Top Stories: December 2021
At EPI, we think it’s important to recognize what is happening at the assorted Emergency Medicine organizations around the world. This month, check out a selection of updates from IFEM, EMRA, SAEM, and more!
2020-2021: 21 Greatest Hits - Emergency Medicine Research Edition
EM Resident
“It is often difficult to keep up with all of the highest impact papers in emergency medicine.
The EMRA Research Committee has compiled a quick review of some of the most practice-affirming or practice-changing papers published from September 2020 to September 2021. This is by no means a definitive list, but all of these papers will likely be good to know for your next shift!”
Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH on new Omicron data and Pfizer COVID pill
American Medical Association
“In today’s COVID-19 Update, a discussion with Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH, AMA's director of science, medicine & public health, on COVID-19 vaccine numbers and trending topics related to the pandemic over the past week. Also covering an increase in COVID cases as the U.S. surpassed 50 million on Monday, new data from a major study released by South Africa’s largest health insurer on vaccine efficacy against Omicron, and an update on Pfizer's COVID pill.”
IFEM Celebrates its 30th Anniversary
International Federation for Emergency Medicine
“In 2021, IFEM celebrates its 30th anniversary. From signing the Charter with 4 founding member countries in 1991, IFEM has grown to over 70 members from a diverse range of countries across all regions of the globe.
To celebrate, we spoke to a few of IFEMs Founding and Past Presidents and asked them what their fondest memories of IFEM were, what IFEM achievements they’re most proud of, and why IFEM plays such a critical role in advancing global emergency medical care into the future.”
PDM Podcast #14 - Novel Respiratory Viruses in the Context of Mass-Gathering Events
World Association for Disaster and Emergency Medicine
“Novel respiratory viruses can cause the cancellation of mass gathering events worldwide. A recent review published in PDM identifies strategies to enhance health security for event participants and the local community. Dr. Jamie Ranse discusses the findings from the article and provides some insight for healthcare providers and event organizers to consider as live events begin to come back.”
President's Blog: December 2021
Australasian College for Emergency Medicine
“This is the first of many President's blogs I will write to you over the next two years. Many of you I know already – we have already worked, trained, talked or made music together.
To everyone else, I am pleased to meet you, and I am honoured to be stepping into this role to serve you, our fantastic specialty, emergency medicine, and of course, the communities we live and work in. There are some wonderful people who have been here before me, and it is a privilege to be stepping into their (sometimes colourful) shoes, and I give thanks to each of them.”
Positively Pressured: Nasal Cannulas in the Respiratory Toolkit
Emergency Medicine Residents’ Association
“There are a lot of options when it comes to providing oxygenation and ventilatory support to our patients. With so many non-invasive options, host Dr. Kate Joyce sits down with Dr. Jeremy Greenberg to talk about nasal cannula options that may be helpful to many of our patients in the ED.”
Society for Academic Emergency Medicine
“Anthony S. Fauci, MD, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) and one of the lead members of the White House Coronavirus Task Force, will share his knowledge and firsthand perspective on the current state of the COVID-19 pandemic. He has been an advisor to six presidents and will assume the role of chief medical advisor to the president in the Biden administration. Dr. Fauci will open his grand rounds presentation with a brief discussion on the epidemiology, virology/pathogenesis, and therapeutics of SARS-CoV-2. This will be followed by an in-depth discussion on the rapidly evolving field of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines and the impact on emergency medicine. The session will conclude with a moderated Q & A during which Dr. Fauci will answer questions from the audience.”
Vaccine Hesitancy In Vulnerable Populations
ACEP Frontline
“We chat with Dr. Rob Rodriguez about his study regarding vulnerable and high risk populations regarding their hesitancy and access to the COVID vaccine.”
