Enhancing regional neonatal cardiology learning and peer review through virtual platforms.

Neonatologist-performed echocardiography (NPE) is a useful tool for managing sick neonates and those with congenital heart disease and rhythm abnormalities.1 2 NPE is being adopted in UK clinical practice; however, not all units have neonatologists performing echocardiography or robust governance systems for peer review.3 Singh et al ’s survey informed that while almost all neonatal sub-specialty trainees would like to develop echocardiography skills, a significant proportion reported the lack of opportunities to do so.4 With the recognition of the need for training, peer review of echocardiograms and shared learning, a virtual learning platform was launched in the West Midlands Region. All neonatal units in the region were invited to lead the sessions on a rotational …