University of Virginia
Resident Education Experience
Average Number of US
Interns are expected to perform at least 40 scans of each application type during their two-week rotation.
Is there a dedicated US month?
2-week intern rotation.
Is there an US elective?
Yes
UVA also offers a track system for residents seeking additional training in various areas within emergency medicine, including point of care ultrasound.
Number of Residents who went on to become US fellows
Average of 1 every two years
Number of hours Hands-on (i.e. scan shifts)
20 hours/week
Number of hours Image Review
2 hours/week
Number of hours didactics
The ultrasound division provides recurring didactics during resident conference that mirrors the 18 month resident conference curriculum.
Other Information
Upper level residents may pursue a longitudinal track in ultrasound. Currently four residents do so. They do scanning shifts in the ED, attend ultrasound journal club, and participate in research projects.
