Ophthalmologic complaints are a common reason for visits to the emergency department, with nearly 2 million cases per year. Many of the problems stem from retinal detachment, posterior vitreous detach

A penile fracture is a rare urological emergency, with an estimated 500–600 cases reported annually in the United States. While imaging should not delay surgical intervention when necessary, studies s

In 1965, the U.S. government predicted a physician shortage, or (more accurately), an imbalanced distribution of physicians in the country. To prevent this, the government created Health Professional

In Part 2 of this Critical Care Device series, we continue to learn about the Swan-Ganz catheter. Pulmonary artery catheters (PACs) are considered a valuable diagnostic and management tool in cardioge

A safety precaution as simple as a mask has become the symbol of the struggle physicians face during – and after – a public health crisis. Whether it was the Black Death or COVID-19, the physician’s m

In today's complex health care system, physicians simultaneously act as clinicians, participants, and managers, often with minimal training in health systems management. A lack of education in basic b

Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) encephalitis is the most common cause of sporadic fatal encephalitis worldwide. The clinical syndrome is often characterized by the rapid onset of fever, headache,

Pulmonary artery catheters (PACs) are considered a valuable diagnostic and management tool in cardiogenic shock. For this application, their use is supported by recent evidence correlating their place

Harm reduction for substance use is an evidence-based approach to building rapport with patients, meeting them where they’re at, and helping build a bridge to recovery. It aims to be non-judgmental an

We examine two cases of acute myocardial infarction that required thrombolytics administration in the emergency department, prior to cardiac catheterization. Although outcomes differed, these cases hi