The imaging in the ICU course takes place live and online on Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19 March 2025.
This course equips you with the key knowledge every Intensivist needs, while also supporting preparation for the FICM or EDIC exams. Its aim is to deliver a practical, engaging, and thorough update on imaging in critically ill patients, showing how to apply radiological investigations effectively in acute head and spine, chest, and abdominal problems
Participants will develop a structured approach to interpreting images, learn to recognise life-threatening findings, avoid common errors, and understand when to seek expert support. The course also highlights the advantages and limitations of different imaging modalities, including X-Ray, Ultrasound, CT, and MRI, while drawing on key guidelines and protocols to support safe and effective decision-making.
Who is the course aimed at
The imaging in the ICU course is aimed for Consultant and Senior Trainee Anaesthetists and Intensivists looking to improve their image interpretation skills in clinical practice.
It is also suitable in helping delegates past the FICM or EDIC exam.
At the end of the course, delegates will get a great understanding of best imaging interpretation and reporting practice in intensive care. In addition to this, you’ll get greater confidence in your day to day practice.
What to expect on the course day
The format of the course will entirely be lectures followed by case scenarios and Q&A sessions at the end of each lecture. If you have any questions, feel free to unmute or use the chat box to ask the leading faculty.
Below you can find the course programme (both days) below.
Day 1
Acute Non-Traumatic CT Head
Trauma CT Head
Lecture: Chest Radiology
Cases: CT Chest
Day 2
Cases: CXR [compared to CT, US]
Lecture: Abdominal Radiology
Cases: Abdominal X-Ray
Cases: CT Abdomen
Lung Ultrasound in the critically ill
Course director
Dr Justin Kirk-Bayley
Justin Kirk-Bayley is a Consultant Intensivist & Anaesthetist in Guildford with a significant interest in critical care imaging. His area of expertise is in point of care ultrasound. He runs an ultrasound training fellowship that also teaches general imaging with radiologists, and believes that understanding imaging, and also what constitutes the best image to acquire, is the key to optimal critical care management.
With Dr Justin Kirk-Barley and other top faculty expertise, this course promises to be yet another valuable and insightful sessions.
Upon completing the course, you will receive 12 credits in accordance with the CPD scheme of RCR, UK; as well as your certificate of attendance.
To book your place, visit the course page.