EMERG Emergency Medical Error Reduction Group

EMERG Emergency Medical Error Reduction Group is a United States-based collaborative organization dedicated to enhancing safety in emergency medical services. With six employees, EMERG focuses on fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the emergency medical field. EMERG provides a platform for emergency medical providers to share data, analysis, and best practices related to patient and provider safety. The organization's membership includes a diverse range of entities such as EMS providers, 9-1-1 centers, air medical providers, emergency departments, hospitals, data and analysis vendors, and manufacturers. As a federally listed Patient Safety Organization, EMERG members benefit from legal protection for their quality and improvement data and analysis. This protection is crucial in mitigating potential legal risks associated with the use of this information in legal proceedings. EMERG emphasizes the importance of peer review protection for EMS agencies and their personnel, highlighting its role in safeguarding reputations and licensure status. For more information about membership and participation in EMERG's national collaborative, interested parties can visit their website at emerg.org or contact the organization directly.