Focused Acute Medicine Ultrasound
FAMUS is the point-of-care ultrasound standard created for Acute Medicine physicians to support the management of the acutely unwell adult patient.
Endorsed by the Society for Acute Medicine and recognised by the AIM training committee as one route to achieving the mandatory AIM POCUS competencies, FAMUS uses a modular approach so clinicians can choose the modules relevant to their practice.
What do you need today?
I want to become
FAMUS accredited
Understand the pathway, register and choose the modules relevant to your practice.
I need supervision or
want to supervise others
Find a FAMUS supervisor or mentor, or learn how to become an approved supervisor.
I want to find a
FAMUS course
Find approved FAMUS training, upcoming dates, locations and booking information.
Looking for FAMUS learning resources?
Access the FAMUS educational website for ultrasound theory, scanning techniques, pathology, images and learning material for each module.
Two sites, one FAMUS journey
This SAM FAMUS Hub is your home for accreditation, courses, supervisors, curriculum and FAQs. For interactive educational content, visit the FAMUS educational website.
Explore FAMUS modules
Choose a module to explore the curriculum, accreditation requirements and supporting information.
FAMUS theory module
The ultrasound knowledge and principles underpinning practical FAMUS accreditation.
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FAMUS thoracic module
Focused lung and pleural ultrasound for assessment of the acutely unwell patient.
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FAMUS abdominal / renal module
Focused assessment of the renal tract, bladder and abdominal free fluid.
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FAMUS DVT module
Focused lower-limb venous ultrasound for assessment of deep venous thrombosis.
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FAMUS Lumbar Puncture module
Ultrasound-assisted site marking to support successful lumbar puncture.
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FAMUS Peripheral Access module
A practical framework for ultrasound-guided peripheral vascular access.
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Still not sure where to start? We’re here to help.
If you have a question that hasn’t been answered elsewhere in the FAMUS Hub, start with our frequently asked questions. If you still need help, contact the FAMUS team and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.