Resolutions & Revolutions
I have recently returned from my annual trip to the ACEP Scientific Assembly. It’s good…
Acute Otitis Media: The Drug Debate
Should amoxicillin still be the first line treatment for this common pediatric ailment? A late…
No Such Thing As a ‘No-Fail’ Investment
Q. After losing half of my retirement portfolio in 2008, my financial advisor recommended a…
Pharmacology – Evaluating NSAID Risks
It’s been another busy shift in the ED. You finish discharging one patient as you…
The True Cost of Ambulance Diversion
Studies show that EMS delivers a significant percentage of patients who will go on to…
When Docs Miss the Grade
How important are in-service exam scores when considering a new hire? Dear Director,…
Do It Yourselfer
I’m proud of the fact that I’m self-sufficient in the emergency department. And it irritates…
Open Fractures and Croup
Q: Does early antibiotic use reduce wound infections in open fractures? read more Q: Do…
4 Metrics That Can Change Medicine
The Changing Landscape: ED visits have increased by about 3% per year over 12 years…
Uncompensated Tasks: How Much Is Too Much?
Dear Director, My hospital is making me undergo mandatory EMR training and I think…