An Atypical Presentation of Cystic Echinococcosis.

Cystic echinococcosis (CE) is an infection caused by the tapeworm. CE generally manifests in the liver, but it may present in any organ. These patients often first present to the emergency department.

Using Slack to Facilitate Virtual Small Groups for Individualized Interactive Instruction.

Individualized interactive instruction provides an opportunity for significant innovation and advances in curriculum design. We describe the development and implementation of virtual small group exercises into the curriculum of an emergency medicine residency training program using a free social media and communication platform (Slack). Two virtual small group exercises, one case-based and one open-ended, were trialed during the 2016 to 2017 academic year.

Social Determinants of Health: A Missing Link in Emergency Medicine Training.

The health of a population depends upon several factors, including disease, public health initiatives, and the social determinants of health (SDH). These factors often converge in the emergency department (ED) where the impact of social conditions such as homelessness, low-literacy, and poverty lead to recidivism and may contribute to provider burnout. Inclusion of SDH topics in EM residency curricula can provide needed background information and effective strategies for coping with these patients in the clinical setting.