POCUS AI: Today's Hype vs. Tomorrow's Reality
Monday, October 5, 2026 8:00 AM to 8:50 AM · 50 min. (America/Chicago)
Workshop
Educational - Research Forum
Information
Join our panel of experts as we rigorously evaluate the evidence behind AI-assisted POCUS, cutting through the hype to address the clinical realities of acquisition, interpretation, and workflow integration. We will navigate the complex balance between democratizing ultrasound for novice users and mitigating risks like automation bias and deskilling, reshaping how we approach competency and education. Finally, this session offers actionable strategies to overcome implementation barriers while ensuring safe and collaborative development for the future of POCUS.
Speakers

John Bailitz
Professor of EM and MedEd, Vice Chair of Academic AffairsNUEM
Michael Gottlieb
Professor of Emergency Medicine, Vice Chair of Research, Ultrasound Division DirectorRush University Medical Center
Rachel Liu
MDYale University School of Medicine
Cristiana Baloescu
MDYale University
Michael Blaivas
MD, MBA, FACEPUniversity of South Carolina School of Medicine