Point of Care Ultra-Sound (POCUS)

POCUS Clinic

Babies with suspected DDH require orthopedic consult and ultrasound. The BCCH screening process has typically included up to 3 separate appointments between radiology and orthopaedics. The appointments often require long travel times for patients and their families, which can cause strain and financial burden.

  1. Change from 3 visit model to a 1 visit model.

  2. Decrease emotional & financial strain on patients and families

  3. Reduce healthcare resource use.

Objectives

  • Reduced # of clinic visits and travel time for families.

  • Reduced aggregate clinic wait times.

  • Increased family satisfaction.

Impact

Future

Impact quality of care for patients by:

  • Freeing up hospital staff time and resources

  • Decreased wait times in other clinical areas

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