Annals of Emergency Medicine

The Annals of Emergency Medicine (ænəlz ɒv ɪˈmɜːdʒənsi ˈmɛdɪsɪn) is a peer-reviewed medical journal that publishes research and review articles related to emergency medicine. It is the official journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP).

Etymology

The term "annals" originates from the Latin word annālis, which means "yearly". In this context, it refers to the yearly record of the advancements and research in the field of emergency medicine. The term "emergency medicine" refers to the medical specialty dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of unforeseen illness or injury.

History

The Annals of Emergency Medicine was first published in 1972. It was initially known as the Journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians until it was renamed in 1980. The journal is published by Elsevier on behalf of the ACEP.

Scope

The journal covers a wide range of topics in emergency medicine, including but not limited to clinical practice, medical education, health policy, research methodology, and trauma care. It aims to advance the science, education, and clinical practice of emergency medicine, to serve as a voice for the emergency medicine community, and to promote high-quality, efficient emergency care for all patients.

Related Terms

Emergency Medicine: The medical specialty involving care for undifferentiated and unscheduled patients with illnesses or injuries requiring immediate medical attention.
American College of Emergency Physicians: A professional organization of emergency medicine physicians in the United States.
Elsevier: A Netherlands-based publishing company that specializes in scientific, technical, and medical content.
Medical Journal: A peer-reviewed academic journal of medicine.
Clinical Practice: The routine application of medical knowledge to the care of patients.
Medical Education: The education related to the practice of being a medical practitioner.
Health Policy: The decisions, plans, and actions undertaken to achieve specific healthcare goals within a society.
Research Methodology: The specific procedures or techniques used to identify, select, process, and analyze information about a topic.
Trauma Care: The delivery of specialized medical care to patients with injuries.

External links

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Annals of Emergency Medicine