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 [...]
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 [...]
The American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians (ACOEP) is pleased to announce that we have been granted accreditation status by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). Accreditation by the ACCME seeks to assure the medical community and the public that ACOEP delivers education that is relevant to [...]
A bill being considered before the Ohio State House of Representatives (HR726) put forth by Representative Theresa Gavarone. The bill seeks to revise and repeal certain sections of current legislation limiting the practice rights of Advanced Practice Providers, like RNS, PA, ENPs, and to allow them (in certain cases) [...]
Christine Giesa, DO, FACOEP advocates alongside other major EM associations for physician protection. Emergency physicians are the front line of healthcare in this country, often going above and beyond to treat every person who walks through the door. As the structure surrounding emergency medicine changes, physicians are [...]
Calling all Program Directors! Know of a resident that you feel should be recognized for their work? Nominate them for The American Osteopathic Foundation's Outstanding Resident of the Year Award. The deadline to nominate is July 1st. Residents work hard, shoulder to shoulder with their attending mentors. It's time [...]
ACOEP’s Member Services Department is thrilled to present our new member portal, MemberSuite. This new system features a more robust, secure platform. Today you can check your member status, and register for the Written Board Prep and Oral Board Review. Over the summer we will continuously roll out new [...]