Ultrasound Continuing Education
Identify knowledge gaps
Training
Physicians
OB/Gyn, Emed & Surgeons
Some Basic Ultrasound knowledge
Pre Course Test, determine knowledge baseline
Identify skills gaps
Online
Where does the story takes place?
Initially, online
After completion: Dakar, Senegal
In person, April 2023
Time
Jan-Mar 2023
Technology
Make sure internet is available for training
Sensory detail
Will need translators
In person training
CHALLENGE
What are the main challenges?
Physicians need scanning skills
Other Challenges
Once trained, is the technology available for them?
MOTIVATION
Sponsor
Mercy Ships
Trainees
Senegal physicians
OBSTACLES
What could prevent us from accomplishing their goal?
Reliable internet
Available technology
Language barriers
Online training
Utilize implementation guide
Have physicians utilize simulators for practice, before the April training on site.
Review Scan techniques
Review pathologies
Have trainees complete a post evaluation
1. If acceptable, proceed to in person training
2. If not, review previous modules & scan trainer