The scope of examinations performed in Ultrasound is broad encompassing nearly every organ of the body. The challenge to you as a resident is to acquire skill in both the interpretation as well as the performance of ultrasound exams. You will have two rotations in Ultrasound prior to taking call. The sonographers and staff will assist you in acquiring the technical skills needed to perform high quality ultrasound, however, there is no substitute for plunging in and taking hold of the transducer. Ultrasound is both a science and an art and hands on experience is key.
Many residents find it helpful to practice on a volunteer.
You are expected to attend this review session except on those days when you are checking out cases related to other call duties. There is a body imaging fellow conference every Tuesday from 8-9 in Moss and you are encouraged to attend. Ultrasound journal club is the third Friday of every month, 8-9, in the Radiology conference room. You are excused at 5PM if you are on call, otherwise you are expected to stay until the day's schedule is completed. The Ultrasound service is a busy one with an average of 50 cases per day.