Programs

A full registration refund will be given if cancellation is received more than 30 days prior to a scheduled program (See credit card and check terms below). Registrations received 14-30 days prior to a program start date are non-refundable, and are limited to a one-time transfer restricted to the same person for the next identical program on the Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute schedule. A $300.00 transfer fee plus any change in program tuition will apply. No refunds or transfers will be allowed when cancellation is received less than 14 days to a program start date.

In the event a program or live webinar is re-scheduled or cancelled for any reason (including but not limited to Acts of God, natural disasters, terrorism, or viral/bacterial outbreaks), pre-paid attendees will be able to transfer to another equivalanet program at no additional cost. Gulfcoast Ultrasound is not responsible for any travel and/or lodging reimbursements. Prices, schedules, and CME credits subject to change without notice.

A 5% discount on course registration applies to individuals from the same facility that register for the same course and date at the same time and pay with the same form of payment (one combined payment) when attending courses in St. Petersburg, FL. Not available when attending Combined courses. Cannot be combined with other course discounts/offers. Call us for details.

Live or On Demand Webinars are non-refundable after participants logs in to watch the webinar. On –Demand webinars are intended for single participant per webinar use, and as such security settings only permit access to one computer per webinar purchase. For multiple participant registration please call Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute.

Credit card refunds, when in accordance to the terms above, will only be credited to the same credit card used to place the order (no exceptions), LESS any credit card processing/transaction fees incurred (fees are set by the credit card processing company and range from 2-4% of the original purchase price, reference to the exact amount will be provided). Purchases made via company or personal check are eligible for a full refund with no fees when in accordance with the terms above.

Products

With the exception all third party textbooks not produced by Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, educational products may be exchanged or returned for a refund within 15 days of the purchase date (by individuals, not bookstores or distributors), so long as the products are in resalable condition. Refunds / Exchanges will not be honored due to computer operating system incompatibility if Gulfcoast Ultrasound is not notified within 15 days of purchase. Product refunds are ultimately honored at the discretion of Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute. Product returns for any reason (except product defects or errors): $25.00 restocking fee per item + shipping. By "resalable condition", it is meant that the product has not been written on, earmarked or defaced in any way. Shipping and handling charges are non-refundable.

Replacement products will be provided for defective items within 15 days of purchase.

No exchanges or returns are accepted if product CME quizzes have been processed. No CME quizzes will be processed for products that have been exchanged or returned.

Regular refund policies do not apply to products not produced by Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute. Such products are non-returnable/non-refundable.

Sales are final for bookstores/distributors.

Credit card refunds, when in accordance to the terms above, will only be credited to the same credit card used to place the order (no exceptions), LESS any credit card processing/transaction fees incurred.

COVID-19 Refund Policy

Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute has temporarily revised our course cancellation/transfer policy. Full refunds are available anytime outside of 30 days prior to the course for any reason. Registrations received 14-30 days prior to a program start date are non-refundable, and are limited to a one-time transfer restricted to the same person for the next offering of the same program with the payment of a $300 transfer fee. If travel cancellation due to COVID-19 must occur within 14 days of the course, participants MUST submit documentation from their employer (or doctor, if they are ill), and will be offered a transfer to the next available course. A $300 transfer fee plus any change in program tuition will apply for travel restrictions imposed by an employer.

Virtual Conference Refund Policy

A full refund will be available up to 7 days prior to the Virtual Conference. Course materials will be made available for download prior to the event, if it is verified the user has downloaded the handouts, no refund will be available.

Online Activity Refund Policy

Refunds are only granted within 15 calendar days of purchase provided the activity has not been accessed.

Site Licenses

A "site license" allows organizations to install a single CD on a computer network, or on each computer at a company, so as to grant access to all individuals belonging to the organization (site) to the contents of the CD. Two-year expiration from date of purchase. No refunds allowed on site license purchases.

Processing/Shipping of Product Orders

Orders placed after 2:00 p.m. EST will be processed the following business day. All product ordered shipped via UPS. UPS will not deliver to P.O. boxes.

Purchase Orders for Products

HOSPITAL/GOVERNMENT/EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS PURCHASE ORDERS for product purchases may be accepted after initial order has been pre-paid via credit card or company check. Contact us for details.

International Orders

Unfortunately we are unable to ship orders outside of the United States prior to receiving payment. Purchase orders from outside the United States are not valid. Checks from international clients must clear prior to shipping order. Call us at (727)363-4500 for bank wire transfer details.

Right of Refusal

Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, Inc. is a private institution. As such, we reserve the right not to sell any product or service to any entity for any reason without disclosure.

Contact Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute

To inquire about a refund, contact Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute at (727)363-4500.

You may also contact us via fax at (727)363-0811 or via our Contact page on this Website.

Mailing address:

Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute
111 2nd Ave NE
Suite #800
St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Disclaimer Notice

The content of the our enduring materials reflects current clinical diagnostic methods taught at Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, Inc. and is meant to provide an introduction to ultrasound imaging.  They are not intended for use as a source for credentialing or privileging individuals.  All practitioners should be supervised by experienced clinicians while learning these techniques.

Medicine is an ever-changing field.  Standard safety precautions must be followed, but as new research and clinical experience broadens the knowledge base, changes in treatment, techniques, and drug therapy become necessary and important.  Participants are advised to check the latest product information provided by the manufacturer of each imaging system to verify current recommendations for use. 

Information within these CME activities are not provided as medical advice; does not establish a doctor-patient or other relationship; and is not intended nor should it be assumed to guarantee a specific result.  Participants assume full responsibility for any use of the information contained on these enduring materials and any claims, loss or damages that may result.

CME Quiz Terms

Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, Inc. will only honor CME Quiz submissions for credit during the published/produced life of the enduring material.

Only original Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute product customer (or of an authorized reseller) can opt to take CME quizzes.

No CME credit can be awarded for quiz answers submitted after the discontinuation of the product.

Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, Inc. is not responsible for issuing discontinuation notices. Customers should refer to this website, current catalog, or call our administrative office to enquire about the CME status for any accredited enduring material.