Tag: emergency medicine

Hope, the Natural Armament

Published by Kenneth Pham

In high school, I learned about humanity’s darkest corners far too early. I came across videos online of people telling stories of unthinkable violence, suffering and cruelty that left me profoundly shaken. I learned about snuff films that glorified murder, stories written by women who experienced sexual violence, and serial killers with sadistic rituals. “How could anyone even fathom committing those acts?” I wondered. “Where is the light I’m supposed to look for in ten …

The Sound of an Urban Cowboy

Published by Matthew Petitt

“Walker! David Walker!” I called the name of the next patient as I stood in front of the obnoxiously loud automatic doors that separated the emergency department waiting room from the clinical area. As the doors scraped shut behind me, I realized I’d probably called his name too loudly. The waiting room was dead silent. Only empty chairs on a nauseatingly sticky floor looked back at me as I glanced around the room for Mr. …

My First Experience Performing CPR

Published by Daniel Baquet

Overhead, we hear the monotone hospital announcer’s voice through the intercom system: “CODE BLUE. First floor. Short-term cardiac care unit. Room…”

“Everybody Stop”: Between Life and Death in the Trauma Bay

Published by Leigh Finnegan

At 7:21 p.m., I arrive at the hospital for the first overnight shift of my medical career. It’s not a great start — the bus was late, and I didn’t sleep nearly enough this afternoon in preparation for the night ahead.

Match Day Spotlight 2017: Emergency Medicine

Published by Melanie Watt

Maximiliano Sobrero, current fourth year student at Icahn School of Medicine and soon-to-be emergency medicine resident, gives his tips and tricks for medical school.

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Medical Student Editor Emeritus

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Shreveport

I am a proud alumnus of Louisiana State University, and yes, I do bleed purple and gold. I’m in the Class of 2018 at LSU Health Shreveport School of Medicine. I’ve run one marathon and a few halves – the latter being my favorite distance of the two. I believe in daily ice cream intake. When I’m not studying or running, I’m exploring new workout classes and outdoor adventures, training my large and adorable dog, Gumbeaux, or knitting to keep my fidgety fingers busy.

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