What documents should I carry on my first visit to an emergency medicine specialist?
When visiting an emergency medicine specialist for the first time, you must have access to your medical records, medications you are already taking, health insurance information, and other essential documents. These documents could be used by doctors to diagnose and start your treatment as soon as possible.
What are the most common types of conditions that emergency medicine specialists treat?
Emergency medicine specialists treat conditions like chest pain, fractures, chronic illnesses, heart attacks, burns, head injuries, and critical health concerns. They offer medications for severe health issues to help stabilise the patient and aid recovery for their health conditions.
Will an emergency medicine specialist help manage side effects during treatment?
Emergency medicine specialists in Kollam at Aster treat injuries and illnesses and stabilise medication-related side effects. They adjust medication dosages, prescribe medication to alleviate symptoms, and continue monitoring patients' health status.
What question should you ask an emergency medicine specialist?
When you are meeting emergency medicine specialists to get treatment for illness or chronic injury, here are some questions you can ask: What medication is right for your condition? Will there be any side effects with the prescribed medication? Will there be any need for surgery if the medication doesn't work?
How does an emergency medicine specialist decide on a treatment plan?
Emergency medicine specialists consider taking different tests, consulting with other doctors, and evaluating patients' overall medical results before creating a treatment plan. Physical examination of the patient as well as a thorough understanding of their internal health is required before a personalised treatment plan is made for the patient.
What does an emergency medicine specialist do?
Emergency medicine specialists are responsible for offering medicine and taking complete care of patients facing injury, trauma, or chronic illness. They also maintain medical records, perform ECGs, and provide necessary instructions for proper treatment. The aim is to stabilise the patient's condition using medication. They treat various illnesses at every stage, including patients with diseases and conditions related to neurology, cardiology, renal issues, orthopaedic concerns, and even pregnant women.
When should I go to the emergency department?
When to seek treatment in an ED depends on many factors. Head directly to the ED if your immediate condition could result in death or permanent disability. Urgent care centres are good alternatives for less serious injuries.
What is the role of the emergency department?
Emergency Department is the first point of contact for any critically ill patient, needing immediate medical attention. EDs have highly trained doctors and other health professionals on-site to deal with emergencies.
Is Emergency Cath lab available in the emergency department?
Yes, Asia’s First Emergency with Cath lab facility is available in Aster MIMS, Calicut.
Which drug is kept in the emergency kit of the physician?
Helper kit will be available all the time with ER physician.
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