Life on The Fast Track
A Case and Discussion of Accidental Hypothermia in the Setting of Trauma
Dhimitri Nikolla, DO, PGY-4 AHN Saint Vincent Hospital Erie, PA CASE A 22-year-old male presented as a trauma alert completely unresponsive. He was found down by a bystander, unresponsive with significant facial trauma presumed to be from assault. Upon arrival, the patient had apneic re [...]
How Can YOU Save a Life? – PulsePoint: Empowering Superheroes
Anthony Unger, OMS-3, BS Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine My uncle believed he was a healthy man. Surviving cancer at a young age caused him to live a very positive and compassionate life. It was no surprise he signed up for a 100-mile bike ride supporting our veterans. He comp [...]
The DIY Ultrasound-Guided IV Access Phantom
Developed and created by Campbell University’s Emergency Medicine Club Andrew Langille, Kansas City University, OMS-III Contributors: Zachary Mauro, CUSOM OMS-III; Jeffrey Davis CUSOM OMS-III; Brian Conner, CUSOM OMS-III Intravenous (IV) access is an essential procedure that can be diff [...]
Mark your Calendars for ACOEP’s Spring Seminar
April 8-12, 2019
Bonita Springs, FL
RSO Student Symposium Activities Tentative Date: Tuesday, April 9, 2019
ACOEP’s Spring Seminar is the perfect opportunity for residents and students to learn from some of the top names in emergency medicine. Residents are invited to join lectures, labs and network at the College’s events. Students can take advantage of the Spring Seminar Symposium – a one-day event that will be filled with hands-on learning and competitions – as well as lectures from EM medical professionals. There will also be RSO social events that will run throughout the week, giving residents and students the chance to unwind after each day’s educational events.