Faculty
Prof. Craig M. Coopersmith, MD, FACS, FCCM
Professor Department of Surgery and Emory Critical Care Center, Emory University School of Medicine and Emory Healthcare, Atlanta, GA, USA
Contributions
3The Intestinal Microbiome in Critical Illness
Critical illness alters the intestinal microbiome, resulting in a loss of microbial diversity and induction of a pathobiome. Manipulating the intestinal microbiome offers a potential treatment approach in ICU patients.The intestinal microbiome is comprised of diverse, robust microbial communities wi
A Framework for Addressing Seasonal Influenza: A Critical Care Perspective
Seasonal influenza remains a significant health burden and places tremendous and predictable strain on personnel and resources within a health system, specifically within critical care. Despite this, many institutions do not have a comprehensive influenza management plan. Effective and comprehensive
How to Run Successful Rounds in the Intensive Care Unit
Rounds in the intensive care unit (ICU) allow for scheduled discussions in which healthcare providers review clinical information and develop care plans for critically ill patients. Despite this straightforward concept, there is widespread variability in numerous components of rounds. While some of
