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Who We Are
Emergency Medicine is at the heart of patient care at the University of California in San Francisco; we are the first physicians at the bedside and are always available. Our physicians are leaders in Emergency Medicine locally, regionally, nationally and internationally; we are experts in the rapid assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of all patients who come through our doors, regardless of their ability to pay.
Working in collaboration with our UCSF colleagues who are experts in every medical specialty, we ensure the best possible patient care while providing top-notch training of our students, residents and fellows. This rich environment allows us to be at the forefront of developing new clinical knowledge to inform, guide and improve the field of emergency medicine.
Mission
To be at the forefront of Emergency Medicine through:
- providing compassionate, knowledge driven quality care for all patients;
- training physicians and cultivating leaders; and
- conducting innovative research to improve emergency care.
Vision
Our patients are central to our mission. We provide exceptional care through rapid assessment and expert diagnosis and treatment. We facilitate access to the full spectrum of UCSF expertise and resources, for the benefit of our patients. We believe that delivering excellence in patient care involves training and cultivating new leaders while researching new interventions that advance the efficacy of Emergency Medicine.
Values
We value the trust of all those who come to us for assistance. We are committed to the highest standards of ethics, honesty, humility and compassion. We value collaboration with our colleagues. It is our responsibility to be leaders, innovators and advocates for our patients and for the field of Emergency Medicine.
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News
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Click on "Read More" for the latest DEM monthly newsletter. Faculty Bio | Read More
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Dr. John Stein, Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine has been appointed Vice Chair of Research for the Department of Emergency Medicine.Faculty Bio
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FOUR faculty in the Department of Emergency Medicine have been named as recipients of the Academy of Medical Educators Excellent in Teaching Award. They are: Esther Chen, David Duong, Greg Hendey, and Jacqueline Nemer (left) .Faculty Bio | Read More
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Contact the Department of Emergency Medicine
Phone: 415 353 8055
Email: DEMadministration@ucsf.edu
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Upcoming Events
Grand Rounds
11:30a-0:30p
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Feb 02
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Dr. Joshua Broder from Duke University will speak on Risk and Radiation.
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High Risk Emergency Medicine Hawaii 2012
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Feb 15 - Feb 19
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The High Risk Emergency Medicine course in Oahu, begins February 15 with an optional pre-day High Impact Ultrasound Preconference, and then runs from Feb 16 through 21. Pediatric Procedures are featured on February 16. REGISTER NOW!
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Grand Rounds
9:30a-10:30a
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Feb 23
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Dr. Gus Garmel of Kaiser Santa Clara will speak on Professionalism.
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Spring Faculty Retreat
10a-3p
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May 02
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The spring faculty retreat will be held at the Faculty-Alumni House.
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See More News & Events
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The Department of Emergency Medicine is committed to excellence in emergency care for patients of all ages and backgrounds 24 hours a day, to educating physicians and students to the highest standards in the specialty of emergency medicine, and to improving knowledge and practice by research into the prevention and treatment of emergency conditions. read more...
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