Ultrasound in undergraduate medical education: a systematic and critical review

ConclusionsOur analysis has shown that the frequently repeated rationales for the integration of ultrasound in UME are not supported by a sufficient base of empirical research. The repetition of these dominant discursive rationales in academic publications legitimises them and may preclude further primary research. As the value of clinical ultrasound use by medical students remains unproven, educators must consider whether the associated financial and temporal costs are justified or whether more research is required.

Source: Medical Education - January 23, 2017 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Zac Feilchenfeld, Tim Dornan, Cynthia Whitehead, Ayelet Kuper Tags: Medical Education in Review Source Type: research