George Washington University
Resident Education Experience
Average Number of US
180-300
Is there a dedicated US month?
Ultrasound is part of orientation for incoming interns, and all interns take a 16 hour Emergency Ultrasound course conforming to ACEP guidelines. Interns also do a two week rotation dedicated to emergency ultrasound, including didactics, scanning, and video review.
Is there an US elective?
Yes - frequently taken by PGY2-4 residents in addition to the required rotation during internship
Number of Residents who went on to become US fellows
5, and others have gone on to teach ultrasound at residency programs.
Number of hours Hands-on (i.e. scan shifts)
28 hours/week
Number of hours Image Review
4 hours/week
Number of hours didactics
1-2
