Podcasts about emergency departments

Health Affairs' Rob Lott interviews Aimee Moulin of the University of California Davis about her recent paper exploring a model for low-barrier treatment of opioid use disorder that could increase emergency department patient navigation and Buprenorphine use.Order the September 2025 issue of Health Affairs.Currently, more than 70 percent of our content is freely available - and we'd like to keep it that way. With your support, we can continue to keep our digital publication Forefront and podcast

Dr. Jeff Bohmer, Medical Director of the Emergency Department at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, joins Bob Sirott to talk about who can get the COVID vaccine, why nearly half of people with diabetes are undiagnosed, and why more elderly people are dying after falls. He also shares details about a rise in rat-linked illnesses, […]

On Politics Thursday, Nick was joined by Labour's Health spokesperson Ayesha Verrall and National's Otaki MP Tim Costley. They discussed the new Government proposal for a new infringement offence for shoplifting, the annual net migration continuing to fall, and some harrowing statistics around care in Wellington Hospital's Emergency Department. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of SuperPsyched, Dr. Adam Dorsay interviews Dr. Sara Krzyzaniak, a clinical associate professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Stanford University. Dr. Krzyzaniak shares her journey into emergency medicine, influenced by her childhood fascination with first responders and simulation games. She discusses the critical role of human interaction in emergency care, emphasizing the limitations of AI in providing compassionate and empathetic care during crises. The conversation covers her experiences, the importance of vulnerability, and strategies for maintaining mental and physical well-being in high-stress environments. Dr. Krzyzaniak also highlights the significance of compassion, both for oneself and for others, as a key insight that could dramatically improve lives.00:00 Welcome to SuperPsyched00:28 Remembering 9/11 and Honoring Frontline Heroes01:00 Introducing Dr. Sara Krzyzaniak02:51 Sara's Journey to Emergency Medicine09:46 The Role of AI in Emergency Medicine15:28 Navigating End-of-Life Decisions19:41 Balancing Technical Skills and Human Connection23:11 Navigating Medical Decisions with Emotional Baggage24:41 The Complexity of Emergency Medicine Procedures26:52 Maintaining Physical and Mental Health in High-Stress Jobs30:22 The Importance of Vulnerability and Self-Care37:23 Appreciating Life's Fragility and Practicing Compassion39:43 Final Thoughts and ReflectionsHelpful Links:Dr. Sara KrzyzaniakDr. Sara Krzyzaniak TedX TalkDr. Sara Krzyzaniak LinkedIn

How are infection preventionists gearing up for IIPW 2025? In this episode, co-hosts Lerenza Howard and Kelly Holmes welcome guests from APIC's Communications Committee Michelle Swetky and Tammy Cunningham who share creative tools, engaging activities, and superhero-inspired themes to unite and empower IPs. Join us and Stand UPPP — Unite, Prevent, Protect, Prevail — for infection prevention! Hosted by: Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC, FAPIC and Lerenza Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB About our Guests: Tammy Cunningham, MBA, BSN RN, CIC Tammy Cunningham, MBA, BSN RN, CIC, is the Infection Prevention Manager at AdventHealth Kansas City Region, overseeing the Infection Prevention programs at three acute care hospitals and two free standing Emergency Departments. She worked as an Intensive Care nurse and Neonatal Intensive Care nurse until 2019 when she began her career in infection prevention, just in time for the worldwide pandemic. Tammy is active in the Greater Kansas City APIC chapter, having served two terms as the chapter Treasurer, and is currently a member of the APIC Communications Committee. Tammy is board certified in infection control, and is passionate about preventing infections in patients, especially CAUTIs, CLABSIs, and C. difficile infections. Michelle Swetky, MPH, CIC, FAPIC Michelle Swetky, MPH, CIC, FAPIC, is an Infection Preventionist at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, WA. Michelle has a decade of infection prevention experience in acute and ambulatory care, with extensive experience in an oncology setting. She is passionate about expanding the field of infection prevention into the ambulatory setting and across the continuum of care. Michelle has served as the Chairman of Comprehensive Cancer Center's Infection Prevention & Control group (C3IC) from 2021-2023 and is a current member on the APIC Communications Committee. Michelle received her Master's in Public Health from the University of Michigan. She has been certified in infection prevention and control (CIC) since 2016 and became an APIC Fellow (FAPIC) in 2023.

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Dr Asif Iqbal, a Pakistani Doctor, was attacked on his way to his shift in the Emergency Department - being told to “go back home”...He joins Andrea to discuss what happened.

Pediatric Gastroenterological Chief Complaints is something we do in the Pediatric Emergency Department a considerable part of our time. That is why I invited Howard Baron to come on the show and talk about his advice for investigating and treating common GI conditions.

S5E1 - Guest: Erika Hansen, LMHC (IA)Hell yes, Season Five is finally here! And one of my favorite people is back with me, too. And we are dishing out our thoughts on the MAX show, "The Pitt." So if you've not watched it yet, be warned that this is a very spoiler heavy episode.PLEASE NOTE: There are multiple topics we discuss that listeners may find upsetting and/or activating to them, including trauma and medical trauma.About Erika: Erika Hansen, LMHC, The Rebel Therapist, is the owner and therapist of Hobein Counseling Services. Erika's areas of expertise and experience is working with persons living with neurodivergence such as ADHD, executive function issues, and OCD.You can find Erika here: https://www.hobeincounseling.com and https://www.instagram.com/the_rebel_therapist* * * * * Support the showWant more sweary goodness? There's now the availability of Premium Subscription for $3 a month! Click the "Support The Show" link and find out more info.* * *F*ck The Rules Podcast is produced by Evil Bambina Productions, LLC. You can find our podcast on Amazon Music/Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more!***Social media/podcast episodes are not intended to replace therapy with a qualified mental health professional. All posts/episodes are for educational purposes only. *****Susan Roggendorf is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. In addition to hosting and producing her podcast, she's a volunteer mentor and a supervisor to new therapists, as well as running a private practice as an independent provider full-time. A National Certified Counselor through the NBCC as well as an Emergency Responder & Public Safety Certified Clinician through NERPSC and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Main populations Susan works with are folx living with anxiety and trauma experiences in the LGBTQIA community as well as First Responders, Law Enforcement, hospital staff, urgent care and Emergency Department personnel. When she's not busy with all those things, as a GenX elder, she's usually busy annoying her adult children with 70's and 80's pop culture references and music or she's busy in her garden.

Send us a textAlexis Abate is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Board-Certified Counselor, Psychiatric Clinician in the Emergency Department, and Adjunct Professor of Psychology.Following a profound spiritual awakening and a healing journey through autoimmune illness and mold toxicity, Alexis developed a powerful, integrative approach that blends evidence-based science with spiritual wisdom.Her work centers on helping others uncover the root causes of suffering and reconnect with the deeper intelligence of the soul through mind-body healing. Drawing from ancient wisdom and modern knowledge, Alexis guides people to reclaim their authenticity, purpose, and inner strength.With a strong in symbolism, soul psychology, and the deeper layers of spiritual experiences, she offers a unique perspective that bridges emotion and logic. Alexis goes beyond traditional healing by revealing hidden patterns behind life's challenges and supporting others through the mental and spiritual shifts that lead to true renewal.Her research on generational trauma and the link between birth control and female depression has been accepted at conferences nationwide. She has also been featured in Fox News articles for her expertise in mental health.Find Alexis AbateInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/psychlextures/Find The Suffering PodcastThe Suffering Podcast InstagramKevin Donaldson InstagramTom Flynn InstagramApple PodcastSpotifyYouTubeThe Suffering Podcast FamilySherri AllsupSupport the showThe Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

Kirk Haan graduated from high school, thinking he'd study pharmacy at the University of Saskatchewan, and walk out five years later. After one summer at a pharmacy, Haan realized he was after a more ‘hands-on' career in medicine. “I've kind of worked with my hands my whole life, just between rummaging around on a farm and always kind of building things,” he said.  “Now it's using them to help people in a direct way.” Then, Haan found his passion — inside the laboratory. In 2018, Haan landed a summer position in Dr. Thomas Fisher's lab, studying osmoregulation — the mechanisms that govern our bodies' salt and fluid intake and output. He never looked back.  By the time he entered medical school, Haan had completed two summer research projects, his honours degree, and his master's thesis in osmoregulation, all under Dr. Fisher's supervision. “He was a really good role model,” Haan said, noting he returned to Fisher's lab for up to 30 hours a week during his first and second year of medical school.  Haan is set to resume his work at medical school next summer, after he's completed his PhD.  Until then, he and Fisher are unravelling mechanisms involved with Synaptotagmin-11, and later Endophilin-A1, proteins associated with keeping the body's fluid-salt balance in check. Changes in those complexes are often seen in patients with neurodegenerative conditions, such as Parkinson's, ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) and Alzheimer's disease. Dehydration and fluid imbalances also become more common as patients age. Haan calls this “low-hanging fruit” when patients arrive at Emergency Departments, worried about pharmaceutical interactions. “The more drugs you take, the more likely you are to have a drug interaction that causes a perturbation in this system,” said Haan. He believes Synaptotagmin-11 and Endophilin-A1 may play “a massive role” in the long-term regulation of our body fluids. Haan also credits his wife — who just entered medical school with her own PhD — and an “incredible community” of friends in Saskatoon for their support during his decades-long journey through two academic worlds. Although they will likely have to leave Saskatchewan to pursue his residency as an ear, nose and throat surgeon, Haan said the plan is to return. “With some of the things that I've learned and my passion for blending this basic science with clinical medicine, maybe somewhere down the line we find something that's really cool that can really help people,” he said.

Join our trauma injury prevention team as we hit the tail with two fellow healthcare pros who like to ride. From gear checks to crash prevention, we cover key safety tips for mountain biking Utah's unique terrain. Whether you're a weekend warrior or just getting started, this episode is packed with ways to stay out of the Emergency Department and keep enjoying the ride. Here are the links to some of the resources we discuss in the Podcasthttps://www.visitutah.com/articles/top-mtb-trails-utah https://utahmountainbiking.com/ https://www.helmet.beam.vt.edu/https://healthcare.utah.edu/healthfeed/2024/08/mountain-biking-safety-every-trailhttps://nationalmtb.org/https://www.wildawareutah.org/https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title41/Chapter6A/41-6a-S1115.5.htmlhttps://mipsprotection.com/bike/

The emDOCs.net team is very happy to collaborate with PECARN STELAR (Seattle, Dallas/Texas, and Los Angeles) Node and the Emergency Medical Services for Children Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC) in presenting high-yield pediatric topics that highlight evidence based medicine with solid research. Dr. Chris Buresh from Seattle Children's Hospital joins us to discuss addressing Substance Use Disorder in children and adolescents and he impactful role of the Emergency Department.To continue to make this a worthwhile podcast for you to listen to, we appreciate any feedback and comments you may have for us. Please let us know!Subscribe to the podcast on one of the many platforms below:Apple iTunesSpotifyGoogle Play

In this episode with Lucy Butler, we discuss the temporomandibular joint and temporomandibular dysfunction. We explore: Assessment of TMJ DysfunctionIntra-articular dysfunction vs muscular based dysfunctionWhich subgroups may respond best to manual therapyThe key elements of an effective rehab plan Botox and it's role in treatment within TMDWant to learn more about temporomandibular dysfunction? Lucy Butler recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Mastering the TMJ: Assessment and Management of Orofacial Pain” where they go into further depth on this topic. 

Learn how to ask for medical help when in an emergency department. - در این قسمت یاد بگیرید که چگونه در اورژانس بیمارستان کمک بگیرید.

In this podcast, emergency medicine physician Taylor Brown, MD, of Harvard Medical School breaks down how trauma-informed care can transform interactions in high-pressure emergency settings. She discusses practical strategies to empower patients, reduce retraumatization, and enhance outcomes, even in the most acute clinical encounters.

Security guards in hospital emergency departments are increasingly being confronted by people carrying knives and say they want powers to deal with the rising violence. Head of the Security Association Gary Morrison spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Michelle Eliot speaks to Paul Adams from the BC Rural Health Network and New Brunswick ER doctor Fraser Mackay about what can be done to end persistent ER closures after the Delta Hospital ER was closed again when a physician called in sick

Hepatitis C is a worldwide problem, with millions of people infected who don't even know it. We do have effective treatment and untreated infection can result in liver failure and death, so a new study attempted to implement free testing … What are the barriers to testing for hepatitis C in emergency departments? Elizabeth Tracey reports Read More »

David Wells was the Victoria Police Surgeon during one of Australia’s most disturbing unsolved crime sprees - the abductions and assaults of three young girls, and the suspected murder of a fourth, by the predator known only as Mr Cruel. In this powerful and rare interview, Associate Professor Wells shares what it was like to examine the victims, the moment he returned a girl her parents believed was dead, and the vital evidence he uncovered that could still help unmask the man behind the mask. This episode contains descriptions of child sex abuse, sexual assault, self-harm and violent crime. If you or anyone you know needs support, call Lifeline on 131 114, beyondblue on 1800 512 348, Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800, or the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service on 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bank Holiday weekend always brings an increase in attendances to our Emergency Departments and Hospitals, so where do you go if you need care? We get advice from the HSE with Grace Rothwell, National Director for HSE Access and Integration with all options available to you over the weekend and JJ Clarke Columnist with the Irish Independent brings us ‘festivalling' advice ahead of All Together Now.

AEM Podcast host Ken Milne, MD, and guest skeptic Suchismita Datta, MD, interview lead author Rachel E. Solnick, MD, MSc. Learn more in the accompanying Hot Off the Press article available in The Skeptics' Guide to Emergency Medicine.

AEM Podcast host Ken Milne, MD, and guest skeptic Kirsty Challen, PhD, interview lead author Hashim Kareemi, MD. Learn more in the accompanying article available in The Skeptics' Guide to Emergency Medicine.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Allan Blackman and Cindy Mitchener. Starting off, the Panel hears from a kiwi living in Japan and their experience after tsunami warnings followed a massive Russian earthquake, They also talk to an Emergency Department nurse who along with their colleagues are striking over safer working conditions today, and a true blue GIRL racer responds to new anti "boy racer" legislation.

As a born and raised local and, now a Physician, Joy Mueller, M.D., Family Medicine and Primary Care Monument Health Sturgis Clinic, has seen more than a few Sturgis Motorcycle Rallies. In this episode of Doc Talk, Dr. Mueller describes the different ways the staff in Sturgis prepares in advance for the influx of cases at their Emergency Department, Same Day Clinic and Hospital. She reveals some common injuries she treats and how she still manages to enjoy the Rally, despite her busy caseload as a doctor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paramedic and author Tim Booth reveals the wildest sturies coming from the emergency department.Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/fifi-fev-and-nickSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vaso-occlusive pain episodes are the most common reason children and adolescents with sickle cell disease present to the Emergency Department. Prompt, protocol-driven management is essential starting with early administration of IV opioids, reassessment at 15–30 minute intervals, and judicious hydration. Understanding the patient's typical pain pattern, opioid history, and psychosocial context can guide more effective […]

Dr. Jeff Bohmer, Medical Director of the Emergency Department at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, joins Bob Sirott to talk about why you shouldn’t drink while flying on an airplane and the best supplements to take for heart health. He also discusses which ultra processed food could be good for you and the worst time […]

In this episode of The Visible Voices Podcast, Dr. Resa Lewiss explores AI in healthcare with Andrew Taylor MD MHS, a Professor and Vice Chair of Research and Innovation in Emergency Medicine at the University of Virginia.  Dr. Taylor shares insights from his work on AI-informed triage systems, discusses the challenges of implementing AI in hospital settings, and explains how artificial intelligence can reduce diagnostic errors while promoting fairness in emergency care. Healthcare lags behind other industries in adopting AI tools, facing unique challenges around hospital infrastructure and personnel requirements. Large language models require substantial computational resources that most traditional hospital systems lack. The persistent problem of closed electronic health record systems further complicates implementation. Healthcare typically can take 15 years to adopt new technologies, even those with proven efficacy and safety records. Publications we discuss: —Impact of Artificial Intelligence-Based Triage Decision Support on Emergency Department Care (NEJM AI) —Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Reduce Diagnostic Errors in Emergency Medicine: Challenges, Opportunities, and Future Directions (AEM) —Enhancing Emergency Department Triage Equity With Artificial Intelligence: Outcomes From a Multisite Implementation (Annals of EM) If you enjoy the show, please leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating on Apple or a

We're back with another episode of Push Dose Pearls with ED Clinical Pharacist, Haley Burhans! In this episode, we break down the essentials of managing agitation in the ED—starting with why you should avoid diphenhydramine in the elderly and benzodiazepines in the 3 D's: drunk, delirium, and dementia. We discuss how to quickly assess the cause, choose the right medication, and decide between IM and IV routes. And Haley offers some key safety tips and considerations for special populations, including kids and the elderly.  Was this episode helpful? What other medications would you like to learn more about? Hit us up on social media @empulsepodcast or at ucdavisem.com Hosts: Dr. Julia Magaña, Professor of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at UC Davis Dr. Sarah Medeiros, Professor of Emergency Medicine at UC Davis Guests: Haley Burhans, PharmD, Emergency Medicine Clinical Pharmacist at UC Davis Resources: ACEP's New Clinical Policy on Severe Agitation. By Molly E.W. Thiessen, MD, FACEP | on February 12, 2024 Pediatric Education and Advocacy Kit (PEAK): Agitation Hoffmann JA, Pergjika A, Konicek CE, Reynolds SL. Pharmacologic Management of Acute Agitation in Youth in the Emergency Department. Pediatr Emerg Care. 2021 Aug 1;37(8):417-422. doi: 10.1097/PEC.0000000000002510. PMID: 34397677; PMCID: PMC8383287. Gerson R, Malas N, Feuer V, Silver GH, Prasad R, Mroczkowski MM. Best Practices for Evaluation and Treatment of Agitated Children and Adolescents (BETA) in the Emergency Department: Consensus Statement of the American Association for Emergency Psychiatry. West J Emerg Med. 2019 Mar;20(2):409-418. doi: 10.5811/westjem.2019.1.41344. Epub 2019 Feb 19. Erratum in: West J Emerg Med. 2019 May;20(3):537. doi: 10.5811/westjem.2019.4.43550. Erratum in: West J Emerg Med. 2019 Jul;20(4):688-689. doi: 10.5811/westjem.2019.4.44160. PMID: 30881565; PMCID: PMC6404720.. **** Thank you to the UC Davis Department of Emergency Medicine for supporting this podcast and to Orlando Magaña at OM Productions for audio production services.

Darshan H. Brahmbhatt, Podcast Editor of JACC: Advances, discusses a recently published original research paper on Multisite Validation of a Strategy to Identify Very Low Risk Emergency Department Patients Without Troponin.

Nearly one-quarter of emergency department visits among patients 60-and-older nationally resulted in a hospital stay. A Rutland man, worried about his widowed father, made an emergency hospital go-bag for his dad, and experts say more of us should have them. Plus, budget cuts have prompted layoffs at the Vermont Foodbank, areas of Montreal are recovering from flooding, and people who work with refugees and asylum seekers in Vermont are struggling to keep up with recent changes to federal immigration laws.

July is the most exciting time of the year in the hospital - especially in the Emergency Department, when all of the new interns show up! Get 12 pieces of advice for interns reporting for their first shifts, courtesy of EMRA*Cast host Blythe Fiscella, MD, and guests Andrew Toron, MD (chief resident), Brielle Grote, DO, and Emerson Trimble, DO.  

Disparities in Treatment and Referral After an Opioid Overdose Among Emergency Department Patients  JAMA Network Open This cohort study of 1,683 patients assessed if there are racial and ethnic disparities in treatment referral rates among patients in the emergency department (ED) with opioid overdose.  It found a statistically significant difference in the proportion of Black patients who received an outpatient treatment referral (5.7%) compared with White patients (9.6%). These findings suggest that Black patients presenting to the ED with opioid overdose may be less likely to receive outpatient treatment referrals, underscoring the need for targeted intervention and enhanced referral processes.   Read this issue of the ASAM Weekly Subscribe to the ASAM Weekly Visit ASAM

Visiting the emergency department with a sick or injured child can overwhelm parents due to long wait times and stress. Understanding what to expect can help. This episode explores when to go to children's hospital emergency departments in Australia and what to expect upon arrival. - Hasta veya yaralı bir çocukla acil servise gitmek, uzun bekleme süreleri ve stres nedeniyle ebeveynleri bunaltabilir. Acilde ne bekleyeceğinizi anlamak biraz yardımcı olabilir. Bu bölüm, Avustralya'daki çocuk hastanesi acil servislerine ne zaman gidileceğini ve varınca da ne beklemeniz gerektiğini anlatıyor.

A CDC study shows that 1 in 10 Americans gets a tick bite every year on average. This year, the CDC reported that Emergency room visits from Tick bites are at the highest levels since 2019. The CDC has recorded just under 450 Emergency Department visits in the US so far this year, with 250 of those in the Southeast. With that new info as a backdrop we're revisiting this interview Dr. Greg did earlier this year with UK extension entomologist Jonathan Larson.

Colton gets real about the rising anxiety over world events, nurse draft rumors, and why everyone on TikTok is spiraling (again). He breaks down the actual history of nurses in the military, shares his own COVID-era trauma, and offers a much-needed reality check: you're probably not getting drafted, but you are overdue for a screen break. With equal parts sass and sincerity, this episode is your reminder to log off, breathe, and take care of the only thing you can control—yourself.>>Nurses and the Medical Draft: What Would Really Happen?Jump Ahead to Listen:[00:02:06] Hard times throughout history. [00:04:02] Managing anxiety in a chaotic world. [00:08:13] Nurses and the draft. [00:09:36] Military nursing and trauma. [00:12:58] Nurses and potential draft concerns. [00:17:44] Honoring military nurses' service.Connect with Colton on social media: Instagram: @coltonalanlord, @nursedaddies TikTok: @nursedaddiesFor more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcastJoin our newsletter at nurse.org/joinInstagram: @nurse_orgTikTok: @nurse.orgFacebook: @nurse.orgYouTube: Nurse.org

The Minister for Auckland's keeping positive despite a mixed annual State of the City report. The third annual report shows the city rates strongly in sustainability, resilience, and culture, but is falling when it comes to prosperity, skills, and innovation development. Minister Simeon Brown told Heather du Plessis-Allan Auckland's at a good turning point. He says it will be a great year with the City Rail Link opening and the international convention centre bringing opportunities. Brown says they're also addressing inherited challenges, with crime coming down. He's also assuring that health workers and the government are working to ease hospital pressure, amid reports some Auckland ambulances were redirected from EDs. RNZ reports delays handing patients over to Auckland City and Middlemore Hospitals yesterday afternoon, with some assessed by phone or diverted to non-hospital clinics. Brown told du Plessis Allan patients with less severe symptoms are sent to after hours urgent care from time to time. He says the reality is winter is a challenging time for the system, but they're continuing to focus on front line resources to make sure patients receive timely and quality care. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emergency physicians Resa E. Lewiss and Courtney M. Smalley discuss their article, "Why point-of-care ultrasound belongs in emergency department triage." Amid the crisis of overcrowded waiting rooms and long wait times, they argue for the immediate integration of a powerful, underutilized tool: point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). Resa and Courtney use compelling clinical examples, like identifying a collapsed lung or a ruptured ectopic pregnancy in under two minutes, to show how POCUS can dramatically improve risk stratification and save lives before a patient even leaves the triage area. They counter potential objections by explaining that emergency physicians are already highly trained in POCUS, the technology fits existing workflows, and it is a billable procedure that can generate revenue. The conversation serves as a direct call to action for hospital leaders to redesign triage spaces and protocols, making POCUS a standard of care to ensure the sickest patients are identified and treated without delay. Careers by KevinMD is your gateway to health care success. We connect you with real-time, exclusive resources like job boards, news updates, and salary insights, all tailored for health care professionals. With expertise in uniting top talent and leading employers across the nation's largest health care hiring network, we're your partner in shaping health care's future. Fulfill your health care journey at KevinMD.com/careers. VISIT SPONSOR → https://kevinmd.com/careers Discovering disability insurance? Pattern understands your concerns. Over 20,000 doctors trust us for straightforward, affordable coverage. We handle everything from quotes to paperwork. Say goodbye to insurance stress – visit Pattern today at KevinMD.com/pattern. VISIT SPONSOR → https://kevinmd.com/pattern SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

In today's episode, the union representing midwives says Wellington Hospital cutting beds from its gynaecology and maternity wards in a trial aimed at making more room for patients from the overcrowded Emergency Department is a bad move, Health NZ says gynaecology has 12 "resourced" (staffed) beds, with capacity to flex to 14, and 26 resourced maternity beds, with the ability to flex to 37 beds (11 unresourced) in response, the Finance Minister says several thousand more families will benefit from the changes to FamilyBoost, monitoring potential dangers, such as intruders or eavesdroppers, is the focus of the country's new space squadron, and it has been a huge weekend of music in the United Kingdom - with Black Sabbath performing a farewell show in Birmingham, and Oasis back on stage together to kick off their high-anticipated reunion tour in Cardiff in Wales.

A leaked memo shows Wellington Hospital is cutting beds from its gynaecology and maternity wards in a trial aimed at making room for patients from the over-crowded Emergency Department. Ruth Hill reports.

The union representing midwives says Wellington Hospital cutting beds from its gynaecology and maternity wards in a trial aimed at making more room for patients from the overcrowded Emergency Department is a bad move. Midwifery Representation and Advisory Service's Caroline Conroy spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Health NZ has said gynaecology had 12 "resourced" (staffed) beds, with capacity to flex to 14, and 26 resourced maternity beds, with the ability to flex to 37 beds (11 unresourced) in response to Wellington Hospital's trial aimed at making more room for patients from the overcrowded Emergency Department. Health NZ's group director of operations Jamie Duncan spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

As part of the 2025 Developmental Disabilities Conference, Dr. Whitney Deal, an emergency physician at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, talks about using the least restrictive approach when dealing with an agitated autistic patient. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40614]

As part of the 2025 Developmental Disabilities Conference, Dr. Whitney Deal, an emergency physician at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, talks about using the least restrictive approach when dealing with an agitated autistic patient. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40614]

Welcome back to Papers of the Month! Three more papers to both inform and challenge our practice across the spectrum of emergency care. First up we look at a systematic review and meta-analysis on noradrenaline vs adrenaline for our medical post-ROSC patients; what evidence exists out there and should we all be delivering noradrenaline as our first line treatment for those with shock? Next up a paper to really challenge the treatment algorithm for status epilepticus in paediatrics, with an RCT of midazolam and ketamine versus midazolam alone. There are some huge differences here in the form of termination rates and some great discussion to be had around the specifics of the paper and how that might translate into future practice. Finally we look at a paper assessing the impact of i.m. versus i.v. metoclopramide for migraines and acute severe headaches. The paper looks at the impact of length of stay within the Emergency Department and also the efficacy of the treatment. Once again we'd love to hear any thoughts or feedback either on the website or via X @TheResusRoom! Simon & Rob

Interview with Adrian D. Haimovich, MD, PhD, author of National Trends in Prolonged Emergency Department Length of Stay Among Older Adults: 2017-2024 and Maura Kennedy, MD, MPH author of Addressing the Hospital Boarding Crisis in the US—Time to Act: Addressing the Hospital Boarding Crisis in the US. Hosted by Eve Rittenberg, MD. Related Content: Addressing the Hospital Boarding Crisis in the US—Time to Act Prolonged Emergency Department Stays for Older US Adults

Interview with Adrian D. Haimovich, MD, PhD, author of National Trends in Prolonged Emergency Department Length of Stay Among Older Adults: 2017-2024 and Maura Kennedy, MD, MPH author of Addressing the Hospital Boarding Crisis in the US—Time to Act: Addressing the Hospital Boarding Crisis in the US. Hosted by Eve Rittenberg, MD. Related Content: Addressing the Hospital Boarding Crisis in the US—Time to Act Prolonged Emergency Department Stays for Older US Adults

Dr. Jeff Bohmer, Medical Director of the Emergency Department at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about staying safe in extreme heat and if these prescription medications have a correlation for increased risk of dementia. He also explains the difference between sunscreen made in America versus Europe […]

Contributor: Aaron Lessen, MD Educational Pearls: How do we take care of kids in severe pain? There are many non-pharmacologic options for pain (i.e. ice, elevation) as well as more conventional medication options (i.e. acetaminophen, NSAIDS) but in severe pain stronger medications might be indicated. These stronger medications include options such as IV morphine, a subdissociative dose of ketamine, as well as intranasal fentanyl. Intranasal fentanyl has many advantages: Studies have shown it might be more effective early on in controlling pain, as in the first 15-20 minutes after administration, and then becomes equivalent to other pain control options Total adverse effects were also lower with IN fentanyl, including low rates of nausea and vomiting To administer, use the IV formulation with an atomizer and spray into the nose; therefore, you do not need an IV line Dose is 1-2 micrograms per kilogram, can be redosed once at 10 minutes.  Don't forget about gabapentinoids for neuropathic pain, muscle relaxants for muscle spasms, and nerve blocks when appropriate. (Disclaimer: muscle relaxers have not been well studied in children) References Alsabri M, Hafez AH, Singer E, Elhady MM, Waqar M, Gill P. Efficacy and Safety of Intranasal Fentanyl in Pediatric Emergencies: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Pediatr Emerg Care. 2024 Oct 1;40(10):748-752. doi: 10.1097/PEC.0000000000003187. Epub 2024 Apr 11. PMID: 38713846. Bailey B, Trottier ED. Managing Pediatric Pain in the Emergency Department. Paediatr Drugs. 2016 Aug;18(4):287-301. doi: 10.1007/s40272-016-0181-5. PMID: 27260499. Hadland SE, Agarwal R, Raman SR, Smith MJ, Bryl A, Michel J, Kelley-Quon LI, Raval MV, Renny MH, Larson-Steckler B, Wexelblatt S, Wilder RT, Flinn SK. Opioid Prescribing for Acute Pain Management in Children and Adolescents in Outpatient Settings: Clinical Practice Guideline. Pediatrics. 2024 Sep 30:e2024068752. doi: 10.1542/peds.2024-068752. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 39344439. Summarized by Jeffrey Olson, MS4 | Edited by Jorge Chalit, OMS4 Donate: https://emergencymedicalminute.org/donate/