Fetal Imaging Academy (FIMA) announces new course on ultrasound training dedicated for doctors all over the world. The course focus on fetal ultrasound and diagnosis of fetal anomalies. Visit http://www.fetalimagingacademy.com/trainings/fup-online-2014-2015 for more details.

1. FImA FETALIMAGING
ACADEMY
Fetal Ultrasound Program
Course Starts: 19th
October, 2014
Approved by
The Fetal
Medicine
Foundation
India
Course Directors
Course Co-ordinator
Dr. Prathima Radhakrishnan
MBBS, FRCOG(UK)
Diploma in Advanced Obstetric Ultrasound RCOG(UK)
Diploma in Fetal Medicine -FMF(UK)
Dr. Anita Kaul
MS(ObGYN), FRCOG(UK),
Diploma in Advanced Obstetric Ultrasound RCOG(UK),
Diploma in Fetal Medicine -FMF(UK)
Dr. Veena Acharya
MBBS, MD(ObGYN)
Fellowship in Fetal Medicine
Dr. Harish R Rao
MBBS

2. To Register visit http://bit.ly/FUPcoursesonline or admin@fetalimagingacademy.com / +91 80 40937431
About FImA
Fetal Imaging Academy (FImA) is dedicated to providing world class training in imaging techniques and
diagnosis of fetal anomalies. With over a hundred million births worldwide every year, and nearly thirty million of
them being in India alone, FImA’s goal is to bring about significant improvements in the standards of fetal
imaging, by enabling medical specialists to:
• Effectively detect fetal anomalies early on,
• Understand the principles and concepts in the management of these anomalies based on current scientific
evidence.
FImA brings together well known specialists in imaging and genetics from across the globe under one umbrella.
FImA enables a combination of face to face trainings, coupled with self-paced online curriculum along with
faculty assessments in a blended learning format.
FImA’s long term vision is to expand its portfolio with complementary course offerings in related fields.
FImA Primary Sponsor
Dr. Prathima Radhakrishnan
MBBS, FRCOG (UK), Diploma in Advanced Obstetric Ultrasound RCOG (UK),
Diploma in Fetal Medicine - FMF(UK)
Brief Profile:
Dr Prathima Radhakrishnan is trained in fetal medicine from Harris Birthright Research Centre for fetal medicine
at King’s College Hospital, London. Dr Radhakrishnan is the first Indian to earn a Diploma in Fetal Medicine from
the Fetal Medicine Foundation, UK. She is very passionate about training doctors in fetal ultrasound to
international standards and her special interests are in fetal therapy, early diagnosis of fetal abnormalities and
pre-pregnancy counseling for fetal anomalies.

3. To Register visit http://bit.ly/FUPcoursesonline or admin@fetalimagingacademy.com / +91 80 40937431
FUP Onsite
The Onsite course is for delegates, who live in
Bangalore or Delhi and would like an immersive,
onsite experience. It includes a mandatory
10 days observer-ship.
Recommended For: Radiologists and Obstetricians
Starts: 19th
October 2014
Duration: 12 months
Price: Rs. 125,000/- + Taxes as applicable
Highlights of this course are:
• One contact class per month at Bangalore or Delhi
• Online submission of images for specialist review
• Mandatory 10 days observer-ship
• Regular webinars for Q&A conducted by faculty
FUP Online
The Online course is for delegates in India and
abroad who are unable to travel on a monthly basis.
It includes access to all lectures and training material
online and recommended 10 days observer-ship.
Recommended For: Radiologists and Obstetricians
Starts: 19th
October 2014
Duration: 16 months
Price: Rs. 140,000/- + Taxes as applicable
Highlights of this course are:
• Access to lectures and training material online
• Online submission of images for specialist review
• Recommended 10 days observer-ship
• Regular webinars for Q&A conducted by faculty
The Fetal Ultrasound Program (FUP)
FUP is a 16 module training course, which enables delegates to perform obstetric scans better and allow for
improved understanding of the evolution of fetal anomalies and their management.
FUP will enable delegates to perform fetal anomoly scans to international standards and equip them with the
required skills to acquire the FMF (UK) certification. Training consists of video demonstrations along with review of
normal and abnormal cases enabling delegates to understand the presentation of various anomalies and
management of the same.
The FUP is unique because:
• Each delegate can submit 600+ fetal scan images online at regular intervals for objective review and feedback.
• The program is designed for practicing imaging specialists to participate without any interruption of their regular
practice.
• On signing up for FUP 2014-15 training,‘First Step’training will be made available free of cost to delegates. It is a
self-paced on-line training program covering unique and important aspects of effective fetal scan for early
detection of anomalies.
FUP Modules
Antenatal Scanning and Screening protocols, First Trimester Scan, Central Nervous System, GIT, Fetal Thorax,
Abdominal Wall, Genito Urinary system, Cardiac, Face, Skeletal System, Multiple Pregnancy, Fetal Doppler,
Preterm Delivery, Fetal infections & Counseling, Fetal Biometry - IUGR, Macrosomia, SGA etc, Genetic Syndromes;
Placenta & Amniotic Fluid
FUP 2014-2015 comes in two offerings
Available centres for observer-ship
• BFMC, Bangalore, India, Mentor: Dr Prathima Radhakrishnan, FRCOG(UK)
• Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi, India, Mentor: Dr Anita Kaul, FRCOG(UK)

4. Fetal Imaging Academy
23/24, EPIP, 1st Phase, KIADB,
Whitefield, Bangalore - 560 066
To register visit http://bit.ly/FUPcoursesonline
Email: admin@fetalimagingacademy.com
Ph: +91 80 40937431
Content Development Partner
NT scan training is superb, systematic approach to 2nd trimester scan following a
checklist is wonderful.
Dr Guru Siddu, (2013-2014 FUP Delegate)
Correction and assessment of images are tremendously helpful in enhancing our skills.
Dr Sowmini John, MBBS, DMRD, (2013-2014 FUP Delegate)
FUP is a great program which has drastically improved my diagnostic and reporting skills. It
has also given me a systematic format for reporting obstetric and fetal sonography. Faculty
are very knowledgeable and I would highly recommend this onsite program.
Dr V V Suresh Kumar, MBBS, DMRD (2012-2013 FUP Delegate)
Quality of the material covered was world class, and the whole experience of the program
was great. I am applying the learning to my fetal medicine practice and I would strongly
recommend this program to others.
Dr Varsha Desai, DNB Radiology, (2012-2013 FUP Delegate)
Uploading images for review is a great exercise and the learning is used during my reporting
which is greatly appreciated by my referral group
Dr Basavanagouda N Patil, MBBS, MS(OBS & GYN), (2013-2014 FUP Delegate)
Prerequisites for FUP
• Sonologists need to be performing at least 10 obstetric scans/week, including NT and anomaly scans.
• A prior PNDT machine registration is compulsory, for sonologists practicing in India.
• A successful completion of FImA online course 'First Step'.
Application process
• Delegates may apply online for the training and submit the required documents
• An online interview will be scheduled with delegate post review of the application
• Upon approval delegates will be required to pay the course fee online
Course Benefits
• Delegates can perform obstetric scans better and improve their understanding of evolution and
management of fetal anomalies
• Delegates can equip themselves with the required skills to acquire the FMF (UK) certifications
• On successful completion of the course, delegates will receive certificate from FImA and AOGD ,
Apollo Hospitals as applicable
Testimonials