After 27 years leading the American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians (ACOEP), stalwart Executive Director, Janice Wachtler, BAE, CBA has announced plans to retire. Jan will remain on in an advisory capacity through January 2020, as she works with the ACOEP Board of Directors on a succession plan. A [...]
Executive Assistant Geri Phifer retires after more than nine years at ACOEP This week ACOEP staff gathered to celebrate the hard work and dedication of Executive Assistant Geri Phifer who is retiring at the end of July. Loved for her wit, warmth, and ability to always find [...]
The American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians (ACOEP) is encouraged by progress made this week on the “No Surprises Act” in the House of Representatives, bi-partisan legislation designed to ban balance billing for emergency services of insured patients. Furthermore, it would set a reimbursement rate as the health insurers’ [...]
By Jenny Reyes, DO Chief Resident, Aventura Emergency Medicine Residency Aventura Hospital & Medical Center Only 10% of physicians recognize the signs of human trafficking. Only 3% of emergency physicians receive training in identifying victims of human trafficking. 83% of victims of human trafficking seek medical treatment. Knowledge [...]
The American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians stands in solidarity with the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), the Association of American Medical Colleges and the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, and the residents of Hahnemann University Hospital in opposition to the administration's attempts to sell residency [...]
by By Karen Ursic, MA The parents of children with special needs can be a wealth of information and valuable perspective. Learn from those with boots-on-the-ground experience in order to provide the best possible care. What are your thoughts? I am a mother of three children, two [...]
by By Rena Sorensen, PhD and Laura Srivorakiat, PsyD Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder experience significant challenges when entering the emergency department. It is critical to be prepared and informed in order to proved these patients and their caregivers with quality care. Share with us your experience, perspective, [...]
Check your mailbox! The summer issue of The Pulse should be arriving any day. This issue explores vulnerable populations—from victims of human trafficking, to geriatric care, to children with special needs. We hear from a variety of experts, explore a patient's perspective, speak with a formerly homeless person, and [...]