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Geoff Comp, DO

Orthodontic Emergencies in Urgent Care: What You Need to Know

Orthodontic devices are becoming increasingly common among patients of all ages. As a result, urgent care providers are likely to encounter complications involving these appliances more frequently—anything from poking wires to trauma-related bracket dislodgement. Your role is to stabilize the patient, relieve discomfort, and facilitate appropriate follow-up with their orthodontist.

This guide outlines common orthodontic issues encountered...

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Environmental Myth-Busting: What Clinicians Really Need to Know

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Acute Mountain Sickness

The headache felt like my skull was splitting in half.

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Mastering the ABEM Oral Board Exam: Tips for Success and Pitfalls to Avoid

After residency training, the ABEM Oral Board Exam is the second major hurdle in becoming a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician. While the pass rate is high (~91% in 2023), examinees must be ready to play the game by ensuring they know the format, standards, and rules. ABEM offers the virtual exam twice yearly; the 2024 dates are April 16-19, 2024, and September 10-13, 2024.

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The Road to ABEM ITE Mastery: How Practice Questions Can Elevate Your Prep

As an emergency medicine resident, preparing for the ABEM In-Training Exam (ITE) is a pivotal phase in your medical journey. This high-stakes exam not only assesses your knowledge and readiness for the next steps in your career but also lays the groundwork for your lifelong practice in emergency medicine. While there is no “passing” score for the ITE, studies and empirical data have shown a strong correlation between test results and...

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