ED JAM

This episode i sat down with ED consultant Dr Siobhann Ritson and discussed an interesting case and talked about simulation. Siobhann works in a mixed emergency department and is also a Director of medical training in the emergency department. The episode was predominately focused around and interesting paediatric case and how cases can evolve whilst patients are in the ED. We also discussed simulation and Siobhan gave us some tips for running a good simulation.    Case notes  - Potts puffy tumour radiopedia   click here to view https://radiopaedia.org/articles/pott-puffy-tumor-1     -Pott's puffy tumor: A comprehensive review of the literature - Rohde, R. L., North, L. M., Murray, M., Khalili, S., & Poetker, D. M. (2022). Pott's puffy tumor: A comprehensive review of the literature. American journal of otolaryngology, 43(5), 103529.

This episode I sat down with the experienced emergency nurse practitioner Al Hodge to discuss his new venture into the urgent care space. Al discussed the future of nurse practitioners and the reason why nurse practitioners are useful in urgent cares environments and emergency departments. Within the episode we also discussed a clinical case and how good decision-making can save lives. Al is also a successful Sydney based author. His books are focused within the genres of horror, thriller and fantasy.   Show notes * Al hodge  instrgram  instagram - shire doctors and dentists- Al Hodge  * Al hodge-  Books  - amazon.com.au - Cryptid-Killers-Alister-Hodge- click to buy - amazon.com.au- Plague-War-Outbreak-Alister-Hodge-ebook- click to listen or buy    

On this episode I spoke with Dr Ben McKenzie about anaphylaxis and about his AMAX4 guideline. Ben is an emergency physician based in Melbourne. On the episode we discussed the new guideline and how ben likes to approach the critical anaphylaxis patient. On the episode we also spoke about the tragic loss of ben son Max to anaphylaxis, which's has been a driving force for ben in his approach to the early identification/management of serve anaphylaxis.       Show notes   AMAX4 guidline  * https://www.amax4.org - click this link to follow * AMAX4 ALGORITHM * SIMULATION -AMAX4 - https://www.amax4.org/simulation  

"Wingin it with Steph Wise " is all about being at the right place at the right time with the right person and the right brains. On this episode I sat down with the amazing Intensive Care Paramedic Steph and talked about a clinical cardiac arrest case that she attended. Steph responded to a job in Sydney south Sydney and what was initial just a trip and fall turned into something a little more. Topics such as cardiac arrest, good sam app, resilience and laughter were all spoken about through the episode. The episode will bring a tear to your eye and also a lot of laughter.                                               Case notes    https://www.goodsamapp.org - Good sam app - click to follow  - post cardiac arrest care - https://litfl.com/post-cardiac-arrest-care/W

If you want to know how to deliver a high performance approach to your role in the emergency and prehospital space, then this episode is for you. Dr Jamie Moran Emergency and Prehospital physician, discusses his approach to delivering high performance care to patients in any sphere. Themes such as people/culture, individualality, world class basics and being authentic were raised. The episode will leave you with some points to take home and develop in your own context.                                                                                                    SHOW NOTES  *Viscoelastic haemostatic assay augmented protocols for major trauma haemorrhage (ITACTIC): a randomized, controlled trial. Intensive Care Medicine, 47, 49-59. click this link to read *Why are bleeding trauma patients still dying? click link to read * /the-high-performance-podcast/- click link to follow

  ON this week's episode I sat down with Nurse practitioner damian valle to talk about a case of septic arthritis. Damo is a nurse pract with a love for teaching and training. The case is an excellent example of why getting a clinical history is important and why reassessment is always so important. On the episode we spoke why doing a complete physical exam is paramount.      SHOW NOTES Disseminated gonococcal infection (DGI) results from bacteremic spread of the sexually transmitted pathogen, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, which can lead to a variety of clinical symptoms and signs, such as arthritis or arthralgias, tenosynovitis, and multiple skin lesions.click link to follow   Reactive arthritis is conventionally defined as an arthritis that arises following an infection, although the pathogens cannot be cultured from the affected joints. It is generally regarded as a form of spondyloarthritis (SpA). click link to follow Septic arthritis is synonymous with an infection in a joint. Septic arthritis is usually caused by bacteria but can also be caused by other microorganisms. Septic arthritis due to bacterial infection is often a destructive form of acute arthritis. click link to follow    

Resuscitative Hysterotomy is an amazing real case from Brazilian doctor, Guilherme Resener. The podcast episode runs through a real case that the HEMS Physician attended to and the quick thinking that took place whist on shift. Within the case we talked about guidelines for resuscitative hysterotomy, when and where to cut, statistics and why there is a need for aggressive interventions for good outcomes. The episode may get you to tears, but will also bring you to love Guilherme for his brut honesty, compassion and dedication to his job.         Show notes  Resuscitative hsyterotomy - Video Dr Sara Gray - 2018 EMCrit Cardiac disease in Pregnancy- 2022 perimortem-caesarean-section- 2018 - Life in the fast lane  

Situational Awareness is something that all Paramedics, Nurses and Doctors need to use on a daily basis. On this episode Theo outlines why it is so imperative in the current context to be situational aware and vigilant as a paramedic. Theo is a paramedic from Tasmania and also runs the "Student Paramedic" a large social media presents on both Instagram, tik tok and YouTube. He flipped his life from a botanist to a paramedic after some eye opening travels overseas. Check out the episode and don't forget to check out theo on instagram student paramedics                 Show notes   * Student Paramedic - Youtube channel click link to follow instagram. student paramedics click link to follow * LACES - click link to read more  

This week I spoke with neurosurgical registrar Dr Simon Haron about Spinal Cord injury SCI. Simon spoke about the important structures of the spinal cord, anatomy/physiology and why prevention of a secondary injury is so important for patients that have suffered a spinal cord injury. Blood pressure targeting was a topic of discussion as well as central cord syndrome.                                                           Show notes    -A Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Patients With Acute Spinal Cord Injury and Central Cord Syndrome: Recommendations on the Timing (

Epistaxis (nosebleed) is one of the most common ear, nose, and throat (ENT) emergencies that present to the emergency department. Understanding how to manage it is imperative for all emergency clinicians. This week ENT Registrar Veena , outlines her approach to Epistaxis .The episode we discussed the 5 pillars of epistaxis management Pressure, topicalisation, Visualisation, Packing and Surgical Treatment. The episode will leave you with a better understanding of epistaxis management.                                               Show notes  -approach-to-the-adult-with-epistaxis - click to follow link   - https://litfl.com/a-case-of-epistaxis/- click link to download - 2023 -  

On this weeks episode I (benny) did a solo session about my tips for education and how I am approaching education this year. Hope you like it. My aim is to encourage anyone in the teaching space. Show notes  High fives motivate: the effects of gestural and ambiguous verbal praise on motivation https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4145712/

This week I had the privilege to discuss how Dr Simon Potter                            (Adult/paediatric emergency Consultant) approaches paediatric seizures. Simon gave away some gold in the episode and discussed some important points that all clinicians can take back to their workplace. Themes that were raised are below,  * What to do when a child is having a seizures  * Why Glucose and ECG's are important * First line, second line and third line therapy in paediatric seizures.  * Parental Education  * When do we have permission to do nothing  SHOW NOTES  * Don't forget the bubbles click this to follow - dontforgetthebubbles.com * Emergency treatment with levetiracetam or phenytoin in status epilepticus in children—the EcLiPSE study- click to follow  * https://litfl.com/status-epilepticus-in-children/- click link to follow  * https://www.schn.health.nsw.gov.au/find-a-service/health-medical-services/paediatric-epilepsy-network-nsw- PENNSW LINK   

Fleeing from a war and lost in the bush alone for 3 weeks at the age of 9 was only the start to Chol Dengs Life. Chol Deng an Emergency Nurse from Sydney describes his early life in africa and what lead to him needed a kidney transplant in 2022. The story will have you on the edge of your seats in disbelief. The podcast just shows you that giving up isn't an option for Chol Deng.                                                   Show notes  * Click link to read about dialysis - life in the fast lane 2023 * donatelife.gov.au click link to learn how to be a donor  *

This week on the EDJAM podcast I sat down with intensive care paramedic Sally.  Four months ago whilst folding the washing Sally had a medical event, this event lead to Sal experiencing what it was like to be on the "other-side" of the stretcher. Sally talked through her recent diagnosis and how being a clinician opened her eyes to what patients experience everyday.    Show notes  * Atrial Septal Aneurysm- click here to read more * A look at Atrial Septal Aneurysm- Journal of cardiology *. Patent Foramen Ovale Closure for Stroke Prevention and Other Disorders

On this weeks episode I sat down with Clinical Nurse Consultant Daniel Van Vorst to discuss the MTP (massive transfusion protocol). Daniel is an esteemed emergency nurse with over 12 years of experience in a large  tertiary hospital.  Within the podcast Dan spoke about the role of MTP, indications , challenges, and the benefits of having a blood coordinator role  during major resuscitations. Dan also unpacks an amazing case, and talks about the benefits of administering blood early and how the MTP can save lives. Dan also opens up and lets us know what motivates him and what keeps him fresh after working in a high stress environment .    SHOW NOTES    Presentation of the MTP- click link to follow  MTP policy - click this link to read a policy on the MTP Daniel QI project on the MTP- click this link to view  

On this episode I sat down with the amazing Dr Cliff Reid to discuss his approach to hypotension. Cliff is a senior Staff Specialist/retrevialist with a special interest in Resuscitation. On the episode we discussed diagnosis, treatment , vasopressors and fluid status. Cliff will leave you with an overload of extremely useful information that you can implement in your own environments.            Show Notes    Hypotension is usually bad: The significance of non-sustained hypotension in emergency department patients with sepsis    Causes of hypotension - and PEA cardiac arrest: the 3 plus 3 rule Lactate doesn't always mean sepsis!   Systolic blood pressure below 110mmHg is associated with increased mortality in blunt major trauma patients

This week I sat down and interviewed Dr Louis Traynor about febrile neonates. Louis is an Emergency Consultant with a keen interest in Emergency Paediatrics. On the episode we discussed neonatal fevers, how we manage/diagnose febrile neonates and why listening to parents is so important. The episode will leave you with a well rounded approach to febrile neonates.  SHOW NOTES  (Don't forget the bubles.com )click here to be directed to the don't forget the bubbles website, it is an amazing resource   Evaluation and Management of Well-Appearing Febrile Infants 8 to 60 Days Old. Pantel et al , 2021   Updates on the Evaluation and Management of Febrile Neonates  

On this weeks episode I sat down and spoke with Alex from 'Student Paramedic Podcast' about her journey through paramedicine and nursing. Don't let age fool you- Alex is 22 but has wisdom for decades. Alex discusses topics such as learning, authentic self, developing resilience to build healthy habits and about not leaving stones unturned.     Show notes + LINKS  * the-student-paramedic-podcast - click link to listen to the podcast   * Reach out and touch base with Alex, to get in contact with her look at her instagram and send her a DM. https://www.instagram.com/thestudentparamedicpodcast/?hl=en   * To look into a dual degree in paramedicine and nursing follow the link below https://www.uac.edu.au/undergraduate/courses/acu/105510.shtml

Expecting the unexpected is the name of the game in emergency work. On this episode I sat down after a fresh case with Dr Bec to chat about how to deliver a baby safely in an Emergency Department. Bec is an amazing human with a passion for women's health. Bec talked us through how clinicians can approach a delivery and gave us a few examples of how to approach delivery safely. Bec talked about her career and why sometimes taking your time can help on the journey to becoming a confident and competent doctor. Themes that were raised were stages of labour, vaginal deliveries, shoulder dystocia, breech deliveries, drugs and when to get help immediately.    Show Notes  * health.qld.gov.au normal birth - click link to read * aci.health.nsw.gov.au- delivery in the Emergency Department www.aafp.org- shoulder Dystocia * Women's experiences of breech birth decision making: An integrated review- 2022- click link to read  

Tara talks about her experiences with mental health from over 20 years working as an intensive care paramedic. She shares her knowledge and some key turning points in her career that shaped her in the profession. Tara spoke about her personal experience and how mental health assessments have changed. Topics that were raised were PTSD, mental health assessments, suicide risk and why duty of care is so important.    Show Notes  Mental Health Person Centred Approach Tara instagram- click here to send her a Message   

On this week's episode I sat down with Clinical midwife Consultant Amanda Rehayem to discuss hypertensive disorders in pregnancy.  Amanda unpacks the classifications, diagnostics, treatment and gives us some great clinical advice from her experience as a practicing midwife. From catching babies to preeclampsia, Amanda gives us useful insight into, how hypertensive disorders can really affect the person your treating. The episode will leave you with a buzz and may even tempt you, to pursue the career path to become a midwife. Topics such as HELLP syndrome and eclampsia were also discussed.    Show Notes  Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy - pre-eclampsia, click link below

On this weeks episode I sat down and chatted with the amazing and very talented Dr Charlotte Durand. Charlotte is an Emergency Doctor with a passion for exercise, sport and a true lover of the great outdoors. This episode was focused around the topic of Concussion and in my opinion is a great episode for not only clinicians but for parents, families an those interested. We talked about CTE, the history of CTE, brain neurochemistry and how we approach concussion in the ED.  There is a trigger warning on this episode as Charlotte and myself do talk about themes such as suicide and domestic violence.    Charlottes instagram  https://www.instagram.com/chardurand/?hl=en Charlotte podcast https://www.acemprimarypodcast.com Links  * Boston Concussion Legacy Foundation https://concussionfoundation.org/ * Podcast:OwenThomas&CTE https://www.pushkin.fm/episode/burden-of-proof/   * Case: Rowan Stringer Second Impact Syndrome https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC65 36829/   * Parental expectations in the ED https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/ab s/pii/S0022347616312057   PAPER: neurometabolic cascade of concussion: https://europepmc.org/article/MED/25232881   * Paediatric Head injury Resources PAPER: Suicide and CTE https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/f ullarticle/2712851   * AustralianSportsBrainBank https://www.brainbank.org.au/   * PAPER: Dysautonomia in teens returning to sport https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC790 1578/   *PREDICT Head Injury Guideline https://www.predict.org.au/head-injury-guideline/

On this weeks episode I sat down with Coby Wiseman and discussed his diagnosis of type 1 diabetes. Coby comes from a family of emergency clinicians with his mum a lecturer/trauma Nurse and father an Intensive Care Paramedic. The episode also features Professor Maria Craig who is an paediatric endocrinologist, who was Coby doctor when he was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. The episode talks through the pathophysiology, treatment, diagnosis and the impact that diabetes has had on coby life and still has on his life.    Show notes   * International Society for Pediatric & Adolescent Diabetes https://www.ispad.org/default.aspx?page=ISPADClinicalPract * The Australasian Paediatric Endocrine Group (APEG)  https://apeg.org.au/clinical-resources-links/guidelines-and-consensus-statements/ *20-year outcomes of childhood-onset type 1 diabetes: The CANDID incident cohort surveyhttps://doi.org/10.1111/dme.14473 *Associations between circulating inflammatory markers, diabetes type and complications in youth https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/pedi.12913 *Royal children's Guidelines diabetes  https://www.rch.org.au/clinicalguide/guideline_index/Diabetes_mellitus/

On this episode I sat down with Dr John Mackenzie and discussed the complexities of hyperbaric medicine. John discussed indications for hyperbaric treatment, the physiology behind medicine, how the unit works and some interesting cases. DCI, air embolisms, CAGE and even carbon monoxide poising were but a few of the topics discussed on this weeks chat.    His reputation definitely proceeded him and let's just say I am sure this episode is going to be loved by all. If you haven't heard of John Mackenzie you are about to listen to a living Legend.    Dr John Mackenzie resources    * hyperbaric-medicine- Click link * http://hboevidence.wikis.unsw.edu.au/Home * procedures videos Dr John Mackenzie - check this out if you have not already they are amazing. https://emergencyprocedures.medapps.com.au/procedure/575192 * Life in the fast lane https://litfl.com/hyperbaric-oxygen/

This episode was an informal conversation with ED CNE Brad and ICU RN Tino on the topic of sepsis. Themes that were discussed included , definitions, management, fluid administration, iv antibiotics, vasopressors and Inotropes. Brad and Tino shared some stories and clinical experience from their time as Intensive care and Emergency nurses.    Resources  Surviving_Sepsis_Campaign__International.21. click this link to read the article septic shock article - worth a read - click the link litfl.com/sepsis-definitions-and-diagnosis/- click link to read   Podcasts   medspresso-podcast- check it out    

Restart the heart, is exactly what Intensive Care Paramedics, Jeni and Harry are trained to do. However generally they are not expected to do it on their fellow paramedics. This episode is about Adam ( a paramedic) who was feeling unwell after a bike ride. Two intensive care paramedics and friends of Adams treated him, then whilst driving things turned south. Themes such as out of hospital Cardiac arrest, treatment of STEMI's, honnest debriefing and family input were raised throughout the episode. The episode will leave you in awe of friendship, a healthy respect for paramedics and a love for the wider healthcare community.    Show Notes  Ambulance.nsw.gov.au - Cardiac Arrest Registry - click here to view restartaheart cardiac-arrest- Resources - click here to view heartfoundation and cardiac-arrest- useful resources for the general Public Life in the fast lane - cardiac Arrest  This is helpful for anyone out there wanting to read about cardiac arrest and stay up-to-date.  https://litfl.com/cardiac-arrest-literature-summaries/ News video and interview with channel 9 , about Adams storey. click here to watch  

Chest decompressions in the dark, surgical airways with night vision goggles- a few of the things that Dr Dan Pronk has had to do whilst operating as a Special Operations Doctor in the military. This episode will leave you in awe for not only the people in the military but for all emergency services working under pressurised situations. Dan served the majority of his military career within Special Operations Units, including four tours of Afghanistan and over 100 combat missions. Dan was awarded the Commendation for Distinguished Service for his conduct in action on his second tour of Afghanistan. In this episode, I sat down with Dr Dan Pronk and talked through topics such as military trauma, PTSD and resilience. Dan talked about his experiences with, and management of, trauma patients in the field and what it was like working in these high intensity, high stress environments. Personal reflections on PTSD, loss of identity and purpose also lead to dan writing the resilience shield which was also discussed on this episode.    To read and purchase Dan's book click the links below  - https://resilienceshield.com/purchase-the-book/. click this link to purchase now !!!! - Take the resilience survey  Assess your resilience- Take the survey Now !!! click this link - TACMED - Tac Med - for all resources and medical equipment follow this link to the tac med website. click here !!   Arterial-Tourniquets-E-Book-Tacmed-Australia.pdf - awesome read

On this weeks episode I discussed Paediatric ECG's  with Dr Paul Gilhooly. Paul outlined and spoke about how to interpret Paeds ECG'S, in a systematic structured approach. Paul is an emergency advanced trainee choosing to specialise in adult and paediatric Emergency Medicine. On the episode we discuss four real paediatric ECG cases that are worth a listen and a look at, check the show notes for the ECGS.    Case 1  Link to the ECG  Newborn case- bradycardia  Case 2  -3 month old poor feeding , with a vomit  Case 3  - 15 year old post pfizer with new chest pain  case 4  4 year old girl , with syncopal episodes, increasing lethargy.  Click this link for access to all 4 ECG , click here   SHOW notes - ECG Resources  Paeds ECG resources- click this link Evans WN, Acherman RJ, Mayman GA, Rollins RC, Kip KT. Simplified pediatric electrocardiogram interpretation. Clin Pediatr (Phila). 2010 Apr;49(4):363-72. doi: 10.1177/0009922809336206. Epub 2010 Jan 28. PMID: 20118092. Sharieff GQ, Rao SO. The pediatric ECG. Emerg Med Clin North Am. 2006 Feb;24(1):195-208, vii-viii. doi: 10.1016/j.emc.2005.08.014. PMID: 16308120. Khairy P, Marelli AJ. Clinical use of electrocardiography in adults with congenital heart disease. Circulation. 2007 Dec 4;116(23):2734-46. doi: 10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.107.691568. PMID: 18056539    

This episode was a discussion with Dr Maddie Reynolds about intubation and drugs. On the episode we spoke about how Maddie approaches intubation as an anaesthetic registrar. Maddie also spoke about some important things that she does that I think all Clinicians should take a listen to. Get ready to jump into some detailed pharmacology as Mads unpacks agents like Suxamethonium, Propofol  Rocuronium and the one and only ketamine.. Mads also talks about what she has learnt on the job and her personal reflections on medicine.    Clickable links below  Emergency Airway Management Part 3: Intubation – the procedure    Structure and function of the upper airways- deranged Physiology    Direct-laryngoscopy - Life in the fast lane 2022   Rapid-sequence-intubation- RSI - Life in The Fast Lane   Propofol - Life in the fast Lane   Succinylcholine vs. Rocuronium: Battle of the RSI Paralytics  

For Brett Connellan, every surfer's worst nightmare became his reality when he was attacked by a Great White Shark. On this episode of ED Jam, Brett shares his trauma story and how he turned one of the worst days of his life into positive things. I also speak with Shark conservationist Maddison Stewart (aka Shark girl) to discuss some common issues about shark safety and how these 'last dinosaurs' are often misunderstood. Trauma case manager Kate Mann also recalls what she witnessed on the day Brett was airlifted to a major trauma Hospital and describes some key aspects of his medical treatment and care.    Brett Connellan  abc.net.au/news- shark Attack Brett's Website - SURFER, SHARK ATTACK SURVIVOR, MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER, STORY TELLER https://www.brettconnellan.com/. click link Brett's Documentary  The film Pyrophytic, a reference to nature's powers of recovery after a bushfire, documents not just how the freak attack happened; it also charts Connellan's mental and physical recovery to the point where he is now taking on monumental physical feats. click here to watch Video   Maddison Stewart  Madison Stewart is a famous Film Producer, who was born on September 30, 1993 in Australia. Nicknamed Shark Girl, she is a nautical videographer and filmmaker behind underwater films advocating for the protection and conservation of sharks. Her films became the subject of the Smithsonian channel documentary Shark Girl. instagram shark girl madison click here to follow Maddi's podcast take a listen - Shark Stories  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/shark-stories/id1559336394 Documentaries to watch  Sharkwater Extinction Official Traile Madison Stewart (III) Known For. Envoy: Shark Cull Writer (2021) Great Barrier Reef: The Next Generation Self (2021) Sea of Life Self (2017) Blue Self (2017) Writer. Envoy: Shark Cull (2021) Camera and Electrical Department. Shark Girl (2014)  

On this weeks episode I sat down with Surgical Registra, Mark Macaranas to discuss bowel obstructions. Mark has been a surgical reg for over 10 years and he uncovers his approach to bowel obstructions in the emergency department. The episode featured themes such as patient assessment, diagnosis , CT scans and even the contentious Nasogastric tube. The episode takes a bit of a twist when we talk to Niki a former guest on the show, about her experience with a bowel obstruction.    Show Notes  Small Bowel Obstructions - Life in fast lane - click this link large bowel obstruction- Life in fast lane - click link to access Jama article- Small Bowel obstructions - 2018 Meckel's diverticulum in the 21st century- Click this Link - 2021 Meckel's diverticulum in the adult- 2017- Click this link  

This weeks episode is a little different, I sat down with Dr Courtney Peros to discuss a real clinical case. The case features themes of resuscitative decision making, team work and a teams decision that saved a patients life. Courtney unpacks her family background and professional background that has assisted in her life as an emergency consultant. If you want to get motivated, this episode will pump you up and leave you feeling good.                                                    Show Notes  * Pericardiocentesis - Emergency -New England Journal of medicine * Resources for Pericardiocentesis - litfl pericardiocentesis click this link * Percardiocentesis - aci.health.nsw.    

One of the most common presentations to Emergency departments worldwide is Bronchiolitis. This week Dr Niki Minto discusses Bronchiolitis from Mild, Moderate to Severe. This episode is great for all emergency clinicians wanting to understand the Causes, Diagnosis, treatments and even what to do when we are caring for children affected by Bronchiolitis. Niki also brings into the podcast some case discussions that bring all the clinical information to life.    Case Notes    * Clinical Practice Guidelines- Bronchiolitis- Royal Children's Hospital * Bronchiolitis - Acute Management for Emergency Departments- Bronchiolitis Policy- Infants and Children * predict -The Australasian Bronchiolitis Guideline (Dec 2016) Paediatric Research in Emergency Departments International Collaborative (PREDICT)  * Changing Epidemiology of Respiratory Syncytial Virus in Australia—Delayed Re-Emergence in Victoria Compared to Western Australia/New South Wales (WA/NSW) After Prolonged Lock-Down for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Click here to read    

This week on the EDjam we discuss resuscitation. Dr Aruna talks through her approach to running a successful resuscitation for her patients, herself and her team. We talk about categorising the resuscitation into themes, mental offloading to the wider team, being prepared for the worst and understanding your roles as team leader. Aruna gives some great medical and non medical advice that any emergency clinician could use in their practice. We also touch on being a female in emergency medicine and the challenges faced. Aruna will leave you feeling inspired and more connected to the emergency calling.    Show Notes   * John Hinds - Crack the Chest. Get Crucified- click here * Situation Awareness in Resuscitation by Mike Lauria click here   * EMCRIT PODCAST Click here * Life in the Fast Lane - click this for link to website      

This episode discusses Suicidal Ideation and Organic/ drug induced psychosis with transitional nurse practitioner Benny. Benny's role is based in the community, acute psychiatric ward and the emergency department. On the episode we talked about drug induced psychosis how patients typical present, what information do mental health clinicians need, we also discussed schedules and sections and the mental health act. Benny talked about suicidial ideation and touched on mens mental health. We also spoke about DBT ( Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) and how they can be used in the process.    SHOW NOTES  * DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) CLICK THIS LINK  *A Comparison of Methamphetamine-Induced Psychosis and Schizophrenia (CLICK THIS LINK) * Keeping a good mental health (fact sheet, click this link )  *Dear Mental Health Practitioners, Take Care of Yourselves- 2019 - self care ( click link to read )  * understanding depression its more than sadness (click this link) * Understanding bullying ( click link )   * Dealing With Anger ( Click this link )   

This episode i spoke with Dr Hayley Worth and she talked us through her 10 tips from her experience as a Palliative care and emergency Doctor. Hayley really gave some tangible advice especially in relation to Paediatrics, parents and performance as a health clinician. If it's dealing with a difficult parent to trusting your clinical judgment Hayley leaves nothing behind.  Show notes    To follow Hayley's instagram page click here     * An excellent article on the importance of communicating well with worried parents in the Emergency  click this link * This is the original ABCD doctor - Prof Michael Fasher - who taught me when I was at medical school, just phenomenal Click this link - Empathy is mightier than the thermometer * An article entitled "Why Do Parents Bring Their Children to the Emergency Department?" to remind us that parents bring their children in to ED because they are worried about them, and there are a lot of emotions attached to this concern. CLICK THIS LINK * An excellent acronym which we should all try to integrate into our daily interactions with all patients. How important is it to simply know who you're talking to and roughly how long things are going to take?! CLICK THIS LINK * I highly recommend all SCH and RCH factsheets and guidelines -- both of which are excellent reading and learning for all nurses and doctors dealing with kiddies. My all time favourite of course being the one on fever: fever in and of itself is not harmful! CLICK THIS LINK FOR SCH AND RCH GUIDELINES  * Hayleys has also featured on a podcast called Feed, play and Love, the episode was titled "Birth from a doctors perspective"- click here to listen  It is amazing   

On this Episode i sat down and talked to ED staff specialist Dr Todd Steggles about how to interpret Normal and Abnormal Chest X-rays. Todd talked us through his approach to reading CXR's and gave some helpful tips for all listeners. On the episode we discussed abnormal X-ray findings within four main pathologies, pneumonia, pulmonary odema, pleural effusions and a pneumothorax. Todd also opened up about life as an ED consultant , communication issues and just how he personally copes with the stressors of such a high impact job. Todd also spoke about the importance of a debrief and learning from everyone, not just your superiors. This episode worth a listen for all.    Links Watch the full video here on how to interpret CXR with Dr Todd Steggles  click this to watch video   All Chest X-RAYS images were taken from radiopedia,  2021. All CXR's are unidentified in a purpose to protect patient safety.  1. Pneumonia  https://radiopaedia.org/articles/pneumonia  2. Pulmonary odema https://radiopaedia.org/articles/pulmonary-oedema  3. pleural effusion https://radiopaedia.org/articles/pleural-effusion  4. Pneumothorax https://radiopaedia.org/articles/pneumothorax    Other helpful links     

This week on the EDjam podcast, I interviewed Xana and Jess, two crazy Australian travel nurses. On the episode they opened up about what led them to travel nursing and what it is like to take the leap of faith. Working in Emergency departments to correctional centres they give us a great insight into what life is really like on the open road. There website the nourished nurses unpacks all the essential things, from what to pack, to recipes, flat tyres and even where to fill up fuel. This episode will defiently not disappoint you.   Resources  Podcast- There podcast - Keep your Gin UP - click this link Facebook  - Facebook the nourished nurses Website -https://nourishednurse.com.au/ click this link   Helpful resources   https://crana.org.au Books  100 things what's on your list - Sebastian Terry https://www.amazon.com.au/100-Things-Whats-Your-List-ebook/dp/B0064YUD1M   Scratch road map of Australia  go-roadtrip click this link - map   med mastery  https://www.medmastery.com/  

This episode I sat down with Pat, a paramedic named Irwin and Geraldine (Pat's wife) to discuss the traumatic events of Valentines Day 2016. The three of them retold their experiences, emotions and challenges when Pat was hit by a car whilst riding his pushbike on the south coast of NSW Australia.  Irwin (paramedic and friend) talks about being emotionally invested in a job and what we can learn as emergency clinicians.  Geraldine (Positive pants) retold her story from the moment she received the phone call about the accident to what it is like to see a loved one suffer. Her motivation, determination and willingness to remain positive are evident  throughout this episode.  Finally, Pat talked about his recollection of events from the ride to waking up in an intensive care unit with multiple injuries and a breathing tube down his throat. Pat opens up about the dark days and the long road to take one small step. His story is truely a captivating glimpse into the eyes of a man who never gives up.  Resources  Pat and Geraldine present at the ITIM trauma night. Here you can watch Pat and Geraldine retell their story; it is truely inspirational.  click this link to watch Human factors within paramedic practice:the forgotten paradigm Human factors from an ambulance practitioner perspective may be seen as those factors which affect the ability to undertake their routine practice and which are a direct result of working within the specialist field of prehospital emergency care full text click here   Tour de cure  Pat regularly rides and raises money for the tour de cure a cycling event that  raises awareness for cancer. Follow the link to check it out and donate  https://www.tourdecure.com.au   Beyond blue  For those that would like to talk to someone or have been through significant  trauma, beyond blue is a useful and helpful resource.  https://www.beyondblue.org.au

This week I sat down with Chelsea and Laura about their transition from nursing students to new graduate nurses. Both secured a position in a competitive environment and started their first rotation in emergency in 2021. On the episode we discuss the infamous new grad interviews, questions commonly asked, what to do in preparation and how to approach the process as a whole. We talked about mistakes in the clinical setting and both Chelsea and Laura talked about their first ever mistakes as registered nurses. They also gave some advice to students on how to make the most of their placements.   Recommended Links by Chelsea and laura  ( click them to gain access) gradstart-recruitment-handbook.pdf   Practice Interview questions  New grad Sample questions and Responses   Interesting nursing education website and forum to join and follow  thenursebreak  -Started in July 2019, the idea of The Nurse Break (TNB) was to fill a gap…there wasn't a good platform for nurses and students to learn from other nurses/other professions in a peer to peer way, to get inspired about the world of nursing.    On instagram the resuscitationist is emergency physician who uploads daily video and medical teaching great for learning and staying uptodate.  the_resuscitationist   Life in the Fast Lane - Is an amazing website that is useful for all emergency nurses, doctors and paramedics. It is up to date and gives details descriptions from diagnosis to treatment of common presentations in emergency.    Follow the @edjam_podcast on instagram  instagram edjam_podcast

From a barista to a Paramedic, during the height of a pandemic, Sam jumped into the drivers seat and started to treat. On this episode I chatted to Sammy ( the coiled spring) about his first year as a paramedic. On the episode we talked through Sam's first ever job as a paramedic, what to do when you make a mistake, what it's like working on road, transitioning from a student to services uniform and the overall excitement of working as a paramedic. Sam opened up about his previous career as a barista and model and also discussed why he made the elusive change to an emergency healthcare professional. Sam matched me for excitement and unpacked his experiences  in his first 9 months on the job and gives some amazing advice that all health professionals should listen to.  Show notes ( Sam's resources from the episode )  Books: Huszar's 12 Lead ECG Interpretation Click link   Pharmacology for Health Professionals Click link   Paramedic Principles Click link   Websites:   Life in the fast line - cardiac rhythms and analysis Click link   Geeky Medics - osce and practical assessment resources Click link   Drug Bank - pharmacology and their interactions Click link   Medscape - generalised health information and case studies with questions Click lin YouTube Channels:   Alila Medical - videos and explanations of health conditions/presentations Click link     Neuroscientifically Challenged - The brain and how it works in the body Click link        

On this weeks episode I travelled to meet BPT trainee and Youtube sensation Armando Hasudungan. Armando has more than 1.6 million subscribers on YouTube and is currently working as an oncology registrar. He has a passion for medical teaching and has helped millions of students around the world understand different medical conditions through interactive drawings. In this episode, Armando unpacked Febrile neutropaenia, hypercalcaemia and spinal cord compression: all serious oncological emergencies. The episode centred around three case studies and really highlighted the physiology, pathophysiology, treatment, differential diagnosis and story of the outcome. The episode is great for the novice learner to advanced clinician, Armando giving something for all listeners. The episode also reveals an amazing teacher, doctor, friend and creator, passionate to give everyone the tools to help patients. Please make sure you subscribe to Armando's channel- you are really missing out if you don't! Follow the links below to experience his amazing material.    Subscribe to Armando channel click this link Show notes below  1. Febrile neutropaenia Armando video click this link    2. hypercalcaemia https://armandoh.org/clinical-presentation/another-example/    Armando Video click this link   3. Spinal cord compression    Armando Video click this link  

Prehospital trauma through the eyes of Peter Economou. Life in Australia as a paramedic is not for the faint hearted  !!!!.  In this Episode I sat down with Peter Economou a very experienced paramedic. Peter has been working in this field for over 20 years and remains at the forefront of emergency care. He has held extensive positions as a paramedic and is one of the most respected clinicians working today. In this conversation we covered prehospital trauma, the role of team work, the use of the MARCHE nemonic , calciums role in trauma, needle decompression and how to deal with one of the hardest jobs in the world ( being a paramedic).     Case Notes    Calcium in trauma Ionised calcium levels in major trauma patients who received blood en route to a military medical treatment facility Click link to article  https://emj.bmj.com/content/emermed/35/3/176.full.pdf?casa_token=-bkDDI-5zqEAAAAA:EigSbwsp3ywb1O5p6XmiaegBJvjg6CQp4PEHSgLMOjSHX9j05IjaMH0BDOyW7uX9w78YNdiFcPuTWQ   Ionised calcium levels in major trauma patients who received blood in the Emergency Department Link to article https://emj.bmj.com/content/33/8/569.short?casa_token=K3zJwHMYKo0AAAAA:TWWYSj80paraxpGw4CFN255pMKxirThHYTGNz0rwPAlJj_Ez9dOywyN9B570FdqsrTmZOv6o88PQFg      Haemostatic resuscitation https://litfl.com/haemostatic-resuscitation/ accessed 22nd August 2020. Link to website Life in the fast lane     Pelvic Binders Effect of Early Pelvic Binder Use in the Emergency Management of Suspected Pelvic Trauma: A Retrospective Cohort Study Link to Journal Article https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5664718/     Binder placement Identifying risk factors for suboptimal pelvic binder placement in major trauma https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0020138320301741?casa_token=-TNOOV3myM4AAAAA:lROt14wZdPW9IHISjM2D8BB4oPcqTy2wch7-MRF7HRxC25AA464YR6PyERddkDIgMCMu79Llh8dl     Interesting books You Must See Some Terrible Things By Patrick Kennedy Link to novel https://www.qbd.com.au/you-must-see-some-terrible-things/patrick-kennedy/9780731807659/   A Life on the Line: A MICA Flight Paramedic's Story Paperback – 1 June 2019 Link to novel on amazon  

This week I travelled to one of the busiest emergency departments in the state, where I chatted to emergency consultant Daniel Gaetani. Daniel is an emergency doctor with a love for toxicology and all things ultrasound. This episode we unpacked the new paracetamol overdoses guidelines.  We talked through four real cases and discussed indications for NAC infusions. The episode included pharmacokinetics of Panadol and how different formulations can affect our patients. We discussed the rumack-matthews nomogram, LFTS , Panadol levels and even phosphate. Daniel gave us insight into when you should call toxicology and when to refer to transplant teams. We also went through how Daniel is using ultrasound in his Emergency department and where he envisions it being used in the future.    Please see links below for all content used on this episode.    Paracetamol Specific Resources   Chiew, A. et al. (2020). ‘Updated Guidelines for Management of Paracetamol Poisoning in Australian and New Zealand.' Medical Journal of Australia 212(4): 175 – 183.   Katzung & Trevor's Basic and Clinical Pharmacology 14th Edition Section VI: Drugs used to treat diseases of the blood, inflammation and gout   Life in the Fastlane (2020). ‘Paracetamol Toxicity.' Accessed July 2020.   Murray, L. et al. (2015). ‘Toxicology Handbook, 3rd edition: Chapters 3.60 Paracetamol: Acute overdose, 3.61 Paracetamol: Modified-release formulation and 3.62 Paracetamol: Repeated supratherapeutic ingestion.' Churchill Livingstone, Australia.   Murray, L. et al. (2015). ‘Toxicology Handbook, 3rd edition: Chapters 3.60 Paracetamol: Acute overdose, 3.61 Paracetamol: Modified-release formulation  and 3.62 Paracetamol: Repeated supratherapeutic ingestion.' Churchill Livingstone, Australia.   General Toxicology Resources Murray, L. et al. (2015). ‘Toxicology Handbook, 3rd edition.' Churchill Livingstone, Australia.    Local Policies and Procedures. NSW Poisons Information Centre 13 11 26.   Case Notes Below  https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1BEws0s6CeAw-zG1jhumbIH6Kd5qVKuzD8bvbvglD8yo/mobilepresent?slide=id.g8dad0fe5d3_0_25  

This week I traveled to Prince of Wales hospital and sat down at one of the biggest genomics/genetics laboratories in the country to talk to Rebecca. Dr Rebecca Walsh is a scientist, hematologist and genomisist (only a few of her titles!). Within the episode we discussed sickle cell crisis and what every ED staffer needs to know. We also discussed CAR-T cell therapy; currently a very hot topic. We also touched on febrile neutropenia, anaemia and pancytopenia. This episode will leave you with some key learning points from haematological emergencies. The episode finishes up with two cases that will have you in tears.    CART-T cell therapy articles  Chimeric Antigen Receptor Therapy- Journal 2018 Sickle Cell Article  Sickle Cell Disease - Piel et al, 2017 life in the fast lane  sickle-cell-crisis For anyone interested in supporting people with sickle cell there is a support advocacy group  https://aussicklecelladvocacy.org   Follow the EDJAM  instagram @edjam_podcast

For this weeks episode I travelled to the NETS (The Newborn & paediatric Emergency Transport Service) base to talk to retrieval/PICU /NICU nurse Gillian Massey. Gill has extensive experience in paediatric and neonatal intensive care and has been working at NETS for 6 years. On this episode we cover: what is NETS, how the Neonatal/paediatric retrieval system works, how patients are triaged, what it's like to work at NETS, PPHN, nitric oxide and Gill's most exciting moment. We also dicussed paediatric/neonatal death and the impact it has on your personal life.   Links below to relevant articles /websites.... Have a look!  NETS data Decemeber 2019 NETS Women and Babies: Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN) Current and Future Treatments for Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension in the Newborn NETS Calculator

On Episode 10, we discuss crossbows and snakebites with emergency nurse/midwife and author Christian Wright. Christian is a remote health nurse in the Northern Territory with extensive experience in emergency/paediatric rural medicine. Christian highlights the treatment of patients from minor to major in areas where access, circumstance and culture play a significant role.     We discuss cross-cultural medicine, aboriginal sensitivities, working as a sole practioner and dealing with minor to major trauma. Christian also gives advice about support networks and cultural immersion.    The case of the week is an interesting listen as Christian retells his encounter with a brown snake where he found himself as the patient.  Snake bite article Stars align for Perth nurse bitten by a snake in Karijini National Park   Christian Wrights Publications Are male partners of pregnant women treated negatively in maternity care? click this link to article full text Gastroschisis: A review of practice click this link to article Barriers to implementing diagnostic domestic violence screening click this Link to full text article Mind over Matter: Inside Hypnobirthing Click this link to full text article   Recommended Readings for rural Health Professionals CARPA Standard Treatment Manual 7th Edition CARPA manual Link Growing Up Our Way: The First Year of Life in Remote Aboriginal Australia Link to full text article   BOOK “Why Warriors Lie Down and Die” by Richard Trudgen link to book  

In this week's episode I chat with Kevin, an emergency consultant and retrivealist. We discuss the role of retrieval systems in NSW, prehospital vs inter hospital transfers, doctor-paramedic teams, preparation of patient for retrieval and packaging a patient for transfer. We also discuss the impact of COVID 19 and as always a case of the week. This Canadian born legend is worth a listen.    Show notes and Links  Sydney Hems link  Careflight website

This week we chat with Dr Sarah Newman, emergency and retrieval doctor, about all things Trauma.  Sarah unpacks patient assessments, primary survey, blood products and shares some experiences from her time with NSW ambulance (think Helicopters).   Show notes  The CRASH-2 trial: a randomised controlled trial and economic evaluation of the effects of tranexamic acid on death, vascular occlusive events and transfusion requirement in bleeding trauma patients. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23477634  

Dr Stephanie Fletcher, epidemiologist and public health expert, discusses all things COVID-19. What is a pandemic? What is COVID-19? What are the global effects of infectious diseases? What should we do to prepare for COVID-19 in Australia as both health care workers and the general population?   Links  https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/alerts/Pages/coronavirus-faqs.aspx    

Today we discuss Paediatric asthma with emergency physician Max Raos. Unpacking all the pathophysiology and treatments for children with asthma from mild to severe. Max is an emergency physician with a passion for paedatrics.                                                                                                     GINA Guidelines             https://ginasthma.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Main-pocket-guide_2020_04_03-final-wms.pdf       https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31249014/#:~:text=GINA%202019%3A%20a%20fundamental%20change%20in%20asthma%20management%3A,is%20no%20longer%20recommended%20for%20adults%20and%20adolescents   NSW paeds asthma management https://www1.health.nsw.gov.au/pds/ActivePDSDocuments/PD2012_056.pdf   http://www.liverpoolpaediatrics.com/files/asthma_childrens_asthma_information_pack.pdf   ASCIA website https://allergy.org.au/hp/ascia-plans-action-and-treatment/