Ayesha Iqbal, Madiha Ahmad, Kevin J Murray, Jison Sim, Terry J S Lund, Anthony J Andrade, Ariadna Perez-Sanchez, Michael J Mader, Elizabeth K Haro, Jason P Williams, Robert Nathanson, Nilam J Soni
INTRODUCTION: Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) can assist rheumatologists in monitoring disease activity, establishing diagnoses, and guiding procedural interventions. POCUS use has been increasing, but little is known about current use and barriers among rheumatologists. The purpose of this study was to characterize current POCUS use, training needs, and barriers to use among rheumatologists in practice. METHODS: A prospective observational study of all Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers was conducted using a web-based survey sent to all chiefs of staff and rheumatology chiefs about current POCUS use, training needs, barriers, and policies...
April 6, 2024: Rheumatology and Therapy