StorytellERdoc
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
One of the largest problems in our ER, it seems, is that there is a subset of patients who visit us on a routine basis. Commonly known as "the regulars," these familiar faces are sprinkled throughout our day between all our other patient visits. It is a real problem in our ER. It is a real problem nationwide.
Physician's Weekly
JUNE 11, 2025
First, to meet protein needs, patients can be counseled to include 30 grams of high-quality protein sources at each meal. A registered dietitian could be consulted to help develop a comprehensive, personalized plan that aligns with these nutritional targets. g/kg/d for someone who is starting at 75 kg (or 165 lb).
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Reflections of a Grady Doctor
NOVEMBER 13, 2018
A teeny, tiny nudge toward a seemingly insignificant fork in the road that moves the patient inches away from a giant cliff. And yes, I said "y'all" because I think easy and calm learning and working climates help us think easier and take better care of patients like you. Like any patient who comes before us. This was different.
PEMBlog
MAY 20, 2025
Learning Objectives Demonstrate the ability to use shared decision-making strategies when discussing imaging options with families of pediatric patients presenting to the Emergency Department. Optimizing Advanced Imaging of the Pediatric Patient in the Emergency Department: Policy Statement. Pediatrics. 2024;154(1):e2024066854.
StorytellERdoc
JULY 2, 2014
From this approach, I paused for several seconds to appreciate this serene, surreal view of a patient who appeared unaffected despite the scurrying of several staff and ambulance teams around him. He denied any further complaints as I patiently went through a list of symptoms. I mean poop, Dr. Jim," he clarified.
Aspiring Minority Doctor
JUNE 1, 2022
I'm not going to lie, after two years of working in the urgent care setting, being in the ER was super chill for me. My favorite moment was probably when we had a laparoscopic appendectomy (appendix removal using small incisions and a camera) and the attending stood patiently waiting for a while as I tried to find the appendix.
StorytellERdoc
FEBRUARY 8, 2019
Recently, due to the stress that several of my dearest friends have been experiencing in caring for their elderly parents, I am even more appreciative and respectful of my privilege in caring for elderly patients who have attentive and loving adult children who accompany them to our ER. Later, she found me.
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