Department of Emergency Medicine

Department Chair: Nader Tavakoli, MD

Overview

As the first educational Department of Emergency Medicine established in Iran, our department has been at the forefront of advancing Emergency Medicine education, clinical practice, and research for over 25 years. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care while providing comprehensive undergraduate and postgraduate medical education.

Core Responsibilities

The Department of Emergency Medicine is committed to:

• Training: Educating medical students, emergency medicine residents, and other healthcare professionals.
• Research Advancement: Promoting research in emergency and acute care.
• Evidence-Based Practice: Advancing evidence-based clinical practices.
• Policy Contribution: Contributing to national policies and standards in Emergency Medicine.
• Continuing Education: Supporting ongoing medical education and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance the quality of emergency care nationwide.

Faculty and Educational Services

The department comprises approximately 25 full-time faculty members who provide educational and clinical services across four major teaching hospitals. Faculty members are actively involved in:

• Bedside teaching
• Simulation-based training
• Case discussions
• Academic conferences
• Journal clubs
• Research supervision

In addition to educational activities, the department conducts a variety of clinical and academic programs, including:

• Emergency ultrasound (POCUS) training
• Disaster preparedness education
• Trauma management courses
• Clinical research projects
• Continuing professional development programs for physicians and healthcare providers

Clinical Resources

The department benefits from diverse educational and clinical resources available across four affiliated teaching hospitals, providing exposure to a wide range of emergency medical conditions and patient populations. These hospitals are equipped with:

• Modern emergency departments
• Intensive care units
• Advanced imaging services
• Specialized diagnostic facilities

Educational resources include:

• Dedicated classrooms
• Conference facilities
• Simulation-based training opportunities
• Emergency ultrasound equipment
• Digital learning platforms
• Access to comprehensive medical libraries and research infrastructure

These resources support both clinical excellence and academic development.

Emergency Care Services

The Department of Emergency Medicine provides 24-hour comprehensive emergency care through its affiliated teaching hospitals. We manage a diverse array of medical, surgical, traumatic, pediatric, and critical care emergencies. Faculty members supervise emergency medicine residents and multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, evidence-based, and patient-centered care.

Beyond direct patient care, the department offers:

• Consultation services
• Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS)
• Disaster and mass casualty preparedness
• Continuing medical education programs
• Collaborative research initiatives

As one of the leading educational Emergency Medicine departments in Iran, we continue to make significant contributions to the advancement of emergency care at both national and regional levels.

Last updated by M. Rangaviz__Aug. 12, 2026