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Strategy for a National EMS Culture of Safety
Representatives from national EMS and fire organizations have come together to develop a national EMS "Culture of Safety" Strategy.
Guidelines issued for prescribing of opiates in the ED
Ohio ACEP applauds efforts to help emergency physicians supplement--not replace--their clinical judgment on prescribing potentially harmful drugs
Important Information for Ohio ACEP Members
The 2012 All Member Annual Meeting will take place in conjunction with the All Ohio EM Assembly on June 5.
Early Addiction Intervention Training Available for ED Staff
On June 26, at the State Library of Ohio in Columbus, free training will introduce the SBIRT approach and its implementation in emergency departments.
Washington State Suspends Plan to Refuse “Unnecessary” Medicaid visits to EDs
Responding to pressure from physicians’ groups and state legislators, Washington Governor halts proposed cost-cutting measure.
John Casey, DO, Honored by White House
The White House honors Ohio ACEP member, John R Casey, DO, as one of 10 Champions of Change who are dedicated to improving access to health care.
ACEP Leadership & Advocacy Conference
The conference, held in Washington, DC, will allow physicians to build their advocacy skills and speak directly with elected officials.
Dr. David Keseg Receives Copass Award
The Columbus Division of Fire’s longtime Medical Director—and Ohio ACEP member—was presented with the prestigious award at a national gathering of EMS professionals in Dallas
Ohio's 2012 Opiate Summit: Miles Traveled - Miles Ahead
Offered by state and county agencies, Summit will include workshops to help legal and health professionals fight Ohio’s opiate epidemic
Now Accepting Nominations for 2012 EM Physician of the Year and Bill Hall Award
Awards to be presented at All Ohio Emergency Medicine Assembly, June 5
Ohio ACEP Treasurer, Dr. Bob Broida, appointed to The Joint Commission Hospital Professional Technical Advisory Committee
January 4, 2012
FICEMS Releases 2011 National EMS Assessment
The Federal Interagency Committee for Emergency Medical Services (FICEMS) has released the 2011 National EMS Assessment.
US Special Operations Medicine
Former Ohio ACEP officer, Lt. Colonel Drew Stephens, offers a fascinating look at his experiences as a Surgeon with Army Special Forces
