Written by James Day, RDCS We'll walk through how to get the best possible on-axis, Apical 4 chamber view so that you can evaluate wall motion and gain a sense of left...
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Point-of-Care Ultrasound Cardiac Exams
Clinicians are better able to assess patient conditions when they use cardiac imaging at the point of care. With this information garnered from the ultrasound, they can set a...
The Heart of POCUS
The human body requires five organs that are vital to survival. These are the brain, kidneys, liver, lungs, and heart. These organs never stop to rest. Can you imagine never...
6 Tips for Better POCUS Images
Back to COVID-19 Main Page Written by James Day, RDCS When I teach medical students, I am always amazed at how much they know. They possess knowledge gleaned mostly from videos...
POCUS: Frontline Care
Nursing has been a booming profession of the future for quite some time, and we see no slowing down in its growth. This specialized field requires not only a highly refined skill...
Leveling the POCUS Playing Field
We can all relate to the thrill of purchasing the newest technology on the market. Whether it be a new TV, the latest smartphone or a vehicle upgrade, each purchase is always...
Happy National Technology Day!
Breakthroughs are the force that pushes our technological revolutions forward. When one occurs in the medical field, rapid growth follows right behind—emerging leaders who refine...
POCUS Breaks Through Barriers
Breakthroughs are the force that pushes our technological revolutions forward. When one occurs in the medical field, rapid growth trails right behind — emerging leaders who...
The Checks and Balances of Medicine
Take a moment and imagine a world where there were no checks and balances. Would you be willing to get on a plane that was inspected by the same team that built it, eat at a...
Benefits of POCUS MSK in a Family Practice Setting
Dr. Nicole Yedlinsky joined the POCUS Certification Academy™ on our Focus on POCUS™ podcast to share incredible insights on how to transition musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound...
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