Two Zebras Make a Dazzle: Two Cases of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocystosis in Two Days

This was my poster presentation from the 2023 American Thoracic Society International Conference in Washington D.C. from May 19 to 24. Introduction Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a rare and highly fatal hematologic disorder that is manifested by an uncontrolled cascade of cytokine-mediated inflammation due to hyperactivation and proliferation of lymphocytes and macrophages. It can be…

EMRA 2020 Case-Con Competition: 2nd Place!

Earlier this year, I treated a patient with fascinating case of pancreatitis in the emergency department. I decided to submit a proposal to EMRA’s Case-Con competition. Fortunately I was selected. Because the ACEP 2020 conference was virtual, I had to record my presentation for the audience and judges. I was thrilled to win 2nd place!…

Caring for Patients when Man Merges with Machine

It’s easy to get caught up in the future of technology and medicine. From advancements in blockchain and EHR interoperability to 3D printing to state-of-the-art discoveries in drug delivery, the healthcare industrial complex is pushing the boundaries like never before. Technologies like the left ventricular assist device (LVAD), which pushes blood through the body when…