James Paxton

James Paxton, MD, MBA, FACEP, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine. He serves as Director of Resident Research at Sinai-Grace Hospital and holds senior staff physician roles across multiple Detroit-based hospitals including Detroit Receiving Hospital and Harper University Hospital.

• MD, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (2004)
• MBA, University of Cincinnati College of Business (2005)
• Dual BA in English/Biology, Case Western Reserve University (1998)
• Stanford Faculty Development Course in Medical Teaching (2016)

Dr. Paxton's research spans Emergency Medicine, Resuscitation Science, and Medical Education, with particular focus on trauma care, critical care, and medical error prevention. His peer-reviewed publications (1998-2016) include foundational work on intraosseous vascular access techniques, CPR guidelines, and sepsis resuscitation metrics. Current research explores sepsis protocols, trauma imaging, and medical education innovation.

Key scientific awards include:

• Young Investigator Abstract Award, American Heart Association (2013)
• Spirit of Community Award, University of Cincinnati (2004)
• Student Leader Scholarship, Ohio Medical Education Foundation (2002)
• Dean's Medical Student Research Competition Winner (2001)

As a educator, Dr. Paxton leads resident research training, directs journal clubs, and instructs ACLS/BLS courses for the American Heart Association. He also serves as Chair of the MP2 Institutional Review Board and participates in editing for EM Resident Magazine.