Bridging the Gap: A Condensed Fetal Cardiology Curriculum Improves Pediatric Cardiology Fellow Performance and Confidence - Takeaways - MDSpire

Bridging the Gap: A Condensed Fetal Cardiology Curriculum Improves Pediatric Cardiology Fellow Performance and Confidence

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  • Nia Choi

  • Shreya S. Sheth

  • Tam T. Doan

  • William Buck Kyle

  • BriAnna Souder

  • Aura Sanchez

  • Deidra Ansah

  • Emily Lawrence

  • Hasti Sanandajifar

  • James Chris Wilkinson

  • Betul Yilmaz Furtun

  • June 3, 2026

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    A novel fetal cardiology curriculum was developed to standardize training for pediatric cardiology fellows at Baylor College of Medicine.

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    The curriculum consists of 10 sessions over 3 weeks, combining didactic lectures and case-based learning to enhance fetal cardiology education.

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    Fellows reported significant improvements in confidence and knowledge regarding fetal cardiac imaging after completing the curriculum.

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    The curriculum was mandatory for all fellows, with participation accommodating clinical responsibilities through in-person and virtual attendance.

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    Survey results indicated that the curriculum effectively enhanced fellows' understanding and interpretation of fetal cardiac imaging topics.

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Bridging the Gap: A Condensed Fetal Cardiology Curriculum Improves Pediatric Cardiology Fellow Performance and Confidence

  • by Nia Choi, Shreya S. Sheth, Tam T. Doan, William Buck Kyle, BriAnna Souder, Aura Sanchez, Deidra Ansah, Emily Lawrence, Hasti Sanandajifar, James Chris Wilkinson, Betul Yilmaz Furtun

  • June 3, 2026

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