Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS)
Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) is the use of ultrasound at the bedside to support patient diagnosis, clinical decision-making and care across a range of healthcare settings.
Subject overview
Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) is an increasingly important area of clinical practice. It enables healthcare professionals to use ultrasound imaging at the patient bedside to support diagnosis, treatment and ongoing care. Combining technical imaging skills with clinical expertise, POCUS helps clinicians make timely, informed decisions in acute and complex healthcare environments.
Postgraduate study in POCUS develops advanced knowledge of ultrasound physics, image acquisition and interpretation, scanning of specific body regions, and ultrasound-guided procedures. Students also develop reflective practice skills and learn to apply POCUS safely, effectively and within professional and regulatory frameworks. The programme is designed for experienced healthcare professionals seeking to enhance patient care through evidence-based use of bedside ultrasound technologies.
Where can POCUS take you?
POCUS can support career development for healthcare professionals working in acute and clinical care settings by providing advanced diagnostic imaging skills that enhance patient assessment, care and management.