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The Third Law Of Trauma

The Trauma Pro

Trauma patients dont always behave the way we would like. They continually surprise us, sometimes for the better, when they recover more quickly and completely than we thought. But sometimes, its for the worse. They occasionally crash when we think everything is going so well. The crashing patient is obviously in need of help, and most trauma professionals know what to do.

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EM Runs in the Family

ACEP Now

If you ask Sullivan Sully Smith, MD, FACEP, he says his kids paid the price for his medical service to the community of Cookeville, Tennessee. As an emergency physician, Dr. Sully Smith missed birthday parties, tee-ball games and an entire season of soccer. He imagined his absence would push his four children far away from following in his medical footsteps.

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Redefining Dyslexia

Science Based Medicine

What, exactly, is dyslexia? What causes it, how should it be diagnosed, and stemming from that, how should it be treated? We can even ask a more fundamental question – does it actually exist as a discrete clinical entity? These questions have existed since dyslexia was first described and named in 1887, by German Opthalmologist, Rudolf Berlin.

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Performance Management Training in Healthcare

American Medical Compliance

In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, effective performance management is more crucial than ever. This course explores the strategies and tools that empower healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and streamline operational efficiency. In this course, we’ll delve into the principles of performance management. For all healthcare workers, this training is designed to equip you with the insights needed to elevate your performance.

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FACEPs in the Crowd: From Medicine to the Kitchen: Dr. Elie’s Journey of Heritage and Healing

ACEP Now

For Marie-Carmelle Elie, MD, FACEP, a trailblazing physician and academic leader, the journey to the kitchen took a little longer than the journey to the top of her field. Dr. Elie is the first Black woman to be named professor and chair of an academic emergency medicine department at a major American medical school, the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

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Change Management: Dealing with Change in Healthcare Training

American Medical Compliance

Change is a constant in healthcare, shaping the way we work, learn, and deliver patient care. Yet, managing that change – adapting to new protocols, technologies, and organizational structures – can often feel overwhelming. In this course, we delve into the art and science of change management within the healthcare setting. For example, whether it’s navigating the shift to electronic health records, this training is designed to help you approach change with confidence.

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Chest pain followed by 6 days of increasing dyspnea -- what happened?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Written by Magnus Nossen, edits by Smith The patient in today's case is an 85-year-old male with a history of COPD and dementia. He presented to the emergency department for evaluation. Lets us consider two different clinical presentations. How will you manage this patient in each scenario? Scenario 1 : The patient presents with 24 hours of substernal chest pain.

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Emotional Intelligence: Maintaining Composure for Healthcare Personnel

American Medical Compliance

Healthcare providers can enhance their ability to maintain composure and improve patient care through the Emotional Intelligence: Maintaining Composure for Healthcare Personnel training course. This course teaches how emotions influence decision-making, communication, and patient interactions, equipping providers with essential skills to recognize personal emotional triggers and practice active listening.

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Time Management and Delegation Training for Healthcare Providers

American Medical Compliance

In the fast-paced world of healthcare, efficient time management and delegation enhances both personal and team productivity. Healthcare professionals often juggle multiple responsibilities, making it essential to prioritize tasks, delegate effectively, and manage time wisely. This course is equips healthcare professionals with practical strategies and techniques to improve efficiency, reduce burnout, and ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care.

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Handling Employee Complaints in Healthcare Training

American Medical Compliance

In any healthcare setting, ensuring a positive and supportive workplace is essential for the well-being of employees. Therefore, effectively addressing and resolving employee complaints is a key strategy in maintaining a healthy work environment. This course equips healthcare professionals with the tools and strategies to navigate complex workplace concerns.