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Website: https://www.emta.co.uk

Better Training. Better Care.

🚨 Emergency Medicine Journal Club: 🚨
📚 FRCEM OSCE Special Edition📚

We discuss the paper issued by RCEM Exams team for the upcoming FRCEM Final OSCE critical appraisal viva.

💧 Fluid Resus in sepsis: 5% HAS vs crystalloid?
October 16, 2025 at 5:48 PM
🚨 Emergency Medicine Journal Club 🚨

Acute Aortic Syndrome: Can decision rules help diagnosis?

Join us for a discussion of the DAShED study, chaired by Prof. Gordon Fuller 🧠

🗓️ 30th Sept | 🕑 2–3pm

🔗 Register: us06web.zoom.us/webi...
August 30, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Your voice matters. 💬

Based on feedback from EM trainees, EMTA has been able to work with @RCollEM & provide data driven evidence to advocate for real changes to the curriculum and training experience.

Check out the curriculum updates: rcem.ac.uk/em-curric...
August 21, 2025 at 9:10 AM
You can now register for the July journal club meeting - http://bit.ly/3GhAUel

22nd July | 2–3pm
Refractory VF: What is the best defib strategy?

Join us for a high-impact discussion of the DOSE-VF trial, chaired by Dr Adrian Boyle

Paper available on registration.
July 10, 2025 at 9:21 AM
⏰ Time is running out! ⏰

We're at a 54% survey response rate, and every response makes a difference. Don't miss your chance to have your voice heard!

Exciting news—we'll soon be releasing a sneak peek of our interactive dashboard showcasing previous survey results.
May 17, 2025 at 5:07 PM
🎉 We're halfway there! 🎉

Great job everyone—we've reached a 50% response rate for #EMTAsurvey2025! But we're aiming higher & need YOUR input to advocate for data driven policy change.

Every voice counts: bit.ly/emtasurvey2025
EMTA App: https://bit.ly/emtaapp
May 8, 2025 at 5:31 PM
🚨 New National EM Journal Club 🚨

📍 Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meet...

Join us for the first UK-wide Emergency Medicine Journal Club on *27th May at 2pm!*

We’ll be discussing: *What is the best oxygenation strategy for trauma patients?* 🩸🫁
May 3, 2025 at 9:19 AM
⏰ Time is running out—help us reach our target now!

#EMTASurvey2025 closes in just a few weeks! Your feedback is needed to shape the future of EM training.

Complete the survey here: bit.ly/emtasurvey2025
EMTA app: https://bit.ly/emtaapp
April 14, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Previous responses have already led to fairer EDT provision, clear definitions of "full-time" hours, and enhanced training quality in crucial areas like paediatrics, minors, and ultrasound.

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March 31, 2025 at 9:21 AM
🎯 We're are getting there—help us hit our target!

Your feedback is essential in driving meaningful improvements. Each survey completed brings us closer to achieving our goals for better EM training.

10 minutes to make your voice count: bit.ly/emtasurvey2025

#EMTASurvey2025
March 31, 2025 at 9:20 AM
This data has enabled EMTA to highlight these issues. RCEM recognises that toxic behaviours such as bullying & incivility occur in ED.

In response, the anti-bullying campaign - RespectED - aims to raise awareness and tackle this rise in toxic behaviours.

www.emta.co.uk/behav...
March 22, 2025 at 5:50 PM
🩺 Past EMTA surveys identified key concerns affecting EM trainees, including incivility, undermining, harassment & bullying.

Your feedback is crucial—it directly helps us create a safer, more supportive training environment for everyone.

Complete the #EMTA2025survey today!
March 22, 2025 at 5:50 PM
🚨 Attention everyone! 🚨 The 2025 EMTA Survey is live, and YOUR voice matters. 📢

✅ Help shape the future of EM training
✅ Make sure your needs are heard!

Take 10 mins to fill it out & make an impact.
#EMTASurvey
March 8, 2025 at 9:18 AM
We are in our final session of #EMTA2025. Dr Tessa Davis
sharing insights on how to pass the interview and secure the dream substantive NHS consultant job.

@rcem.ac.uk @rcemevents.bsky.social
February 27, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Dr Natasha Treagust discussing an innovative model for urgent and emergency care by evaluating community unscheduled care co-ordination hubs

#EMTA2025 @rcem.ac.uk @rcemevents.bsky.social
February 27, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Dr Georgina Tindell talking about her project on introducing an ED led acute musculoskeletal service

#EMTA2025 @rcem.ac.uk @rcemevents.bsky.social
February 27, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Medical student Eliza Rodgus has looked into the effectiveness of femoral nerve blocks in paediatric femoral fracture.

#EMTA2025 @rcem.ac.uk @rcemevents.bsky.social
February 27, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Dr Vivian Nguyen presenting their QIP on drug misuse and strategies to address risk behaviour in Scottish adolescents

#EMTA2025 @rcem.ac.uk @rcemevents.bsky.social
February 27, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Dr Helen Mackey's work looks at tackling a serious problem faced by EDs — patient flow. Her talk is focussed to improving flow and maintain patient safety.

#EMTA2025 @rcem.ac.uk @rcemevents.bsky.social
February 27, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Dr Umer Hakeem is next on stage talking about critical appraisal training - an essential part of our training and professional development!

#EMTA2025 @rcem.ac.uk @rcemevents.bsky.social
February 27, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Final year medical students Olivia James and Sophie Ashing talking about concussions and if EM doctors are provided with adequate training to manage them properly.

#EMTA2025 @rcem.ac.uk @rcemevents.bsky.social
February 27, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Medical students Joanna Childs and James Bull working towards sustainability by talking about their work on optimizing IV antibiotic use in ED.

#EMTA2025 @rcem.ac.uk @rcemgreened.bsky.social @rcemevents.bsky.social
February 27, 2025 at 2:32 PM
All fed and watered — It's now time for trainee presentations. Dr Jade Baker is our first presenter, talking to us about her work on balint groups. Do you have balint groups in your department?

#EMTA2025 @EMTAevents @RCEMevents @RCollEM @DrAshnaA
February 27, 2025 at 2:24 PM
#EMTA2025 has an exciting performance on stage! @heidiedmundson.bsky.social from Wake The Beast theatre company. They have us on our toes while showcasing some realities EM doctors phase everyday.

@EMTAevents @RCEMevents @DrAshnaA

@rcem.ac.uk @rcemevents.bsky.social
February 27, 2025 at 12:42 PM