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The Australasian College for Emergency Medicine – the peak body for emergency medicine in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.

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ACEM
2 years
ACEM refutes comments by @AndrewLittleMP in the @nzherald and stands by Dr John Bonning’s assertion that NZ EDs are under extreme and unprecedented pressure. Data supporting @johnubonn 's statements has been provided to Mr Little. Statement:
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ACEM
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ACEM is disappointed and saddened by the repeal of #Medevac legislation. Medical colleges were united in calling for Medevac to stay. Everyone deserves access to medical care – emergency medicine doctors will not forget those who remain in offshore detention.
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ACEM
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"ED doctors don't want yoga sessions and resilience training, they want an environment where their skills can be put to good use. If ED doctors aren't resilient, who is?" - Dr Susan Ieraci #ACEM19 #acemvolunteers
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ACEM
5 years
Doctors have marched through Hobart this morning calling for #ClimateAction . Up next an important Climate Emergency plenary at #ACEM19
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ACEM
5 years
New release! We've just published Clinical Guidelines for the Management of COVID-19 in Australasian Emergency Departments. All our latest guidelines and resources are being hosted at:
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ACEM
3 years
@ACEMPresident Dr Clare Skinner spoke to @latingle on @abc730 about Australia's health system in crisis. "This is not a COVID phenomenon. This has been building for years. We're seeing the fault-lines exposed through COVID." Watch now:
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ACEM
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ACEM congratulates St Vincent's Hospital Sydney Emergency Department as a recipient of the group ACEM Wellbeing Award 2023. The ED was nominated for introducing two unique initiatives to improve the wellbeing of EM staff – a wellness coaching and counselling program, and block
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ACEM
3 years
Hospital emergency departments and staff are facing extreme pressures as we contend with providing ‘business-as-usual’ urgent care over the busy summer period, as well as increasing COVID-19 presentations. Full @acempresident statement -
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ACEM
4 years
FACEM @claski has been elected as the College’s next President-Elect, following the conduct of an election in which more than 1200 Fellows cast a vote. Congratulations Clare! Full statement:
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ACEM
4 years
We want to thank all nurses, in emergency departments and beyond, for the care they exhibit and the skill with which they practice. Through good times and bad, you stand with us, and we stand with you. Thank you. #InternationalNursesDay
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ACEM
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. @acemonline is pleased to announce the commencement of Dr Clare Skinner as ACEM President. @claski 's two-year term begins today following @johnubonn 's term as ACEM’s first president from Aotearoa New Zealand. Full statement:
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ACEM
3 years
Today is Emergency Medicine Day, a @EuropSocEM initiative to unite people and decision-makers to think about emergency medicine and care, and to consider the critical need across the world for access to such care and the systems, people and structures that sustain it. #EMday
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ACEM
7 years
ACEM proudly comes out in support of #marriageequality
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ACEM
2 years
Emergency physicians know an emergency when they see one. This election, vote like your health depends on it. We need action on climate health. @acempresident #AusVotes #VoteHealth #VoteClimate #ItsAnEmergency
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ACEM
2 years
There is a line-up of fantastic speakers at the ACEM Spring Symposium 2022! View all the speakers and their presentations throughout the programme here: Register for virtual or in-person attendance: #ACEMSS22 #MahiTahi
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ACEM
3 years
ACEM backs calls for release of the Biloela family from immigration detention. Full statement >
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ACEM
5 years
The holidays can be a very busy time in EDs. Thank you to all the incredible emergency doctors, staff and all emergency responders working over this period to care for some of the most vulnerable people in our communities. Be safe, be well and thank you for your amazing work.
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ACEM
1 year
In response to media reports, Dr @RaghwanShani says there is no such thing as ‘best’ or ‘worst’ performing EDs as they are part of an interconnected web of under-resourced health services. "People will receive the same dedication from ED staff, wherever they attend. If you need
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ACEM
3 years
Today is #EmergencyNursesDay . We are grateful to emergency nurses for their exceptional skill, knowledge and passion. @CENAorg @NursingCENNZ
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ACEM
6 years
ACEM is proud to support #CrazySocks4Docs on Friday, June 1 – a campaign that aims to raise awareness of mental health among doctors Wear your most colourful, zany, funky, silly, odd socks, upload the pic @gdtoogood @crazysocks4Docs @ShyamanM
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ACEM
4 years
Unfortunately we learned today that one of our College members, like many other Victorian health workers, has tested positive for COVID-19. She is well but has chosen to isolate in a hotel at this time to minimise the risk to her family.
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ACEM
1 year
ACEM is deeply distressed by a reported violent incident at a hospital in north west Tasmania. Full statement:
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ACEM
6 years
Today we stand with @ama_media and other specialist medical bodies seeking urgent treatment and healthcare for families and children currently detained on Nauru. Our responsibility for high-quality healthcare is to all populations. See: @JudkinsSimon
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ACEM
2 years
The Australasian College for Emergency Medicine expresses sadness and offers deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of former College President, Associate Professor Joseph Epstein, following his passing overnight.
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ACEM
3 years
The only solution to ambulance ramping is to fix access block.
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Ambulance ramping Northern Hospital Melbourne.
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ACEM
2 years
Australia’s emergency doctors warn that patients will continue to suffer increasingly long waits for care, after an ACEM member survey revealed large numbers of medical positions in emergency departments remain unfilled for the 2023 clinical year. Read:
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ACEM
5 years
Historically, there has been no specific, recognised training path/qualification for doctors in #PHRM . From 2020, structured training and education in PHRM will be available via a diploma and advanced diploma. @ANZCA @ACRRM @CICMANZ #coming2020
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ACEM
7 years
Saddened to hear about the incident at Flinders Street Station, Melbourne. Our thoughts are with those affected, their family and friends. Our thanks goes to the emergency services who are responding.
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ACEM
5 years
Couldn't get to #acemws19 , or suffering from withdrawal symptoms? FACEM Dr Clare Skinner ( @claski ) shared her personal journey in emergency medicine & what she has relied on to not just survive but thrive. These are her words... @virtualruth @johnubonn
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ACEM
5 years
President @johnubonn declares climate change a medical emergency. @JudkinsSimon
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ACEM
2 years
Congratulations to the Royal Hobart Hospital ED, winner of the ACEM Wellbeing Award (Group/ED) 2022. RHH ED was nominated for its various initiatives embedded in everyday work, designed to mitigate stresses & improve patient care within an inclusive & cohesive team & community.
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ACEM
3 years
This morning some College staff gathered to acknowledge and celebrate #CrazySocks4Docs Day. We hope you're having a great day. We also want to remind everyone that support is available:
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ACEM
4 years
Thanks for all of your sacrifices so far Melbournians and Victorians. Together we have driven the COVID-19 numbers down. It is important to pause and recognise what we have together achieved for our community.
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ACEM
2 years
Congratulations to St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne Emergency Department who are a recipient of the ACEM Foundation Al Spilman Award for Culturally Safe EDs for their initiative: ‘Indigenous Health Equity Working Group’. @StVHealthAust
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ACEM congratulates #AnthonyAlbanese on becoming the 31st prime minister of #Australia . Emergency doctors stand ready to work with the new government on urgent fixes for the #healthemergency . We can fix it, together. Statement: @AlboMP #AusVotes22
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ACEM
2 years
Congratulations to all the recipients at last night’s inaugural ACEM Awards Ceremony. It was a wonderful opportunity to recognise emergency medicine practitioners for their dedicated work throughout 2019-2022.
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ACEM
3 years
The @aihw ED care report 2020-21 shows that the Australian healthcare system is not fit for purpose. Fixing it now, and for the future, requires a whole-of-system approach, more staff & beds & massive investment in aged care & the NDIS. Full statement :
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ACEM
4 years
Just wanted to give a big shoutout and thanks to our fabulous members who, as well as working on the frontline in EDs throughout the pandemic, took the time out to write guidelines for their colleagues.
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ACEM
5 years
“The world Is filled with unintelligent people with so much overconfidence and intelligent people with so much self-doubt; I have something to say for the intelligent people with self doubt - get over it.” - Dr Bob Brown 🙌💪😆 #ACEM19 #ACEMvolunteers
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ACEM
6 years
We are campaigning for high-quality and appropriate healthcare for asylum seekers on Nauru. Want to get involved? #doctorsforasylumseekers signage is available on our website (). Print it. Take a picture. Post it. Tag us. Tell your friends. @JudkinsSimon
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ACEM
3 years
South Australia's psychiatrists & emergency physicians jointly welcome SA Labor's $182m mental health pledge, incl. 300 extra hospital beds. All political parties must now outline their plans to fix SA’s broken mental health system. #votehealth @ranzcp
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ACEM
6 years
Shocked and saddened to hear of the tragic events unfolding in Christchurch, New Zealand. Our thoughts are with those affected, their family and friends. Our thanks goes to the emergency services who are responding @JudkinsSimon @johnubonn
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ACEM
2 years
Congratulations to Professor Simon Craig, recipient of the ACEM Foundation International Development Fund Grant 2022. Simon will receive $50k to support his project 'Developing a paediatric emergency medication book for Sri Lanka' at Monash Health.
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ACEM
3 years
ACEM recognises #Omicron is causing concern for acute #healthcare workers & renews calls for a system-wide approach to prepare for more cases. @acemonline urges decision makers to include ED directors & nurse managers in #COVID19 conversations & plans.
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ACEM
2 years
When Minutes Matter, a collection of short stories from Global Emergency Care clinicians, was launched at #ICEM22 where we heard exceptional tales of triumph & resistance from the authors. Purchase onsite at #ICEM22 at the ACEM Lounge or online:
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ACEM
4 years
It is important not to neglect urgent medical needs in times of COVID-19. Delaying seeking medical attention for severe illness or health issues can make bad situations much worse. Read ACEM’s full statement here: @johnubonn @JudkinsSimon
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ACEM
6 years
FACEM Dr Georgina Phillips supporting calls demanding #refugees children & families be removed from #Nauru . The #doctorsforasylumseekers want #KidsOffNauru @RACGP @TheRACP @yourAMSA @JudkinsSimon @johnubonn @sara_townend
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ACEM
2 years
Joint Statement: Emergency doctors and nurses in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand are urging people to play it safe this festive season to avoid preventable trips to overcrowded and understaffed EDs @CENAorg @NursingCENNZ
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ACEM
6 years
FACEM Dr Gerard O'Reilly supporting calls demanding #refugees children & families be removed from #Nauru . The #doctorsforasylumseekers want #KidsOffNauru @RACGP @TheRACP @yourAMSA @JudkinsSimon @johnubonn @sara_townend
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ACEM
7 years
ACEM welcomes today’s Yes vote for marriage equality
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ACEM
4 years
It is unacceptable for people needing mental health support to wait 8, 12, 24hrs - even days - in an ED for definitive psychiatric care. #COVID19 has added to pressures and issues we have been raising for years. Our systems must do better.
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ACEM
1 year
A voice for Indigenous people: A clear and welcome path to self-determination and reconciliation. In the lead-up to the October 14 #VoiceToParliament referendum, read the full EMA Journal editorial from the Co-Chair of ACEM’s Indigenous Health Committee Dr Glenn Harrison now.
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ACEM
5 years
Today is the one-year anniversary of the attacks on two mosques in Christchurch. Our thoughts are with victims, families, first responders, ED staff, hospitals and the community. Kia kaha, kia kotahi ra. As-salaam alaikum – our strength is our unity. Peace be unto you
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ACEM
3 years
A distressed 34-year-old woman urgently needs inpatient mental health care but gets stuck in a noisy ED for 52 hours, as there are no available mental health beds. This isn’t normal. This isn’t safe. This can be fixed. #ItsAnEmergency #VoteHealth #SAVotes
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ACEM
2 years
ACEM News: FACEM Dr Stephen Gourley elected ACEM President-Elect - @StephenGourley7
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ACEM
4 years
Overnight @claski was confirmed at the College's new President-Elect, while Immediate Past President @JudkinsSimon stepped down from his role on the ACEM Board. Congratulations to both on tremendous work as advocates for ACEM and emergency medicine.
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ACEM
4 years
ACEM is warning of escalating risks to patient safety and lives as crowding makes a dangerous return to Australian and New Zealand emergency departments. Full statement -
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ACEM
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The 2021.1 Buchanan Prize has been jointly awarded to Dr Elyssia Bourke and Dr Shannon Baso.
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ACEM
4 years
Wishing all a safe and happier new year as we reach the end of 2020. Special thoughts and thanks to ED staff and all emergency services personnel working over the holiday period, caring for communities at the end of a very tough year. We hope for a brighter 2021.
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ACEM
6 years
Congratulations Dr John Bonning ( @johnubonn ), elected President-Elect. Dr Bonning will take office at ACEM's AGM, to be held on 18 November 2018 @JudkinsSimon
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ACEM
4 years
ACEM is concerned ‘GP-type patients’ are once again being blamed for crowding in Queensland EDs while the root systemic causes contributing to hospital access block remain un-addressed. @johnubonn @hansendisease Full statement:
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ACEM
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Shortage of inpatient beds for patients stuck in ED is a major cause of #accessblock in @qldhealthnews hospitals ACEM's reform solutions here @ShannonFentiman @StevenJMiles @DebFrecklington @QldAmbulance @couriermail @GCS_Pottsy
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ACEM
3 years
The College is deeply saddened at reports of the death of Victorian emergency nurse Gillian Dempsey from COVID-19. We offer our deepest condolences to her family, friends and colleagues. Read our full joint statement with @CENAorg here:
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ACEM
1 year
ACEM congratulates Dr Jen Macqueen as the recipient of the individual ACEM Wellbeing Award 2023. Jen was nominated for championing initiatives in her ED that focused on the wellbeing of colleagues, promoted peer-to-peer support and encouraged staff to check in on each other
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ACEM
5 years
Tonight at #ACEMVIC , Professor George Braitberg received ACEM Service Award for significant services to the College & Emergency Medicine. We honour his #leadership and dedication 👏 @acemonline @JudkinsSimon
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ACEM
7 years
Congratulations @JudkinsSimon , now ACEM President. We look forward to your leadership.
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ACEM
3 years
A 68-year-old man with a bleed on the brain needs inpatient care but gets stuck in the ED for more than 10 hours as there are no available hospital beds. This isn't normal. This isn't safe. This can be fixed. SA needs more inpatient beds. #ItsAnEmergency #VoteHealth #SAVotes
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ACEM
5 years
The College has released a statement following @4corners on Monday night. It raised a number of issues, including acccess block and overcrowding. @JudkinsSimon says 'the gridlock in EDs means ... the risks to patients are heightened'. Read more:
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ACEM
5 years
We're collating resources relating to COVID-19 on our website. The Management of Respiratory Disease Outbreaks guide includes scalable suggestions for care, according to your patient numbers, severity of disease and the staff and resources available.
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ACEM
1 year
This Emergency Medicine Day, ACEM President Dr Clare Skinner writes that we must work together to ensure safety in the emergency department and change the culture that tells us a lack of safety is just part of the job – because it isn’t. Read more:
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ACEM
6 years
Great message from Dr Bailey and Noah, a cardiac arrest survivor, about the importance of CPR #ACEM18
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ACEM
4 years
🚁 Updates have landed over on our DipPHRM page! We've listed some of our already accredited training sites, released information on enrolment (opening December!), and more. Get the latest: @ANZCA @ACRRM @CICMANZ @RACGP 📷 @kerno62
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ACEM
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This morning we have released Nowhere else to go: why Australia’s health system results in people with mental illness getting ‘stuck’ in emergency departments. @johnubonn @JudkinsSimon @claski @Mitch_Inst
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ACEM
5 years
Did you know? Our live clinical guidelines for COVID-19 include a section on workforce wellbeing, including advice on risk management, staffing and psychosocial considerations. Check them out: #EMWW2020
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ACEM
2 years
That’s a wrap for #ICEM22 . A big thanks to the organising committee, plus all delegates, speakers and volunteers who’ve come together to participate and consider #BetterCareForABetterWorld .
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ACEM
6 years
Today is Crazy Socks 4 Docs Day. ACEM staff proudly support #CrazySocks4Docs Day. To help spread the message and encourage doctors to start talking about their mental health.
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‘All healthcare workers have a right to be safe at work, and violence cannot be tolerated in emergency departments, hospital and healthcare environments.’
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ACEM
4 years
A new vote is coming for FACEMs. We want to embed the College's commitment to health equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and Māori in our Constitution. @johnubonn @JudkinsSimon
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ACEM
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Congratulations, Dinesh! A wonderful achievement and well deserved. Dr Palipana will be at #ACEM20 as part of our equity workshop on Friday morning (27/11).
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Annastacia Palaszczuk
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Dr Dinesh Palipana is the recipient of the Queensland @ausoftheyear . He advocates for equitable treatment of people with disabilities, & contributed to advancing treatment of spinal cord injuries & restoring functions for people with paralysis. #queensland #ausoftheyear
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ACEM
6 years
We are pleased to announce the ACEM Wellbeing Award, which celebrates the initiative(s) of individual(s), groups and EDs that have actively enhance the wellbeing of their ED colleagues. Nominations are open until 9 October. Check out: @JudkinsSimon
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🚁 Prepare for take-off. #DipPHRM is launching term 3 of the 2020 medical year. Site accreditation will commence in mid-February and trainees may enrol following that accreditation. Hit our website () for all the latest. @ANZCA @CICMANZ @RACGP @ACRRM
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ACEM
1 year
Any form of violence, be it physical or verbal, cannot be tolerated in emergency departments, hospitals and healthcare settings. Staff, patients and their carers have the right to be safe in these environments.
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ACEM
1 year
ACEM is deeply distressed by a reported violent incident at a hospital in north west Tasmania. Full statement:
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ACEM
2 years
ACEM stands by statements given by @ACEMPresident Dr Clare Skinner and other emergency physicians at the NSW Ambulance Ramping and Access Block Inquiry. Each statement is representative of the issues experienced by emergency doctors across NSW. Read:
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ACEM
5 years
ACEM is calling for a calm, respectful and unified response to address the ongoing novel Coronavirus situation. Read more: @johnubonn @JudkinsSimon
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ACEM
5 years
Did you know? The College is now displaying five flags at the entryway to its Australian office. The flags represent Australia, New Zealand, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples, and the Tino Rangatiratanga of Māori. ACEM is proud to be a diverse and bi-national College.
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6 years
FACEMs Dr Shahina Braganza and Dr Una Harrington explored wellness and performance in emergency care - translating ideas into practice at #EMSA18 this afternoon @EmergSA @WRAPEMtweet @andeejohnston @JudkinsSimon #wellness #conversation @CENAorg @AusParamedics
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ACEM
2 years
Don't miss @Kon__K 's plenary speech: "Pursuing health equity for asylum seekers and displaced persons across the globe", at #ICEM22 . Register: #BetterCare4ABetterWorld #emergencymedicine #melbourne
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ACEM
5 years
We are delighted to share that both resolutions in the Constitution vote have passed. By an overwhelming number, FACEMs voted for changes to enable Board participation from the general membership and a community representative. #getonBoard @JudkinsSimon
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ACEM
6 years
President's Blog: Excited about #ACEM18 , @JudkinsSimon writes about the unique opportunity to increase diversity on ACEM governance structures. 'Women are underrepresented at Board level, & we have had only one female President. This must change' @claski
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ACEM
3 years
"That our hospitals are unable to meet the needs of South Australia before we even begin to see the impact of COVID-19 is mind-boggling." ACEM statement on ramping at the Women's and Children's Hospital:
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