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Why This Guide Matters

Many organizations invest in POCUS hoping for better outcomes, faster decisions, and lower costs. But without the right system, those investments fall short.

POCUS isn’t just a device—it’s an ecosystem.

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Avoid common pitfalls that stall programs
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Build sustainable workflows that last
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Maximize ROI with real-world examples and data
What’s Inside the Guide

The 5 Pillars of a Thriving POCUS Ecosystem

Technology
Go beyond devices and build scalable infrastructure.
Education
Move from one-time training to continuous learning.
Workflow
Integrate POCUS into everyday clinical practice.
Quality Assurance
Ensure safety, accountability, and growth.
Sustainability
From Launch to Legacy—Ensuring Your Program Lasts

The Results You Can Achieve

When organizations embrace the full POCUS ecosystem, the impact is measurable and lasting. From accelerating diagnoses to cutting costs and expanding utilization, the results prove that a well-designed program doesn’t just work—it transforms clinical practice.
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Diagnostic accuracy across emergency conditions

POCUS demonstrated 96.6% diagnostic accuracy for cardiac, thoracic, abdominal, and vascular conditions in emergency departments, with diagnostic accuracy improving from 45-60% to 80-89% when combined with clinical information for undifferentiated shock patients.

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Faster time to diagnosis (24 min vs 186 min)

POCUS significantly reduced time to diagnosis from an average of 186 minutes with traditional methods to just 24 minutes, representing an 85% reduction in diagnostic time for dyspneic patients in emergency departments.

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Average minimum cost savings per patient per 8-hour shift

Harvard study found POCUS eliminated $1,134 in additional testing costs for privately insured patients and $2,826 for uninsured patients per 8-hour emergency department shift, with median overall investigation savings of $70 per patient.

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Reduction in total hospitalization costs

The POCUS-CARE Trial (published in JAMA Network Open) demonstrated a 50% reduction in direct hospitalization costs for heart failure patients, with 2-day shorter hospital stays and $3,055 saved per bed-day of capacity created.

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As a Family Physician, I see immense value in integrating POCUS into primary care. It enhances diagnostic accuracy, improves patient confidence, and speeds up clinical decision-making—all from the bedside.

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Dr Emma Khabure
Family Physician

The best thing that has ever happened in my nursing practice. Early referral of cases and detection of abnormal presentation especially in antenatal and labour ward has helped reduce delays that used to happen.

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Veronica Matsangoni
Nurse Midwife

Learning is made easier by the support provided to each student.

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Dr. Kate Feibusch, MPH
Physician
Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center
Santa Rosa, California

POCUS Has Allowed Me to Find New Excitement in Primary Care, and Reduces Burnout by Providing Quicker Answers to Medical Problems in Real Time.

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Dr Moses J. Syldcort
FM Physician, Advanced OB
Fellow at Swedish First Hill FMR
Seattle, USA

It is an honour to serve with such a wonderful team of GUSI instructors in promoting POCUS in Ukraine.

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Dr. Vadym Vus

The POCUS workshop was clinically oriented and well-taught by experienced instructors [who were patient and engaging with new learners].

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Dr Cindy Yang, FAAFP
Family Medicine Residency & Sports Medicine Fellowship
Dignity Health, Northridge Hospital

Bedside ultrasound gave me greater diagnostic certainty [in minutes], which I could share with confidence with my patients.

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Dr. Greg Bailey
GP
Royal College of General Practitioners
UK

It’s a solid foundation for anyone newer to OB POCUS, but still teaches plenty of advanced skills for clinicians with more experience.

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Dr Claire Thomson
OB Fellowship Director
Swedish First Hill
USA

The [GUSI] Obstetric Essentials POCUS course gave me a clear framework for how to approach obstetric ultrasound [in real clinical settings].

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Tara Ahmadi
Resident
Swedish Family Medicine
USA
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“As a Family Physician, I see immense value in integrating POCUS into primary care. It enhances diagnostic accuracy, improves patient confidence, and speeds up clinical decision-making—all from the bedside.

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In resource-constrained environments, POCUS isn’t just helpful—it’s revolutionary!
I’m excited to apply this skill to better serve my patients and most importantly, train others in its use.

“The best thing that has ever happened in my nursing practice. Early referral of cases and detection of abnormal presentation especially in antenatal and labour ward has helped reduce delays that used to happen.”

“Learning is made easier by the support provided to each student.”

GUSI provided education in the areas I wanted and needed, right from my home and office environment. I recommend this curriculum highly. It’s not just the way the course material is presented—learning is made easier by the support provided to each student throughout the program.

“POCUS Has Allowed Me to Find New Excitement in Primary Care, and Reduces Burnout by Providing Quicker Answers to Medical Problems in Real Time.”

POCUS has allowed me to find new excitement in primary care, and reduces burnout by providing quicker answers to medical problems in real time. By improving my diagnostic skills, and increasing my interaction with patients, I hope to continue to have POCUS as an integral part of my practice!

“It is an honour to serve with such a wonderful team of GUSI instructors in promoting POCUS in Ukraine.
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In the last two years, we have gone through a war with the post-Soviet academic community, which prohibits us from using ultrasound. With our FOCUS-POCUS team in Ukraine, we train family doctors, military medics, and paramedics in the basic protocols like FAST, BLUE, and RUSH [which are] needed during daily Russian bombing on the frontline. It is an honour to serve with such a wonderful team of GUSI instructors in promoting POCUS in Ukraine.

“The POCUS workshop was clinically oriented and well-taught by experienced instructors [who were patient and engaging with new learners].”

The team at GUSI was fantastic—very knowledgeable and professional. Their POCUS workshop was clinically oriented and well-organized, and well-taught by highly experienced instructors who were engaging and patient with new learners. Our residency faculty felt that the sessions really empowered and inspired us to do more ultrasound scanning and get better at it. This was the perfect introductory course that our group needed to get a head start in POCUS, and we look forward to working with GUSI more in the future doing Tele-Ultrasound mentorship sessions.

“Bedside ultrasound gave me greater diagnostic certainty [in minutes], which I could share with confidence with my patients.”

Bedside ultrasound has consistently influenced my diagnostic and management decisions. It reduces the need for “watching and waiting” or “sitting with uncertainty” by providing clear, non-invasive answers in minutes. It’s immensely rewarding for that part of me that seeks a higher level of diagnostic certainty, which I can then share with confidence with my patients. This not only builds trust and strengthens rapport but also makes me a better clinician, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes. The best way to determine if bedside ultrasound is right for you is to try it—you’ll quickly see how it can greatly enhance your professional practice.

“It’s a solid foundation for anyone newer to OB POCUS, but still teaches plenty of advanced skills for clinicians with more experience.”

I highly recommend this fantastic course. It’s a solid foundation for anyone newer to OB POCUS, but still teaches plenty of advanced skills for clinicians with more experience. As someone who teaches both residents and OB Fellows, I’m impressed with the high quality educational content. Going through the curriculum myself was a great review, and has equipped me with new ways to teach OB POCUS

“The [GUSI] Obstetric Essentials POCUS course gave me a clear framework for how to approach obstetric ultrasound [in real clinical settings].”

The OB Essentials POCUS course gave me a clear framework for how to approach obstetric ultrasound. The videos are engaging, easy to follow, and filled with practical tips and advice on how to troubleshoot. The course helped me to understand how to approach OB ultrasound based on gestational age, and helped me build my skills in the clinical setting. Highly recommend!

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