ACEP, Let’s Set a Real Agenda
In October, the ACEP Council will meet in Chicago to discuss issues of the day.…
Ode to Tucker
Earlier this year, I informed readers of some sad news: My 13-year-old golden retriever, Earlier…
The Rx Pad: Colchicine (Colcrys)
Facts and pearls about some of the drugs we use frequently in the ED Major…
How to Beat the Clock
You think you’re seeing as many patients as you possibly can. But maybe there are…
How Did You Get This Number?
“How the hell did you get this number?” asked the angry surgeon. To be fair, …
What’s It Going to Take to Stop ED Boarding?
The evidence continues to pile up confirming that boarding patients in the ED while they…
PRO/CON: Why #FOAMed is NOT Essential to EM Education
What’s not to like about FOAM? You certainly can’t beat the price. It’s as ubiquitous…
PRO/CON: Why #FOAMed is Essential to EM Education
The editor of this publication asked me to address the question, “Is FOAM an essential…
Shell Game
Are declining rates of inpatient utilization really a marker of success? One of the things…
Four Tips for Landing an Emergency Medicine Job in a Competitive Region
Although it has been nearly 25 years, I still remember vividly the interview for what…