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20-21 of February 2026
Valencia, Spain
Valencia, Spain
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EXTEMPORE returns to Spain – this time in Valencia!
After our successful edition in Málaga, we are delighted to host the Advanced Fetal Anomaly Scan Course on February 20–21, 2026, in the vibrant city of Valencia, with options to join on-site or online.
This two-day program brings together the Masters of Fetal Ultrasound – Prof. Rabih Chaoui, Prof. Valentina De Robertis, Dr. Bernard Benoit, and other leading experts. The first day is dedicated to practical pre-courses on early and mid-trimester examinations, the fetal heart, 3D techniques, and live scans by the faculty. The second day offers a rich scientific program with the latest updates on anomaly scans, fetal neurosonography, and the growing role of AI in daily practice.
Designed to combine knowledge with hands-on skills, the course provides an exceptional opportunity to refine your expertise and connect with colleagues in an inspiring setting.
After our successful edition in Málaga, we are delighted to host the Advanced Fetal Anomaly Scan Course on February 20–21, 2026, in the vibrant city of Valencia, with options to join on-site or online.
This two-day program brings together the Masters of Fetal Ultrasound – Prof. Rabih Chaoui, Prof. Valentina De Robertis, Dr. Bernard Benoit, and other leading experts. The first day is dedicated to practical pre-courses on early and mid-trimester examinations, the fetal heart, 3D techniques, and live scans by the faculty. The second day offers a rich scientific program with the latest updates on anomaly scans, fetal neurosonography, and the growing role of AI in daily practice.
Designed to combine knowledge with hands-on skills, the course provides an exceptional opportunity to refine your expertise and connect with colleagues in an inspiring setting.
COURSE SPEAKERS
- Prof. Rabih ChaouiMD, PhD, Professor of Ob&Gyn, Co-Dir. of the Center of Prenatal Diagnosis and Human Genetics
Berlin / Germany - Dr. Valentina De RobertisMD, PhD, Fetal Medicine Unit, Di Venere Hospital
Bari / Italy - Dr. Bernard BenoitMD, Professor of Ob&Gyn, Gyn Unit at Princess Grace Hospital /
Monaco - Prof. Julien StirnemannMD, PhD, Hospital Practitioner at Necker-Enfants Malades Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Maternal-Fetal Medicine,AP-HP, Necker-Enfants Malades Hospital
Paris / France - Dr. Carlos CorralesMD, Fetal Medicine and Prenatal Diagnosis Unit, Centro Gutenberg
Málaga / Spain - Dr. Marisa BorensteinMD, Member of Ultrasound and Fetal Medicine Unit, Centro Gutenberg; Specialist in Obstetrics and Ginecology; Fellowship in Fetal Medicine at King’s College and Fetal Medicine Foundation
Málaga / Spain - Dr. Alicia Martínez-VareaM.D., Ph.D., Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maternal-Fetal Medicine Unit, University and Polytechnic Hospital La Fe; Faculty of Medicine, University of Valencia
Valencia / Spain
Day 1, February 20
- Pre-course 1. First Trimester Examination: enhancing scanning technique, 09:00-10:20. Places are limited.
- Pre-course 2. Second Trimester Examination: enhancing scanning technique, 10:20-11:40. Places are limited.
- Pre-course 3. Fetal Heart, 12:05-14:00. Places are limited.
- Pre-course 4. 3D, 15:00-16:20. Places are limited.
- 16:40 - 18:00 - Main Course Program. Live-scans "Secret of the Masters"
Day 2, February 21
- On-Site/Online, Access to video records for 60 days
- A full-day scientific program focusing on key topics in Fetal Anomaly Scan, Fetal Neurosonography, and AI application in daily practice
- A blend of theoretical knowledge and live scan demonstrations
- Expert-led discussions
In the Scientific Program
Four Pre-courses on 1st trimester, 2nd trimester, Fetal heart and 3D using high resolution ultrasound including with live scan with audience interaction
Power of ultrasound in detecting cardiac anomalies
Modern 1st Trimester anomaly scan beyond NIPT
Tips and tricks for 3D ultrasound
Fetal Neurosonography for advanced users
Clues for detecting syndromes by focusing on selected anatomic organs
Role of AI in prenatal screening and syndromes detection
Educational Goals:
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To improve knowledge of sonographers and fetal medicine specialists involved in prenatal diagnosis in performing basic and advanced ultrasound examinations -
Apply current guidelines for systematic first and second trimester ultrasound examinations -
To evaluate the fetal heart systematically, recognizing normal and abnormal cardiac views. -
To demonstrate skillful scanning techniques for performing prenatal ultrasound (live scans) - To recognize typical ultrasound features and sentinel signs suggesting specific syndromic conditions.
- To learn key neurosonography including common and rare anomalies
- To understand the potentials and limitations of AI in basic scanning and syndrome recognition
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This course is designed for obstetricians, maternal-fetal medicine specialists, sonographers, radiologists, gynecologists, prenatal diagnosis specialists, and medical trainees interested in advanced fetal ultrasound. It is ideal for clinicians who perform first- and second-trimester anomaly scans, evaluate the fetal heart and neurosonography, and wish to strengthen their diagnostic skills in early anomaly detection beyond NIPT, advanced 3D techniques, recognizing sentinel signs for syndromic conditions, and the integration of AI tools in daily prenatal practice.
The course will be streamed in English and Spanish.
Online participants: After registration, you will receive an email from info@extempore.info with your unique participant code and a livestream link. On the day of the course, simply use this link and your code to join from your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
On-site participants: You will also receive an email with your unique code. Please keep and save this code, as you will need to present it upon arrival at the venue for check-in.
On-site participants: You will also receive an email with your unique code. Please keep and save this code, as you will need to present it upon arrival at the venue for check-in.
Yes. All registered participants will receive 60 days of access to the video recordings after the course.
Yes, the program includes interactive Q&A sessions and expert discussions with international faculty:
- Online participants can submit questions via the chat box.
- On-site participants will have access to venue microphones to ask questions directly.
The Virtual Course "Advanced Fetal Anomaly Scan Course" 2026 is accredited by EACCME® with 14 European CME credits (ECMEC®s).
The UEMS-EACCME has mutual recognition agreements with the American Medical Association (AMA) in the USA, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC), and organisations representing Latin America and the Caribbean (CONFEMEL and CGCOM-SEAFORMEC). The conditions vary by region: eligible physicians in the USA may convert ECMEC credits into AMA PRA Category 1 Credit; in Canada, mutual recognition applies to live educational events; and in Latin America and the Caribbean, EACCME credits may be awarded to eligible national events organised by providers affiliated with CONFEMEL, subject to the applicable accreditation process. For detailed information, please visit: here
The UEMS-EACCME has mutual recognition agreements with the American Medical Association (AMA) in the USA, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC), and organisations representing Latin America and the Caribbean (CONFEMEL and CGCOM-SEAFORMEC). The conditions vary by region: eligible physicians in the USA may convert ECMEC credits into AMA PRA Category 1 Credit; in Canada, mutual recognition applies to live educational events; and in Latin America and the Caribbean, EACCME credits may be awarded to eligible national events organised by providers affiliated with CONFEMEL, subject to the applicable accreditation process. For detailed information, please visit: here
At this course, you will learn how to:
- 1st & 2nd Trimester Scanning: Enhance systematic examination techniques and guidelines
- Early Anomaly Scan: Modern 1st trimester anomaly detection beyond NIPT
- Fetal Echocardiography: Systematically evaluate the fetal heart and recognize cardiac views & anomalies
- Fetal Neurosonography: Key concepts and protocols for common and rare anomalies for advanced users
- 3D Ultrasound: Tips and tricks using high-resolution ultrasound
- Syndrome Detection: Recognize ultrasound clues and sentinel signs suggesting specific syndromic conditions
- AI Integration: Understand potentials, limitations, and practical applications of AI in daily prenatal scanning
- Live Scans: Master practical scanning skills through "Secrets of the Masters" live demonstrations
During registration, you can choose whether the invoice should be issued to an individual without VAT or to a company with VAT. Please ensure that all billing details are entered correctly, as your invoice will be prepared based on the information provided.
Invoices are prepared by the 15th of the following calendar month after payment.
For example, if you paid in August, your invoice will be prepared by 15 September and sent to the email address provided during registration
Invoices are prepared by the 15th of the following calendar month after payment.
For example, if you paid in August, your invoice will be prepared by 15 September and sent to the email address provided during registration
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