The effectiveness of e-learning in focused cardiac ultrasound training: a prospective controlled study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Focused Cardiac Ultrasound (FOCUS) is an essential tool for rapid cardiac assessment across various clinical subspecialties. Consequently, teaching foundational FOCUS skills is of critical importance. This study investigates the effectiveness of e-learning in imparting FOCUS skills.

Materials and methods

This prospective, controlled study assessed competency development among medical students attending a FOCUS workshop (study group) at two time points: T1 (pre-training) and T2 (post-training, after completing e-learning). The competence gain of the group was compared to a reference group (control group) of physicians who had also used the e-learning in preparation for a certified FOCUS workshop. Objective competencies were measured at both time points using shor

SUBMITTER: Ruppert J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12125877 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature