On this day of #EMConf goodness, we tease the upcoming day of Grand Rounds competition known as The Levy Cup. In 3 weeks time, the residents will pair off into teams in a battle of wits and skills. A round robin competition of procedural relay stations, simulations, trivia game shows, Cash for Cases (where the less money you spend on the patient, the more points you get) and some surprises I don't want to spoil here will pair the field down to 2 teams that will compete in the finale. Think SimWars gone crazy!
Read MoreIf you are just now finding this site, you'll see there's a fair degree of stuff on here already. This is an educational blog edited by Dr. Bill Hinckley and Dr. Jeff Hill, both physicians dedicated to education in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Cincinnati. The content of the blog is by nomeans only ours. In fact, this site is best thought of as a funnel for all the great educational content our faculty and resident's churn out. We look forward to interacting in this digital space with our colleagues locally and from across the globe. Feel free to reach out to us on twitter, Facebook, or through the blog itself.
For now take a listen to our introductory podcast for some more background on the genesis of the site and the site name by clicking here
Read MoreThis podcast, our first, focuses on the care of patients who have been bitten by snakes, primarily North American Crotalids. The discussion revolves around a case of envenomation we ran recently during a Grand Rounds simulation. In the podcast, we focus on clinical assessment of the bites including determining the severity of local and systemic symptoms, the initial care and management of envenomations, and some of the complications associated with administration of antivenin.
Read MoreSRU (pronounced "shrew") = Shock Resuscitation Unit
Training in, and managing, the SRU is one of the crown jewels of our residency. It is where the sickest of the sick patients are found in our ED. It is a crucible, a test of knowledge and strength, and a true manifestation of the tripartite mission of our department: Leadership, Excellence, and Opportunity.
Training in, and managing, the SRU is one of the crown jewels of our residency. It is where the sickest of the sick patients are found in our ED. It is a crucible, a test of knowledge and strength, and a true manifestation of the tripartite mission of our department: Leadership, Excellence, and Opportunity.
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