

GEL World Ireland
7 snips Apr 21, 2025
Dr. Cian McDermott, an emergency medicine consultant at the Matter Hospital and an ultrasound champion, shares insights from his transformative journey in ultrasound medicine. He discusses the rich culture and welcoming spirit of Ireland while reflecting on the socio-economic challenges his hospital faces. The impact of international ultrasound conferences on education is emphasized, along with the evolution of point-of-care ultrasound in critical care. McDermott also delves into the importance of integrating advanced clinical workflows for improved patient outcomes.
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Ultrasound Acceptance in Ireland
- In Ireland, ultrasound acceptance in hospitals has grown significantly over the past eight years.
- Support from radiology and interdepartmental collaboration helps build trust in point of care ultrasound.
Cian's ECHO Training Journey
- Cian McDermott shared how he started ECHO accreditation during early COVID while marking his son's birth.
- He now confidently uses advanced echo to manage critically ill patients in the emergency department.
Ultrasound Across Specialties
- Multiple specialties including GI, vascular access, respiratory, anesthesia, and physiotherapy use ultrasound in hospitals.
- Sharing ultrasound knowledge fosters a common language and broader clinical collaboration.