Incorporating POCUS and Regional Anesthesia into Clinical Practice

Ultrasound has changed the way anesthesia providers assess patients, perform regional techniques, and make decisions at the bedside. But for CRNAs who trained before these tools became commonplace, adding those skills can feel intimidating.

In this episode of Beyond the Mask, recorded at the IFNA Congress in Australia, Christian Falyar, DNAP, CRNA, FAANA joins us to talk about how point-of-care ultrasound and regional anesthesia are becoming increasingly important parts of full-scope CRNA practice.

Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode:

🔍 Start With POCUS: Build ultrasound comfort before advanced procedures

🧠 Understand the Anatomy: Technique follows strong foundational knowledge

💉 Practice the Needling: Hands-on repetition builds procedural confidence

🤝 Find a Mentor: Workshops alone cannot replace guided practice

📈 Don’t Settle: Full-scope practice requires continued growth

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