Michael Kim

Michael Kim, MD is an Associate Professor (CHS) of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Medicine and Public Health. He serves as the Medical Director of Pediatric Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Co-Chair of the Wisconsin Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC), leading initiatives to improve pediatric emergency care statewide.

Education:

• Undergraduate: University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
• Medical School: Chicago Medical School
• Residency: Pediatrics, University of Chicago Medical Center
• Fellowship: Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin

Research Interests: Dr. Kim's academic work centers on pediatric emergency care, with a strong focus on prehospital emergency medicine, pediatric pain management, and trauma care systems. He is particularly invested in improving EMS protocols and emergency department practices for children, especially in underserved and rural areas.

Publication Trends: His scholarly output spans over two decades and reflects a consistent emphasis on pediatric pain management, emergency procedures, and trauma care. Recent work includes clinical trials comparing analgesics, studies on EMS access and response times, and innovations in pediatric emergency protocols.

Clinical and Administrative Roles:

• Medical Director, Pediatric EMS, UW EMS Consortium
• Co-Chair, Wisconsin Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC)
• Leader in pediatric emergency pain management initiatives

Grants & Projects: Dr. Kim is a co-investigator on a grant aimed at improving pediatric care in community emergency departments across Wisconsin, emphasizing education, protocol development, and resource allocation.

Clinical Practice: He leads the pediatric emergency team at American Family Children’s Hospital, the only dedicated pediatric emergency department in the region, providing specialized care for infants through adolescents.