Topic

Point-of-Care Ultrasound Course

Description

The local chapter of Michigan Society of Hospital Medicine, in collaboration with Corewell Health Grand Rapids, is offering a comprehensive one-day Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) course designed specifically for acute care physicians and advance practice providers. This hands-on course is ideal for clinicians looking to build skills and gain confidence in bedside ultrasound technique. Through a combination of engaging presentations and applied learning, this dynamic course will be beneficial to both novice and experienced providers alike. During the course, participants will engage the following topics:

• Fundamental ultrasound principles and machine operation
• Relevant clinical use at bedside for abdominal, lung, and cardiac physiology and pathology
• Ultrasound guided procedures
• Image interpretation 

Additionally, participants will gain valuable experience by scanning live models under the guidance of expert instructors. The small group format ensures personalized feedback and a safe learning environment to explore this powerful diagnostic tool. By the end of the course, participants will leave with practical skills, clinical insight, and a stronger ability to incorporate POCUS into clinical practice.

Learning Objectives:

1. Define fundamental ultrasound principles demonstrate machine operation
2. Perform and interpret abdominal, lung, and cardiac physiology and pathology
3. Gain an increase understanding of Image interpretation.
4. Understand core POCUS applications relevant to hospital medicine.
5. Safely and effectively apply ultrasound guidance for vascular access, paracentesis, and thoracentesis.