Education is core to the Department of Emergency Medicine’s mission. We strive to educate and inspire medical students in Emergency Medicine. A variety of educational formats are employed, including traditional lectures, case presentations and interactive roundtable discussions. We teach all necessary life-saving skills through simulation with a focus on experiences that require team performance, skills acquisition and the principles of excellent decision-making in the emergency department.

The “Undergraduate Emergency Medicine Interest Group” is a student interest group housed under the Department of Emergency Medicine. The group, led by the student members, organizes activities for its members with the overarching goal of bringing together individuals passionate about Emergency Medicine. Meetings and group activities provide students with the opportunity to explore many aspects of the specialty.

The faculty and scientific collaborators of the Department of Emergency Medicine will soon organize the MSc in Emergency Care and Resuscitation program.

The faculty and scientific collaborators of the Department of Emergency Medicine teach at the following MSc programs:

MSc in “Respiratory Failure and Mechanical Ventilation” of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

MSc in “Critical Illness” of the University of Thessaly

MSc in “Primary Health Care” of the University of Thessaly

The Department of Emergency Medicine encourages innovation and research and offers graduates the opportunity to carry out a doctoral thesis. Our aim is to create high-quality scientific research as well as to create scientists capable of contributing to the advancement of science, research and applications. If you are interested in studying for a Ph.D at the Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Thessaly, please contact Associate Professor Ioannis Pantazopoulos via email at pantazopoulosioannis@yahoo.com. Please attach a short CV to your email. 

Exceptional opportunity to collaborate and share knowledge and experience with emergency medicine physicians. An Evidence-Based Approach to Common Emergencies through conferences and webinars. These events are not only for doctors but for all healthcare professionals and enthusiasts. View our upcoming events and meetings.