Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3229253 | Annals of Emergency Medicine | 2014 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
The value of point-of-care ultrasound education in resource-limited settings is increasingly recognized, though little guidance exists on how to best construct a sustainable training program. Herein we offer a practical overview of core factors to consider when developing and implementing a point-of-care ultrasound education program in a resource-limited setting. Considerations include analysis of needs assessment findings, development of locally relevant curriculum, access to ultrasound machines and related technological and financial resources, quality assurance and follow-up plans, strategic partnerships, and outcomes measures. Well-planned education programs in these settings increase the potential for long-term influence on clinician skills and patient care.
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Authors
Patricia C. MD, David C. MD, Joshua S. MD, MPH, Alice F. MD, Megan M. MD, Anthony J. MD, Andrew S. MD, Vicki E. MD,