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Congratulations to our colleague Duane Penshorn, MD, Emergency Physician at Baptist Neighborhood Hospital Shavano Park in San Antonio, TX, on his recent op-ed publication “Automation bias is the new medical error.” In the article, Dr. Penshorn discusses the importance of analyzing data in the emergency room to avoid digital traps. Read the full article here: ow.ly/UoUU5101Nxg

Mark your calendar for November 5 at 11:00 a.m. ET and join us for our next Women’s Resource Group (WRG) webinar featuring our WRG Leader and Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician Samantha Jackson Dilts, MD, FAAP. Dr. Jackson Dilts’ presentation will focus on strategies to help you triage your life. Don’t miss out—join the conversation here: ow.ly/aafr50ZZ8PF

We had a wonderful evening with the Harbor-UCLA Emergency Medicine Residents, providing an opportunity to unwind, relax, and connect. Thank you to everyone who joined us and shared in the meaningful conversations over a fantastic meal! We’re grateful for the opportunity to spend time together and build connections with the next generation of Emergency Medicine Physicians. Want to create a memorable experience for your program? Contact us at [email protected].

Looking for a fulfilling career in medicine? Our nationwide openings span an array of clinical settings, designed to meet the needs of any Physician or APP. Discover available positions at: ow.ly/7b0N50ZZ8Kg

Looking for CME hours? We have the perfect opportunity for you! Join us for our Virtual Ground Rounds—Pediatric Emergencies: Beyond the Boo-Boos on October 29, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET. You’ll hear from several of our Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physicians and leaders, who will cover topics ranging from NAT screenings and pediatric airways to pediatric ultrasounds and more. Earn 3 hours of CME for attending and reach out to Dr. Aleta Mizner at [email protected] with any questions. Join the Zoom session here: ow.ly/w2zp50ZZ88i

We are proud to share that two of our colleagues, Mohammed Abdelaziz, MD, MPH, FACP, FHM, and Chizoba Ugwummadu, MD, MS-HQSM, FACP, will be presenting at the America College of Physicians’ (ACP) 2026 Ohio/Air Force Chapters Annual Scientific Meeting in Columbus, OH, next week! Dr. Abdelaziz will present “Clinical Informatics: Improving Care Through Technology” and Dr. Ugwummadu will present “Quality Improvement Toolbox: Choosing the Right Tool”. If you are planning to attend, be sure to attend both sessions for an insightful review of these important topics.

Congratulations to our colleagues Keeli Hanzelka, MD, and Lawrence Brown, PhD, MPH&TM, and several former Residents from our emergency medicine residency program at Dell Seton Medical Center on their recent publication in collaboration with MotoAmerica. The article, “Longitudinal assessment of protective equipment in US professional motorcycle athletes,” examines changes in protective equipment use and crash-related injuries after MotoAmerica expanded its requirement for protective airbag suits. Read the full article here: ow.ly/3hgs50ZZ7zU

Thank you to the University of South Florida Tampa Emergency Medicine Residents for joining us on their night off to learn more about our practice and connect with our Florida colleagues about life as an Attending. There’s nothing better than connecting with Residents and helping them navigate the road ahead as they prepare to conclude their training!

Looking for more flexibility as an Advanced Practice Provider (APP)? Join our Dedicated APP Relief Team (DART)! You'll create your own schedule, diversify your clinical practice, and explore new places along the way. See where a DART career can take you: ow.ly/3yuO50ZZ0Xi

Our team hit it off with the Texas Tech El Paso EM Residents & Fellows at Topgolf! It was great meeting such an energetic group, all eager to head into their next chapters as Attendings. We love having the opportunity to connect and share insights with the next generation of our emergency medicine colleagues!

Passionate about providing high-quality patient care, Emergency Physician Paul Ku, MD, shares how Baptist Health System in San Antonio, Texas, supports his clinical practice. Find a career that supports you at: ow.ly/eiKf50ZX26O

Investing in the future of our specialties begins with providing resources and support for our future colleagues—Medical Students, Residents, and Fellows—to participate in research opportunities. Through a grant supplied by our practice, Research Director Dhimitri Nikolla, DO, at Saint Vincent Hospital was able to conduct several research projects in collaboration with other USACS Physicians, leading to numerous publications. Take a look at their most recent publication in the Journal of Emergency Medicine here: ow.ly/k6Ex50ZXLP0

Strong relationships and a positive work environment go hand-in-hand. Drs. Gary and Larry share their go-to ways of building relationships with hospital staff and how those intentional actions help foster a positive work environment. Hear more at: usacs.com/resources/video-ga…

On behalf of our Women’s Resource Group, we would like to acknowledge and congratulate two of our colleagues, Medical Director Sydney DeAngelis, MD, FACEP, and Chief of Engagement and Talent Management Jayne Kendall, MD, MBA, FACEP, CDE, CPE. Dr. DeAngelis was recently named Chair of the American Association of Women Emergency Physicians (AAWEP), while Dr. Kendall, who serves as a Councilor for AAWEP, has played a significant role in shaping policy and advocacy for women in emergency medicine. We are grateful for both of their leadership and contributions to our practice, the specialty, and women in medicine. Congratulations, Dr. DeAngelis and Dr. Kendall!

To celebrate #EmergencyNursesWeek, we are joined by Amer Aldeen, MD, FACEP, FAAEM. As Chief Transformation Officer and Chief Medical Officer, he shares our gratitude for the Nurses we work with each day. Their care for our patients is invaluable and their bond with our colleagues is irreplaceable!

Another fantastic day at the ballpark! Our colleagues from Bon Secours Southside Medical Center and Bon Secours Colonial Heights gathered for a Richmond Squirrels baseball game, enjoying time away from work with beautiful weather and great company. It is wonderful to see the family-forward culture fostered by our teams across the country!

We’d like to congratulate our colleague Kurtis Mayz, JD, MD, MBA, FACEP, FCLM, on being selected to serve as a member of the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) Board of Directors! We are eager to see how Dr. Mayz continues to make an impact on the emergency medicine specialty in this role and are proud to celebrate this outstanding achievement with him.

We had a fantastic time at #ACEP26 in Chicago, IL! Our team loved engaging with those in attendance and discussing the opportunities available at USACS. If you didn’t have the chance to visit our booth, you can see all our careers at: ow.ly/NXiv50ZVqgQ

Day one at #ACEP26 was incredible! We've loved meeting so many new and familiar faces here in Chicago, and can't wait to meet even more today. Be sure to stop by our booth and check out all our exciting giveaways and prizes! Not able to make it? Simply check out all our career opportunities here: ow.ly/PbHY50ZUy6Q

Our team is back in Chicago, IL! We are thrilled to be part of the #ACEP26 Scientific Assembly, hosted by the American College of Emergency Physicians. Connect with us at our booth and see how you can build a fulfilling career at USACS: ow.ly/GqkJ50ZUszs