Prehospital & Operational Emergency Medicine (POEM)

Prehospital and Operational Emergency Medicine

Prehospital and Operational Emergency Medicine is a hallmark of the Wright State University Department of Emergency Medicine. Our faculty and residents have a role in education, training, community outreach, research, and innovation in all prehospital environments. We link the expertise and assets of the Department of Emergency Medicine to create functional and cross-functional teams with:

  • Wright State University Undergraduate and Graduate Schools and Departments
  • Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine Departments
  • Wright State Center for Health Professions
  • Calamityville
  • Premier Health EMS Center of Excellence
  • Local, regional, State, and Federal agencies and organizations

Our Mission: “Competent Care – Anywhere”

Our Vision: “4 Ns of Relevant and Reliable Care”

The Wright State University Department of Emergency Medicine is the premier organization for education, training, research, and innovation by:

N-abled undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate medical training opportunities with national recognition

N-gaged in community partnerships with synergy of effort to maximize mutual benefits at the local, regional, and state level

N-vigorated training through realistic, immersive courses and platforms designed to prepare participants to function in any environment

N-novation and research endeavors that result in relevant, competent, and timely care…anywhere

Elements/Divisions of POEM

  • Tactical and Law Enforcement Medicine
  • Emergency Medical Services
  • Disaster, Austere, and Wilderness Medicine
  • Military Medicine