An integrated ultrasound curriculum (iUSC) for medical students: 4-year experience

Crit Ultrasound J. 2011 Apr;3(1):1-12. doi: 10.1007/s13089-011-0052-9. Epub 2011 Feb 1.

Abstract

A review of the development and implementation of a 4-year medical student integrated ultrasound curriculum is presented. Multiple teaching and assessment modalities are discussed as well as results from testing and student surveys. Lessons learned while establishing the curriculum are summarized. It is concluded that ultrasound is a well received, valuable teaching tool across all 4 years of medical school, and students learn ultrasound well, and they feel their ultrasound experience enhances their medical education.