Medical College of Wisconsin Emergency Medicine News
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MCW Faculty Contribute to Suicide Prevention Success on Hoan Bridge
Drs. Sara Kohlbeck and Sehr Khan, assistant professors at the Medical College of Wisconsin, were instrumental in advocating for safety fencing being installed on Milwaukee’s Hoan Bridge, which has led to zero suicides in 2024 and 2025 – a major public health milestone.
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Dr. Ian Martin Receives John Marx Leadership Award from Society for Academic Emergency Medicine
Ian B. K. Martin, MD, MBA, eminent scholar, received the prestigious John Marx Leadership Award from the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine (SAEM). It is the highest award given by SAEM.
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Emergency Medicine Receives Outstanding Department Award from National Organization
The department received the Outstanding Department Award from the Academy of Women in Academic Emergency Medicine for demonstrating commitment to and excellence in elevating the careers of female faculty members.
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Dr. Ian Martin Begins Tenure as President of Association of Academic Chairs of Emergency Medicine
Ian B. K. Martin, MD, MBA, eminent scholar, professor with tenure, system chair of emergency medicine and interim associate provost and senior associate dean of faculty affairs, began his term May 15.
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Sara Engel, MBA, Honored with National Rising Star Administrator Award
Sara Engel, MBA, administrator for emergency medicine and executive administrator for Unit 6 (Departments of Anesthesiology and Emergency Medicine), received the prestigious National Rising Star Administrator Award from the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine (SAEM).
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Drs. Timothy Klatt, Nancy Jacobson and Michael Voss Assume New Froedtert ThedaCare Health, Inc. South Region Quality Leadership Roles
Dr. Nancy Jacobson, assistant professor of emergency medicine, has assumed the role of inaugural medical director for the South Region Sepsis Management Program.
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Federal Funding Ends, Wisconsinites Without Insurance Have Hard Time getting COVID-19 Vaccines
Dr. Ben Weston, MCW associate professor of emergency medicine, comments on the availability of COVID-19 vaccines.
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Tips for Staying Safe at Wisconsin State Fair
Dr. Ben Weston, MCW associate professor of emergency medicine, shares safety tips for enjoying the fair.
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Dr. Ian B. K. Martin Named Interim Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs
Ian B. K. Martin, MD, MBA, Eminent Scholar, Professor with Tenure, and System Chair of the Medical College of Wisconsin’s Department of Emergency Medicine, has been appointed Interim Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs, effective September 9, 2024.
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Health Leaders in Milwaukee: Keep Up with Students’ Vaccinations
Dr. Ben Weston, MCW associate professor of emergency medicine, shares the importance of student immunization requirements.
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Dr. Jason Liu on Medical Emergency Preparedness at the RNC Convention
Dr. Jason Liu, MCW professor of emergency medicine, discusses healthcare emergency preparedness.
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Dr. Aasim Padela Named as ScholarGPS Highly Ranked Scholar
Dr. Aasim Padela, professor and Vice Chair of Research for Emergency Medicine, is recognized for his prolific publication record and high impact of work on scholarly contributions.
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Dr. Ben Weston Comments on Working in the Hot Weather
Dr. Ben Weston, MCW associate professor of emergency medicine, shares hot weather health safety tips.
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Milwaukee and Dane County Health Officials Warn of Overdose Spikes
Dr. Ben Weston, emergency medicine physician and director of medical services for Milwaukee County Office of Emergency Management, comments on opioid dangers.
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Black Men in White Coats Youth Summit Aims to Address Disparity
Dr. Ian Martin, professor and chairman of MCW Emergency Medicine, comments on the importance of the Black Men in White Coats Youth Summit.
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