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Ottawa ankle rule: X-rays are only required if there is bony pain in the malleolar zone and any one of the following:
Bone tenderness along the distal 6 cm of the posterior edge of the tibia or tip of the medial malleolus;
Bone tenderness along the distal 6 cm of the posterior edge of the fibula or tip of the lateral malleolus;
An inability to bear weight both immediately and in the emergency department for four steps.
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FAAEM always means board certified!
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Fellowship in AAEM: The American Academy of Emergency Medicine remains steadfast in its commitment to board certification in emergency medicine as the primary indicator of commitment to, and excellence in, our specialty. As such, the Academy reaffirms board certification as a mandatory feature for fellowship within our organization.
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