Workshop for training emergency physicians in point-of-care ultrasound using simulation
Ultrasound Simulation Case-based Workshop Implementation and Impact Assessment
NA · Duke University · NCT06960837
This study is testing a hands-on workshop to help emergency doctors improve their ultrasound skills and see how well they learn before and after the training.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Duke University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Durham, North Carolina) |
| Trial ID | NCT06960837 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study implements a point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) simulation case-based workshop aimed at enhancing the skills of emergency medicine physicians at various training levels. It utilizes educational frameworks to assess competency through pre- and post-workshop evaluations of knowledge and technical skills. The study collects demographic data to understand the baseline experience of participants and aims to create standardized training cases that can be applied globally to improve emergency medical education and patient care.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are emergency medicine physicians seeking to improve their point-of-care ultrasound skills.
Not a fit: Patients who are not emergency medicine physicians, such as nurses or technicians, will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this workshop could significantly enhance the ultrasound skills of emergency physicians, leading to improved patient outcomes in emergency settings.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in using simulation-based training for medical education, indicating that this approach is both effective and applicable.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Emergency medicine physicians Exclusion Criteria: * Emergency medicine nurses * Emergency medicine technicians * Advanced practice providers (APPs)
Where this trial is running
Durham, North Carolina
- Duke University Health System — Durham, North Carolina, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Rebecca G Theophanous, MD, MHSc — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Rebecca G Theophanous, MD, MHSc
- Email: rebecca.theophanous@duke.edu
- Phone: 919-681-6091
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Point-of-care Ultrasound, Simulation Training, Medical Education in Emergency Ultrasound, point-of-care ultrasound, simulation training, medical education