Innovative Research Award
Stéphane Gennai
Researcher, University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne (Reims University Hospital), France
| Stéphane Gennai |
| Affiliation |
University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne (Reims University Hospital) |
| Country |
France |
| Scopus ID |
23093862000 |
| Documents |
55 |
| Citations |
1,267 |
| h-index |
14 |
| Subject Area |
Medicine and Health Sciences |
| Event |
Top Teachers Awards |
| ORCID |
0000-0002-8490-4706 |
Stéphane Gennai is a French emergency medicine physician and university professor affiliated with the University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne and the Reims University Hospital. His research focuses on emergency care, infectious diseases, inflammatory biomarkers, and prehospital management of critically ill patients [1]. He has authored 55 documents indexed in Scopus, accumulating 1,267 citations and an h-index of 14 [2]. His work has contributed to clinical decision-making in emergency departments and the management of SARS-CoV-2 patients [7].
Abstract
This article examines the academic and clinical contributions of Stéphane Gennai, Professor of Universities – Hospital Practitioner at the University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne and the Reims University Hospital. His research addresses emergency medicine, infectious disease management, inflammatory biomarker prescriptions, and prehospital critical care [1]. With 55 Scopus-indexed documents, 1,267 citations, and an h-index of 14, his scholarly output supports evidence-based emergency practice [2]. His contributions have informed clinical decision-making, particularly in the management of SARS-CoV-2 patients and the use of risk-stratification models [7].
Keywords
- Emergency Medicine, Inflammatory Biomarkers, SARS-CoV-2, Prehospital Care, Clinical Decision-Making, Antibiotic Prescriptions
Introduction
Stéphane Gennai is a prominent figure in French emergency medicine, currently serving as Head of the Emergency and Unscheduled Care Department at the Reims University Hospital since 2023 [1]. He has been affiliated with INSERM Unit UMR-S 1250 (Pulmonary Pathologies and Cellular Plasticity – P3Cell) since 2021 and has held the position of University Coordinator for Emergency Medicine in Champagne-Ardenne since 2019 [2]. His career spans clinical practice, research, and teaching, with a strong focus on improving emergency care through evidence-based research [3].
Research Profile
Stéphane Gennai’s research profile is characterized by a multidisciplinary approach, integrating emergency medicine with infectious diseases, epidemiology, and critical care. He obtained his Habilitation to Supervise Research (HDR) in 2021 and has been a PU-PH since 2022 [1]. His Scopus record includes 55 documents, 1,267 citations, and an h-index of 14, reflecting sustained scholarly impact in Medicine and Health Sciences [2]. He is also a member of the CPD Commission of the French Society of Emergency Medicine and Vice-President of the Grand Est College of Emergency Medicine [3].
Research Contributions
Stéphane Gennai has made significant contributions to emergency medicine research, particularly in the areas of inflammatory biomarker prescriptions, management of transient ischemic attacks, and prehospital care of critically ill patients [4]. His work on the revised HOME-CoV score has provided a risk-stratification model for patients with probable or proven COVID-19 in emergency departments [7]. He has also collaborated on studies evaluating osteopathic treatment for ankle sprains and the use of high-speed trains for mass transfers of critically ill patients [3] [4].
Publications
Stéphane Gennai’s publication record includes numerous peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals. Notable contributions include the TRANSCOV cohort study on high-speed trains versus air transport for mass transfers of critically ill patients [3], and a study on early osteopathic treatment for acute lateral ankle sprains [4]. His work on smartphone dispatch applications for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest and the BASCULE study on triage in emergency departments further demonstrates his commitment to improving emergency care [5] [6].
Research Impact
The impact of Gennai’s research is evidenced by 1,267 citations and an h-index of 14, indicating that his work is frequently referenced by peers in emergency medicine and related fields [2]. His contributions to the management of SARS-CoV-2 in emergency departments have influenced clinical practice and policy, particularly through the validation of the HOME-CoV score [7]. His research on inflammatory biomarkers has also informed antibiotic stewardship and diagnostic strategies [1].
Award Suitability
Given his extensive research output, clinical leadership, and contributions to emergency medicine, Stéphane Gennai is a strong candidate for the Innovative Research Award at the Top Teachers Awards. His work has advanced the understanding and management of critical conditions in emergency settings, with measurable impact on patient care and clinical decision-making [1] [2]. His dedication to teaching and supervision further underscores his suitability for this recognition [3].
Conclusion
Stéphane Gennai’s career reflects a sustained commitment to advancing emergency medicine through rigorous research, clinical excellence, and education. His Scopus-recorded 55 documents, 1,267 citations, and h-index of 14 attest to his scholarly impact [2]. His contributions to the management of SARS-CoV-2, inflammatory biomarkers, and prehospital care have informed practice and policy, making him a deserving recipient of the Innovative Research Award [7].
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References
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Stéphane Gennai, Author ID 23093862000. Scopus.
https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=23093862000
- ORCID. (n.d.). Stéphane Gennai ORCID profile. ORCID.
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8490-4706
- Thipayamaskomon, C., Grimaud, O., Tattevin, P., Lamhaut, L., Leray, E., Letellier, N., Bayat, S., et al. (2026). High-speed trains versus air transport vectors for mass transfers of critically ill patients: The TRANSCOV cohort study. PLOS ONE.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0348090
- Bournon, C., Prin-Conti, D., Douay, J., Montfajon, P. A., Kanagaratnam, L., & Gennai, S. (2026). Early osteopathic treatment delivered to patients with an acute lateral ankle sprain improves recovery: An investigative study. Journal of Osteopathic Medicine.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1515/jom-2025-0096
- Soumagnac, T., Soumagnac, M. T., Raphalen, J. H., Hutin, A., Lamhaut, L., Bossaert, C., Dolveck, F., et al. (2025). What to expect from a smartphone dispatch application for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in a national population? Resuscitation.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.resuscitation.2025.110887
- Bilbault, P., Bronner, C., Etienne, A., Goudour, J., Dagtekin, S., Maire, B., Gennai, S., Chouihed, T., et al. (2025). BASCULE study: Is it possible to refer patients after triage in an emergency department to community medicine from a capacity standpoint for general medicine? Annales Françaises de Médecine d’Urgence.
DOI: https://www.jle.com/10.1684/afmu.2025.0694
- Douillet, D., Riou, J., Morin, F., Mahieu, R., Chauvin, A., Gennai, S., Ferrant, L., Lopez, R., Sebbane, M., et al. (2024). Derivation and validation of a risk-stratification model for patients with probable or proven COVID-19 in EDs: The revised HOME-CoV score. Emergency Medicine Journal, 41(4), 218–225.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1136/emermed-2022-212805