In this episode of Columbus Community Hospital Healthcasts, host Bill Klaproth talks with Dr. Kevin Montgomery, Emergency Room Medical Director at Columbus Community Hospital, about emerging trends in emergency medicine. Dr. Montgomery highlights the transformative impact of point-of-care ultrasound, mobile apps, and wearable devices on emergency care — emphasizing how real-time diagnostic tools improve patient outcomes and streamline clinical decision-making. They also discuss the challenges of adopting new technologies, the importance of proper training, and the role of data security in a digital healthcare environment. The conversation closes with insights on the potential future integration of artificial intelligence in emergency settings.
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Where Tech Meets Emergency Care

Featured Speaker:
Kevin Montgomery, DO
Montgomery received his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri, before receiving his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from A.T. Still University in Kirksville, Missouri. He completed his residency in emergency medicine from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska.
He’s certified in basic life support, advanced cardiac life support, pediatric advanced life support and advanced trauma life support.
He’s a member of the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine, American College of Emergency Physicians and Emergency Medicine Residents Association.