SCCM Resource Library-2021 SCCM Congress Opening Session and Presidential Address

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Dr. Lewis Kaplan, President of the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM), opened the 2021 Virtual Critical Care Congress by reflecting on the past year and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. He acknowledged the global spread of the virus and the efforts of healthcare professionals to provide care to critically ill patients. The SCCM activated its disaster response plan early on and worked to reduce virus transmission and provide care for the critically ill and injured. Dr. Kaplan emphasized the importance of building global communities of clinicians through virtual platforms and across different time zones. He also called for a moment of remembrance for colleagues and friends lost to COVID-19. Dr. Kaplan highlighted the innovative education, research, and inquiry that have emerged from the society's efforts during the pandemic. He recognized the outstanding achievements of individuals within the critical care community and introduced this year's Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Dr. Deborah Cook. Dr. Kaplan concluded his speech by introducing the incoming SCCM President, Dr. Greg Martin, and expressing his gratitude to the society's members and supporters. Dr. Martin spoke about the significance of the past year and the role of critical care medicine in times of crisis. He reflected on the founding principles of the SCCM and its commitment to representing the entire critical care team. Dr. Martin discussed the society's diverse initiatives, including the Surviving Sepsis Campaign, the ICU Liberation Bundle, and the Thrive Collaborative to address post-intensive care syndrome. He emphasized the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in SCCM's programs and activities. Dr. Martin acknowledged the impact of COVID-19 on the healthcare workforce and highlighted the need to prioritize wellness. He spoke about the society's research initiatives and collaborations, including the SCCM Discovery Research Network. Dr. Martin thanked the SCCM staff, council members, mentors, and his family for their support, and expressed his commitment to serving as the 50th SCCM President.

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Crisis Management, Professional Development and Education, 2021

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The Society of Critical Care Medicine's Critical Care Congress features internationally renowned faculty and content sessions highlighting the most up-to-date, evidence-based developments in critical care medicine. This is a presentation from the 2021 Critical Care Congress held virtually from January 31-February 12, 2021.

2021 SCCM President
Greg S. Martin, MD, MSc, FCCM

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Content Type Presentation

Knowledge Area Crisis Management

Knowledge Area Professional Development and Education

Knowledge Level Foundational

Knowledge Level Intermediate

Knowledge Level Advanced

Membership Level Select

Tag COVID-19

Tag Administration

Year 2021

Keywords

COVID-19 pandemic

critical care medicine

virtual platforms

diversity

wellness

SCCM President

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