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The Unintended Consequences of Vitamin D in COVID Prophylaxis
Introduction In December 2019, a mass outbreak of SARS-CoV2 emerged. Since then, the disease has spread globally, with 613 million cases and over 6.53 million deaths (as of September 2022). [1] SARS-CoV-2 represents a major global health issue with a significant...
Poison Control Fall 2022: The Use of Fomepizole as an Adjunct Therapy in Massive Acetaminophen Overdose
Acetaminophen (APAP) is one of the most common over-the-counter medications used in the United States, but can produce severe liver injury if taken in excess. [1] APAP is among the top reported exposures to poison centers annually, with the Florida Poison Information...
EM Research Competition 2022
Emergency Medicine Research Competition 2022 Held at Symposium by the Sea 2022 August 5-6, 2022 | Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Click on an abstract's title to read the abstract. Best Case Report: Ultrasound-Guided Costoclavicular Brachial Plexus Block Mediates...
Fall 2022: Pediatric Airway Management and Respiratory Emergencies
The Pediatric Committee provided an immersive workshop on pediatric airways at Symposium by the Sea 2022. This workshop focused on pediatric airway management, upper airway emergencies, and the use of intranasal medications in children. Here are the main takeaway...
November 2022 Joint FCEP/FEMF Board and Committee Meetings
All FCEP members are invited to attend our next Joint FCEP/FEMF Board and committee meetings either virtually or in-person at the EMLRC (3717 S. Conway Rd., Orlando, FL 32812). Schedule October 28, 2022 • EMRAF: 10:00 am – 11:00 am | virtual only | Add to Calendar |...
Fall 2022: FCEP President’s Message: What You Can Accomplish Through Our Organization
During my eleven years of being involved at the Florida College of Emergency Physicians, I have seen just how much we can accomplish by working together towards common goals. Unfortunately, because so much of the work occurs behind the scenes, it’s striking how little...
Fall 2022: Introducing Lakeland Regional Health
We are excited to announce the newly ACGME accredited Lakeland Regional Health (LRH) Emergency Medicine Residency Program! Our three-year residency program is located in Lakeland, FL, directly between Tampa and Orlando along I-4. At 864 beds, LRH is among the largest...
ED Pain Coach Educator Model Program and Patient Toolkit Guide for Integrative Pain Management
In 2021, the Pain Assessment and Management Initiative (PAMI) at the UF College of Medicine – Jacksonville, Department of Emergency Medicine launched a novel pain coach educator model to enhance patient education on nonopioid pain management options. The program has...
New Over-the-Counter (OTC) Patient Education Brochures for Topical and Oral Analgesic Medications
Navigating OTC pain medication products can be confusing for patients who are met with hundreds of products on pharmacy and store shelves. Many products which were previously available by prescription are now available OTC. The PAMI team has developed patient...
The Golden Years: A View from the Bridge
Now that I am living my golden years of retirement, I can speak with some authority. The bridge, of course, is that part of life between active career and ever-after. My husband and I are living the perfect retirement dream. We live in a 55+ community in Florida that...
