POC Education Reimagined: High-end Ultrasound at Adelaide Health Simulation, The University of Adelaide, Australia

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Adelaide Health Simulation stands as a globally renowned healthcare teaching facility of utmost sophistication. It holds the unique distinction of being the sole accredited learning and teaching simulation facility in Australia with the Society for Simulation in Healthcare.

Assoc Prof Adam Montagu

Director, Adelaide Health Simulation

Point-of-Care ultrasound is something that is likely to be part of any specialty they choose in the future.

Empowering POCUS Education:
Elevating the Training of Future Clinicians

The education of the next generation of clinicians in ultrasound demands sophisticated imaging and simulation capabilities, tailored training scenarios, and interactive educational tools. Furthermore, seamless connectivity, efficient data management, and invaluable training resources from industry partners are essential pillars of support for aspiring learners.

In recent years, Adelaide Health Simulation has witnessed tremendous advancements in medical education and professional collaboration through the integration of advanced Point-of-Care ultrasound (POCUS) technology. By facilitating seamless cooperation between hospitals, training centres, and industry partners, Mindray POCUS has significantly contributed to the education of competent health professionals, expanded the potential of ultrasound in various medical scenarios, and harnessed the power of connected devices and data for improved patient care.

Within Adelaide Health Simulation, the Mindray TEX20 ultrasound system has emerged as an invaluable tool for educating competent health professionals. This portable and user-friendly device enables trainees to visualise anatomical structures, assess physiological changes, and perform simulated interventional procedures. By utilising realistic simulation scenarios, trainees can gain hands-on experience in a safe and controlled environment. This enhances their diagnostic skills, improves procedural competency, and ultimately translates to better patient care outcomes in actual clinical settings.

Simulation Classroom

Expanding Potential into More Specialties

Ultrasound technology has evolved beyond its traditional role and now holds immense potential in various medical scenarios. POCUS empowers healthcare professionals to utilise ultrasound for triage, rapid diagnosis and treatment decision-making in critical situations. In emergency medicine, obstetrics, cardiology, and beyond POCUS has become an essential tool for accurate and timely assessments. The accessibility and versatility of Mindray POCUS have revolutionised medical education, seamlessly integrating ultrasound into different specialties and expanding its clinical applications.

Dr Patrick Feeny

Specialist Emergency Medicine, Clinical Senior Lecturer

I don't think we're anywhere near yet realising the true potential of ultrasound in this space.

Dr Sean McCabe

Simulation Fellow

It's a safe environment with less time constraints, especially when you're learning some of the more high-octane functions, such e-Fast where you have to be doing it very quickly in real life.

Mindray's dedication to connectivity enables the utilisation of advanced technologies, fostering better patient care through the effective management of connected devices and data. Integration of the Mindray POC ultrasound system with synchronised health records, telehealth platforms, and cloud-based databases allows for real-time data sharing, remote consultation, and collaborative decision-making. This enhances continuity of care, facilitates interdisciplinary communication, and ultimately leads to optimal patient outcomes. Additionally, the collection and analysis of ultrasound data can contribute to clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and novel discoveries: further advancing medical knowledge.

X-Link

The Mindray X-Link feature displays information from a physiological monitor straight onto the ultrasound image and integrates more types of data, offering a brand-new view on patient's course of disease. Connected devices and data can contribute to clinical research and quality improvement initiatives, while aggregated and anonymised data from connected devices can be analysed to identify patterns, trends, and outcomes. This information can inform evidence-based practices, drive process improvements, and lead to advancements in patient care.

As POCUS technology continues to advance, it holds the promise of further expanding its applications, enhancing patient outcomes, and fueling innovation in the field of medical care.

Easing Burden for Physicians

Considering the increasingly mobile nature of healthcare, a portable and durable ultrasound device is highly beneficial for training purposes. Portability allows for flexibility in conducting training sessions in various settings, including simulation centres, workshops, lectures, and clinical environments.

Dr Thiru Govindan

Senior Lecturer, University of Adelaide Medical School Specialist Emergency Medicine

A handheld ultrasound machine is a great tool in confirming your clinical diagnosis. It's durable, reliable and real-time.

TE Air can be connected with an ultrasound device such as TEX20, your own phone or different types of tablet devices.

Mindray POC ultrasound has played a pivotal role in elevating the status of the Adelaide Health Simulation Centre into a hub of excellence for medical education and collaborative endeavours. By forging connections between hospitals, educational institutions, and industry collaborators, Mindray's ultrasound solutions have proven instrumental in promoting the development of proficient healthcare professionals and broadening the horizons of ultrasound applications across diverse medical contexts. As the healthcare landscape undergoes ongoing transformation, the incorporation of cutting-edge technologies like Mindray POC ultrasound will continue to be imperative in the pursuit of improved patient care, enriched medical education, and the cultivation of interdisciplinary cooperation.

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