POCUS at the Bedside: Rapidly Differentiating CHF from COPD Exacerbations

01/04/2025 10 min
POCUS at the Bedside: Rapidly Differentiating CHF from COPD Exacerbations

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP, examine how point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) can help primary care providers differentiate between congestive heart failure (CHF) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations in real-time. They discuss a compelling case that highlights how POCUS led to rapid diagnosis and appropriate treatment, avoiding unnecessary delays and hospitalizations. 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.