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Stanford Trial Tests AI-Enhanced Ultrasound Training for Internal Medicine Residents — Impact on Point-of-Care Skills

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3 May 2026

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Stanford University trial investigates whether AI-enhanced ultrasound devices improve learning outcomes for internal medicine residents acquiring point-of-care ultrasound skills. The study compares traditional training against AI-enabled devices, measuring acquisition speed and interpretive accuracy.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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