State University of New York at Buffalo
Residency Program in Emergency Medicine
 
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Ultrasound Track

  • Complete the review of the required number of ultrasound studies (800) and course work required in order to prepare for the RDMS certification exam through the “4A1 track”.  Sign up for taking the RDMS exam after completing the EM residency

  • Provide ultrasound instruction for EM1 rotation/other local sites and either:
    • Regional meetings (eg NY ACEP)
    • National meetings
    • Local program for medical students

  • Do 3rd year elective in ultrasound including additional training with Cardiology, Radiology and Vascular Lab

  • Complete one of the following:
    • Write a chapter for an ultrasound text
    • Complete a manuscript of an ultrasound study for submission to a peer reviewed journal


  • Demonstrate knowledge of ultrasound machine options, purchasing issues and maintenance for state-of-the-art machines at completion of residency

Contact Info: Dee McCarthy, Program Coordinator, Dept. of Emergency Medicine, 100 High St., Buffalo, NY 14203
Tel: 716-859-1499, Fax: 716-859-1555, Email: dmccarthy@kaleidahealth.org