Studies Bolster Statin Use for Emergency Department Patients With Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome
For decades, we’ve been giving an aspirin to every patient suspected of having acute coronary syndrome (ACS)…
Posts by Joseph Harrington
Understanding Diagnostic Criteria for Anaphylaxis, Anaphylactic Shock, Kounis Syndrome Critical to Initiating Lifesaving Treatment
Anaphylaxis is the quintessential medical emergency. While the vast majority of anaphylaxis cases are relatively benign, about…
Better Communication with Medical Leadership Brings More Opportunities for Emergency Physician Mother
As I entered the physicians’ parking lot, I rehearsed the conversation I was dreading. This was the…
Mandatory Electronic Prescribing Inconvenient, Confusing for Emergency Department Patients
Many emergency physicians may be aware that electronic prescribing, where a prescription is sent via the Internet…
Emergency Department Patients’ Demographics, Disposition, Composition Affect How They Pay for Services
The composition, demographics, and disposition of today’s emergency department patients are changing as quickly as the landscape…
Documentation Pearls for Critical Care Services’ Time Requirement
Editor’s Note: Cutting through the red tape to make certain that you get paid for every dollar…
Emergency Medicine Residents’ Association Highlights Initiatives, Projects in Leadership, Collaboration, Advocacy
The mission of the Emergency Medicine Residents’ Association (EMRA), founded in 1974, is to be the voice…
Research on Ovarian Size in Children Provides Guidance on Dealing with Torsion, Uncomplicated Cellulitis
The best questions often stem from the inquisitive learner. As educators, we love and are always humbled…
Opinion: ACEP Now Reader Responds to Statement on Orlando Mass Shooting, and ACEP President Dr. Jay Kaplan Replies
Dr. Kaplan’s statement in response to the Orlando mass shooting and the related ACEP Task Force recommendations…