Search results for "Point-of-care ultrasound"
Portable ultrasound scopes out a new role
Enthusiasts argue that point-of-care ultrasonography extends the scope of the physical exam far beyond what can be auscultated through a stethoscope. Detractors worry about overdiagnosis and a loss of medical skills that have intrinsic value. Both sides seek balance when considering how to use this new technology.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/05/ultrasound.htm
1 May 2014
Ultrasound may be as effective as CT in diagnosing kidney stones
Ultrasound may be an effective way to diagnose kidney stones with less radiation exposure, a study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/09/23/6.htm
23 Sep 2014
Internal Medicine Meeting 2016 covers clinical questions
Internists working to implement best practices on complicated topics will find a wealth of advice at Internal Medicine Meeting 2016, to be held May 5-7 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/03/IMM.htm
1 Mar 2016
ACP seeks instructors for Point-of-Care Ultrasound Pre-Course at Internal Medicine Meeting 2018
Faculty members will receive a stipend and complimentary registration to the meeting. Complete an online questionnaire to begin.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/08/22/6.htm
22 Aug 2017
Bringing medicine back to the bedside
The physical exam itself is widely considered to be underutilized, but many of the country's medical educators and master clinicians are determined to bring it back to prominence.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/02/bringing-medicine-back-to-the-bedside.htm
1 Feb 2018
New ACP-Curbsiders podcast episode, “Point-of-Care Ultrasound for the Internist,” available
ACP has partnered with The Curbsiders, a podcast hosted by internists focusing on internal medicine-related topics, to launch a CME-accredited series.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/08/14/5.htm
14 Aug 2018
Latest updates on ACP's priorities, initiatives
ACP Spotlight offers readers a look at ACP's current top priorities and initiatives, as well as highlights of College offerings featured in our e-newsletter, ACP Internist Weekly.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/09/latest-updates-on-acps-priorities-initiatives.htm
1 Sep 2018
Internal Medicine Meeting 2019 comes home to Philly
This year's Internal Medicine Meeting, held in Philadelphia for the first time since 2009, marks ACP's 100th annual educational gathering.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/03/internal-medicine-meeting-2019-comes-home-to-philly.htm
1 Mar 2019
Focused cardiac ultrasonography's diagnostic potential limited by low specificity
Clinicians should understand the appropriate clinical use of focused cardiac ultrasonography, given its inherent limitations in both image acquisition and interpretation, and when formal echocardiography should be obtained, said the authors of a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/08/06/1.htm
6 Aug 2019
Register now for “Point of Care Ultrasound: Foundational Skills for Internists”
The College will offer a two-day course on point-of-care ultrasound, including hands-on experience with live models and simulators, twice this November.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/08/27/6.htm
27 Aug 2019