Empowering Future Leaders in POCUS
POCUS helps family medicine and general practice providers make faster, more confident decisions at the point of care. GUSI’s specialty-focused training gives you the skills to use ultrasound in everyday practice, improving patient care and streamlining workflows.


GUSI MedConnect is a consortium of medical students passionate about advancing point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS).
Our mission is to drive education, research, and innovation by empowering students to lead initiatives that shape the future of medical practice.
Meet the Visionaries
Our team of medical students is committed to transforming the future of POCUS through scientific excellence, human-centered technologies, and trusted infrastructure.

Jori Enfield, OMS-V, MS
Jori Enfield, OMS-V, is a medical student at Touro University California and OMM Teaching Fellow. He co-founded GUSI MedConnect, expanding POCUS education nationally through training and collaboration. Jori integrates POCUS into osteopathic medicine and primary care, exploring its interface with palpatory diagnosis. He received a Dean’s Research Grant for a POCUS-based study.

Lily Kwong, DO (PGY-1), MS
Lily Kwong is a PGY-1 OB/GYN resident at Kern Medical Center. Her passion for ultrasound stems from her frequent volunteering as an ultrasound model for various institutions. Captivated by the technology’s ability to create engaging and interactive learning environments, she developed a strong passion for teaching. She went on to serve as an assistant instructor at her medical school, where she used innovative methods to teach ultrasound to her colleagues.
Backed by POCUS Experts
All GUSI MedConnect initiatives are designed and developed in close collaboration with clinicians and data scientists who are experts in their fields. Our team’s experience and expertise span decades of clinical practice, public health, and AI and machine learning in medicine.

Mena Ramos, MD

Kevin Bergman, MD

Ian Thomas, MD

Jenniffer Addleman, DO
Infectious Disease POCUS Pocket Guidebook
Created by medical students in partnership with the Global Ultrasound Institute, this guide brings high-yield, bedside ultrasound applications to the forefront of infectious disease care. It offers practical scanning protocols, image interpretation tips, and diagnostic pearls for a wide range of conditions. Topics include schistosomiasis (haematobium, japonicum), FASUS and FASH protocols, echinococcal and amoebic liver and splenic disease, dengue, rheumatic heart disease, Chagas disease, and malaria. It also covers critical POCUS applications for necrotizing fasciitis, tropical myositis, myiasis, scrotal filariasis, ocular nerve evaluation in leprosy, and helminthic and parasitic infections. Designed for rapid reference and global health relevance, this pocket guide empowers learners and clinicians to recognize disease patterns, guide interventions, and improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Mena Ramos, MD

Kevin Bergman, MD

Henry Dinh, OMS-3

Rachel Kim, OMS-3

Ann Dang, OMS-3

James Zhang OMS-3
Breast POCUS Pocket Guidebook
Developed by medical students in collaboration with the Global Ultrasound Institute, this guide offers a concise, evidence-based approach to breast ultrasound at the point of care. It covers core topics including scanning techniques, an introduction to BI-RADS, and a streamlined clinical algorithm to guide decision-making. Readers will review breast anatomy, learn to recognize normal scan appearances, and accurately identify simple cysts. Special considerations for pregnancy and lactation are also included, ensuring applicability across diverse patient populations. Designed for quick reference and real-world use, it empowers learners and clinicians to integrate breast POCUS confidently into everyday practice.

Mena Ramos, MD

Kevin Bergman, MD

Henry Dinh, OMS-3

Rachel Kim, OMS-3

Ann Dang, OMS-3

James Zhang OMS-3
Critical Care POCUS Pocket Guidebook
This resource—crafted by medical students with the Global Ultrasound Institute—delivers essential POCUS tools for high-acuity care. It provides step-by-step guidance for cardiac function assessment, lung ultrasound for pneumonia and pulmonary edema, abdominal scanning for free fluid, vascular access, and rapid evaluation of shock states. With focused protocols, key interpretation points, and decision-making frameworks, this guide is built for fast reference when every moment counts. Ideal for both training and real-time bedside application, it supports confident, informed care in critical settings.

Mena Ramos, MD

Kevin Bergman, MD

Henry Dinh, OMS-3

Rachel Kim, OMS-3

Ann Dang, OMS-3

James Zhang OMS-3
Neonatology POCUS
In collaboration with the Global Ultrasound Institute, medical students have developed this guide to address the unique imaging needs of newborns. Topics include targeted neonatal echocardiography, lung ultrasound for respiratory distress, cranial imaging, abdominal evaluation, and safe line placement techniques. Each section is tailored to neonatal physiology, with concise scanning instructions and image interpretation tips to support accurate, gentle, and timely care. Compact and practical, it’s an indispensable reference for clinicians working in the NICU or newborn care settings.

Mena Ramos, MD

Kevin Bergman, MD

Henry Dinh, OMS-3

Rachel Kim, OMS-3

Ann Dang, OMS-3

James Zhang OMS-3
OMM POCUS Pocket Guidebook
Merging osteopathic principles with modern imaging, this guide—authored by medical students with the Global Ultrasound Institute—introduces innovative ways to integrate POCUS into osteopathic manipulative medicine. It covers scanning techniques for musculoskeletal assessment, fascial evaluation, and joint or soft tissue pathology, alongside image-guided procedural support. Structural diagnosis considerations are woven throughout, enhancing palpatory findings with real-time visualization. This pocket guide serves as a bridge between osteopathic tradition and cutting-edge imaging, supporting a holistic, evidence-based approach to patient care.

Mena Ramos, MD

Kevin Bergman, MD

Henry Dinh, OMS-3

Rachel Kim, OMS-3

Ann Dang, OMS-3

James Zhang OMS-3
OB/GYN POCUS Essential Pocket Guidebook
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Mena Ramos, MD

Kevin Bergman, MD

Henry Dinh, OMS-3

Rachel Kim, OMS-3

Ann Dang, OMS-3

James Zhang OMS-3
POCUS Instructor Training Pathway for Medical Students
Our team of medical students is committed to transforming the future of POCUS through scientific excellence, human-centered technologies, and trusted infrastructure.
Students begin as POCUS models, gaining first hand exposure to GUSI POCUS courses.
Those demonstrating passion, professionalism, and teaching skill advance to table trainers, where they assist in hands-on scanning under faculty supervision. Exceptional table trainers are invited to become GUSI instructors, leading POCUS education at courses under faculty supervision. This tiered approach fosters progressive competency in ultrasound technique, teaching, and leadership – while supporting a growing culture of POCUS education within the medical school.
FACES Summer Medical Academy
Bedside Ultrasound Demonstration
This summer, the FACES Summer Medical Academy (FSMA) at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland hosted 55 high school students for an immersive 2-week medical experience. The program exposed future healthcare professionals to the field through daily hands-on clinical activities. For the first time, FSMA included a bedside ultrasound demonstration, led by our talented GUSI MedConnect students. These students guided small groups of high school participants through a series of activities, each lasting approximately 20 minutes. The POCUS portion of the event provided a unique learning opportunity, and we’re proud to showcase the leadership of our GUSI MedConnect team in inspiring the next generation of clinicians.


Why MedConnect Matters
GUSI MedConnect is a consortium of medical students passionate about point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS).
Our mission is to bring together medical students nationwide to collaborate on POCUS initiatives, as well as facilitate skill development and firsthand experiences with POCUS. Our current initiatives include POCUS in education, technology innovation and research.
Global Ultrasound Institute proudly works with top universities, institutions and medical facilities across the United States and around the world

As a medical student with a passion for point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), I discovered that student-driven initiatives could transform my education.
While my school’s strong POCUS program provided a foundation, teaching alongside the Global Ultrasound Institute (GUSI) propelled my training to new heights, allowing me to instruct residents and attending physicians. Inspired by shared enthusiasm, my peers and I collaborated with GUSI and neighboring institutions, creating over 100 opportunities to strengthen POCUS education. Our efforts culminated in a Touro University town hall presentation, where our vision was met with overwhelming support. This momentum led to a major milestone: Touro now equips every first-year student with handheld probes, positioning us at the forefront of POCUS education. When students lead with passion, innovation follows.
MedConnect Blogs

Building the Next Generation of Ultrasound Educators: The GUSI MedConnect Instructor Training Program
In a small practice room at Touro University California, a medical student places an ultrasound probe on a classmate's knee. He begins to guide his peer through finding the correct anatomical view. But there's a catch: he can't touch the probe, can't adjust the angle himself, can't demonstrate with his hands. For the next 15…continue reading
MedConnect – Bruno Vargas
“I don’t know how to be a doctor without using POCUS.” That’s how Dr. Vargas, a physician trained in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene and GUSI instructor, described his relationship with point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). For the past six years, he has been working in Chiapas, Mexico, a resource-limited region where access to advanced imaging like CT,…continue reading


