Urban Emergency Medicine: Expert Insights into Healthcare Disparities

Experts from top hospitals in America’s largest cities share their expertise on the disease states, injuries, patient populations, practice barriers, and societal conditions that contribute to healthcare disparities in urban emergency departments.

This comprehensive guide, written by Mark Curato, Kaushal Shah, and Christopher Reisig, provides clinicians with the knowledge and skills to recognize the impact of healthcare disparities on patient well-being and identify and manage the needs of special patient populations, including victims of substance abuse and intimate partner violence.

Clinical Chapters: Real-World Case Studies and Expert Advice

The clinical chapters in this book define conditions through real-life case studies, discussing their prevalence in urban settings and offering expert advice for immediate and effective management. This enables clinicians to develop a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in urban emergency medicine.

In addition to providing context and valuable tips for best practice, this book introduces new ways of thinking about the diseases and problems discussed, making it an essential resource for clinicians looking to improve their knowledge and skills in urban emergency medicine.

Who Should Read This Book?

This book is essential reading for clinicians at all levels, from students to senior attending practitioners, who want to improve their knowledge and skills in urban emergency medicine and provide better care to their patients.

Publication Details:

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: August 3, 2023
• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 206
• ISBN-10: 1009181564
• ISBN-13: 978-1009181563

Stay ahead in urban emergency medicine with this expert guide. Learn how to identify and manage healthcare disparities, and provide better care to your patients in urban emergency departments.