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WCUME 2026 AGENDA<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thursday, October 22, 2026
WCUME Pre-Conference Sessions<\/strong>
(Additional Fee)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lunch included with registration fee for in-person attendees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

11:00am              Registration & Lunch Pick-Up<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12:00pm \u2013 4:30pm Pre-Conference Sessions (Click below for detailed agenda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Principles to Practice: Sonography Principles Instrumentation (SPI) Review<\/a> *<\/td>$200<\/td><\/tr>
Ultrasound Guided Regional Anesthesia<\/a> (in-person only)<\/td>$250<\/td><\/tr>
Ultrasound Without Borders: Foundations of Global POCUS Education and Implementation<\/a> *<\/td>$200<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
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6:00pm – 8:00pm Pre-Conference Reception<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rocky Mountain Grill, 333 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA 235310<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kick off the 10th World Congress on Ultrasound in Medical Education (WCUME) with a relaxed evening at Rocky Mountain Grill at Waterside. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drink tickets, live entertainment, and scenic views of the Elizabeth River as you connect with fellow attendees from across the country and around the world. Whether you’re reconnecting with longtime colleagues or meeting new peers, this casual welcome reception is the perfect opportunity to unwind, make connections and start your WCUME experience on a high note.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Friday, October 23, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
8:00am<\/td>Registration\/Breakfast\/Visit Exhibitors<\/td><\/tr>
9:00am<\/td>Welcome and Opening Remarks<\/em><\/strong>
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9:25am<\/td>The Power of the Probe: Maternal Mortality & the Role of Ultrasound
Alfred Abuhamad, MD<\/em><\/td><\/tr>
9:45am<\/td>From Learner to Clinician: The Power of Ultrasound Education in Practice
Barry Knapp, MD<\/em><\/td><\/tr>
10:00am<\/td>Break\/Visit Exhibitors<\/td><\/tr>
10:30am<\/td>Concurrent Session 1<\/strong>
How we built this – Stories of Ultrasound in Medical Education
Moderator: <\/strong>Barry Knapp, MD <\/em>Panelists: David Banher, MD; Richard Hoppmann, MD; Chris Fox, MD; John Kendall, MD; <\/em>and Felicia Toreno, PhD, MS, RT, RDMS<\/em>

From Sound Wave to Lives Saved: How Ultrasound Foundations Improve Images, Decisions, and Care
Gavin Rogers, MD<\/em>

Concurrent Session 2<\/strong>
Oral Abstracts

Concurrent Session 3<\/strong>
Ultrasound Fundamentals Lab: Abdomen: Gallbladder, Aorta, Kidneys
Lauren Gallion, MD<\/em><\/td><\/tr>
12:00pm<\/td>Lunch\/Visit Exhibitors<\/td><\/tr>
1:00pm<\/td>Keynote<\/em><\/strong>
Blueprints to Bedside: The Next Era of Ultrasound Education
John Kendall, MD<\/em><\/td><\/tr>
2:00pm<\/td>Break\/Visit Exhibitors<\/td><\/tr>
2:30pm<\/td>Concurrent Session 4<\/strong>
The Future of US in Medical Education Panel
Moderator: John Kendall, MD<\/em> Panelist: Tomas Villen, MD; Craig Goodmurphy, PhD, MSc; Ilya Ostrovsky, MD; Jeffrey Yates, MPA, PA-C; <\/em>and Delicia Peeples<\/em>

Institutional Leadership in Promoting Ultrasound Education Panel
Moderator: Barry Knapp, MD<\/em> Panelist: Alfred Abuhamad, MD; Richard Hoppmann, MD; <\/em>and Chris Fox, MD<\/em>

Concurrent Session 5<\/strong>
Teaching Regional Anesthesia. Right Block, Right Patient, Right Now
Donald Byars, MD<\/em>

From A-Mode to Virtual Beam: Sonography Then and Now
Fredrick Kremkau, PhD<\/em>

AI Assisted Feedback: Hype, Help, or Hazard?
Creagh Boulger, MD<\/em>

Concurrent Session 6<\/strong>
Poster Presentations<\/td><\/tr>
4:30pm<\/td>Welcome Reception<\/strong> on EVMS Lester Hall Lawn
ODU Medical Campus, Towne Bank Lawn, 651 Colley Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23510 <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Join us on TowneBank Lawn, outside Lester Hall, for Destination: Virginia \u2013 a celebration of the Commonwealth\u2019s rich history, culture, and cuisine. Sample local fare and specialty cocktails inspired by four distinct regions of Virginia while enjoying live music and connecting with fellow WCUME attendees. Come experience a taste of Virginia and discover what makes the Commonwealth such a special place to gather. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saturday, October 24, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
7:30am<\/td>Breakfast\/Visit Exhibitors<\/td><\/tr>
9:00am<\/td>Keynote<\/em><\/strong>
From Labels to Learning: A Practical Introduction to Building Imaging AI Tools
Mike Blaivas, MD, MBA<\/em><\/td><\/tr>
10:00am<\/td>Break\/Visit Exhibitors<\/td><\/tr>
10:30am<\/td>Concurrent Session 7<\/strong>
The Great Debate: Point Counter Point – Is Ultrasound Part of the Physical Exam?
Moderator: Gavin Rogers, MD<\/em> Panelists: Kean Feyzeau, MD <\/em>and Creagh Boulger, MD<\/em>

The Great Debate: Point Counter Point – What is the bar for competency and scanning in the clinical realm?
Moderator: Gavin Rogers, MD<\/em> Panelist: Edmund Hsu, MD, MSIDT, FPD-AEMUS<\/em> and
Daniel Migliaccio, MD<\/em>

Beyond the Mission Trip: Building Sustainable Ultrasound Education in Global Health
Katherine Schaffer, MD
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From Stethoscope to Scan: POCUS in the Ambulatory Setting
Natalie Nguyen, DO
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Concurrent Session 8<\/strong>
A Continuation from Morning Keynote
From Labels to Learning: A Practical Introduction to Building Imaging AI Tools
Michael Blaivas, MD, MBA<\/em>

Concurrent Session 9<\/strong>
Ultrasound Hands-on Lab \u2013 Introduction to Limited Transthoracic Echocardiography
Kaitlynn Butler, MD, CCEeXAM, RDCS, RDMS<\/em> and Matthew Jones, MD, MS, CCEeXAM, RDCS<\/em>

Concurrent Session 10<\/strong>
Poster Presentations<\/td><\/tr>
12:00pm<\/td>Lunch\/Visit Exhibitors<\/td><\/tr>
1:00pm<\/td>Concurrent Session 11<\/strong>
Living Anatomy: Teaching and Learning Form and Function with Ultrasound
Craig Goodmurphy, PhD, MSc<\/em>

Beyond the Scan: Building Competency, Credentialing, and Trust in Point-of-Care Ultrasound in the Age of AI
Eric A. Savitsky, MD<\/em>

The Great POCUS Competency Debate: What Are The Stakes and Who decides?
Moderator: Eric A. Savitsky, MD<\/em> Panelist: Jeffrey Yates, MPA, PA-C; Sarab Sodhi, MD; Thomas Cook, MD; Edmund Hsu, MD;<\/em> and Daniel Migliaccio, MD<\/em>

Concurrent Session 12<\/strong>
Oral Abstracts

Concurrent Session 13<\/strong>
Ultrasound Hands-on Lab \u2013 Guided, Not Blind: Ultrasound Procedures
Donald Byars, MD<\/em> and Matthew Jones, MD<\/em>, MS, CCEeXAM, RDCS<\/em>

Concurrent Session 14<\/strong>
Poster Presentations<\/td><\/tr>
2:30pm<\/td>Break\/Visit Exhibitors <\/td><\/tr>
3:00pm<\/td>Keynote <\/em><\/strong>
Teaching the Next Generation: Practical Strategies for Modern Learners
Cristina Shenvi, MD<\/em><\/td><\/tr>
4:00pm <\/td>Can We Make POCUS Cheap and Ubiquitous?
Thomas Cook, MD<\/em><\/td><\/tr>
4:30pm<\/td>Special Awards Presentation<\/td><\/tr>
4:30pm<\/td>Ultrasound World Cup (US Student Competition)<\/td><\/tr>
6:30pm<\/td>Cocktail Reception<\/strong> at Grain
Hilton Norfolk the Main, 100 E. Main Street, Norfolk, VA 23510 <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Raise a glass and celebrate WCUME 2026 at Grain, the rooftop bar at Hilton Norfolk the Main. Enjoy an evening of hors d\u2019oeuvres, drink tickets, live entertainment and breathtaking views of the Elizabeth River and Norfolk skyline. Set against one of the city\u2019s most spectacular waterfront backdrops, this elegant evening is an opportunity to relax around the firepit, show off your skills at the pool or shuffleboard tables, and celebrate the connections and experiences that made WCUME such a special gathering.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunday, October 25, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
7:30am<\/td>Breakfast\/Visit Exhibitors<\/td><\/tr>
8:45am<\/td>Keynote <\/em><\/strong>
The Invisible Probe That Saves Lives: Educating the Next Generation in Resuscitative TEE
Felipe Teran, MD<\/em><\/td><\/tr>
9:45am<\/td>What Will You Do On Monday: Reflections and What\u2019s Next
David Bahner, MD<\/em><\/td><\/tr>
10:00am<\/td>Break<\/td><\/tr>
10:30am<\/td>Concurrent Session 15<\/strong>
Ultrasound in Critical Moments: Teaching High-Stakes Scanning and Decision-Making
Jennifer Carnell, MD<\/em>

RV There Yet: POCUS Evaluation of the Right Heart
Michael Wollenberg, MD<\/em>

The Crash Case Series: Ultrasound that changed management
Jennifer Carnell, MD<\/em> and Ilya Ostrovsky, MD<\/em>

Concurrent Session 16<\/strong>
Oral Abstracts

Concurrent Session 17<\/strong>
Ultrasound Hands-on Lab \u2013 Ultrasound Fundamentals Lab: TEE and RESUS (limited capacity)
Michelle Clinton, MD and Jonathan R. Nogueira, DO<\/em> 

Concurrent Session 18<\/strong>
Poster Presentations<\/td><\/tr>
12:00pm<\/td>Adjourn<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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