Inteleos is set to host a crucial roundtable, “Advancing Maternal and Fetal Health through POCUS Training and Certification,” on May 29, 2024, at the Warwick Hotel in Geneva. The event, scheduled during the WHO World Health Assembly and the AI for Good Global Summit, aims to address the urgent need for certified point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) training for primary maternal health clinicians. The roundtable is a critical step toward achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal of reducing maternal mortality by 2030. The discussion will focus on the significant disparities in maternal and child health services, particularly in low-income countries, where limited access to trained healthcare providers hinders effective care.
As ultrasound technology becomes more affordable and widely available, the gap in clinician training has grown, putting patient safety at risk. In many low-resource settings, the lack of adequately trained healthcare professionals in ultrasound techniques compromises the quality of maternal care. The roundtable will emphasize the importance of expanding ultrasound training and certification programs to enhance maternal health outcomes globally. In particular, the session will advocate for recognizing the essential roles of midwives, nurses, and clinical officers in performing obstetric ultrasound screenings.
The event will also explore how policy shifts and standardized guidelines can empower healthcare providers to expand their practice scope, ensuring more women benefit from timely and accurate ultrasound assessments. A key discussion point will be the integration of public-private partnerships to address training gaps, support local capacity building, and promote economic innovation in healthcare. By improving professional development opportunities and leveraging advanced technologies, the roundtable seeks to highlight how equitable access to maternal health services can be achieved.
Through this collaborative effort, Inteleos aims to mobilize stakeholders to invest in improving ultrasound proficiency among primary maternal health clinicians. This initiative not only supports the goal of reducing maternal mortality but also ensures that healthcare providers in underserved regions are equipped with the skills necessary to deliver high-quality care. The event will bring together global health leaders, policymakers, and healthcare professionals to discuss practical strategies for scaling up ultrasound training and certification programs worldwide.
