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Neuromuscular ultrasound competency assessment: Consensus-based survey
Eman A Tawfik1, Michael S Cartwright2, Alexander Grimm3
1Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt.
Muscle & Nerve
|December 31, 2020
Summary
Physician competency assessment for neuromuscular ultrasound is crucial for quality patient care. Experts established a consensus framework and identified essential knowledge and skills for minimal competency in this evolving field.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Medical Imaging
- Ultrasound Technology
Background:
- Neuromuscular ultrasound is a rapidly advancing medical specialty.
- Ensuring practitioner quality requires standardized competency assessment, especially for new users.
- Objective evaluation methods are needed for neuromuscular ultrasound skills.
Purpose of the Study:
- To survey expert opinions on physician competency assessment for neuromuscular ultrasound.
- To identify the minimal knowledge and skills required for neuromuscular ultrasound competency.
- To develop a framework for assessing neuromuscular ultrasound competence.
Main Methods:
- The Delphi method was employed, involving two electronic surveys.
- Eighteen neuromuscular ultrasound experts participated in the study.
- Consensus was sought on assessment frameworks, conduct, and required competencies.
Main Results:
- A high degree of consensus was achieved among experts.
- A general framework for neuromuscular ultrasound competency assessment was developed.
- Specific testable areas of knowledge and skills for minimal competency were recommended.
Conclusions:
- Experts reached consensus on a neuromuscular ultrasound competency assessment framework.
- Defined knowledge and skills provide a basis for establishing minimal competency standards.
- This framework supports quality assurance in neuromuscular ultrasound practice.
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