Care in Custody: Patients Brought to the Emergency Department by Law Enforcement

Emergency Medicine, Education, Law Enforcement, Medical EducationLiz Terry-KantorMay 28, 2026#lawenforcement, #police, #policy, #training, #incarceration, #vulnerablepopulations, #disparities, #autonomyComment

Sitting Shiva

I have never been taught how to handle the emotional residue, only shown how empathy slowly erodes, until the moment of silence becomes almost infinitesimal.

Emergency Medicine, Resuscitation, WellnessLiz Terry-KantorMay 25, 2026#death, #shiva, #loss, #grief, #vulnerable, #code, #emotionalimpactComment

Beyond the Bruise: Understanding Seatbelt-Related Injuries

For emergency physicians and trauma teams, the bruise is a warning sign—a clue to look deeper, image liberally, and monitor closely. The presence of SBS should immediately trigger a structured evaluation for intra-abdominal injury, spinal fractures, and vascular complications.

Septic Arthritis vs. Transient Synovitis: A Clinical Guide for the ED

In the foreground, a person is seated on the edge of a low, green-painted concrete or plastic structure, possibly a curb, planter border, or playground feature…

Point-of-Care Ultrasound in Early Pregnancy

…Patients who underwent POCUS examination for identification of an IUP had a length of stay in the emergency department that was over an hour shorter than those who went for comprehensive ultrasound. Emergency physician proficiency in POCUS in early pregnancy could improve patient flow and satisfaction…

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