Wes Ely
E. Wesley Ely is a renowned critical care physician and researcher at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
His work focuses on improving ICU practices, particularly in reducing delirium and long-term cognitive impairment in patients.
Ely pioneered the ABCDEF bundle, a set of evidence-based practices for ICU care.
He has published extensively on ICU delirium, sedation practices, and post-intensive care syndrome.
Ely's approach emphasizes the importance of treating patients holistically, considering their physical, emotional, and social needs.
His research and advocacy have significantly influenced critical care practices worldwide, promoting more humane and effective treatment for critically ill patients.
