SHM Converge Scientific Abstract ePoster Gallery-Microlessons Curriculum to Train Novice Hospitalists in Point-of-Care Ultrasound (Pocus)

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The document describes a novel “POCUS Microlessons” curriculum designed to train novice hospitalists in point-of-care ultrasound while reducing the usual barriers of cost and time. POCUS is defined as a goal-directed bedside ultrasound used to answer specific diagnostic questions or guide procedures, and it is increasingly endorsed and required across medical specialties.<br /><br />The curriculum was created for voluntary participation by practitioners in the Division of Hospital Internal Medicine. Instead of offering a long, traditional course, the program breaks training into individual ultrasound examinations. Each microlesson includes a 10-minute didactic video followed by a hands-on session focused on image acquisition. Instruction is provided by clinicians with prior POCUS training and experience. To fit the schedules of busy hospitalists, sessions are offered at multiple dates and times and are free to members of the division.<br /><br />The main goals are to increase POCUS competency and utilization without imposing major financial or time burdens. The approach also allows learners to choose lessons most relevant to their practice or interests, making the training more flexible and personalized.<br /><br />Overall, the curriculum is presented as an efficient, adaptable model for POCUS education that may help expand access to ultrasound training and provide a framework for future study in POCUS teaching methods.

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Matthew D. Decker

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Author List Matthew D. Decker, Will M. Schouten

Category Innovations

Concept Point-of-Care Ultrasound

Concept Bedside Diagnostic Tool

Concept Microlessons Curriculum

Concept Hands-On Practice

Concept Procedural Tool

Distinguished Non-Finalist

Presenter Organization Mayo Clinic Rochester

Presenting Author Matthew D. Decker

Track Education

Keywords

POCUS

point-of-care ultrasound

microlessons

hospitalist training

ultrasound curriculum

bedside ultrasound

image acquisition

medical education

hands-on session

competency development

Point-of-Care Ultrasound

Bedside Diagnostic Tool

Microlessons Curriculum

Hands-On Practice

Procedural Tool