An Interprofessional Approach to Targeted Sonography Training Using Computer-Based Simulation in Medical Students' Clinical Training: A Case Series

Purpose: Document a feasibility study of an interprofessional approach to targeted sonography training (TST) for medical students, incorporating computer-based simulation (CBS). Procedure: Three participants received TST on the abdominal aorta from credentialed sonographers using CBS. Training included didactic instruction, skill demonstration, debrief, and feedback. An assessment template was developed to assess students' skills and provide structured feedback. Students completed a feedback survey on the learning process that followed the training. Results: Students' template scores were similar, despite varying prior exposure to CBS. The importance of deliberate practice, direct feedback when a student is struggling, and a debrief session following skill demonstration was evident in this study. Students agreed that this targeted instructional process provided a low-pressure environment where they could learn from mistakes and improve their confidence. Conclusion: This case series demonstrated how readily a TST session can be accomplished using computer-based simulation and the value of structured feedback.