The professional holding this credential will look at hemodynamics, valvular and heart wall function, and any other disease process involving the heart or great vessels. Coursework and clinical time in the cardiac specialty involves assessment of the heart. It includes extensive study of the heart hemodynamics, normal anatomy, disease processes and patient treatment. Color and spectral Doppler are used to assess how the blood is flowing and what direction, to help determine abnormalities such as regurgitation and heart valve disease.
Program begins summer or autumn quarters.
Program length is 12 months. Add RVT credential for an additional 12 months or add RDMS credential for an additional 12 months Courses and descriptions. Loma Linda University. All rights reserved.