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    • POCUS In-Person Workshop (SAAFP) Course Description:

    The POCUS Workshop, hosted by the South African Academy of Family Physicians (SAAFP), will take place on 22 November 2025 at the Clinical Skills Laboratory, 4th Floor, George Campbell Building, Howard College, University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), Durban, South Africa.

    This intensive one-day program provides a comprehensive foundation in Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) — equipping participants with the knowledge and confidence to apply ultrasound in real clinical scenarios. Participants will gain 11 Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits through expert-guided lectures and practical scanning sessions.

    Program Highlights:

    • Principles in PoCUS

    • Ultrasound Basic Physics & System Settings

    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)

    • POCUS in Trauma (eFAST)

    • Pulmonology

    • Basic Echocardiography

    • Deep Vein Thrombosis

    • Vascular Access

    • FASH (Focused Assessment with Sonography in HIV)

    With a limited group of 30 learners, the workshop ensures personalized instruction and hands-on experience using high-quality ultrasound equipment.

    Date: 22 November 2025
    Location: Clinical Skills Laboratory, UKZN, Durban
    Accreditation: 11 CME Credits
    Capacity: 30 Learners

    What Past Attendees Say

    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

    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

    GUSI made it possible to learn ultrasound without traveling across the country [or needing a radiology background].

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    Dr. Glenda M. Patterson
    Core Faculty
    Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks
    USA

    “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

    “GUSI provided exactly the training I needed to introduce POCUS to the community health workers I work with in rural Guatemala.”

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    Dr. Kate Feibusch, MPH
    Board Certified
    Peten Health
    USA

    Why Choose Global Ultrasound Institute?

    Join the world’s leading platform for Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) education. Empower your medical practice today!
    Expert-Led Training
    Learn from experienced physicians and ultrasound specialists guiding you every step of the way.
    Flexible Learning
    Access training anytime, anywhere with our user-friendly platform and on-demand courses.
    Innovative Tools
    Enhance your skills with Sage AI™, our groundbreaking ultrasound training assistant.
    Global Impact
    Join a mission to improve healthcare outcomes worldwide, especially in underserved communities.

    Learn from Leading POCUS Experts

    Our instructors are seasoned ultrasound educators, practicing physicians, and industry leaders with extensive experience in teaching and applying POCUS in real-world clinical settings. With years of hands-on expertise, they have trained thousands of healthcare professionals, equipping them with the essential skills to integrate ultrasound confidently into their daily practice. Expect personalized coaching, expert insights, and practical applications that will transform your approach to patient care.

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    Course FAQ’s

    Your registration includes all hands-on training sessions, expert instruction, course materials, and CME credits (typically 13.5-16 hours depending on the course). You also receive complimentary access to our online course content typically for 3 months post-course (valued at $309), which includes additional CME hours for other essential POCUS applications.

    No prior ultrasound experience is required. Our courses are designed for all experience levels, from complete beginners to those seeking to advance their skills. We recommend reviewing the “Scanning Technique” videos in your complimentary online course access before attending for an optimized learning experience.

    Yes, you will receive both CME credits (typically 13.5-16 hours depending on the specific course) and a certificate of completion. GUSI also provides a transcript with lessons completed and test scores. For residents, we provide residency directors with a template for minimum scanning competency based on AAFP curriculum guidelines.

    Yes, for many courses we secure special group rates at nearby hotels. For example, our Portland courses include discounted rates at Residence Inn Portland Downtown/RiverPlace. We provide booking details, deadlines, and reservation links to registered participants. Course location details are provided to all registered learners in advance.

    Yes, we welcome international participants. With backgrounds in global health, GUSI faculty have taught POCUS across Africa, Asia, Europe, North and South America, and we currently support learners in over 120 countries worldwide. In alignment with our mission for health equity, GUSI adjusts pricing structure for resource-limited settings to improve access and impact.

    100% refund (less credit card processing fee) up to 2 months prior to course;
    50% refund (less credit card processing fee) 1 – 2 months before course;
    no refund within 1 month of course — funds may be applied to a future course or another product.

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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.

    “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!

    “GUSI made it possible to learn ultrasound without traveling across the country [or needing a radiology background].”

    The instructors are experienced and knowledgeable. The mentors are the best—patient, kind, knowledgeable, and supportive. The time spent with my mentor was always enjoyable. I couldn’t believe I used all my sessions [because each one was so valuable]. I’ve had an interest in ultrasound for a while but never thought I’d find a curriculum designed for non-radiologists that didn’t require multiple trips around the country. It’s not just the way the coursework is presented—learning is made easier by the support provided to each student. My goal for learning POCUS was to teach Internal Medicine residents Point-of-Care Ultrasound. GUSI has made that goal a reality. I’m having so much fun [and gaining confidence every step of the way]!!

    “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.

    “GUSI provided exactly the training I needed to introduce POCUS to the community health workers I work with in rural Guatemala.”

    GUSI provided exactly the training I needed to enable me to introduce POCUS to the group of community health workers I work with in rural Guatemala. Although I hadn’t touched an OB ultrasound in 25 years, the GUSI online and in-person OB course gave me the tools I needed. I successfully replicated their “Big 5” training in Guatemala, and every community health worker learned how to scan pregnant women for these critical findings. The most thrilling moment was when we discovered that one of the CHWs herself was 13 weeks pregnant—with twins! This wouldn’t have been possible without GUSI.

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