December 21, 2025
The following objectives, which align with ABEM’s recommended objectives, address the nuances of managing conflict. By the end of the session, learners should be able to: 1) demonstrate familiarity with the ABEM Managing Conflict case format and structure, 2) establish rapport by developing connection and trust with the admitting physicians, 3) demonstrate understanding of the other party’s position by verbalizing thoughtful and specific questions about his/her concerns, 4) explain his/her own position clearly and insightfully, 5) acknowledge divergent positions with thoughtfulness and insight, 6) identify interests shared by both the psychiatrist and hospitalist as well as what is in the best interest of the patient, and 7) propose a path forward which accounts for the interests of all parties involved.
December 4, 2025
By the end of the session, the learner should be able to: 1) review format and have become familiar with an ABEM Certifying Exam conflict management communication case, 2) demonstrate the ability to initiate the consultation call, establish rapport, and present a concise, evidence-based summary of the patient’s STEMI findings, 3) recognize concerns raised by the cardiologist and respond with an empathetic acknowledgment (eg, validating workload, uncertainty, or resource constraints) to support a collaborative tone, 4) articulate differing viewpoint by referencing objective clinical data (eg, ST-segment elevations, ongoing chest pain, risk from delays) when conflict is encountered and justify why urgent catheterization lab activation is indicated, and 5) identify shared goals in optimizing patient care (reducing myocardial damage and preventing deterioration) and use these to negotiate a mutually acceptable plan.
December 4, 2025
By the end of this certifying exam practice case, learners will be able to: 1) establish a supportive and compassionate environment through verbal and non-verbal communication when engaging with a patient experiencing distress, anxiety, or grief related to potential pregnancy loss, 2) actively explore the patient’s understanding, concerns, values, and goals related to their pregnancy and presenting symptoms, 3) recognize and normalize a range of emotional reactions, offering validation and support regardless of the patient’s obstetric history or desired pregnancy outcomes, 4) clearly explain the diagnosis of a “threatened miscarriage,” outlining its clinical implications, inherent uncertainty, and potential outcomes, 5) review the results of any imaging or lab studies succinctly and empathetically, while verifying the patient’s understanding, 6) collaborate with the patient to develop a mutually agreeable care plan, including medical recommendations, appropriate follow-up, monitoring, and return precautions.
December 4, 2025
By the end of the case, the learner should will be able to: 1) demonstrate competency with the new ABEM Certifying Exam Reassessment case format, 2) demonstrate the ability to evaluate new information and integrate it into an existing care plan, 3) recognize signs and symptoms of pulmonary edema, 4) review possible etiologies of acute respiratory distress and the evaluation/work up to differentiate and diagnose those causes, and 5) manage pulmonary edema including implementing afterload reduction, positive pressure ventilation, and diuresis.
December 21, 2025
This is a Procedure case involving a neonatal LP. The overarching educational goal of this case is to assess learners’ clinical decision-making, technical proficiency, and communication skills when performing a neonatal LP. Participants will be evaluated on their ability to identify indications and contraindications, obtain informed consent, prepare for and perform the procedure with sterile technique, and implement appropriate post-procedure care. By the end of the session, learners should be able to: 1) describe the indications and contraindications associated with performing a neonatal LP, 2) obtain informed consent for a neonatal LP, using clear, patient-centered language to explain the procedure and to discuss risks, benefits, and alternative options, 3) demonstrate proper preparation for a neonatal LP, including equipment setup, patient positioning, patient monitoring, use of sterile technique, and analgesia, 4) perform a neonatal LP on a procedural task trainer with technical proficiency, demonstrating proper needle insertion, cerebrospinal (CSF) collection, and adherence to sterile technique, and 5) outline appropriate post-procedure management for the patient, including interpreting CSF results, initiating appropriate treatment, monitoring for complications, and providing caregivers with clear follow-up guidance.
December 4, 2025
By the end of the session, learners will be able to: 1) obtain and interpret the parasternal short-axis view of the heart to assess right ventricular size and function, 2) identify ultrasound findings suggestive of pulmonary embolism (PE) on cardiac short-axis view, including right ventricular dilation and septal bowing, 3) demonstrate appropriate probe selection and positioning to obtain optimal images of the heart and inferior vena cava (IVC), 4) evaluate the IVC using a subxiphoid or longitudinal view to assess distension and lack of respiratory collapse as supportive findings for elevated right heart pressures, 5) identify the anatomy of the neck vasculature, differentiate between the internal jugular vein and carotid artery, and select the appropriate puncture site, 6) describe ultrasound-guided central venous catheterization via the right internal jugular vein, using a sterile technique and real-time guidance
November 18, 2025
By the end of this mock oral boards session, learners will (1) demonstrate familiarity with the CDM case format and case play, (2) model a problem-based history and physical exam, (3) generate a differential diagnosis for pediatric abdominal pain, and (4) demonstrate the ability to manage intussusception.
December 4, 2025
By the end of this case the learner will be able to: 1) demonstrate competency with the new ABEM Certifying Exam Clinical Decision-Making Case format, 2) manage a simulated pediatric care encounter that requires navigating the details of pediatric consent, 3) explain common exceptions to requiring parental consent in emergency situations according to established guidelines as well as state and local laws, 4) report increased comfort managing ethical dilemmas related to pediatric consent in the ED.
