Emergency Ultrasound History Podcast

In this episode, Dr Vivek Tayal, the lead editor and author of the 2001 ACEP Emergency Ultrasound Guidelines, sits down with me to share the story of how he got involved with emergency ultrasound. He also shares the story of the 2001 ACEP Emergency Ultrasound Guidelines and the pivotal milestones that occurred that made the 2001 ACEP Emergency Ultrasound Guidelines possible. This is an amazing story! Filled with political intrigue and tremendous battles. Enjoy!

Dr. Diku Mandavia completed his emergency medicine residency at LA County Hospital in the early 1990s. As one of the early pioneers of emergency ultrasound, he shares with us what it was like to practice in the early 90s in Los Angeles and why emergency physician performed ultrasound was a game changer. He recounts the early political battles in emergency ultrasound and the key victories that he helped win. As the first CMO of SonoSite, he provides insight into why physician involvement is so important with guiding the development of new technologies. This is an amazing interview with Dr Mandavia. Don't miss it!