Demo of the Knee
3.15.- Effusion & Osteoarthritis
3.16.- Quadricipital Tendinopathy
3.17.- Patellar Tendinopathy
3.18.- Bursitis
3.19.- Fractures of the Patella
3.20.- Meniscal Tears
3.21.- Meniscal & Ganglion Cysts
3.22.- Sprains of the MCL
3.23.- Pes Anserinus Bursitis
3.24.- Runner´s Kne
3.25.- Baker´s Cyst
Test Knee
EACCME® Learner’s evaluation form
Dr. Iñigo Iriarte is a physician specialized in musculoskeletal ultrasound, with extensive experience in clinical practice and medical education.
He is the author of a widely used musculoskeletal ultrasound textbook that has been incorporated into residency and fellowship training programmes, including at leading academic institutions.
He is also part of the medical services of Athletic Club Bilbao, where musculoskeletal ultrasound is routinely applied in the assessment and management of elite athletes.
His teaching approach emphasizes anatomical understanding, structured scanning protocols and clinical reasoning, with a strong focus on reproducibility in daily practice.
This programme is accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) of the UEMS.
Physicians who complete the course are awarded 3 European CME Credits (ECMEC®s).
Through a formal agreement between the UEMS (EACCME®) and the American Medical Association (AMA), US physicians may convert EACCME® credits into an equivalent number of AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Credit conversion is requested individually by the physician through the AMA.
Accreditation Statement
Only those e-learning materials that are displayed on the UEMS-EACCME® website have formally been accredited.Through an agreement between the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) and the American Medical Association (AMA), physicians may convert EACCME® credits to an equivalent number of AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Information on the process to convert EACCME® credits to AMA credits can be found at https://edhub.ama-assn.org/pages/applications.
Credit conversion is based on one (1) hour of participation equalling one credit. Physicians wishing to convert EACCME® credits to AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ are required to access the AMA website to obtain the necessary paperwork and instructions. A processing fee may apply.
For other countries, physicians should contact their relevant national or regional accreditation authority.
What Colleagues Say
Dr. Robert Pagan-Rosado
Sports & MSK Medicine, Mayo Clinic (USA)
Dr. James Noake
Sports Medicine Physician, United Kingdom
Dr. Marcelo Bordalo
Chief of Radiology, Aspetar Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Hospital (Qatar)
Dr. Lluis Til
Head of Medical Staff, Paris Saint-Germain
Dr. Luis Cerezal
MSK Radiologist, Spain
No prior ultrasound experience is required
A basic understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy is recommended
Access to an ultrasound machine is helpful for practice, but not mandatory
✅ Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The programme provides a structured foundation that is suitable for clinicians starting musculoskeletal ultrasound, while also offering a systematic approach valued by more experienced users.
No. An ultrasound machine is not required to follow the course. However, access to a machine is recommended for hands-on practice alongside the lessons.
Yes. This programme is accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) and awards 3 European CME Credits (ECMEC®s), which may be converted to AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for US physicians.
You will have full access to the course content for 3 months from the date of enrollment.
Yes. The programme is fully online and self-paced, allowing you to progress through the content according to your own schedule.
Yes. Upon successful completion of the course and final assessment, you will receive a Certificate of Completion.
Yes. The course is available internationally and can be accessed from any country.
CME accreditation is provided through EACCME®. Physicians should consult their national or regional accreditation authority regarding recognition of credits. US physicians may convert EACCME® credits to AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
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