20 Years of Learning Together: Indo-US Emergency Medicine Journey

The Emergence of Emergency Medicine

Emergency medicine (EM) is a critical field, but it's relatively new in India. It only became an official specialty in 2009. Before that, emergencies were handled by doctors without specialized training.

To bridge this gap, the Indo-US Emergency and Trauma Collaborative began hosting annual meetings in 2005. These meetings introduced something innovative: clinico-pathologic case (CPC) competitions.

What Are CPC Competitions?

CPC competitions are like quizzes where doctors present challenging cases and learn from each other. It's a collaborative way to enhance knowledge and skills.

Going Global with the World Academic Council of EM

Later, the World Academic Council of EM was established, making CPC competitions global. Now, doctors from around the world can participate and learn together.

20 Years of Progress

The Indo-US Emergency and Trauma Collaborative has been active for 20 years. What started as small meetings has grown into a significant international initiative. The focus remains on learning and improving emergency care.

Why the Delay in India?

It's interesting to note that EM became official in India much later than in other countries. Perhaps more focus on emergency care earlier could have accelerated this process. However, it's great to see India catching up now.

The Impact of CPC Competitions

CPC competitions play a crucial role in this journey. They enable doctors to share knowledge and learn from each other. It's like a global study group for emergency medicine professionals.

With the World Academic Council of EM, the reach has expanded even further. Doctors worldwide can now join in and benefit from this collaborative learning experience.

A Legacy of Improvement

After 20 years, the Indo-US Emergency and Trauma Collaborative is still thriving. From humble beginnings, it has evolved into a major force in improving emergency care—one competition at a time.