Juvenile Arthritis – early diagnosis makes all the difference

Juvenile Arthritis – early diagnosis makes all the difference

Dr Michael Lovegrove
Opinion

Bumps, bruises and visits to the ED are part and parcel of raising kids, and long hours spent working in the ED can sometimes leave FACEMs at a loss when it comes to helping their own family members and loved ones. FACEM Dr Michael Lovegrove was glad he went to the ED when his daughter complained of pain and was eventually diagnosed with Juvenile Arthritis. Modern treatments mean the early identification and immediate treatment of this not uncommon condition can make the world of difference for a child.

ACEM at the cutting edge of EM research

ACEM at the cutting edge of EM research

ACEM Staff
Feature

ACEM supports the cutting edge of EM research through its Clinical Trials Network (CTN), which facilitates and promotes investigator-initiated, collaborative, multicentre clinical research programs and trials in EM throughout Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.

ACEM korowai - its symbolism and meaning

ACEM korowai - its symbolism and meaning

ACEM Staff
Feature

The ACEM korowai (Māori ceremonial cloak) is a prestigious garment which holds profound cultural meaning and significance. First worn by Past President Dr John Bonning at his inauguration in 2019, FACEM Dr Stephanie Bedford wore the korowai at the College’s graduation ceremony in late 2025.

Making a world of difference

Making a world of difference

ACEM Staff
Feature

After a career spent working in resource-limited emergency medicine settings around the globe, FACEM Associate Professor Megan Cox received the International Federation for Emergency Medicine (IFEM) Humanitarian Award 2025 at the International Conference on Emergency Medicine (ICEM) this May in Montreal.

Diagnostic safety and excellence

Diagnostic safety and excellence

Associate Professor Carmel Crock

Associate Professor Carmel Crock travelled to Geneva, Switzerland to attend the World Health Organization (WHO) global consultation for World Patient Safety Day 2024. Read her reflections on the event one year later, including how emergency departments can optimise diagnostic safety and excellence.

Trauma medicine: Skills and opportunities

Trauma medicine: Skills and opportunities

ACEM Staff
Feature

Emergency physicians with trauma skills have always been highly valued in the emergency department, and ACEM is looking to further build and enhance opportunities for ED physicians to develop their trauma managements skills and expertise. Programs and openings in hospitals across Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia are creating pathways for growing numbers of FACEMs to specialise, study, research and teach trauma medicine both within and outside of the ED. 

'Being here has made me fall in love again with emergency medicine'

'Being here has made me fall in love again with emergency medicine'

ACEM Staff
Feature

“He aha ta mea nui o te ao? What is the most important thing in this world?
He tangata, he tangata, he tangata. It is people, it is people, it is people.”

This was the enduring message for around 100 delegates who made the journey from around Aotearoa, Australia, Canada, and the United States to attend the Aotearoa New Zealand Emergency Medicine Conference 2025.

GEC Scholarships creating change

GEC Scholarships creating change

ACEM Staff
Feature

Dr Mangu Kendino, 2019 GEC Scholar now serving as emergency physician and director for emergency medicine training at Port Moresby General Hospital, has words of wisdom to share with new scholars about the benefits of the program.

Reach out and connect: the power of mentoring

Reach out and connect: the power of mentoring

ACEM Staff
Interview

ACEM’s mentoring program, Mentor Connect, matches participants with an EM colleague and provides support in their role as mentor or mentee. It’s a rewarding journey of learning and growth for both participants, and a chance to give back and share wisdom. Hear from a recent FACEM mentor/mentee about how they both benefitted from taking part.

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