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Empowering the Future of Emergency Medicine Through Simulation at USF
At the University of South Florida’s Department of Emergency Medicine, our Simulation Division plays a vital role in advancing clinical excellence, patient safety, and interprofessional education. Through immersive, high-fidelity simulation, we prepare healthcare professionals to respond to critical moments with precision, empathy, and teamwork.
August 6, 2025Emergency Medicine
USF EM Ultrasound Department: Meet Our Amazing Team!
Meet our passionate ultrasound team, available 24/7 and committed to excellence in bedside imaging. From performing TEE during cardiac arrests to mentoring residents, we bring innovation, responsiveness, and expertise to every case. Come see why we’re one of the most dynamic ultrasound teams around!
March 16, 2025Emergency Medicine
Integrating Social Medicine into Emergency Medicine Training: Why It Matters for Residents
Social Emergency Medicine trains residents to address the social factors that impact patient health, such as housing, addiction, and systemic inequities. USF’s innovative fellowship and hands-on rotations prepare physicians to deliver more equitable, trauma-informed care and lead change in emergency medicine.
March 7, 2025Social Emergency Medicine
Foreign Body Ingestion
Foreign body ingestion is a common pediatric emergency. Button batteries need urgent removal due to severe tissue damage risk. Other items like coins, sharp objects, water beads, and magnets require evaluation based on symptoms and location. Imaging and timely specialist input are key to preventing serious complications.
January 30, 2025Emergency Medicine