Stanford Department of Emergency Medicine

The mission of the Stanford Department of Emergency Medicine is to transform healthcare for all by leading in the advancement of emergency medicine through innovation and scientific discovery. We are dedicated to providing career-defining education, leading-edge research, and precision emergency medical care.

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Pediatric ED Expands in Response to Growing Need

An expansion of Stanford's Andreessen Pediatric ED positions the department as a leader in pediatric emergency care and reflects the increasing community need for specialized pediatric services.

Transforming Emergency Care for Vulnerable Patients

A pilot program targeting frequent ED visitors has reduced ED recidivism and inpatient admissions and saved resources while enhancing care pathways.

Growing the Emergency Medicine Pipeline in Rwanda

Joe Becker, MD, spearheads the development of a groundbreaking clerkship program in Rwanda for medical students, addressing the country’s evolving healthcare needs and fostering interest in emergency medicine careers.

The Human Touch: Rethinking Healthcare's Technological Future

Dr. Christian Rose discusses the possibilities and pitfalls in AI automation and eavesdropping.

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Precision EM

The 2023 SAEM Consensus Conference on Precision Emergency Medicine is yielding groundbreaking resources on this new paradigm in patient care.
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Stanford EMED Magazine

Read all about our research and innovation in technology, AI, medical education, pediatric emergency medicine, population health, and more! Read online

StEMI X

Our fourth virtual Stanford Emergency Medicine Innovation Symposium on Oct. 17, 2024 drew registrants from 44 countries and featured national thought leaders and a live pitch competition. Key takeaways and tips for innovation from the conference are now available. Learn more.