The Trauma Pro
AUGUST 1, 2023
I wrote about posterior hip dislocation and how to reduce it using the “standard” technique quite some time ago (see link below). Emergency physicians and orthopedic surgeons at UCSF-Fresno have published their experience with a reduction technique called the Captain Morgan. Named after the pose of the trademark pirate for Captain Morgan rum , this technique simplifies the task of pulling the hip back into position.
NRC Health
AUGUST 1, 2023
In this episode we talk with John Berg, Marketing Director and AVP of UF Health, and Ryan Donohue, Strategic Advisor at NRC Health. The post Building Loyalty into the Patient Experience appeared first on NRC Health.
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EB Medicine
AUGUST 1, 2023
In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD, and TR Eckler, MD, interview Al Sacchetti, MD, about the August 2023 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Evidence-Based Management of Pulmonary Embolism in the Emergency Department Etiology/pathophysiology Risk factors Differential diagnosis Prehospital care ED history and physical exam Diagnostic scoring systems Pregnant patients Diagnostic studies ECG D-Dimer Troponin & BNP Chest x-ray CT V/Q scans MRI US Treatment IV fluids Anticoagulation Vasopressor
ACEP Now
AUGUST 1, 2023
Each year, ACEP’s Council elects new leaders for the College at its meeting. The Council, which represents all 53 chapters, 40 sections of membership, the Association of Academic Chairs of Emergency Medicine, the Council of Emergency Medicine Residency Directors, the Emergency Medicine Residents’ Association, and the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine, will elect four members to the ACEP Board of Directors when it meets in October, along with a new President-Elect, Council Speaker and Counc
Emergency Live
AUGUST 1, 2023
Canada’s fires choke America – the reason why Tragedies can be many things, sometimes even ecological, but sometimes the consequences can be truly dramatic. In this case, we have to talk about the various fires that raged in Canada, and how they choked other American states precisely because of the nature of that fire. It […] The post Devastating Flames, Smoke and Ecological Crisis - An Analysis of Causes and Consequences appeared first on Emergency Live.
Medagadget
AUGUST 1, 2023
Researchers at the University of Hong Kong have developed a microneedle patch for the drug-free treatment of skin infections, such as acne. Acne is often treated using antibiotics, but these have limited effectiveness over the long term and can result in drug-resistant bacteria. In an effort to develop a drug-free alternative, these researchers have created a microneedle patch that is ultrasound responsive.
Emergency Live
AUGUST 1, 2023
How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionising First Aid Artificial Intelligence (AI) is showing enormous promise in making first aid interventions easier, faster and more effective. Using smartphones and road accident detection systems, AI can automatically notify help, reducing critical response times. This innovative technology could have a significant impact on the survival of victims of severe […] The post New Frontiers for Fast Response Times and Effective Training appeared first on
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Emergency Live
AUGUST 1, 2023
The sty is a benign inflammation of the sebaceous glands present in the eyelashes, which manifests itself as a bubble similar to a pimple or a rounded acne pimple with a rather compact consistency; it usually appears on the outer wall of the eyelid, much less frequently on the inner wall The post Stye, an overview appeared first on Emergency Live.
EM Literature of Note
AUGUST 1, 2023
In case you missed this beautiful little article, it’s worth re-highlighting regarding the paradoxical “cost” of “quality” In theory, high-quality care is its own reward. Timely actions and interventions, thoughtful and thorough evaluations, and appropriate guideline adherence when applicable are all goals with reasonable face validity for healthcare delivery.
EMDocs
AUGUST 1, 2023
Here’s another case from Medical Malpractice Insights – Learning from Lawsuits , a monthly email newsletter for ED physicians. The goal of MMI-LFL is to improve patient safety, educate physicians and reduce the cost and stress of medical malpractice lawsuits. To opt in to the free subscriber list, click here. Stories of med mal lawsuits can save lives.
NRC Health
AUGUST 1, 2023
At HUB23, you’ll find expanded, dynamic programming focused on bringing impact to your organization. The post HUB23 Preview: Susan B. Frampton, Ph.D. appeared first on NRC Health.
ACEP Now
AUGUST 1, 2023
JACEP Open Earns its First Impact Factor The Journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians Open (JACEP Open) has achieved a major milestone in scientific publishing. ACEP’s international, open access, peer-reviewed, online journal has received its first calculated Impact Factor of 2.3. This ranks the journal 21 of 54 in the emergency medicine subject category (62nd percentile).
NRC Health
AUGUST 1, 2023
In this episode we talk with John Berg, Marketing Director and AVP of UF Health, and Ryan Donohue, Strategic Advisor at NRC Health. The post Building Loyalty into the Patient Experience appeared first on NRC Health.
ACEP Now
AUGUST 1, 2023
ACEP Now offers real-time clinical news, news from the American College of Emergency Physicians, and news on practice trends and health care reform for the emergency medicine physician. ACEP Now is an official publication of the American College of Emergency Physicians.
American Medical Compliance
AUGUST 1, 2023
Psychological services must include a variety of behavioral support services that encourage the development of adaptive, pro-social behaviors, enhance rehabilitation, and assist in reducing the incidence of behaviors that hinder recovery and community integration. What You’ll Learn Overview of behavioral support services Milieu and individual behavioral support services Handling requests for consultation Consultation and feedback Completing functional assessments Developing Type I and Type
ACEP Now
AUGUST 1, 2023
Question I am overwhelmed by all things financial. What is the simplest, most reliable way for me to have a secure retirement? Answer As much as I enjoy learning, talking, and writing about “all things financial,” I recognize that most doctors are not hobbyists when it comes to personal finance and investing. While this may be the best-paying hobby ever (especially when you consider that even a fairly priced financial advisor may be charging you up to $10,000 per year), it is not required in o
American Medical Compliance
AUGUST 1, 2023
The following course will discuss various brain injuries and how to support these individuals in your practice. An Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) is a brain injury that occurs after birth and results in any combination of focal and widespread central nervous system dysfunction, both immediate and/or delayed at the brain stem level and above. Additionally, this central nervous system dysfunction is caused by the interaction of any external force with the body, including blows to the head and violent
University of Maryland Department of Emergency Med
AUGUST 1, 2023
There is room for improvement with respect to rates of meaningful neurological survival in patients experiencing out of hospital cardiac ar.
EMergucate
AUGUST 1, 2023
The chest x-ray is from an elderly patient with dislocated hip. What can be seen? Answer will be posted later.
PHARM
AUGUST 1, 2023
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Core Ultrasound
AUGUST 1, 2023
Basic POCUS Physics Knobology PW and CW Doppler
PHARM
AUGUST 1, 2023
Queenslanders get behind RFDS nurses as pay dispute between charity and union heats up — Read on amp.theguardian.
Greater Sydney Area HEMS
AUGUST 1, 2023
This is a blog post to accompany a presentation I am giving at the August Clinical Governance Day. The purpose of the talk is to update the service on the Quality Improvement Project I am currently leading on. Why is C+C important? There is something to learn from every case – especially when your caseload is predominantly high acuity – such as in a HEMS service.
ACEP Now
AUGUST 1, 2023
In November 2022, the American College of Emergency Physicians sent a letter to President Biden on behalf of 34 organizations, asking to convene stakeholders to identify solutions to address the emergency department (ED) boarding crisis.1 The letter detailed ED physician stories, highlighting the preventable harms from boarding, crowding, long waits, staff shortages, burnout, and the disproportionate impact on behavioral health and pediatric populations.
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