Dan Tandberg

Dr. William Daniel Tandberg, M.D., is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of New Mexico (UNM) and has made significant contributions to emergency medicine, medical research, and statistical analysis throughout his distinguished career. With a medical degree from UCLA (1974) and a background in philosophy (BA, Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, UCLA, 1970), he completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at UNM, where he later served as Chief Resident (1977–1978). Board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine, Dr. Tandberg has held numerous leadership roles, including Medical Director of the New Mexico Poison Control Center (1981–1994), Research Director for UNM’s Department of Emergency Medicine (1986–2001), and Statistical Editor for the *American Journal of Emergency Medicine* (1995–2003). His academic contributions span decades, having served as a professor and mentor in emergency medicine, research methodology, and clinical statistics. His work has been recognized with multiple awards, including the "Apple for the Teacher" Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching and multiple nominations for the UNM/SOM Khatali Teaching Award. In 1995, he took a sabbatical in Mathematical Statistics at Canterbury University, New Zealand, underscoring his expertise in biostatistics and research methodology. His research interests include toxicology, statistical modeling in emergency medicine, and innovative approaches to medical education, leading to extensive publications in peer-reviewed journals and book chapters on topics ranging from poison management to gastric lavage and temperature measurement in clinical settings. Dr. Tandberg has contributed to foundational textbooks and research on emergency medical procedures, drug toxicity, and trauma care, shaping best practices in emergency medicine. His extensive professional affiliations include the American College of Emergency Physicians, the American Federation for Clinical Research, and the American Statistical Association. Beyond academia and research, his interests include endurance training, gardening, music, computing, and woodworking, reflecting a multifaceted personality committed to lifelong learning. Even in retirement, Dr. Tandberg’s legacy in emergency medicine, medical research, and statistical analysis continues to influence future generations of physicians, making a lasting impact on clinical practice, education, and the broader field of emergency medicine.