‘You can’t be what you can’t see.’ As we approach International Women’s Day on 8 March 2025, YourED invited some women in emergency medicine (EM) to share some of their passions, pathways and plans for the future.
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New grant strengthens research culture in emergency medicine
The launch of the ACEM Foundation Kelly Research Grant is another way to help nurture a research culture in emergency medicine, with early and mid-career researchers encouraged to apply.
Data-driven findings help improve patient care
Contributing to ACEM’s Annual Site Census helps improve patient care in EDs across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
"We need to be prepared" for climate change impacts in EDs
The collaborative release of a two-part report exploring the impact on climate change on EDs is the result of a partnership between ACEM and the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA).
New Emergency Triage Education Kit “a better tool for triage”
The new edition of ETEK has updated information on a range of topics, including decision-making, the effect of bias at triage, communication with patients and support people, care for older people, responding to psychological distress and recognising early signs of sepsis.
Bringing people together at ACEM's Regional, Rural and Remote Emergency Medicine Conference 2024
FACEM Dr Liz Mowatt says it’s an honour to deliver the closing lecture at the inaugural RRR conference, held on the weekend of July 7 – 9, 2024.
FACEM begins third rotation in Gaza field hospital
FACEM Dr Sandy Inglis returns to Rafah, Gaza this week for his third rotation at the newly established field hospital – housed within a collection of canvas tents – that opened its doors on May 9.
Three FACEMs recognised in 2024 King's Birthday Honours List
ACEM congratulates FACEMs Dr Paul Gaudry, Dr Richard Harrod and Associate Professor Anthony Holley who were each recognised for their services to emergency medicine.
FACEM awarded Australian Operational Service Medal for aid in Afghanistan
It was an “absolute honour” to receive this award, says FACEM Assistant Professor Luke Jeremijenko. “To be of service to your fellow man is one of the greatest privileges that there is on this planet.”
ACEM President joins medical leaders to discuss health system reform
“Our overcrowded emergency departments are a symptom of the failing health system that we've got at the moment,” Dr Stephen Gourley said.
FACEMs recognised in 2024 Australia Day Honours
Conjoint Associate Professor Sally McCarthy and Clinical Associate Professor Matthew Chu were both recognised for their service to emergency medicine.
A rescue mission to Antarctica and back again
Dr Juan Carlos Ascencio-Lane recounts his nearly 7,000km round-trip to retrieve a patient from Antarctica.
Dr Stephen Gourley begins term as ACEM President
Dr Stephen Gourley commenced his two-year term as ACEM President today, following a formal handover at last week’s Annual General Meeting.
ED Musos reunite to perform at ASM
As the ED Musos get ready to perform at the closing ceremony of the 2023 ASM, read about the history of the world’s first virtual emergency department choir.
2023 ASM to investigate solutions to ED pressures
Leaders of emergency medicine, patients, elite athletes, international aid coordinators, and military experts will come together in Canberra next week for ACEM’s 38th Annual Scientific Meeting.
The Building Our Future Summit
On 30 August 2023, emergency medicine leaders from across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand came together for the Emergency Medicine – Building Our Future Summit.
FACEM named as recipient of 2023 IFEM Humanitarian Award
Dr Georgina Phillips is the third FACEM in three years to receive one of IFEM’s highest honours.
First Aboriginal-led emergency department shift in Cairns
Aboriginal leadership in the emergency department has benefits for patients – and for broader community. “We have the answers,” says Ngarrindjeri man and nursing team leader, Jeremy Rigney. “We know what Mob need.”
Trainee works to address frequent attendances in Mparntwe
Dr Sophie Collins, the first Trainee to undertake ACEM’s Specialist Skills Placement (SSP) in Indigenous Health, has seen first-hand the ongoing effects of colonialism on the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Winter Symposium an opportunity to transition and reflect
This year’s ACEM Winter Symposium will offer attendees opportunities to consider recent changes on the frontlines of emergency medicine.