“Pneumonia Diagnosis at the Bedside” — Southern Medicine Podcast is Now Available

In this episode of SMA's Southern Medicine Podcast, Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP, dive into a real-life case where a primary care doctor used POCUS to diagnose pneumonia in a patient with a cough, leading to quick and effective treatment. They discuss the evidence behind lung ultrasound, what the ultrasound revealed in this case, and how it made a difference for the patient Join them to explore how POCUS is making primary care more efficient, accurate, and patient-focused.

Dr. Tatiana Havryliuk is an emergency physician and founder of Hello Sono. With 15 years of experience using POCUS in diverse settings, from urban EDs to Everest Base Camp, she is dedicated to extending its benefits to more patients. With Hello Sono, she and her team support practices in building compliant, high-quality, and profitable POCUS programs through tailored education and implementation.

This topic is important because it shows how POCUS can help primary care providers make quicker, more accurate diagnoses, like catching pneumonia right at the bedside. It’s a game-changer for patients, reducing delays, avoiding unnecessary tests, and ensuring they get the right treatment faster.