🫁🔎 A new $3.2M NIH-funded study led by Dr. Michael Pulia aims to evaluate the link between oral health and swallowing problems as synergistic risk factors for the development of pneumonia in older adults. emed.wisc.edu/news/new-gra...

New grant will examine synergy of oral health and aspiration in pneumonia risk

Led by Dr. Michael Pulia, the NIH-funded study is the first to comprehensively evaluate the link between oral health, dysphagia, and the respiratory tract microbiome in older adults with acute pneumon...

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We’re proud to celebrate eight Emergency Medicine faculty members recognized with promotions and a tenured appointment. These actions acknowledge their contributions to patient care, education, research, leadership, and service. Learn more about their work and impact: emed.wisc.edu/news/faculty...

Welcome Kristen Mueller, MD, MSCI, to UW Emergency Medicine! Dr. Mueller brings national expertise in firearm injury and violence prevention, advancing research, care and community-centered public health solutions. Read more: emed.wisc.edu/news/new-fac...

Dr. Nicholas Kuehnel and other pediatric safety experts at UW Health Kids say injuries from e-bikes and e-scooters are rising fast. They're warning families about a looming crisis, with a surge in crashes and emergency visits involving young riders across Wisconsin. www.uwhealth.org/news/experts...

Congratulations to longtime UW–Madison faculty member Dr. Janis P. Tupesis (pictured left), who has been named president-elect of the International Federation for Emergency Medicine, whose member organizations represent 70 countries worldwide! 🌍🩺

We're proud to highlight Dr. Brian Sharp and Ryan Tsuchida, who were recognized with UW Health Physician Excellence Awards for their organization-wide leadership and impact on clinical practice, health equity, and workforce development. Read more: emed.wisc.edu/news/brian-s...

As NASA names the Artemis III crew, UW emergency medicine physician-scientist Dr. Daniel Buckland is studying a key question for future lunar exploration: how cognitive strain affects astronaut performance during mission-critical tasks. emed.wisc.edu/news/designi...

Designing lunar surface missions for how the brain handles strain

As NASA plans crewed surface missions to the Moon and Mars, researchers say managing cognitive fatigue may be essential for safe, effective deep space exploration...

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Manish N. Shah, professor and chair, has received the Excellence in Research Award from the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine in recognition of career achievement and national impact in emergency medicine research. @saemonline.bsky.social @agem-saem.bsky.social emed.wisc.edu/news/manish-...

Manish N. Shah honored by SAEM for national impact on emergency medicine research

SAEM’s Excellence in Research Award recognizes Dr. Shah’s pioneering work to improve emergency care for older adults...

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Proud to celebrate Niki Hagen, our Medical Student Education Manager, named CDEM's 2026 Clerkship Coordinator of the Year! ✨ Niki has supported UW medical students, faculty, and peers with exceptional care and leadership for more than a decade. emed.wisc.edu/news/niki-ha...

This EMS Week, DEM announced new digital resources for Wisconsin EMS clinicians 🩺💻 Updated EMS protocols and a new UW EMS website put expert, evidence-based guidance within easy reach while helping current and prospective EMS partners explore the UW’s services. emed.wisc.edu/news/dem-ann...

DEM announces new digital resources for Wisconsin EMS clinicians

New EMS website and updated protocols expand access to expert clinical guidance, resources and services...

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UW Emergency Medicine faculty recently traveled to Rwanda to provide hands-on ultrasound training with local residency programs and clinical teams — supporting faster bedside decision-making through global health work grounded in local leadership and shared learning. emed.wisc.edu/news/uw-emer...

UW emergency medicine faculty lead point-of-care ultrasound training in Rwanda

The service trip was part of an ongoing global health effort to expand access to ultrasound training and use in emergency care at the nation's leading hospitals...

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Congratulations to the newest graduates of the UW School of Medicine and Public Health Doctor of Medicine program! 🎓 We are so proud to celebrate your hard work, resilience, and calling to medicine. Now and always — On, Wisconsin!

Thank you to all who joined us for our 2nd Alumni Grand Rounds 💙🩺 A special thank you to Chris Ford, MD, PG ’17, for an engaging discussion on misinformation and disinformation, and the vital role physicians play in upholding the Hippocratic Oath in modern medicine. We look forward to next year!

As our chief administrative officer, Katy Oksuita helps guide a complex academic and clinical enterprise. She recently received a UW Chancellor’s Award for Excellence for her steady leadership, operational expertise, and deep commitment to the people behind the work. emed.wisc.edu/news/katy-ok...

Katy Oksuita receives campuswide administrative excellence award

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has named Katy Oksuita, chief administrative officer, as a 2026 Academic Staff Excellence Award honoree...

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🚁 Dr. Michael Abernethy, a global leader and pioneer in air medical transport, retires from UW Health Med Flight this month after 34 years — the longest tenure of any emergency medicine faculty at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Full story: emed.wisc.edu/news/michael...

Michael Abernethy, chief flight physician, retires after 34 years

Dr. Abernethy, who has flown with UW Health Med Flight since 1992, is one of the most experienced helicopter emergency medical services physicians in the world...

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Dr. Ciara Barclay-Buchanan has been elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society — one of the highest honors in academic medicine. Her election reflects a career defined by excellence, humanism, and a deep commitment to advancing remarkable health care. emed.wisc.edu/news/ciara-b...

🌿 At UW–Madison, we're committed to advancing discovery, strengthening communities and improving lives. That mission is especially visible in academic medicine, where education, research and patient care come together every day. Proud to be Badgers. On, Wisconsin! news.wisc.edu/uw-madison-a...

UW–Madison again named a ‘new Ivy’ by Forbes

The university was selected as one of the best in the country at "preparing and graduating the talent" that meets today's workforce needs.

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UW–Madison is leading the nation’s first collaborative research network to advance science on lucidity in late-stage Alzheimer’s disease and dementia — a phenomenon in which people living with the disease appear to suddenly "wake up" from years of decline. emed.wisc.edu/news/uw-co-l...

UW co-leads first national research network to study lucidity in dementia

Andrea Gilmore-Bykovskyi co-leads the LEAD Network, the first NIH-funded effort to advance lucidity science in late-stage Alzheimer's Disease and dementia...

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From the ED to the Polar Plunge, Dr. Sam Dillman is committed to helping kids thrive 🌱 The UW Health pediatrician partners with Special Olympics Wisconsin to expand access to sports, health screenings, and early care — supporting lifelong health from the start. emed.wisc.edu/news/how-a-u...

How a UW pediatrician is helping children thrive through Special Olympics health programs

Dr. Sam Dillman is working to address health gaps for children with intellectual disabilities through early intervention and community-based care...

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Dr. Michael Pulia was interviewed by CIDRAP: "Disruption of the upper airway microbiome and selective pressure for resistance genes represent important examples of the potential deleterious effects of routine antibiotic prescribing for patients hospitalized with viral respiratory infections."

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New study shows that the use of azithromycin in COVID-19 patients is tied to increased signs of antibiotic resistance and potentially harms the upper respiratory microbiome. More on the study: ow.ly/FPwE50Yw3ME

As AI adoption accelerates across health care, bringing new questions about safety and bias, one UW–Madison physician is helping shape national guidance for its responsible use in emergency medicine. emed.wisc.edu/news/uw-phys...

UW physician helps shape national guidance on AI in emergency medicine

Daniel Buckland, MD, PhD, contributed to an American College of Emergency Physicians task force outlining risks, safeguards and best practices for artificial intelligence use in emergency departments....

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Across the pond and into high-stakes trauma training! Our Retrieval and Critical Care Transport fellows completed the U.K.'s ATACC Course — one of the world’s most advanced trauma courses. Three intense days of complex and high-fidelity simulation training.

We’re excited to welcome 13 new residents to the UW Department of Emergency Medicine! Over the next few years, they’ll train in one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers, learning to care for patients across every stage of life and level of complexity. emed.wisc.edu/news/match-d...

EMS and emergency clinicians at all levels are invited to attend the next Emergency Education Nights Webinar: “Sexual Assault and Violence Response in the Field (HALO Talk)" tomorrow, March 4th. This session is offered at no cost by UW Health. Register at events.teams.microsoft.com/event/11ba14...

🚨 A UW study of 26,000+ ambulance transports is lending insight to a national debate on the safety of lights and sirens. The takeaway: a modern method for analyzing local EMS transport times - and risks - that's scalable to health care systems across the U.S. emed.wisc.edu/news/uw-stud...

UW study on ambulance safety earns top honor at national EMS conference

Dr. Michael Spigner received the Best Scientific Presentation award for his plenary abstract assessing time saved during ambulance transport by using lights and sirens...

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EMS and emergency clinicians at all levels are invited to attend the next Emergency Education Nights Webinar: “From Cradle to Crisis: Neonatal Emergency Updates" on Wed, Feb. 18. This session is offered at no cost by UW Health. Register at events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d62a01...

As NASA plans sustained human presence on the Moon, Dr. Daniel Buckland is studying how cognitive fatigue affects human performance, safety, and decision-making during simulated lunar EVAs — and why those same risks matter in emergency departments on Earth. emed.wisc.edu/news/designi...

Designing lunar surface missions for how the brain handles strain

As NASA plans crewed surface missions to the Moon and Mars, researchers say managing cognitive fatigue may be essential for safe, effective deep space exploration...

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On #NationalWomenPhysiciansDay, we’re celebrating the women physicians whose voices, expertise, and dedication make our department stronger. Your work shapes our specialty, strengthens our teams, and makes a real difference for patients when it matters most. Thank you for all you do. 💙

Apply to the next UW Health Primary Paramedic cohort by March 15. Training provides a comprehensive introduction to paramedic care for those with a passion for advancing their careers in EMS, interfacility transport, or hospital and clinic settings. 🔗 www.uwhealth.org/emergency-ed...

Happy National Pediatrician Day! 🩺🧸 We're incredibly grateful for our growing team of fellowship-trained pediatric emergency medicine physicians, care team members, and trainees who help us provide remarkable care for kids. Best of the best!