Introduction

Point of care ultrasound (POCUS) is an emerging tool used at the bedside to evaluate patients in emergency departments, hospital departments, and intensive care units. The use of ultrasound guidance for certain clinical procedures has become the standard of care. This technology has the potential to aid in the diagnosis and management of patients as well as increase patient safety during bedside procedures.

This blog will serve as a resource for information on bedside ultrasound and its various applications. These resources will include society guidelines, review articles, clinical trials and published educational interventions. These resources will inform my reflections on how beside ultrasound has impacted clinical care, medical practice and medical education.