This book examines the practice and development of global emergency medicine. In addition to the historical development of emergency medicine, key articles address priorities in global and regional emergency medicine development; funding; hot topics; injury prevention and public health initiatives; prehospital emergency medical services; and post conflict emergency health systems. Readers will also benefit from discussions on preparing for medical service abroad; developming and implementing emergency medicine programs globally; international emergency medicine fellowships; nursing and allied health workers; and creating an agenda for global emergency medicine research.