Can a simulated ultrasound workshop sharpen ER Doctors' skills?

NCT ID NCT06960837

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Duke University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study enrolls 100 emergency medicine physicians to test whether a hands-on simulation workshop improves their point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) knowledge and skills. Participants will work through case scenarios using a simulator or standardized patient, and their scores will be compared before and after the workshop. The goal is to create a training model that can be used worldwide to enhance clinical diagnosis.

What this could mean

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Active substance: ultrasound simulation training case-based workshop
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a standardized, effective way to train emergency doctors in point-of-care ultrasound, improving patient care globally.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage educational study, not a treatment trial. Results may not generalize to all programs or directly improve patient outcomes.

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MEDICAL EDUCATION IN EMERGENCY ULTRASOUND POINT-OF-CARE ULTRASOUND SIMULATION TRAINING

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Locations

Duke University Health System
RECRUITING

Durham, North Carolina, 27703, United States

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