Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is an emerging patient assessment tool that can be utilized for diagnostic and procedural purposes. Clinicians in a wide variety of specialties can utilize POCUS to improve bedside diagnostic assessments as well as improve safety and efficacy for procedural guidance. This half-day course will focus on image acquisition and interpretation of POCUS modalities applicable to a wide range of medical specialties. Online pre-learning tools will be available so your time at the course can be hands-on. This course will provide a comprehensive foundation of core POCUS knowledge so you can begin applying it to patient care. The course will utilize a small-group, hands-on format for practice on live models, as well as commercial ultrasound gel models to practice needle guidance.
Applications for this course are currently open.
Course Topics
- Basic ultrasound physics and knobology
- Cardiac POCUS
- Thoracic POCUS
- Peritoneal free fluid (including the FAST exam)
- Ultrasound Guided Vascular Access
- Case studies for clinical integration
Eligibility
All clinical faculty in the School of Medicine.
Time Commitment
The course will be held on September 25, 2024, from 1-4 p.m. in Grady FOB 101. Lunch will be provided.
How to Apply
All interested candidates must submit an application form and CV. There is no limit to the number of applications from a department, but final selections will be made to ensure diverse representation across the School of Medicine and will be limited to 24 individuals.
- Application deadline June 21, 2024
- Contact Monique Rainey with questions
Course Director Information
Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine
Ultrasound Fellowship Director