The Corneal Abrasion Treatment Controversy
Corneal abrasions are the most commonly encountered emergent ophthalmologic issue in the emergency department (ED) and are…
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ACEP Launches Pilot Phase of Its Emergency Dept. Accreditation Program
Emergency physicians have long taken pride in delivering care every day of the week, every hour of…
The Intersections of Physical and Mental Health Disorders
In the emergency department (ED), physicians face the challenge of making rapid decisions that can significantly impact…
Reader Responds: Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Matter in Medical Education
Rep. Murphy is on the right track. It is NOT up to medical schools to re-balance the…
Residency Spotlight: Kaweah Health Emergency Medicine Residency
What does your program offer that residents can’t get anywhere else? Kaweah Health Medical Center is situated…
2025 Physician Reimbursement Update
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the 2025 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Proposed…
Hemodialysis Assessment and Management
A 38-year-old man with end-stage renal disease (ESRD), on hemodialysis, presents by EMS with shortness of breath….
Toxicology Answer: The Pretty and Toxic Tobacco
Many years ago, fresh out of my New York Toxicology Fellowship, I walked into an early September…
Toxicology Question: What Toxic Plant Is Traditionally Used Medicinally for Bronchitis, Tonsillitis, Toothaches, Etc.?
And, what are its symptoms and their treatment? Click here to see the answer.