Emergency Medicine

Catalog description

Emergency Medicine in New Orleans is a fascinating and challenging blend of fast-paced patient care, hands-on learning, multidisciplinary team interactions, and a strong focus on the social determinants of health. In Advanced Emergency Medicine, students will obtain insight into and experience with the principles and practice of emergency medicine and trauma care; gain knowledge and skills in the evaluation and treatment of the acutely ill undifferentiated patient; be exposed to a variety of procedural experiences; and explore the variety of subspecialties and career options in Emergency Medicine. The 4-wk EMER4000 elective is open ONLY to students who intend to match in EMER. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.