Shotgun Wound to the Chest
Wet Readings EMS calls a trauma alert for a gentleman injured from a shotgun blast…
Methamphetamine Abuse in the ED
During the 1960s why were amphetamines or “Speed” also referred to as “Crank”? Answer: Drug…
Paul Begala to Headline at Scientific Assembly
Paul Begala, a democratic strategist and CNN political contributor, is set to headline the ACEP…
Fishing for Biomarkers
Is leucine-rich-2-glycoprotein the panacea for pediatric abdominal pain? Perhaps it’s time for cautious optimism.
Reform Must Address Workforce Issues
For lasting reform we must rethink workforce distribution across the specialty
H1N1 Clinical Updates
Get Clinical Developments as the Flu Season Progresses
PRO/CON Does Medical Malpractice Impact Access to Emergency Care?
Opening Argument The Impact of Malpractice on Access is Grossly Inflated by Maxwell…
No Good Deed . . .
I picked up the first chart of the night and read the chief complaint. “Suicidal.”…
Scribes Hold the Key to ED Efficiency
Emergency department scribes save time, money and headaches. So why do so few EDs use…
Outgoing ACEP President Reflects on Reform
Nick Jouriles never thought he’d be the ACEP president. “Not in my wildest dreams,” he…