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Personalized Feedback Can Reduce Opioid Prescribing Rates, New Study Shows

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Monday, April 18, 2022
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The study, " Opioid Prescription Reduction After Implementation of a Feedback Program in a National Subset of Emergency Departments ," appearing in the May edition of Annals of Emergency Medicine is the largest known analysis of emergency clinician prescribing interventions to date.

Key Points: 
  • The study, " Opioid Prescription Reduction After Implementation of a Feedback Program in a National Subset of Emergency Departments ," appearing in the May edition of Annals of Emergency Medicine is the largest known analysis of emergency clinician prescribing interventions to date.
  • Decreases in opioid prescribing were evident across the most common diagnoses, according to the study.
  • Opioid prescribing for injury or poisoning decreased 15% while prescribing for symptoms of illness dropped 25%, as did prescribing for respiratory disease (40%), infection or parasite (54%), blood circulation issues (36%), and endocrine or nutritional issues (28%).
  • Although emergency departments are not a significant source of opioid prescriptions overall, emergency physicians continue to lead programs that reduce opioid prescribing and can be adapted by other health care professionals.

FUJIFILM Sonosite announces the availability of Sonosite LX, the industry leader’s latest premium point-of-care ultrasound system, in Canada

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Monday, April 18, 2022
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Sonosite LX has a large, adaptable 21.3 clinical display that extends, rotates and tilts to accommodate the varied clinical environments at the bedside.

Key Points: 
  • Sonosite LX has a large, adaptable 21.3 clinical display that extends, rotates and tilts to accommodate the varied clinical environments at the bedside.
  • The Sonosite LX is compatible with the redesigned family of transducers launched with Sonosite PX that have dedicated exam types for study-specific imaging and workflow optimization.
  • As with all Sonosite point of care ultrasound systems, Sonosite LX is built to legendary durability, reliability, and ease of use standards.
  • FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. is the innovator and world leader in bedside and point-of-care ultrasound, and an industry leader in ultra-high frequency micro-ultrasound technology.

Emergency Physicians Wary of Unintended Consequences from Criminal Prosecution of Medical Errors

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Thursday, April 14, 2022
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However, the recent criminal prosecution of medical errors sets a worrisome precedent.

Key Points: 
  • However, the recent criminal prosecution of medical errors sets a worrisome precedent.
  • "Every medical error is regrettable and emergency physicians are trained to operate and thrive in complex and pressure-packed scenarios.
  • These efforts should include prioritizing fully resourced, sufficiently staffed, and safe work environments for emergency physicians and care teams.
  • The American College of Emergency Physicians(ACEP)is the national medical society representing emergency medicine.

Dr. Bjorn Peterson Named Life Link III Chief Medical Officer

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Friday, April 8, 2022
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Life Link III has announced that Dr. Bjorn Peterson is now serving as Chief Medical Officer for the organization.

Key Points: 
  • Life Link III has announced that Dr. Bjorn Peterson is now serving as Chief Medical Officer for the organization.
  • He succeeds Dr. R.J. Frascone, who officially retired from Life Link III following 36 years of service on April 1, 2022.
  • Dr. Peterson has worked closely with Life Link III for several years through his role as Assistant Medical Director and Emergency Department physician at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota.
  • Life Link III operates ten helicopter bases that include Alexandria, Blaine, Brainerd, Duluth, Hibbing, Rush City and Willmar, Minnesota, and Marshfield, Rhinelander and Rice Lake, Wisconsin.

Emergency Physicians Warn of the Dangers of Unsafe Alcohol Consumption

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Thursday, April 7, 2022
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WASHINGTON, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- During Alcohol Awareness Month, the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) urges everyone to recognize the signs that being overly intoxicated has become a medical emergency and to avoid consuming unsafe amounts of alcohol.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- During Alcohol Awareness Month, the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) urges everyone to recognize the signs that being overly intoxicated has become a medical emergency and to avoid consuming unsafe amounts of alcohol.
  • "Any celebration can quickly turn into a nightmare when unsafe levels of alcohol are involved," said Gillian Schmitz, MD, FACEP, president of ACEP.
  • "The best way to prevent a trip to the emergency department is to plan ahead, make responsible choices and know your limits."
  • Emergency physicians offer these tips to stay safe when there is alcohol involved:
    Plan ahead by making transportation arrangements or choosing a designated driver.

New Poll: Nearly Three in Four Adults Concerned When Physicians Aren't There to Lead Care

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022
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In fact, nearly three in four adults (72%) would be concerned about the quality of their care if a physician was unavailable during their medical emergency.

Key Points: 
  • In fact, nearly three in four adults (72%) would be concerned about the quality of their care if a physician was unavailable during their medical emergency.
  • "In an emergency, patients want their care supervised by an emergency physician," said Gillian Schmitz, MD, FACEP, president of ACEP.
  • "While everyone involved with patient care is a qualified professional,emergency physicians have the most training and education, and they should be the ones leading every emergency care team in the country."
  • Eight-in-ten adults (79%) prefer physicians leading their medical care in the emergency department, according to the ACEP/Morning Consult poll.

Protect Your Head: Know When to Go to the Emergency Department for a Brain Injury

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022
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"One of the smartest ways to protect it is to be able to spot the signs of a brain injury and to go to the closest emergency department when you need medical attention."

Key Points: 
  • "One of the smartest ways to protect it is to be able to spot the signs of a brain injury and to go to the closest emergency department when you need medical attention."
  • Brain injuries affect more than 2.8 million people each year, according to the Brain Injury Association of America, and they are a leading cause of injury-related deaths.
  • A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a brain injury that disrupts brain function and the most common form of TBI is a concussion.
  • Some blood thinning medications are associated with increased risk of brain bleeding after a head injury.

Georgia Emergency Claims Review Program Discontinued by Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthcare Plan of Georgia, Inc., and ACEP and MAG Withdraw Suit in Response

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022
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BCBSHP maintains that its 'avoidable ER' program complied with all applicable state and federal laws, including the prudent layperson standard."

Key Points: 
  • BCBSHP maintains that its 'avoidable ER' program complied with all applicable state and federal laws, including the prudent layperson standard."
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthcare Plan of Georgia, Inc. is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.
  • The Blue Cross Blue Shield names and symbols are registered marks of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
  • Additional information about Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Healthcare Plan of Georgia, Inc. is available at www.bcbsga.com .

Dr. Thom Mayer Joins LogixHealth As Executive Vice President

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022
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BEDFORD, Mass., March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --LogixHealthis proud to announce that Thom Mayer, MD, FACEP, FAAP, FACHE, has joined LogixHealth as the Executive Vice President of Leadership.

Key Points: 
  • BEDFORD, Mass., March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --LogixHealthis proud to announce that Thom Mayer, MD, FACEP, FAAP, FACHE, has joined LogixHealth as the Executive Vice President of Leadership.
  • Mayer has spent his career advancing the delivery of high-quality emergency medicine.
  • Dr. Mayer is the coauthor of the widely read, and highly regarded, Straus and Mayer's Emergency Department Management textbook.
  • Dr. Mayer was the founder and CEO of BestPractices, a large, multi-site ED group which distinguished itself based upon its high-quality of care.

BPM+ Health Community Presents at HIMSS22

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Monday, March 7, 2022
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BOSTON, MA, March 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BPM+ Health , a community initiative to improve the quality and consistency of health caredelivery by capturing and communicating best practices and clinical expertise, announcedit will participate in HIMSS22 , healthcareindustry's most significant event, on March 14-18, 2022 in Orlando, Florida.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, MA, March 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BPM+ Health , a community initiative to improve the quality and consistency of health caredelivery by capturing and communicating best practices and clinical expertise, announcedit will participate in HIMSS22 , healthcareindustry's most significant event, on March 14-18, 2022 in Orlando, Florida.
  • BPM+ Health community members will engage healthcare professionals and other stakeholders at HIMSS22 and will also offer educational sessions there.
  • At HIMSS22, BPM+ Health will discuss our work to improve the quality and consistency of patient outcomes through the creation of open notation standards that support workflow and clinical pathways.
  • Some of the most trusted names in the health community, including healthcare providers and vendors, have joined BPM+ Health and will be exhibiting atHIMMS22.