Colorado ACEP

Denver Health medical residents advocacy day.

CO ACEP celebrates the DH medical residents

Now that summer is here and we spend more time outside, it's inevitable that we'll be dealing with more bug bites. Most bites are an annoying inconvenience, but some can become a medical emergency.  emergencyphysicians.org/press-releases…

June is Migraine & Headache Awareness Month. Most headaches aren’t serious—but some are. 🚨 Go to the ER if you have: ⚠️ Sudden, severe pain ⚠️ Confusion, fever, vision changes ⚠️ Headache after injury Know when to go. #MigraineAwareness #COACEP #ERCare

To all the hardworking, selfless, and loving dads: your impact is immeasurable. Wishing you a relaxing and joyful Father’s Day!

🩸 Today is World Blood Donor Day! 🩸 Every drop counts. Your blood donation could be the difference between life and death for someone in need — trauma victims, cancer patients, those undergoing surgery, and so many more. Be a hero. 💉 Donate blood. ❤️ Give hope. 🌍 Save lives.

Registration is OPEN! 🗓️ The dates for Colorado ACEP's 4th Annual Leadership Symposium are set! This year's event will be Nov. 6 & 7 and held at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa. When: November 6 & 7, 2025 Register! coacep.org/4th-annual-lea…

June is #MensHealthMonth—a reminder that ignoring symptoms can lead to ER visits. 🚨 Men, don’t ignore: ⚠️ Chest pain ⚠️ Trouble breathing ⚠️ Abdominal pain ⚠️ High fever Early action saves lives. Don’t tough it out—get checked. #MensHealth #DontWait

🚑 What does it take to work in the ED? Grit. Compassion. Quick decisions. And an unwavering commitment to every patient who walks through those doors. On #EMDay, we celebrate the heart of the ED: people who never stop showing up—no matter the hour, the case, or the chaos.

In memory of many, in honor of all. Thank you to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. #MemorialDayRemembrance #MemorialDay

🩸 Every second counts. On #StopTheBleed Day, we highlight the critical importance of bleeding control. Rapid intervention saves lives. Let's continue to lead, educate, and prepare our communities. #StopTheBleed #BleedingControl #EmergencyMedicine #SaveALife #EMSWeek

🚑💙 It’s EMS for Children Day! 💙🚑 Today we recognize the unique physical and emotional needs of children in emergencies—and the dedicated professionals who care for them. Thank you for making a difference where it matters most! #EMSforChildrenDay #PediatricEMS #emsweek

🚑 This EMS Week, we salute the heroes who answer the call when every second counts. 💪💙 Thank you to our incredible EMS professionals for your courage, compassion, and commitment to saving lives. Your dedication does not go unnoticed — today and every day, we celebrate you! 🙌

Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur within minutes of exposure to triggers like peanuts, shellfish, insect stings, or meds. Know the signs: trouble breathing, hives, swelling. Call 911 + use epinephrine immediately. #AnaphylaxisAwareness

🧠 Stroke is a medical emergency—every second counts. Know the signs: • Sudden numbness or weakness • Confusion or trouble speaking • Vision issues • Dizziness or balance loss • Sudden severe headache ⏱️ Call 911 ASAP—time lost is brain lost. #StrokeAwareness #BEFAST

To our amazing ED nursing colleagues—thank you for your unwavering commitment during National Nurses Week and beyond! We appreciate you more than words can say. #NursesWeek #NationalNursesWeek2025

Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that can strike in minutes. ⚠️ Triggers: food, insect stings, meds, latex 🚨 Symptoms: trouble breathing, hives, dizziness 💉 Use epinephrine ASAP 📞 Call 911 Always be prepared. 🔗 emergencyphysicians.org/article/know-w…

Thank you to all the CO ACEP members who joined us in Washington DC these past few days for ACEP LAC. It was a great 3 days of advocating for those issues affecting emergency medicine.  #LAC25 #coloradoemergencyphysicians #medicaladvocacy #physicianadvocacy #washingtondc

CO ACEP leaders plug our exciting 4th Annual Leadership Symposium at LAC. Mark your calendars and join us! 🗓️ When: 11/6 & 11/7, 2025 Where: Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa. Register: f.mtr.cool/vgsccdhysq #LAC25

Leaving the Congressional Reception at ACEP LAC are Drs. Anna Engeln and Kristen Nordenholz with CO ACEP resident members of the Board, Drs. Abby Leibowitz and Megan Purdy. #LAC25 #advocacy #medicaladvocacy #acep #washingtondc #physicianadvocacy