Academia Fiesta@USM, Penang on 28th October 2024
Congratulations Dr Junainah Nor, Dr Ariff Arithra and Dr Mohd Faiz from EM on Outstanding Award for having more than 10,000 participants on Open Learning MOOC platform for Basic ECG Course.
Rebranding ceremony of PHC Emergency Department 2024 at Hospital USM level
4th March 2024
Rebranding our Pre-hospital Care: A New Mandate to Strengthen the PPP Profession at USM Hospital
Pre-Hospital Care (PHC) is the initial treatment provided to patients outside of hospital settings during emergencies, aiming to reduce morbidity and mortality before the patient reaches a medical facility.
The Medical Assistant (PPP) has been entrusted with the mandate and responsibility to lead PHC, as PPPs are a trained and professional workforce skilled in delivering initial care.
According to the Director of USM Hospital, Dato' Professor Dr. Nik Hisamuddin Nik Ab. Rahman, PPPs are among the frontline teams that play a crucial role in the field of medicine and healthcare.
"This is evident through their involvement in pre-hospital care and ambulance services, in addition to their collective efforts in leading and coordinating these services by acting as the 'first responders'."
Read more on the USM Health Campus website.
2024 Emergency Department Bowling Tournament – A Stronger Bond
We successfully organized the 2024 Emergency Department Head’s Bowling Cup Tournament, which took place at Lite Superbowl JB7, Mydin Tunjong, Kota Bharu, on February 24.
This year's tournament was met with an overwhelming response, with 16 teams consisting of 48 staff members from the Emergency Department competing for the championship title and the rotating trophy. Dr. Mohammad Zikri Ahmad, the Acting Head of the Emergency Department, also graced the event, not just as the guest of honor but also actively participating by rolling up his sleeves and challenging the other teams for some fierce competition.
The Championship, the Rotating Trophy, and the Best Player award were claimed by the team Code Bowl. The runner-up position went to the Tanjak team, while The Outlaner managed to secure third place with a very narrow margin. The winners received trophies, medals, and hampers as prizes. Consolation prizes were also given by Dr. Mohammad Zikri Ahmad to all participating teams.
Overall, the event received positive feedback, and many expressed hope for a similar tournament to be held again next year. The tournament was seen as a great success in strengthening the bond among the Emergency Department staff and in promoting sportsmanship, responsibility, teamwork, and cooperation.
Congratulations to all the teams that participated and supported this year’s bowling tournament. A heartfelt thank you to the Head of Department, Associate Professor Dr. Shaik Farid Abdull Wahab, and the ED Club for kindly sponsoring the trophies and prizes. Special thanks also go to the organizing committee for their hard work and dedication in ensuring the smooth running of this event.
-Dr Izzat
Monthly Research Presentation (25/1/2024)
Congratulations Assoc. Prof. Dr Tuan Hairulnizam Tuan Kamauzaman on such an inspiring talk on Monthly Research Presentation.
