How Long Does The Flu Last and How Long am I Contagious
During the flu season, I get asked a lot of questions about this predictable and sometimes deadly disease. Two of the most common questions are how long does the flu …
Articles written by James Vincent, M.D.
Dr. Vincent attended Medical school At University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston TX. In 2003 he completed his Residency in Emergency Medicine UT Houston / Hermann Hospital in Houston, and obtained his fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Texas Children’s Hospital / Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX.
While at Clear Lake Regional Medical Center, Dr. Vincent helped establish a nested pediatric ER with 10 hours of daily coverage. He was also recognized on the HCA “Top 10” list for pediatric ERs in July 2010.
After joining Elitecare Emergency Hospital as Pediatric Medical Director in 2014, Dr. Vincent established testing labs at eight Elitecare locations for the acute evaluation of concussions using the ImPACT™ neurocognitive test.
Dr. Vincent is Board Certified in Emergency Medicine and Pediatric Emergency Medicine and is the only Credentialed ImPACT™ Consultant in League City.
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