Question: I could not attend the ACEP Scientific Assembly this year. What were your impressions of the exhibits? What’s the latest buzz? Answer: According to the College, the 2010 attendance broke all records (5900 registered). All I knew was that the corridors, meeting rooms, and the exhibit hall were crammed. I suspect the lure of ...

Question: Recently, the Baltimore Sun published the article “Hospitals Try to Improve Emergency Wait Times” detailing efforts undertaken by hospitals in Maryland and Virginia to reduce waiting times in their emergency departments. The article focused mostly on the activities hospitals used to advertise their improved performance. There were few specifics regarding process improvements themselves. What’s ...