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4/29/2020 · Emergency Medicine

That's Segment Elevation Myocardial Infraction (STEMI) on Electrocardiogram (ECG)...Or Is It?

By: Dr. Sajid Khan

A 70 year-old woman presents to the ER with mid-sternal chest pain, shortness of breath, and diaphoresis. She's clutching her chest with her fist. There is isolated ST elevation in aVR and inferolateral ST depression. That's a STEMI! Or is it?

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4/27/2020 · Emergency Medicine

Emergency Resuscitation or "Do Not Resuscitate": A Tale of Two Patients

By: Dr. Robert M. Stark

As a cardiologist involved in critical care, I would like to provide a clear explanation and understanding of the processes involved in resuscitation and critical care. Most particularly, what it must be like for the patient, the patient’s family and the caregivers involved. I will draw on examples from two patients I recently treated, both of whom required acute resuscitation

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11/13/2019 · Emergency Medicine

Supervising Midlevel Providers in Emergency Departments

By: Dr. Sajid Khan

Managing the Emergency Department is a team sport. That means sharing information with one another, trusting your teammates to perform to the best of their ability, and working together towards a common goal. To that end, one responsibility of [most] ED physicians is supervising mid-level providers.

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7/1/2019 · Medical

Failure of Medical Stress Tests

By: Dr. Sajid Khan

When evaluating a patient, we rely on a good history to help us form a differential diagnosis. We use our physical exam skills to refine that list. A bedside ultrasound or ECG can further guide our decision-making and save precious time. Beyond these, we rely on seemingly failsafe data: radiographs, blood tests, and urine samples. But sometimes these reliable tests aren't so reliable.

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4/25/2019 · Emergency Medicine

Ready for the Measles' Comeback?

By: Dr. Sajid Khan

As disease patterns evolve, so too must we. Being aware of emerging illnesses and remaining diligent in identifying their presence ensures a safe environment for the patient and the community. Measles is a highly contagious and potentially lethal viral infectious disease.

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