PE: Still a Challenging Diagnosis
One of the trickiest diagnoses in emergency medicine is pulmonary embolism. The problem is not…
EPs Take Healthcare Fight to Washington
Next November, when Americans enter the polling booths, there will be five emergency physicians who…
Don’t Jump Ship When the Markets Get Rough
Last time I discussed ways you can hang in there during tough markets. Let’s take…
Why the Flank Pain?
It’s one of those average days in the ED where you work. It’s not too…
Where in the World Should I Work?
Dear Director, As a senior resident, I was hoping to make a final decision…
Are You a Reasonable Physician?
It’s a simple question. Given a specific set of facts concerning the presentation of a…
The Science Behind a Successful Consult Call
What makes a successful consult call? New research has resulted in “The 5 Cs”: Contact,…
Communicate Risk & Share the Burden
Knowing the actual probability that a patient will have a bad outcome can help you…
The Non-Healing Tattoo
The Case: A 25-year-old male presented to the emergency department rapid care center complaining of…
ED Physics: Class is in Session
Applying physics lessons to daily life in the emergency department has never been more enjoyable.…