Master POCUS Research: From Idea to Impact
Presented by Dr. Stig Holm Ovesen & Dr. Burcu Azapoğlu Kaymak
Moderated by Dr. Adrian Wong & Dr. Francesco Corradi
WINFOCUS presents
Master POCUS Research: From Idea to Impact
May 28th, 2:00pm CEST
Great ideas are not enough.
In POCUS research, one of the biggest barriers is the gap between clinical intuition and the methodological rigor required to turn that intuition into publishable, impactful evidence.
This challenge is especially real for early-career clinicians and for anyone who has ever asked: “Where do I even start?”
This webinar is designed to bridge that gap. Through real-world case studies, we will dissect both:
- an “accepted” paper with limited real-world impact
- an “rejected” paper with strong potential
Why do some studies succeed – and others fail? More importantly: how can you design research that truly matters?
In Part 1 we will cover the essential pillars of high-quality POCUS research:
- How to apply POCUS-specific reporting guidelines
- How to design Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) (including operator variability)
- How to approach sample size and diagnostic accuracy
- How to manage inter-rater variability and data reliability
In the Part 2, you’ll step into the role of a critical appraiser.Together with the panel, you will:
- Analyze real ultrasound studies
- Identify strengths, weaknesses, and hidden pitfalls
- Understand what makes a paper publishable—and impactful
It’s an opportunity to:
- Gain practical tools you can immediately apply
- Avoid common mistakes that lead to rejection or low impact
- Align with a shared vision of high-quality POCUS research
- Become part of a growing international teaching and research network
By the end of this webinar, you will not only understand how to design better POCUS studies – you will have a clear roadmap for contributing to the future of diagnostic research.
Speakers
Dr. Stig Holm Ovesen, PhD
Aarhus, Denmark
Medical doctor and early-career researcher specializing in emergency medicine, imaging and diagnostic strategies for patients with acute illnesses at Aarhus University. His research focuses on Point-of-Care Ultrasound diagnostics and AI-assisted stroke MRI.
Dr. Burcu Azapoğlu Kaymak
Istanbul, Turkey
WINFOCUS Turkiye Course Coordinator, Instructor US Section – Emergency Medicine. Attending Physician in the department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Health Sciences, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Education and Research Hospital, and ultrasound instructor and the vice president of the US Section of EMAT.
During her 3 years as vice president, she organized more than 30 basic and advanced ultrasound courses in Turkey.
Ultrasound instructor with more than 7 years of experience providing point-of-care ultrasound for critically-ill patients and assisting in training new residents, paramedics, and students through participation in courses.
Her main education and research interests include diaphragm and lung ultrasound, ultrasound guided procedures, and point-of-care ultrasound in critically ill patients.
Her clinical practice mainly involves the care of a wide variety of medical conditions, including trauma resuscitations, cardiac arrests, acute coronary syndromes, strokes, and other life-threatening illnesses.
Moderators
Dr. Adrian Wong BSc (Hons), MRCP (UK), FRCA, EDIC, FFCM
London, United Kingdom
Consultant in anaesthesia & intensive care since 2015, currently at King’s College Hospital in London. Within the field of ultrasound, his focus has been on training, accreditation, assessment of organ perfusion, and right heart imaging. His research includes clinical governance, safety, medical education, and professional well-being.
He is a member of the Intensive Care Society FUSIC Committee; he sits on the ESICM Executive Committee and is an examiner for the European Diploma of Intensive Care Medicine. He is on the executive committee of the International Fluid Academy and is the ex- chair of the Social Media and Digital Content Committee of ESICM.
Dr. Francesco Corradi, PhD
La Spezia, Italy
Specialist in anaesthesia and intensive care, in internal medicine, PhD in Ultrasonography.
The experience gained whilst working in the Internal Medicine ward, Medical Ambulance Service, Emergency Medicine ward, Liver Intensive Care Unit, Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit and finally Mixed Intensive Care Unit allowed him to be aware and confident with the first-line and advanced care of patients in difficult settings and with the expert management of different types of emergencies (cardiology, gastroenterology, respiratory, neurology), in and out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, acute respiratory failure, trauma, bleeding emergencies, renal replacement therapies and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) procedures].
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I learn in this POCUS research webinar?
Practical tools for designing quality ultrasound studies, understanding diagnostic accuracy, managing inter-rater variability, and producing publishable POCUS evidence.
Who should attend?
Physicians, emergency medicine specialists, and healthcare professionals interested in POCUS research methodology.
Is this WINFOCUS webinar free?
Yes, registration is completely free.
Will the recording be available after the webinar?
Yes. The recording will be added to the WINFOCUS e-library, available exclusively for WINFOCUS members after the event.