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Chapter 1

Level 1: The ECG curve

Let’s start with the ABCs of ECGs. We break down the components of the ECG tracing, so you can build an understanding of advanced electrocardiology concepts.
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Chapter 2

Level 2: Measurements

Next, you’ll learn how to measure ECG intervals and amplitudes. No need to carry a ruler—counting and some simple math are all you need.
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Chapter 3

Level 3: Interpretations of durations

In this level, you’ll become familiar with the normal duration of a P wave, PR interval, and QRS complex—plus what it means when intervals and amplitudes are off.
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Chapter 4

Level 4: The precordial leads

It will pay off later to drill down on the basics—the correct placement of the precordial leads, and which lead corresponds to which specific location within the heart.
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Chapter 5

Level 5: The precordial leads advanced

Here you learn several important pearls and pitfalls regarding the precordial leads. We also introduce you to the nuts and bolts of bundle branch blocks.
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Chapter 6

Level 6: Ventricular hypertrophy

The assessment of ventricular hypertrophy can seem complicated. Complete this level and you’ll be diagnosing right and left ventricular hypertrophy like a pro.
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Chapter 7

Level 7: ST patterns

In this level, you get an easy-to-understand introduction to ST depression and T-wave inversion. Plus master waveform patterns so you can predict life-threatening diseases.
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Chapter 8

Level 8: Introduction to myocardial infarction

Whatever your medical specialty, this level on diagnosing myocardial infarction is one you absolutely don’t want to miss. So dive in!
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Chapter 9

Level 9: Inferior wall myocardial infarction

Recognizing inferior wall MI can be tricky, but with some key tips, you’ll become great at it. We also introduce our ECG Cookbook: a step-by-step approach to evaluating any ECG.
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Chapter 10

Level 10: Mastering the ST segment

Reach expertise in evaluating the ST segment and ST-elevation myocardial infarction. Becoming intimately familiar with the ST segment will help you save lives! 
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Chapter 11

Level 11: Cardiac axis, atrial hypertrophy, and low voltage

We’ll teach you when evaluation of the cardiac axis really makes a difference. Plus, learn to recognize signs of atrial enlargement on ECG.
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Chapter 12

Level 12: Electrolyte imbalances

Certain electrolyte disturbances can be suspected just by looking at the ECG. We’ll teach you what to look for. 
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Chapter 13

Level 13: Normal sinus rhythm

Up to this point, rhythmology has not been touched upon. In this level, you’ll learn to Identify normal sinus rhythm and the criteria used to assess for sinus rhythm. 
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Franz Wiesbauer, MD MPH
Franz is the founder and CEO of Medmastery. He is an internist with a specialization in cardiology and a master’s in public health from Johns Hopkins University.
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Peter Kühn, MD
Cardiologist. Former head of cardiology. Author of several popular ECG books.
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