Embedded Physical Therapist in an Ambulatory Surgical Center Emergency Department
Abstract
The purpose of this case study is to assess the efficiency, labor saving, and cost saving potential of embedding a physical therapist within a military ambulatory surgical center emergency department. Physical Therapists have been operating in civilian emergency departments (ED)effectively for years. 3.4 They often serve as musculoskeletal experts in a primary care role. 2 Within a military treatment facility, the physical therapist is able to independently evaluate and treat a patient without a referral. 5 This process will offload the emergency medicine physicians. We believe that this process would decrease the workload burden on emergency medicine physicians, decrease length of time in the emergency department, and provide access to early intervention and referral. During this presentation, we will provide further justification for embedding a physical therapist within the emergency department. By assessing the current caseload compared to the potential caseload, we will demonstrate the effectiveness and need for physical therapists within a military emergency department.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2021
- Accession Number
- AD1124681
Entities
People
- Andrew Kim
- Brittaney R. Nores
- Cory D. Rickards
Organizations
- 59th Medical Wing