The Learning Curve

The Learning Curve

By Irtaza AsarScienceEducation
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The Learning Curve episodes

  • Episode 2 - The POCUS Playbook: Smart Strategies for Teaching Ultrasound featuring Dr. Gavin Rogers
    In this episode of The Learning Curve, host Irtaza Asar and expert Dr. Gavin Rogers discuss the critical role of ultrasound in medicine and the importance of incorporating ultrasound education into medical training. They explore effective curriculum development, hands-on training, and overcoming barriers to ultrasound utilization, including legal considerations. The conversation highlights the need for institutional support, the significance of practice in developing ultrasound skills, and valuable resources for educators looking to enhance their ultrasound programs.
     

    Takeaways:

    • Ultrasound is not just an adjunct; it's essential in medical education.
    • Effective ultrasound education requires institutional support and champions.
    • Hands-on practice is crucial for developing ultrasound skills.
    • Image acquisition and interpretation are foundational skills in ultrasound training.
    • Starting small can lead to a robust ultrasound curriculum.
    • Legal concerns often stem from failure to perform rather than misinterpretation.
    • Portable ultrasound devices enhance accessibility and training opportunities.
    • Feedback on ultrasound images can improve learning outcomes.
    • Curriculum development should focus on competency-based milestones.
    • Resources like AIUM and SUSME provide valuable guidance for educators.

      • Resources:

      • Core Ultrasound
      • 3rd Rock Ultrasound
      • Sonosim
      • Butterfly Academy
        • 38 min
      • Episode 1 - Rebooting Journal Club: Less Pain, More Gain featuring Dr. Dhimitri Nikolla

        In this episode of The Learning Curve, Dr. Dhimitri Nikolla discusses innovative strategies for enhancing engagement in Journal Club among medical residents. He emphasizes the importance of critical appraisal skills, the challenges of traditional models, and practical methods to foster resident involvement and learning. The conversation highlights the need for structured curricula and specific tasks to improve the educational experience in academic medicine.

         

        Takeaways

        • Revamping Journal Club can significantly enhance learner engagement.
        • A structured curriculum on critical appraisal is essential.
        • Traditional Journal Club models often lack resident preparation.
        • Focusing on methodology improves understanding and application.
        • Providing specific tasks helps residents succeed in presentations.
        • Engagement can be increased by lowering the expectations for presentations.
        • Residents need to understand the relevance of research to clinical practice.
        • Social environments can facilitate better discussions in Journal Club.
        • Incorporating feedback from residents can improve the Journal Club experience.
        • Feeding residents during sessions can increase attendance and participation.

          • Critical Appraisal Checklist: https://casp-uk.net/casp-tools-checklists/

           

          28 min

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        Welcome to The Learning Curve, a podcast where we celebrate educators in medicine, amplify fresh voices, and explore the unique niches that make teaching as much an art as it is a science.