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Donald Priest

UF Health study to assess pharmacogenetic testing in the ER

A team of University of Florida Health researchers spanning the Gainesville and Jacksonville campuses launched a five-year research project measuring the feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and net benefits of implementing precision medicine strategies like pharmacogenetic testing in the emergency room.

2024 Advanced Emergency Airway Workshop

The ability to manage difficult airways is a critical skill that emergency practitioners must possess.  Multiple, complex medications, equipment options, and pathways exist to care for patients in extremis. Specialized training is needed to be able to safely manage emergency airways in these scenarios.  The UFCOM-Jacksonville’s Advanced Airway Course is hosted…

A rich journey in medicine

David Vukich, MD, FACEP, is the senior vice president and chief medical officer for UF Health Jacksonville. He is set to retire at the end of January.