<scp>ISUOG</scp> ultrasound training in Oman: evaluating participant long‐term retention and effect of repetitive practical courses on ultrasound knowledge and skills

Vrachnis, Nikos; Cohen–Overbeek, Titia E.

doi:10.1002/uog.23632

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“…One important consideration in evaluating the knowledge and skills of trainees is that the delivery of theoretical and practical assessments needs to be subjected to thorough validity testing before being used for formative or summative assessment purposes. Little effort has been invested in examining the validity evidence of theoretical tests 29 which is at odds with the large efforts invested in developing theoretical course materials 30 . On the other hand, several studies have been published on the validity of simulation-based assessment of trainees' ultrasound skills [31][32][33][34] , but there is still a need for consensus on how to consistently use simulators for certification of advanced trainees (e.g.…”

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Ultrasound education in the context of COVID‐19: challenges and way forward

Chalouhi

Mouanness

Abu‐Rustum

et al. 2021

Ultrasound in Obstet & Gyne

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Ultrasound education in the context of COVID‐19: challenges and way forward

Chalouhi

Mouanness

Abu‐Rustum

et al. 2021

Ultrasound in Obstet & Gyne

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“…The theoretical portion of the examination has undergone validation as reported by Hillerup et al, 8 and the entire program and testing were evaluated by ISUOG Outreach and Basic Training Members in Oman. 9 In the United States, the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) assembled a multisociety task force that produced a Consensus Report containing recommendations for Obstetric and Gynecologic ultrasound teaching in residency. Published in 2018, this document outlines essential theoretical knowledge and practical skills for scanning and report writing.…”

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“…The BT program includes a theoretical component, a practical component, and an examination at completion. The theoretical portion of the examination has undergone validation as reported by Hillerup et al, 8 and the entire program and testing were evaluated by ISUOG Outreach and Basic Training Members in Oman 9 …”

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Successful Implementation of the AIUM Standardized 4‐Year Residency Ultrasound Curriculum in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Abu‐Rustum,

Berwick,

Heft

2024

J of Ultrasound Medicine

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BackgroundSignificant disparities in sonographic education exist in Obstetrics and Gynecology programs in the United States. To address the lack of standardization in ultrasound teaching, the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) assembled a multi‐society task force in 2018 which resulted in the publication of a Consensus Report outlining a standardized ultrasound curriculum and competency assessment.ObjectivesThe primary objective of the study was to implement the AUIM standardized curriculum within an Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program at a tertiary medical center, and report on the early implementation experience. The secondary objective was to assess current national practices in ultrasound training in Obstetrics and Gynecology residency programs.Study designStudy design was an effectiveness‐implementation hybrid study of a structured ultrasound educational program based on the 2018 AIUM Consensus Report. The theoretical portion of the curriculum consisted of 26 hours of didactic lectures distributed over 4 years. For the practical component, residents received instruction from faculty and sonographers and independently acquired the required images as part of their regular clinical work. Simulator app access was also provided for additional opportunities to practice and acquire images. Deidentified images for the required competencies were uploaded to a WhatsApp group for review. Theoretical knowledge was assessed with a series of multiple‐choice exams. Practical skills were assessed through grading of images submitted through WhatsApp as well as direct observations of resident scans. At the completion of 4 years, the assessment of both theoretical knowledge and practical skills was carried out using the ISUOG Basic Training Examination. National patterns in the area of ultrasound education were assessed with a four‐question electronic survey of Obstetrics and Gynecology program directors in the United States. Analysis of both portions of the study was primarily descriptive.ResultsFour Obstetrics and Gynecology residents completed the curriculum spanning postgraduate years 1 through 4. The number of competencies completed ranged from 7 to 19 out of 41. All of the residents passed the theoretical and practical components of the ISUOG Basic Training Examination. For the residency program director survey portion of the study, response rate was 20% (59 of 290). Among the respondents, 55.9% reported having a structured curriculum and 34.4% reported implementing the AIUM curriculum. The two most commonly cited obstacles to implementation of structured ultrasound teaching were uncertainty with how to start the process (49.2%) and lack of faculty engagement (49.2%).ConclusionsImplementation of the AIUM Curriculum within the framework of an Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program at a tertiary medical center is feasible. In our experimental group, completion of the curriculum resulted in passing of an internationally recognized validated assessment. Obstacles to implementation in our program included a wide range of engagement and participation among residents, and limited opportunities to obtain some of the required competencies. Identification of obstacles to implementation from the perspective of residency program directors is critical for developing targeted approaches to ensure widespread implementation. Successful standardized validated sonographic training of graduating Obstetrics and Gynecology residents is crucial for this operator‐dependent modality that has tremendous implications on patient safety and clinical care.

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ISUOG ultrasound training in Oman: evaluating participant long‐term retention and effect of repetitive practical courses on ultrasound knowledge and skills

Cited by 2 publications

References 18 publications

Ultrasound education in the context of COVID‐19: challenges and way forward

Ultrasound education in the context of COVID‐19: challenges and way forward

Successful Implementation of the AIUM Standardized 4‐Year Residency Ultrasound Curriculum in Obstetrics and Gynecology

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