■Poll: Emergency departments lack enough on-call specialists
More than 75% of emergency departments do not have enough specialists on call for plastic surgery, hand surgery and neurosurgery, a poll found. "Without adequate on-call surgical coverage, our health care system cannot provide for emergency and trauma patients," the study's lead author said. HealthDay News (11/29)
About Me
- E. Bradley Garber MD FACS
- Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
- I was born in New Orleans. I obtained my B.A. degree with Distinction and Phi Beta Kappa Honors from the University of Colorado. I obtained my M.D. degree from L.S.U. Medical Center. I completed a 5 year surgery residency specializing in Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery in Denver Colorado. I served in the military and spent two years in Germany at Landstuhl Army Medical Center. From 1983-1985, I trained in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Miami, Florida under world renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. Ralph Millard. I have been in solo practice for over 20 years performing cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. I have obtained Board Certification by two boards recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialities: The Amercian Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery. I have served as President of the Tulsa County Medical Society and Chief of Surgery at St. John Medical Center. It has been an honor and priviledge to provide surgical care to my patients. email: bradgarber@sbcglobal.net