On April 23, 2025, the Department of Emergency Medicine at The Ohio State University hosted its 22nd Annual Spring Research Day, an event that continues to elevate the cutting-edge work of our students, researchers, and faculty. The day showcased a dynamic range of research contributions that are shaping the future of emergency medicine and acute care.

Nick discusses the origins of CARESTREAM
Nick Leahy, a standout presenter, delivered a Plenary session titled “Undergraduate Experiential Learning in Emergency Medicine: Insights from a CARESTREAM Course Cohort.” His presentation highlighted the transformative impact of immersive learning experiences for undergraduate students pursuing careers in healthcare, offering valuable insights into educational strategies that enhance preparedness and engagement in high-pressure clinical environments.

Nick sharing insight from his research
In addition to his Plenary session, Nick also led a breakout session titled “Peak Stress Correlates with Stress Perception in Surgeons: Implications for Acute Care Specialties.” This session explored the critical connection between objective measures of peak stress and surgeons’ subjective perceptions, providing key findings that have important implications for managing surgeon wellness and optimizing performance in high-stakes surgical settings. Nick, who has been a big contributor to the LIFT Lab, will be continuing his journey in healthcare as he heads to medical school this spring.

Angela Emerson, MPH, poses the question: Can we apply wearable sensors to physicians to improve performance?
Angela Emerson, MPH, further contributed to the day’s scholarly excellence with her breakout session, “A Qualitative Analysis Exploring the Use of Wearable Devices in the Operating Room.” Angela’s research offered a thoughtful analysis of how wearable technologies can be integrated into surgical workflows, advancing real-time monitoring and enhancing understanding of surgical team dynamics.
The event exemplified Ohio State Emergency Medicine’s commitment to advancing research, fostering collaboration, and training the next generation of leaders. The energy and innovation displayed throughout the day continue to drive emergency medicine forward, setting new standards for inquiry and impact in emergency and acute care research.

HPC and LIFT Lab members at the 22nd Annual Research Day