Bruce J. Kimura

Bio: Bruce J. Kimura is an academic researcher from Scripps Mercy Hospital. The author has contributed to research in topics: Medicine & Intravascular ultrasound. The author has an hindex of 24, co-authored 59 publications receiving 2262 citations. Previous affiliations of Bruce J. Kimura include Mercy Medical Center (Baltimore, Maryland) & University of California, San Diego.

Focused cardiac ultrasound: recommendations from the American Society of Echocardiography.

Abstract: 1. Why is a guideline needed? 567 2. Definitions 568 a. What is FCU? 568 b. Terminology 568 3. Differentiation of FCU and ‘‘Limited TTE’’ 568 a. Examination Expectations 569 b. Equipment 570 c. Image Acquisition 570 d. Image Interpretation 570 e. Billing 571 4. Considerations for Successful Use of FCU as an Adjunct to Physical Examination 571 a. Personnel 571 b. Equipment 571 c. Potential Limitations of FCU 572 5. FCU Scope of Practice 573 a. FCU When Echocardiography is Not Promptly Available 573 b. FCU When Echocardiography is Not Practical 574

International Evidence-Based Recommendations for Focused Cardiac Ultrasound

Abstract: Background Focused cardiac ultrasound (FoCUS) is a simplified, clinician-performed application of echocardiography that is rapidly expanding in use, especially in emergency and critical care medicine. Performed by appropriately trained clinicians, typically not cardiologists, FoCUS ascertains the essential information needed in critical scenarios for time-sensitive clinical decision making. A need exists for quality evidence-based review and clinical recommendations on its use. Methods The World Interactive Network Focused on Critical UltraSound conducted an international, multispecialty, evidence-based, methodologically rigorous consensus process on FoCUS. Thirty-three experts from 16 countries were involved. A systematic multiple-database, double-track literature search (January 1980 to September 2013) was performed. The Grading of Recommendation, Assessment, Development and Evaluation method was used to determine the quality of available evidence and subsequent development of the recommendations. Evidence-based panel judgment and consensus was collected and analyzed by means of the RAND appropriateness method. Results During four conferences (in New Delhi, Milan, Boston, and Barcelona), 108 statements were elaborated and discussed. Face-to-face debates were held in two rounds using the modified Delphi technique. Disagreement occurred for 10 statements. Weak or conditional recommendations were made for two statements and strong or very strong recommendations for 96. These recommendations delineate the nature, applications, technique, potential benefits, clinical integration, education, and certification principles for FoCUS, both for adults and pediatric patients. Conclusions This document presents the results of the first International Conference on FoCUS. For the first time, evidence-based clinical recommendations comprehensively address this branch of point-of-care ultrasound, providing a framework for FoCUS to standardize its application in different clinical settings around the world.

Recommendations for Echocardiography Laboratories Participating in Cardiac Point of Care Cardiac Ultrasound (POCUS) and Critical Care Echocardiography Training: Report from the American Society of Echocardiography

Abstract: James N. Kirkpatrick, MD, FASE, Richard Grimm, DO, FASE, Amer M. Johri, MD, FASE, Bruce J. Kimura, MD, Smadar Kort, MD, FASE, Arthur J. Labovitz, MD, FASE, Michael Lanspa, MD, FASE, Sue Phillip, RCS, FASE, Samreen Raza, MD, Kelly Thorson, MSRS, ACS, RDCS, RCCS, FASE, and Joel Turner, MD, FRCP, Seattle, Washington; Cleveland, Ohio; Kingston, Ontario andMontreal, Quebec, Canada; San Diego and Palo Alto, California; Stony Brook, New York, Tampa and Naples, Florida; Salt Lake City, Utah; Baltimore, Maryland; Plano, Texas

2014 AHA/ACC Guideline for the Management of Patients With Valvular Heart Disease A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Practice Guidelines

Abstract: Jeffrey L. Anderson, MD, FACC, FAHA, Chair , Jonathan L. Halperin, MD, FACC, FAHA, Chair-Elect , Nancy M. Albert, PhD, CCNS, CCRN, FAHA, Biykem Bozkurt, MD, PhD, FACC, FAHA, Ralph G. Brindis, MD, MPH, MACC, Mark A. Creager, MD, FACC, FAHA[§§][1], Lesley H. Curtis, PhD, FAHA, David DeMets, PhD,

2014 AHA/ACC Guideline for the Management of Patients With Valvular Heart Disease: Executive Summary A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Practice Guidelines

Abstract: Jeffrey L. Anderson, MD, FACC, FAHA, Chair , Jonathan L. Halperin, MD, FACC, FAHA, Chair-Elect , Nancy M. Albert, PhD, CCNS, CCRN, FAHA, Biykem Bozkurt, MD, PhD, FACC, FAHA, Ralph G. Brindis, MD, MPH, MACC, Mark A. Creager, MD, FACC, FAHA[§§][1], Lesley H. Curtis, PhD, FAHA, David DeMets, PhD,

2014 AHA/ACC Guideline for the Management of Patients With Valvular Heart Disease A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Practice Guidelines Developed in Collaboration With the American Association for Thoracic Surgery, American Society of Echocardiography, Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists, and Society of Thoracic Surgeons WRITING COMMITTEE MEMBERS*

Abstract: Jeffrey L. Anderson, MD, FACC, FAHA, Chair , Jonathan L. Halperin, MD, FACC, FAHA, Chair-Elect , Nancy M. Albert, PhD, CCNS, CCRN, FAHA, Biykem Bozkurt, MD, PhD, FACC, FAHA, Ralph G. Brindis, MD, MPH, MACC, Mark A. Creager, MD, FACC, FAHA[§§][1], Lesley H. Curtis, PhD, FAHA, David DeMets, PhD,