POCUS Training Pathway
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Step One: Introductory Online POCUS Courses
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Step Two: Hands-On POCUS TrainingContact empocus@iu.edu for in person hands on training opportunities.
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Step Three: Coaching and Image Review
Image Review Canvas Course (Coming Soon)
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Step Four: Online Case Series and Pathology
CME Courses

The POCUS Case Series
This course highlights real-world cases and uses of POCUS to enhance care by using a case-based delivery format.

The POCUS Pathology Case Series
8 CME Credits
Images highlight common POCUS pathologies that may be seen in clinical practice.

Introduction to POCUS: Abdomen Part 1
3 CME Credits
This course consists of three modules: Introduction to Ultrasound Principles; POCUS for Fluid Assessment; Renal and Bladder POCUS Exam.

Introduction to POCUS: Abdomen Part 2
2 CME Credits
This course covers the basics of how to perform POCUS of the liver, gallbladder and abdominal aorta.

Introduction to POCUS: Cardiac and Lung
3 CME Credits
This course consists of three modules: Introduction to Ultrasound Principles, Focused Cardiac Ultrasound, and Lung Ultrasound.

Soft Tissue and MSK
2 CME Credits
This course covers skills for performing a focused exam for soft tissue and musculoskeletal structures.

Guided Procedures and Vascular Access
2 CME Credits
This course provides fundamental knowledge in machine operation, ultrasound physics, and how to perform a focused exam for fluid assessment and kidneys & bladder.
Free Resources

Ultrasound Flashcards
These ultrasound cards are a quick reference guide on how to perform various POCUS exams.

Case of the Month
Free
Each month, Dr. Greg Zahn publishes a quick video highlighting a recent case where POCUS was used to improve clinical care in the ED.

Ben's Top Ten
Dr. Ben Hunter reviews many publications to help him make the best decision in the emergency department. Here are his top ten publications from the past year with essential take home messages to incorporate into clinical practice.
Meet the Creators

Daniel S. Brenner, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor of Clinical Emergency Medicine

Audrey G. Herbert, MD
Associate Professor of Clinical Emergency Medicine

Sarah K. Kennedy, MD
Associate Professor of Clinical Emergency Medicine

Matt A. Rutz, MD, MBA
Associate Professor of Clinical Emergency Medicine

Pamela C. Soriano, MD, MBA
Assistant Professor of Clinical Emergency Medicine