On November 22, 2024, the Global Health team for India, led by Shweta Yemul Golhar, conducted a virtual training session on Lung Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) at Byramjee-Jeejeebhoy Government Medical College (BJGMC) in Pune, India. The BIDMC Anesthesia team included Huma Hussain, Chau Tran, Adil Manji, and Shirin Saeed. Over ten practicing physicians from BJGMC participated in the session.

Dr. Golhar, an alumnus of BJGMC, introduced the POCUS training program at her alma mater to enhance ultrasound skills among practitioners. The program, launched in October 2024, features comprehensive modules covering ultrasound physics and knobology, RUSH/FAST protocols, and organ-specific POCUS applications for the lungs, heart, and gastric system.

The Lung POCUS session included a demonstration of ultrasound probe techniques using the Vimedix ultrasound simulator, followed by a live demonstration on a model to showcase real-time image acquisition. Participants also engaged in image interpretation exercises, where they received feedback on lung ultrasound images they had submitted. Additionally, de-identified cases from BIDMC were used to illustrate diagnostic approaches and interpretation techniques.

The session received positive feedback, with participants appreciating the practical insights and interactive learning format. The training marked another successful milestone in fostering global collaboration and advancing ultrasound education at BJGMC.