In May 2023, UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital launched a first-of-its-kind program, with educational support from faculty at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, to help fill the growing need for first responders in Colorado.
Angela Wright, MD, assistant professor of emergency medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, has been named Medical Director for the State Health Facilities and Emergency Medical and Trauma Services branch of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE).
Press Coverage Prehospital Care and EMS
The first cohort of UCHealth's Medical Education on the Delivery of Innovative Care (MEDIC) school started earlier this spring, facilitated by EMS faculty in the University of Colorado Department of Emergency Medicine.
Press Coverage Prehospital Care and EMS
Angela Wright, MD, assistant professor of emergency medicine and medical director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) discusses mental health support in new EMS program, where she leads education efforts.
Research Diversity Prehospital Care and EMS
Emergency medical services (EMS), or prehospital care teams, are the first medical contact for people needing immediate care and because of that they can have significant impact on how treatment will continue. Due to environmental, cultural, and socioeconomic factors, some patients don’t get the care they need, presenting EMS leadership with challenges to improve access to quality and equitable care.
Awareness Burn Prehospital Care and EMS
Cooking during the holidays is a timeless tradition, often an opportunity to share recipes and gather with family and friends. While the holidays are peaceful and joyous for many, the emergency room (ER) staff will tell you a different story.
The Guardian
July 11, 2024
Christopher Knoepke, PhD, MSW, LCSW, law enforcement lead for the CU Firearm Injury Prevention Initiative, was quoted in an article from The Guardian on the Colorado Springs Club Q shooting.
American Democracy & Health Security
July 02, 2024
Leslie Osborn, MD, visiting assistant professor of emergency medicine, was recognized as an American Democracy & Health Security "Lamplighter."
Las Vegas Review-Journal
July 02, 2024
“This is a big challenge when it comes to driving, because people don’t react appropriately and self-regulate,” said Emmy Betz, a professor of emergency medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine who has studied advance driving directives.
Face the Fight
June 27, 2024
The CU Firearm Injury Prevention Initiative was mentioned in an article from Face the Fight on impact of veteran suicide prevention.
Colleen Miracle
