The issue of nonsonographers performing ultrasound exams is an extremely controversial subject within our field. The matter should not be just concerned with protecting turf, but should allow for the most effective manner of healthcare for patients. This article is not meant to endorse the practice of ultrasound education, it is meant to address the need for ultrasound education among emergency medicine physicians who are legitimately performing ultrasound exams.
References
1.
1. Heller M, Jehle D: Ultrasound in Emergency Medlicine. Philadelphia: WB Saunders, 1983.
2.
2. Schroeder B: Program tor Medical Ultrasoundl Professionals. Kalona, IA: Civco Medical Instruments, Co.; 1995:5-5.
3.
3. I anoix R: Credentialing issues in emergency medical sonography. Emerg Med Clin North Am. 1997;15:913-913.
4.
4. Mateer J, Plummer D, Heller M, et al: Model curriculum for physician training in emergency ultrasonography. Ann Emerg Med.1994;23(1):95-95.
