In this episode of Everyday Medicine, hosted by Christopher Chiu, Dr. Paul Shaniuk discusses Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) during the Ohio chapter of the American College of Physicians' Annual Conference. Dr. Shaniuk, a hospitalist at the VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System, explains POCUS, which is performed by clinicians at the bedside for real-time diagnostic interpretation. He describes the evolution and significance of POCUS compared to the traditional stethoscope. The conversation covers practical applications, including assessing dyspneic patients, cardiac evaluation, and volume status assessment, as well as the differences between POCUS and formal ultrasounds. Dr. Shaniuk also talks about how clinicians can obtain training and credentialing in POCUS, the integration of POCUS into daily practice, and the importance of developing robust POCUS programs within medical institutions.

00:00 Introduction to Everyday Medicine

00:37 Introducing Dr. Paul Shaniuk and POCUS

04:04 Practical Uses of POCUS in Hospital Medicine

08:05 POCUS in Outpatient and Primary Care

10:57 Training and Credentialing in POCUS

15:07 Building a POCUS Program

19:54 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

20:45 Closing Remarks