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Dr. Richard Harrigan is a Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University. He practices clinically at Temple University Hospital's Main and Jeanes Campuses in Philadelphia, PA.
Education:
- MD, St. Louis University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO
- MA in Psychology, University of Hartford, West Hartford, CT
Training:
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA
Dr. Harrigan's research and academic interests focus on electrocardiography in emergency medicine, with a strong emphasis on ECG interpretation, differential diagnosis of arrhythmias, and clinical decision-making in acute cardiac care. His work bridges emergency cardiology and medical education, contributing significantly to training resources for clinicians.
His publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly activity in emergency ECG, particularly in the interpretation of ST segment changes, QT prolongation, bradycardia, and intraventricular conduction abnormalities. These works are featured in leading clinical textbooks and serve as essential references for emergency physicians.
Scientific Awards:
- Excellence in Teaching Award (Co-Winner), Emergency Medicine Residency, Temple University Hospital and Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
- Outstanding Teacher Award, 4th Year Medical Students, Temple University Hospital and Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Dr. Harrigan has made substantial contributions to medical education and clinical practice in emergency medicine. He has served as an editor and chapter author in major emergency medicine references, particularly in the area of ECG diagnostics. There is no mention of formal grants or student advising in the provided materials. He is not associated with a named laboratory or research team in the text.



