Dr. Ira Blumen

Professor

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Biography

Ira J. Blumen, MD, is a Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Chicago, with a focus on Clinical Interests including Air Medical Transport, Emergency Airway Management, and Pediatric Trauma. He became the medical director of the University of Chicago Aeromedical Network (UCAN) in 1987 and has contributed significantly to the field through his extensive research and speaking engagements. Over the years, Dr. Blumen has authored or co-authored 125 chapters and articles, and has been instrumental in shaping the curriculum within aeromedical transport. He holds the position of founding member and past president of the Air Medical Physician Association (AMPA). Highlights of his career include presenting findings to the National Transportation Safety Board and receiving recognition as Fellow of the AMPA for his contributions. Through his ongoing research and leadership, he has worked to improve air critical care transport medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1985-01-01 — Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Involved in air medical transport program, served as medical director of the UCAN and contributed to numerous safety research and educational initiatives.

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy