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Joseph Zorc, MD, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

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Pediatric Emergency Medicine Philadelphia, PA

Professor, Pediatrics, Perelman School of Medicine

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Summary

  • Dr. Joseph Zorc is a pediatric emergency medicine physician in Philadelphia, PA and is affiliated with Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. He received his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and has been in practice 25 years. He is experienced in clinical research, health technology/informatics, and quality improvement.

Education & Training

  • Johns Hopkins University
    Johns Hopkins UniversityFellowship, Pediatric Emergency Medicine (Pediatrics), 1995 - 1998
  • Johns Hopkins University
    Johns Hopkins UniversityResidency, Pediatrics, 1992 - 1995
  • Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
    Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and SurgeonsClass of 1992

Certifications & Licensure

  • PA State Medical License
    PA State Medical License 1998 - 2024
  • MD State Medical License
    MD State Medical License 1995 - 1999
  • American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics
  • American Board of Pediatrics Pediatric Emergency Medicine
  • American Board of Preventive Medicine Clinical Informatics

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Super Doctor SuperDoctors.com

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Improving Recognition of Pediatric Severe Sepsis in the Emergency Department: Contributions of a Vital Sign–Based Electronic Alert and Bedside Clinician Identification...  
    Joseph J. Zorc, Elizabeth R. Alpern, Julie C. Fitzgerald, Annals of Emergency Medicine

Authored Content

  • Global Collaborative Research Informs Wise Use of Tests and Antibiotics for BronchiolitisMay 2020

Press Mentions

  • Study Finds Multidisciplinary Approach Best When Assisting Families with Limited English Proficiency
    Study Finds Multidisciplinary Approach Best When Assisting Families with Limited English ProficiencyFebruary 16th, 2023
  • Ultrasound Boosts Clinicians’ Success Rates in Inserting IVs
    Ultrasound Boosts Clinicians’ Success Rates in Inserting IVsAugust 6th, 2019
  • Ultrasound-Guided IV Placement Improves First-Attempt Success in Children
    Ultrasound-Guided IV Placement Improves First-Attempt Success in ChildrenAugust 6th, 2019
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Grant Support

  • Improving Follow-Up After An Emergency Visit For AsthmaNational Heart, Lung, And Blood Institute2004–2007
  • Improving Follow-Up After An Emergency Visit For AsthmaNational Heart, Lung, And Blood Institute2003

Hospital Affiliations