Summary
This journal article discusses the rapid expansion of clinical applications for point-of-care ultrasound (US) and the importance of integrating US curricula into undergraduate medical education.
Despite growing evidence and support for point-of-care US education in undergraduate medical programs, there is a lack of standardized national guidelines for curricular design and delivery. The article emphasizes the educational and teaching applications of point-of-care US and focuses on the outcomes. It reviews the evidence related to curricular design, delivery, integration, and competency assessment for point-of-care US in undergraduate medical education.
In summary, the article addresses the need for standardized approaches to incorporating point-of-care ultrasound into medical education to ensure consistent and effective training for future healthcare professionals.
