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Ever wonder why some people obsess over every financial detail while others just want someone to handle it all for them? Money isn't just about math — it's deeply tied to how we're wired.  In this episode, we're diving into how your personality shapes your financial decisions — and why knowing yourself might be the key to getting (and staying) ahead. It's less about spreadsheets and more about self-awareness.

Train the Best. Change EMS.Howdy, y'all, I'm Dr Jeff Jarvis, and I'm the host of the EMS lighthouse project podcast, but I'm also the medical director for the new EMS system we're building in Fort Worth Texas. We are looking for an experienced critical care paramedic who is an effective and inspiring educator to lead the initial and continuing training and credentialing of a new team of Critical Care Paramedics who will be responding to our highest acuity calls. The salary is negotiable but starts between $65,000 and $80,000 a year for this office position. Whether y'all wear cowboy boots or Birkenstocks, Fort Worth can be a great place to live and work. So if you're ready to create a world-class EMS system and change the EMS world with us, give us a call at 817-953-3083, take care y'all.The next time you go to intubate a patient, should you give the sedation before the paralytic or the paralytic before the sedative? Does it matter? And what the hell does Bayes have to do with any of this? Dr Jarvis reviews a paper that uses Bayesian statistics to calculate the association between drug sequence and first attempt failure. Then he returns to Nerd Valley to talk about how to interpret 95% confidence intervals derived from frequentists statistics compared to 95% credible intervals that come from Bayesian statistics. Citations:1.     Catoire P, Driver B, Prekker ME, Freund Y: Effect of administration sequence of induction agents on first‐attempt failure during emergency intubation: A Bayesian analysis of a prospective cohort. Academic Emergency Medicine. 2025;February;32(2):123–9. 2.     Casey JD, Janz DR, Russell DW, Vonderhaar DJ, Joffe AM, Dischert KM, Brown RM, Zouk AN, Gulati S, Heideman BE, et al.: Bag-Mask Ventilation during Tracheal Intubation of Critically Ill Adults. N Engl J Med. 2019;February 28;380(9):811–21.3.     Greer A, Hewitt M, Khazaneh PT, Ergan B, Burry L, Semler MW, Rochwerg B, Sharif S: Ketamine Versus Etomidate for Rapid Sequence Intubation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Trials. Critical Care Medicine. 2025;February;53(2):e374–83.

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean for this week's health update. This week, Dr. Silver shares medical issues men should be aware of. Some pertaining to heart health, prostate health and more. Then Dr. Silver answers listener questions.

When it comes to the airway, roc rocks and succ sucks, right? You've heard it more than once. But EMRA*Cast host Peter Lorenz, MD, presents a nuanced argument in defense of succinylcholine, with guests Mike Perza, PharmD, and Patricia Simmer, MD.

In the April 2025 episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang discuss acute psychosis and lithium toxicity. As always, you'll also hear about the hot topics covered in the regular features, including pelvic inflammatory disease in a non–sexually active teen in Clinical Pediatrics, joint capsule foreign bodies in Critical Cases in Orthopedics and Trauma, male urethral catheterization in The Critical Procedure, high-dose nitroglycerin for SCAPE in The LLSA Literature Review, and a patient with recurrent chest pain in The Critical Image.In the April 2025 episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang discuss acute psychosis and lithium toxicity. As always, you'll also hear about the hot topics covered in the regular features, including pelvic inflammatory disease in a non–sexually active teen in Clinical Pediatrics, joint capsule foreign bodies in Critical Cases in Orthopedics and Trauma, male urethral catheterization in The Critical Procedure, high-dose nitroglycerin for SCAPE in The LLSA Literature Review, and a patient with recurrent chest pain in The Critical Image.

Many kids are preparing to head off on a 6th year holiday once the Leaving Cert comes to an end. But, how can parents prepare their sons and daughters to ensure a happy and safe experience on, for what will be for many, their first experience of going abroad independently, while keeping their own anxiety levels at bay in the process?Joining Seán to discuss is Dr Chris Luke, retired Consultant in Emergency Medicine and host of the Irish Medical Lives podcast, who has been writing about this in the Journal…

Dr. Emily Smith, Assistant Professor in Emergency Medicine and Assistant Research Professor of Global Health at Duke University, explores the intersection of faith, science, and global health through the lens of the parable of the Good Samaritan. Dr. Smith reflects on her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic as the voice behind 'Friendly Neighbor Epidemiologist,' advocating for compassionate public health. Her presentation weaves data with a call to ethical action from a posture of solidarity and neighborly love rooted in both scientific and faith-based principles. This podcast aired in November, 2022.

Many kids are preparing to head off on a 6th year holiday once the Leaving Cert comes to an end. But, how can parents prepare their sons and daughters to ensure a happy and safe experience on, for what will be for many, their first experience of going abroad independently, while keeping their own anxiety levels at bay in the process?Joining Seán to discuss is Dr Chris Luke, retired Consultant in Emergency Medicine and host of the Irish Medical Lives podcast, who has been writing about this in the Journal…

About this Episode Episode 46 of “The 2 View” – Heat Stroke Tx, A New Virus, Oral Cephalosporins Vs Pyelo, Safe Discharges Segment 1A – Music Therapy In the ED Edited by Chaphalkar A. Music therapy eases pain and anxiety in the ED. Medscape. May 2, 2025. https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/music-therapy-eases-pain-and-anxiety-emergency-department-2025a1000apm Episode 1. The 2 View. 2view.fireside.fm. Published January 11, 202. https://2view.fireside.fm/1 Segment 1B – Heat Stroke Guidelines Barletta JF, Palimeri TL, Toomy SA, et al. Society of Critical Care Medicine Guidelines for the Treatment of Heat Stroke. Crit Care Med. 2025; 53(2):p e490-e500. https://journals.lww.com/ccmjournal/fulltext/2025/02000/societyofcriticalcaremedicineguidelinesfor.22.aspx Eifling KP, Gaudio FG, Dumke C, et al. Wilderness Medical Society Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Heat Illness: 2024 Update. Wildness Environ Med. 2024;35(1_suppl):112S-127S. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10806032241227924 Hawkins SC, David F. An Evidence-Based Guide to Heat Stress. Image. Raw Medicine. https://rawmedicine.org/episodes/f/episode-6-heat-emergencies-with-tod-schimelpfenig-and-tim-durkin Published July 1, 2018. Segment 2A – Cephalosporins for Outpatient Treatment of Pyelonephritis Gupta K, Hooton TM, Naber, KG, et al. International Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Treatment of Acute Uncomplicated Cystitis and Pyelonephritis in Women: A 2010 Update by the Infectious Diseases Society of America and the European Society for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. Clin Inf Dis. 2011;52(5):e103-120. https://academic.oup.com/cid/article/52/5/e103/388285 Koehl J, Spolsdoff D, Negaard B, et al. Cephalosporins for Outpatient Pyelonephritis in the Emergency Department: COPY-ED Study. Ann Emerg Med. 2025;85(3):240-248. https://www.annemergmed.com/article/S0196-0644(24)01140-5/abstract Segment 2B - Ouropouche Virus Clinical Overview of Oropouche Virus Disease. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. May 8, 2025. https://www.cdc.gov/oropouche/hcp/clinical-overview/index.html Glatter RD, Sader Neves Ferreira J. Why Is Oropouche Spreading so Fast? Medscape. May 19, 2025. https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/why-oropouche-spreading-so-fast-2025a1000cgb Segment 3 - Discharging Patients Safe Discharge From The Emergency Department. Ann Emerg Med. 2019;74(5):e95. https://www.annemergmed.com/article/S0196-0644(19)30622-5/abstract Ward, M. When And How Should Clinicians View Discharge Planning as Part of a Patient's Care Continuum? AMA J Ethics. 2023;25(12):e866-872. https://journalofethics.ama-assn.org/article/when-and-how-should-clinicians-view-discharge-planning-part-patients-care-continuum/2023-12 Some Points to Consider Before Discharging a Patient, from Mike and Martha: History / Physical • Abnormal vital signs – treated/explained • Timely repeat vital signs relative to discharge • Addressed all concerns raised in your history-taking and nursing notes • Pertinent history & exam positives/negatives Diagnostics / Decision-Making • Reviewed all diagnostics ordered • Documented abnormalities, explained their significance, & directed follow-up • Adequately considered differential diagnosis • Even in a non-acute setting, adequately ruled out life/limb/organ threats • Appropriately documented communication with staff, consultants, pt's family • Documented patient declining any diagnostics/treatment and their reasons • Documented any reasonable attempts at an alternative plan • Documented assessment of pt's capacity to make informed medical decisions General Documentation • Reviewed “smart phrases” word-for-word to ensure they apply to this pt • Documented use of language services in accordance with institution policies • Documented all appropriate diagnoses (including abnormal vital signs and abnormal diagnostics as appropriate) Discharge Plan • A discharge plan that make sense for this patient, including taking social determinants of health into consideration • Patient can reasonably attend follow-up visits • Follow-up timeframe is appropriate for patient • Patient can afford or obtain essential medications and treatments • Discharge instructions and return precautions, especially for high-risk issues (chest/abdo pain, wounds, infections, fx, splints/casts, controlleds)? Recurring Sources Center for Medical Education. http://ccme.org The Proceduralist. http://www.theproceduralist.org The Procedural Pause. https://journals.lww.com/em-news/blog/theproceduralpause/pages/default.aspx The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine. http://www.thesgem.com Be sure to keep tuning in for more great prizes and fun trivia questions! Once you hear the question, please email us your guesses at 2viewcast@gmail.com and tell us who you want to give a shout-out to.

What happens when you are a "general practitioner" but are passionate about Emergency Medicine or PEM. Listen to Dr. Allen Herman's story on practicing Emergency Medicine despite completing his training in Family Medicine. 

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean for this week's health update. This week, Dr. Silver talks about how your coffee intake influences aging. Then Dr. Silver answers listener questions.

Dean Richards, Dave Schwan, and Andy Masur start off this Tony Award Sunday by talking what Dean is looking forward to the most during the 78th Tony Awards. For today's Far Flung Forecast, Dave takes us to Clark, Missouri. Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean […]

Date: June 2, 2025 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Andrew (Andy) Tagg is an Emergency Physician with a special interest in education and lifelong learning. He is the co-founder and website lead of Don't Forget the Bubbles. This is another SGEM Xtra that talks about what we can learn about being physicians from certain pop culture (TV […] The post SGEM Xtra: Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It – To Be an EM Doc first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine.

The Musk/Trump bromance imploded spectacularly yesterday. What started with Musk criticizing Trump‘s so-called “Big Beautiful Bill”devolved into Trump threatening to pull Musk's government contracts and Musk claiming Trump would not have won the election without him and making allegations that Trump is listed in the Epstein files and that's why they haven't been released. Musk called for Trump‘s impeachment! The public breakup played out in comments made in the Oval Office during a press conference with the leader of Germany, on Trump's Truth Social and on Musk's X. We will ask journalist Michael Shure about this ugly public feud and more with “This Week in Politics.” There are some changes when it comes to recommendations on who should get Covid vaccines and boosters. We'll check in with our doctor, Emergency Medicine specialist, Dr. Michael Daignault. Friday Fabulous Florida is upon us once again and it does not disappoint Culture Blaster Michael Snyder will join us to talk movies and streaming as summer break begins.

Summer travel is in full swing and, for physicians, that means more than just packing swimsuits and sunscreen. In this episode of EM Pulse, we sit down with wilderness medicine expert, Dr. Mary Bing, to unpack the real-world essentials of travel medical kits. From duct tape and whistles to epinephrine and steroids, you'll learn what to bring, how to tailor your supplies based on destination and group, and why your role as a physician—formal or not—comes with extra responsibilities. Whether you're headed to the Alps or the backyard, this episode is your go-to guide for staying medically prepared on the move. Don't just travel light—travel smart. What's in your first aid kit? Hit us op on on social media @empulsepodcast or connect with us on 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: Dr. Mary Bing, Professor of Emergency Medicine and Assistant EM Residency Program Director at UC Davis Resources: Surviving a Wilderness Emergency by Peter Kummerfeldt ACEP: First Aid Kit U.S. Customs and Border Protection: Traveling with medication ***  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.

In this episode I speak with Cedric Dark MD MPH, an emergency medicine physician and healthcare policy expert, about gun violence in America. June is Gun Violence Awareness month. Our conversation focuses on prevention, advocacy, and content from his book Under the Gun: An ER Doctor's Cure for America's Gun Epidemic Cedric is an Associate Professor in the Henry J. N. Taub Department of Emergency Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine. He currently is on the Board of Trustees for Semester at Sea and is the Medical Editor-in-Chief for the monthly publication ACEP Now. From 2019 to 2024 he served on the Board of Directors for Doctors for America. Cedric argues that gun violence is a public health issue that healthcare workers are uniquely positioned to address. He explains how mental health factors into gun violence discussions and why access to firearms increases suicide risk. The conversation touches on how advocacy work can help healthcare workers deal with burnout and how organizations like Doctors for America approach health policy change.  If you enjoy the show, please leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating on Apple or a

This is June 1st's exhortation by Larson Hicks identifying two ditches we commonly fall into when planning: overconfidence and faithless inaction. Larson and his wife, Bethany, have 7 children. They were high school sweethearts in Texas and spent the first 10 years of their marriage in Moscow, ID, where Larson graduated from New St. Andrew's College and Bethany from Washington State University.  Larson is the CEO of Sycamore Independent Physicians – a healthcare staffing company focused on Emergency Medicine. Trinity Reformed Church is a CREC church in Huntsville, AL seeking to extend and unite the Kingdom in the Huntsville area. Check out our website, Facebook or YouTube!

In this episode of Ditch the Lab Coat, Dr. Mark Bonta sits down with Dr. Dov Gebien for a deeply personal and raw conversation about addiction, stigma, and redemption within the medical profession. Dr. Gebien, an emergency physician, shares his courageous story of opioid addiction—tracing his journey from the initial dependency that crept in after multiple back surgeries, through the devastating fallout of withdrawal, arrest, and prison, to his eventual recovery and fight to reclaim both his medical license and sense of self.The episode explores the culture of medicine and the harsh judgment often faced by healthcare professionals struggling with substance use. Dr. Gebien opens up about the profound shame and isolation that accompany addiction, explaining how secrecy and fear of exposure perpetuate suffering. He discusses how his turning point came when he finally “came clean,” recounting the unexpected compassion from some colleagues, but also the widespread mistreatment and lack of understanding he encountered—especially compared to how the system treats those with alcohol use disorder or physical illness.Dr. Gebien and Dr. Bonta delve into how the medical system, historically complicit in the opioid crisis, continues to stigmatize opioid addiction in its ranks, and they candidly address the punitive versus rehabilitative paths offered to healthcare workers in crisis. Dr. Gebien reflects on how recovery transformed his approach to medicine, fostering empathy and changing the way he relates to patients facing addiction.Now a community physician, public speaker, and researcher with published work on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, Dr. Gebien unpacks his reinvention and the ongoing challenges of regaining trust and credibility within his field. The episode is a powerful meditation on perseverance, accountability, and hope—the “hard-won kind” forged through adversity.Episode Highlights1. The Power of Honesty : Telling the truth about addiction, even when it's painful, is the starting point for recovery and lightens the emotional burden.2. Compassion Over Judgment : Healthcare needs more compassion and less stigma toward addiction—judgment only deepens isolation and suffering for both patients and clinicians.3. Addiction Knows No Boundaries : Opioid addiction can affect anyone—doctors, professionals, or neighbors—not just the stereotypical “skid row” population.4. Burnout Breeds Judgment : Compassion fatigue and harsh attitudes in emergency medicine can lead to diminished empathy for those with addiction struggles.5. Redefining Professional Redemption : Recovery and return to practice after addiction require perseverance, transparency, and a willingness to rebuild credibility from scratch.6. Forgiveness and Second Chances Reintegration into medicine is possible, but it demands humility, hard work, and meeting rigorous requirements to ensure public safety.7. Continuous Recovery Accountability Structured support systems—therapy groups, monitoring, and regular check-ins—are vital in maintaining long-term recovery and reducing relapse risk.8. Experience Builds Better Doctors Personal hardship, including addiction and recovery, can foster stronger empathy, better listening skills, and more effective patient care.Episode Timestamps3:32 – Resilient Hope Amid Adversity9:32 – Addiction's Story: A Broader Insight10:54 – Opioid Dependency Misunderstanding17:12 – Compassion in Addiction Treatment21:07 – Forgiveness and Reintegration in Healthcare23:39 – Challenges Reveal True Character27:13 – Recovery: Holistic Approaches Versus Cure29:38 – Expressing Myself Through Recovery33:20 – Challenges of Reintegration for Felons37:01 – Healthcare Workers' Untreated Disorders Insight39:10 – Diaphragm Cramp Research Breakthrough42:33 – Rediscovering Purpose in Medicine45:00 – Secrets, Addiction, and Consequences48:44 – Finding Hope After DisgraceDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (Podkind.co) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

Contributor: Taylor Lynch, MD Educational Pearls: The KLM Flight Disaster, also known as the Tenerife Airport Disaster, occurred on 27 March 1977. It involved the collision of two Boeing 747 passenger jets from KLM and Pan Am Airlines, resulting in 583 fatalities.  What fell through the cracks to cause this incident? The captain of the KLM flight believed he had received clearance from air traffic control to take off, when in fact he had not. This captain was one of the most senior pilots in the organization, and the culture often saw senior pilots as infallible and not to be questioned. The co-pilot, who noticed improper communication resulting from power dynamics, did not assertively speak up.  What lessons can be taken from the tragedy and applied to healthcare?  Aviation and healthcare are both high-stakes industries that require extensive communication for the safety of passengers and patients. Within medicine, an inherent hierarchy exists, and it is crucial not to let this hierarchy and perceived power imbalance prevent people from speaking up. In healthcare, providers such as nurses, paramedics, and technicians may spend more time with patients and thus may notice warning signs earlier. It is imperative to foster a culture where they can speak up freely and without hesitation if something concerning is caught in a patient.  When might mistakes happen most often? Hanna et al. found that radiological interpretation errors were more likely to occur later in shifts, peaking around the 10-to-12-hour mark. Leviatan et al. found that medication prescription errors were more likely to occur by physicians working on 2nd and 3rd consecutive shifts. Hendey et al. found medication ordering errors were higher on overnight and post-call shifts. Gatz et al. found that surgical procedural complication rates are higher during the last 4 hours of a 12-hour shift. In Short, Ends of shifts are when mistakes are most likely to occur.  Overall takeaway? In a healthcare team, it is critical to look after each other regardless of years of experience or post-nominal letters, and speak up for patient safety. Making a special note that we may need to do so more towards the end of shifts, where we might not be at our sharpest.    References Gatz JD, Gingold DB, Lemkin DL, Wilkerson RG. Association of Resident Shift Length with Procedural Complications. Journal of Emergency Medicine. 2021 Aug 1;61(2):189–97. Hanna TN, Lamoureux C, Krupinski EA, Weber S, Johnson JO. Effect of Shift, Schedule, and Volume on Interpretive Accuracy: A Retrospective Analysis of 2.9 Million Radiologic Examinations. Radiology. 2018 Apr;287(1):205–12. Hendey GW, Barth BE, Soliz T. Overnight and postcall errors in medication orders. Acad Emerg Med. 2005 Jul;12(7):629–34. Leviatan I, Oberman B, Zimlichman E, Stein GY. Associations of physicians' prescribing experience, work hours, and workload with prescription errors. J Am Med Inform Assoc. 2021 Jun 12;28(6):1074–80. Summarized by Dan Orbidan, OMS2 | Edited by Dan Orbidan & Jorge Chalit, OMS4 Donate: https://emergencymedicalminute.org/donate/

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Date: May 14, 2025 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Ross Prager is an Intensivist at the London Health Sciences Centre and an adjunct professor at Western University. His expertise in critical care medicine is complemented by his research interests in critical care ultrasound and evidence-based knowledge translation. This is an SGEM Xtra episode. The inspiration was a […] The post SGEM Xtra: Ten Lessons They Don't Teach in Medical School (But Should) first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine.

Dean Richards, Dave Schwan, and Andy Masur start by welcoming former producer Jack Heinrich back. Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean for this week's health update. This week, Dr. Silver talks about COVID-19 vaccine news from the week and then talks about the new COVID variant. […]

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean for this week's health update. This week, Dr. Silver talks about COVID-19 vaccine news from the week and then talks about the new COVID variant. Then Dr. Silver answers listener questions.

Welcome to this episode of The Lifeguard Project Podcast, where today we interview Dr. Andrew Schmidt. Dr. Schmidt started as a junior lifeguard and progressed through the professional lifeguard ranks at Jacksonville Beach, Florida. He currently serves as an assistant professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville.He's a medical director of Jacksonville Beach Ocean Rescue, deputy Medical Director of University of Florida Health's Trauma one Flight program, and co-founder of Lifeguards Without Borders, a nonprofit dedicated to international drowning prevention. He's also a board member of the Surfers Medical Association and a lead instructor with Surfing Medicine International.Dr. Schmidt has over a decade of experience on the front lines of emergency care and water safety. He has also authored key drowning treatment guidelines and helped shape national and international policy and trained lifeguards, medics and physicians around the world. From academic research to ocean rescue operation, he brings a spectrum of unique experience, making him a well-respected professional at the intersection of medicine, rescue, and public health.In this episode, we explore the medical and physiological realities of drowning along with some of its core principles. We'll go into the crucial role that lifeguards and pre-hospital responders have, and how cohesive emergency care protocols can be the difference in these life-saving measures. We'll also dig deep into the importance of education, prevention, and public policy.We'll take you through the process and specific treatment considerations of drowning from the rescue phase with lifeguards on the beach to the back of the ambulance, into the emergency room, and all the way to the ICU. So stay tuned and enjoy the conversation. And thanks as always for supporting the Lifeguard project.00:00 Introduction to Dr. Andrew Schmidt02:38 Dr. Schmidt's Lifeguard Journey04:38 Balancing Medicine and Lifeguarding06:52 Impact of Baywatch on Lifeguarding12:08 The Critical Role of Lifeguards in Drowning Prevention21:45 Challenges in Drowning Data Collection34:33 Hypoxia in Drowning36:39 Reversing Hypoxia38:25 Challenges in Drowning Protocols56:11 The Role of Surfers in Rescue Operations01:07:17 Challenges of Public Access Buoy Programs01:08:29 Training and Real-Life Rescue Simulations01:10:19 Respect and Training for Lifeguards01:12:44 Funding and Support for Lifeguard Programs01:18:30 Drowning Research and Public Awareness01:23:27 Medical Protocols and Pre-Hospital Care01:34:30 Final ThoughtsAndrews Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@jaxems/videosDrowning Facts Website:https://www.notoutofthewater.com/Andrew's Site:https://surfemergency.com/Presented by The Ben Carlson Foundation:https://www.bencarlsonfoundation.org/https://www.instagram.com/bencarlson_foundation/Watch the Podcast on YouTube Here:https://youtu.be/kM2_7KuS6rUSubscribe to the Podcast Here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lifeguard-project/id1748861682https://open.spotify.com/show/7EoZTDiET6jJ6XJ1g5X54thttps://www.instagram.com/thelifeguardproject/https://thelifeguardproject.org/Host, Drasko Bogdanovic:https://www.bogdogphoto.com/https://www.instagram.com/bogdogphoto/#TheLifeguardProjectPodcast #BenCarlsonFoundation #LifeguardPodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-lifeguard-project/donations

We covered a paper in episode 81 that suggested treating atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response in the field could lower mortality. But it also drops BP a bit. Could pretreating these patients with calcium lower the risk of hypotension? Dr Jarvis puts on his nerd hat and uses Bayesian analysis to assess a new randomized, placebo-controlled study that looked at just this thing. Why is he going off on this Bayes thing? Because he's been reading a couple of book on it and wanted to take it for a spin.  Tables:  Charts: Bayesian Distributions: Citation: 1.     Az A, Sogut O, Dogan Y, Akdemir T, Ergenc H, Umit TB, Celik AF, Armagan BN, Bilici E, Cakmak S: Reducing diltiazem-related hypotension in atrial fibrillation: Role of pretreatment intravenous calcium. The American Journal of Emergency Medicine. 2025;February;88:23–8.2.     Fornage LB, O'Neil C, Dowker SR, Wanta ER, Lewis RS, Brown LH: Prehospital Intervention Improves Outcomes for Patients Presenting in Atrial Fibrillation with Rapid Ventricular Response. Prehospital Emergency Care. doi: 10.1080/10903127.2023.2283885 (Epub ahead of print).3.     Kolkebeck T, Abbrescia K, Pfaff J, Glynn T, Ward JA: Calcium chloride before i.v. diltiazem in the management of atrial fibrillation. The Journal of Emergency Medicine. 2004;May 1;26(4):395–400.4.     Chivers T: Everything Is Predictable: How Bayes' Remarkable Theorem Explains the World. Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2024.5.     McGrayne SB: The Theory That Would Not Die. how Bayes' Rule Cracked The Enigma Code, Hunted Down Russian Submarines & Emerged Triumphant From Two Centuries of Controversy. New Haven, CT, Yale University Press, 2011. FAST25 | May 19-21, 2025 | Lexington, KY

Just how prevalent is self-injury among older adults, specifically those ages 60 and over?  Do the types and methods they use differ from those who self-injure at other ages? What about the reasons they give for self-injuring? In this episode, Dr. Lisa Van Hove from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (Brussels University) is the first to reveal the prevalence of self-injury and self-harm among older adults.To see Dr. Van Hove's publications, including those about self-injury among older adults, click here. Connect with Dr. Van Hove on LinkedIn here. Below is some of her research and that of others referenced in this episode:Van Hove, L., Baetens, I., Hamza, C., Dierckx, E., Haekens, A., Fieremans, L., & Vanderstichelen, S. (2023). NSSI in older adults. In E.E. Lloyd-Richardson, I. Baetens, & J. Whitlock (Eds.), The Oxford handbook of nonsuicidal self-injury (pp. 572-592). Oxford University Press.Van Hove, L., Baetens, I., & Vanderstichelen, S. (2025). Psychogeriatric experts' experiences with risk factors of suicidal and non-suicidal self-injury in older adults: A qualitative study. Qualitative Research in Medicine and Healthcare, 8(1). Van Hove, L., Baetens, I., & Vanderstichelen, S. (2024). Conceptualizing self-harm through the experiences of psychogeriatric experts. Psychopathology, 57(4), 277-285.Van Hove, L., Nieuwenhuijs, B. M., Vanderstichelen, S., De Witte, N., Gorus, E., Stas, L., & Baetens, I. (2025). Biopsychosocial profile of community-dwelling older adults at risk for direct and indirect self-harm. Clinical Gerontologist, 1–12.Van Hove, L., Facon M., Baetens, I., Vanderstichelen, S., Dierckx, E., Van Alphen, S.P.J., Stas, L., & Rossi, G. (in press). Development of an at-risk personality profile for (in)direct self-harm engagement in older age. Journal of Personality Disorders.Murphy, E., Kapur, N., Webb, R., Purandare, N., Hawton, K., Bergen, H., Waters, K., & Cooper, J. (2012). Risk factors for repetition and suicide following self-harm in older adults: multicentre cohort study. British Journal of Psychiatry, 200(5), 399-404.Martin, G., & Swannell, S. (2016). Non-suicidal self-injury in the over 40s: Results from a large national epidemiological survey. Epidemiology (Sunnyvale), 6(5), 266.Choi, N. G., DiNitto, D. M., Marti, C. N., & Choi, B. Y. (2016). Nonsuicidal self-injury and suicide attempts among ED patients older than 50 years: comparison of risk factors and ED visit outcomes. The American Journal of Emergency Medicine, 34(6), 1016-1021.Ose, S. O., Tveit, T., & Mehlum, L. (2021). Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) in adult psychiatric outpatients – A nationwide study. Journal of Psychiatric Research, 133, 1-9.Wiktorsson, S., Strömsten, L., Renberg, E. S., Runeson, B., & Waern, M. (2022). Clinical characteristics in older, middle-aged and young adults who present with suicide attempts at psychiatric emergency departments: A multisite study. The American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, 30(3), 342-351.Gratz, K. L., & Tull, M. T. (2025). Acceptance-based emotion regulation therapy: A clinician's guide to treating emotion dysregulation & self-destructive behaviors using an evidence-based therapy drawn from ACT & DBT. Context Press.Want to have a bigger role on the podcast?:Should you or someone you know be interviewed on the podcast? We want to know! Please fill out this Google doc form, and we will be in touch with more details if it's a good fit.Want to hear your question and have it answered on the podcast? Please send an audio clip of your question (60 seconds or less) to @DocWesters on Instagram or Twitter/X, or email us at thepsychologyofselfinjury@gmail.comWant to be involved in research? Send us a message at thepsychologyofselfinjury@gmail.com and we will see if we can match you to an active study.Want to interact with us through comments and polls? You can on Spotify!Follow Dr. Westers on Instagram and Twitter/X (@DocWesters). To join ISSS, visit itriples.org and follow ISSS on Facebook and Twitter/X (@ITripleS).The Psychology of Self-Injury podcast has been rated as one of the "10 Best Self Harm Podcasts" and "20 Best Clinical Psychology Podcasts" by Feedspot  and one of the Top 100 Psychology Podcasts by Goodpods. It has also been featured in Audible's "Best Mental Health Podcasts to Defy Stigma and Begin to Heal."

This episode of the Harvard Macy Institute podcast features Marg Hay, Professor Emeritus at Monash University and leading light in the HMI community. We explore Marg's journey from health psychology to becoming an influential leader in health professions education. We talk about her penchant for ‘start ups', including pioneering work at Monash university, her involvement with Harvard Macy, and her perspectives on curriculum, assessment, and faculty development. Marg shares her experiences on the importance of being a generalist, the balance between behavioral sciences and education, and the significance of mentorship and community in her career. We reflect on innovation, leadership, embracing failure, and her ongoing passion for lifelong learning. We conclude by thinking about life and career after the ‘main act' and the many contributions still to be made. Your host for this episode is Victoria Brazil (Educators, '05, Leaders '07, Assessment ‘10). Victoria is Professor of Emergency Medicine at Bond University Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine. She hosts the HMI podcast and is co-producer of Simulcast -a podcast about health care simulation.

What if addiction isn't about drugs, but about pain? Beneath compulsive behaviors often lie histories of trauma, anxiety, and unmet emotional needs, hidden behind layers of stigma and misunderstanding. In medicine, addiction is still often mischaracterized as a moral failing rather than a treatable illness with deep psychological roots. In this episode, we explore the personal and professional evolution of Dr. Casey Grover, an addiction medicine physician who reframed both his own struggles and the way he cares for patients. Finally, we uncover how shifting mindset and language can transform both clinical outcomes and clinician well-being.

Reference:  St Peter, et al. Appendicectomy versus antibiotics for acute uncomplicated appendicitis in children: an open-label, international, multicentre, randomized noni-inferiority trial. The Lancet. Jan 2025 Date: March 19, 2025 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Camille Wu is a paediatric surgeon based at Sydney Children's Hospital where she is the Head of Department. She is also on the […] The post SGEM#476: Cuts like a Knife or Antibiotics for Pediatric Appendicitis first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine.

In the March 2025 episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang discuss pediatric sickle cell disease and trauma-informed care. As always, you'll also hear about the hot topics covered in Critical Decisions' regular features, including a child with difficulty walking in Clinical Pediatrics, sternoclavicular joint septic arthritis in Orthopedics and Trauma, interscalene nerve block in The Critical Procedure, intranasal topical application of tranexamic acid for atraumatic anterior epistaxis in The LLSA Literature Review, and a toddler with arm pain in The Critical Image.

In this candid episode, I sit down with Dr. Elliot Justin—emergency physician turned sex tech innovator—to talk erectile fitness, aging erections, and why the humble c*ck ring might just be the unsung hero of midlife pleasure. From horse accidents and centaur metaphors to revolutionary wearable tech, this episode explores the real (and often overlooked) science behind erections and the emotional toll of performance anxiety. If you're ready to shift shame, embrace better tools, and reignite connection with your partner—this one's for you.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction01:40 – Meet Dr. Elliot Justin & his journey from ER to sex tech04:00 – The horseback accident that changed everything06:15 – What erectile dysfunction really means (and doesn't)08:20 – Why most cck rings don't work — and how FirmTech changed that11:00 – The confidence-erection connection no one talks about13:30 – Why your partner's erection is a health signal15:50 – Can data actually improve erections? (Yep.)18:00 – RingMate: The pleasure product designed for her20:10 – Redefining what counts as sx22:00 – Final thoughts on pleasure, performance & partnershipKaren Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases.This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider.Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here:Email: karen@taboototruth.comWebsite: https://www.taboototruth.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruthYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcastAbout the Guest:Elliot Justin, MD, FACEP, is the CEO and Founder of FirmTech, the first sex tech company dedicated to improving men's erectile fitness. He has a background in Emergency Medicine and healthcare technology consulting. Dr. Justin is also a serial healthcare entrepreneur, having founded and sold Pegasus Emergency Group and Swift MD. He has provided guidance to various services, telemedicine, and tech startups. Dr. Justin pursued Slavic Studies at Harvard University and studied medicine at Boston University. Happily married for 35 years, and father of three children, Elliot and Ann live in Montana with three energetic mares and a flock of chickens.Connect with Elliot Justin, MD:Instagram: @doctorelliotjustin @myfirmtechWebsite: https://myfirmtech.comEnjoy 15% off with code TABOO15 using this link: https://myfirmtech.com/karenbigmanKaren Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative...

Welcome to the emDOCs.net podcast! Join us as we review our high-yield posts from our website emDOCs.net.Today on the emDOCs cast Brit Long covers SJS/TEN. 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

Podcast summary of articles from the April 2025 edition of the Journal of Emergency Medicine from the American Academy of Emergency Medicine.  Topics include ECGs in cardiac arrest, strep toxic shock syndrome, diabetic ketoacidosis, chest pain work ups, exertional heat stroke, and pulmonary embolism controversies.  Guest speaker is Dr. Matthew Carvey.

Dr Jason "JR" Pickett was my Associate Medical Director at Austin Travis Co EMS and was the reason for ATCEMS adopting more advanced and progressive protocols for Field Providers among many of the changes he helped implement there.  These days he has left Austin and moved to Utah where he both Practices and Teaches medicine at the University of Utah Department of Emergency Medicine, and he specializes in Emergency Medicine, Tactical and Austere Medicine, as well as Operational Medical Planning.  He is also a US Army SOF Physician with 19th Group Special Forces Group [SFG]. You can find JR here https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjrpickett/ You can find this shows sponsor, RallyPoint ST here https://rallypointst.com You can find Absolute Security And Lock here http://absolutesecurityandlock.com You can find this shows website here https://www.thedistinguishedsavage.com The views, information, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guest speakers and do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations, employers, or sponsors. The opinions and views shared do not reflect the positions of our sponsors or their affiliated companies. This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice in any field including but not limited to legal, medical, financial, or technical matters. All content is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy but cannot guarantee that all information presented is correct, complete, or up-to-date. Listeners should verify any critical information independently. Guest opinions belong to them alone. Our interviews with various individuals do not constitute endorsement of their views, products, or services. By listening to this podcast, you agree that we are not responsible for any decisions you make based on the information provided. Please consult with qualified professionals before making important decisions related to your health, finances, or legal matters. This podcast may contain explicit language or mature themes. Listener discretion is advised. © 2025 The Distinguished Savage, Savage Concepts LLC

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean for this week's health update. This week, Dr. Silver talks about the differences between urgent care and the emergency room.

In this follow-up to our artificial intelligence in EM series, we're diving into how AI can enhance your professional life outside of clinical shifts. Joined by Dr. Jaymin Patel—Assistant Residency Program Director and tech-savvy educator—we explore three practical AI tools that can streamline teaching, content creation, communication, and even how you consume literature on your commute. From ChatGPT to DALL·E to NotebookLM, we break down what each tool does, how to use it effectively, what pitfalls to avoid, and how even non-educators can leverage them. Tune in to learn how to use AI intentionally, efficiently, and ethically in your day-to-day professional life.  Are you using AI in your professional life? What's your favorite tool? Share your experience with us on social media @empulsepodcast or connect with us on 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: Dr. Jaymin Patel, Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine and Assistant EM Residency Program Director at UC Davis Resources: Nivritti Gajanan Patil, Nga Lok Kou, Daniel T. Baptista-Hon, Olivia Monteiro. Artificial Intelligence in Medical Education: A Practical Guide for Educators. MedComm – Future MedicineVolume 4, Issue 2 e70018. First published: 02 April 2025 https://doi.org/10.1002/mef2.70018 ChatGPT DALL•E NotebookLM **** 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.

Reference: Cohen et al; SUSPECT study group. Can we avoid casting for suspected scaphoid fractures? A multicenter randomized controlled trial. J Orthop Traumatol. 2025 Date: May 1, 2025 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Matt Schmitz is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in Adolescent Sports Medicine and Young Adult Hip Preservation. He practices at the Rady Children's Hospital in […] The post SGEM#475: Break on Through to the Other Side – Management of Clinical Scaphoid Fractures first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine.

Podcast summary of articles from the March 2025 edition of the Journal of Emergency Medicine from the American Academy of Emergency Medicine.  Topics include pediatric airways, IV contrast induced nephropathy, toxic mushrooms, TXA for ACEI angioedema, bias in patient surveys, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy.  Guest speaker is Dr. Matthew Carvey.

Shawn & Janet Needham, R.Ph have Dr. Kelly Victory back on the podcast to discuss how MAHA starts with us. Dr. Victory is a residency-trained trauma and emergency specialist with over 30 years of clinical experience. She is an expert in disaster preparedness and response and medical management of mass casualties. Dr. Victory is an alumnus of the National Preparedness Leadership Initiative by the Harvard School of Public Health and the Kennedy School of Government to develop “meta-leaders” for national disaster preparedness and response, and served as a member of the Leadership Council at Harvard School of Public Health for many years. Dr. Victory has worked with a range of public and private organizations including companies, hospitals, schools, churches and municipalities on public health issues including disaster and pandemic preparedness and response. Dr. Victory teaches “Active Shooter Rapid Response and Extraction” and “Leadership in Times of Crisis” for first responders, community leaders and organizations, aimed at limiting casualties, improving outcomes, enhancing resiliency and coordinating emergency response efforts. Dr. Victory has been a consistent and vocal proponent of aggressive early outpatient treatment for COVID-19, as well as a cautious and informed, risk-based approach to COVID vaccination. She makes frequent radio and television appearances to discuss issues of public health, disasters, and preparedness and response efforts, and has been the daily voice of “The Doctor Hour” on KABC in Los Angeles throughout the pandemic. Dr. Victory holds a BS from Duke University, earned her MD from the University of North Carolina and completed her residency in Emergency Medicine and Trauma at Carolinas Medical Center. Dr. Kelly Victory X | x.com/drkellyvictory Health Solutions Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/HealthSolutionsPodcast Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/health_solutions_shawn_needham/ Moses Lake Professional Pharmacy Website | http://mlrx.com.com/ Shawn Needham X | https://x.com/ShawnNeedham2 Shawn's Book | http://mybook.to/Sickened_The_Book Additional Links https://linktr.ee/mlrx

Elton Jim Turano is filling in this week for Dean Richards, but listen anyway! Jim, Rob LaFrentz (in for Dave Schwan) and Andy kick things off by talking about Pope Leo XIV’s Chicago connections. Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Elton Jim Turano (in for Dean […]

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Elton Jim Turano (in for Dean Richards) for this week's health update. This week, Dr. Silver reflects on the development of the COVID-19 vaccine and where things stand today.

Date: May 6, 2025 Guest Skeptic: Actor, producer and director Noah Wyle. Many of us know him as Dr. John Carter from ER, the show that arguably influenced an entire generation of EM physicians. Since that groundbreaking show, he has been busy with multiple movie roles (Pirates of Silicon Valley, Donnie Darko, White Oleander, Shot, and […] The post SGEM Xtra: Doctor, Doctor – Paging Dr. Robby first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine.

In this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti focuses on the nuances of mechanical ventilation in patients with severe asthma. Previously, he explored the medical management of acute asthma exacerbations. Today, he takes a deeper dive into ventilatory strategies tailored to this high-risk population. He's joined by Dr. Emily Damuth, a dual-trained emergency medicine and critical care physician. Dr. Damuth is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and Emergency Medicine at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University and practices clinically in both the Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey. She is also an Assistant Program Director for the Critical Care Medicine Fellowship and is actively involved in the ECMO program. A passionate educator, she teaches mechanical ventilation through lectures and simulation and has received multiple teaching awards for her contributions to medical education. Additional resources: Links: Management of Life-Threatening Asthma. O. Garner, et al. CHEST 2022; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35218742/ Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation for Refractory Asthma Exacerbations With Respiratory Failure. J. Zakrajsek, et al. CHEST 2023: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36191634/ Ventilator Graphics and Respiratory Mechanics in the Patient With Obstructive Lung Disease. R. Dhand. Respiratory Care 2005: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15691394/ Books mentioned in this episode: Seabiscuit: An American Legend. By Laura Hillenbrand: https://bit.ly/3EY24pJ Pisto: The Life of Pete Maravich. By Mark Kriegel: https://bit.ly/3GIarq6 Good Inside: A Practical Guide to Resilient Parenting Prioritizing Connection Over Correction. By Becky Kennedy: https://bit.ly/4iSTnes

In this episode of EM Pulse, Dr. Daniel Hernandez, an emergency medicine and addiction specialist at UC Davis, joins the team to spotlight methadone—one of the original and still powerful tools for treating opioid use disorder (OUD). While newer medications like buprenorphine often steal the spotlight, methadone remains a critical option, especially in the era of fentanyl. Tune in for a practical conversation on when and how to initiate methadone in the ED, navigating regulatory barriers, arranging follow-up at opioid treatment programs, and managing pain in patients already on methadone. Whether you're new to methadone or looking to sharpen your approach, this episode offers real-world insights and actionable pearls  Have you started methadone from the ED? Share your experience with us on social media @empulsepodcast or connect with us on 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: Dr. Daniel Hernandez, Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine and Assistant Director of the Addiction Medicine Fellowship at UC Davis Resources: CA Bridge ACEP/CA Bridge - Methadone Hospital Quick Start Liberate Methadone: An Introduction for the Emergency Medicine Physician By Terence M. Hughes, MD; Joan Chen, MD; and Utsha G. Khatri, MD, MSHP | on April 14, 2025 *** 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.

What do you do when your pain becomes so intense, so overwhelming, that the only place left to turn is the emergency room—and even that doesn't feel safe?In this raw and revealing episode, Lyndsay Soprano opens up about her own lived experience with chronic pain, including CRPS and Lyme disease, and the harsh reality of seeking help in an emergency medical system that often doesn't know what to do with people like her. The ER isn't always a place of comfort—it can be cold, dismissive, and downright dangerous when you're already at your breaking point.She's joined by Dr. Jim Keany, an emergency physician who brings honesty and insight to the conversation. Together, they unpack the disconnect between chronic pain patients and emergency care providers, the emotional toll of pain that goes far beyond the physical, and the desperate need for a healthcare system that sees people as whole humans—not just symptoms.Lyndsay and Dr. Keany discuss the deeper layers of chronic pain—how trauma can amplify it, how isolation can worsen it, and how the system often misses the mark. They touch on the struggles of medication management, the power of journaling, and how tools like hypnosis can actually help. Most of all, they stress the importance of treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. With empathy, advocacy, and even a little hope, healing becomes more possible.If you've ever felt dismissed, gaslit, or broken by your pain—or by the people meant to help you, this episode is for you.Find Dr. Jim Keany Online Here:LinkedIn: Dr. Jim KeanyFind The Pain Game Podcast Online Here:Website: thepaingamepodcast.comInstagram: @thepaingamepodcastFacebook: The Pain Game PodcastEpisode Highlights:(00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Trauma(03:04) Emergency Situations and Pain Management(05:54) The Role of Emergency Medicine in Chronic Pain(08:48) Understanding Pain: Psychological and Physical Aspects(12:00) Navigating the Healthcare System(14:57) Alternative Pain Management Strategies(17:51) The Importance of Whole Person Care(21:00) Supporting Loved Ones in Chronic Pain(23:54) The Role of Journaling in Pain Management(26:50) Global Perspectives on Pain and Suffering(30:03) Hope and Future in Pain Management

Welcome to the emDOCs.net podcast! Join us as we review our high-yield posts from our website emDOCs.net.Today on the emDOCs cast with Rachel Bridwell, MD, and Brit Long, MD (@long_brit), we cover left ventricular outflow tract obstruction, or LVOTO. 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

Reference: Umana E, et al. Performance of clinical decision aids for the care of young febrile infants: A multicenter prospective cohort study. eClinicalMedicine Lancet December 2024 Date: March 6, 2025 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Demetris Athanasiou is a paediatric registrar based in London and enrolled in the PEM MSc program through Queen Mary University in London. Case: […] The post SGEM#474: Help! Which Clinical Decision Aid should I use to Risk Stratify Febrile Infants? first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine.

A common yet often misunderstood infection is popping up in different corners of our community. Mycoplasma pneumonia, otherwise referred to as walking pneumonia, can present in a way that's subtle and sneaky, with a plethora of symptoms. This ‘silent' infection can fly under the radar leaving both patients and providers puzzled, but we want to make sure our listeners feel prepared to tackle this diagnosis.  How do we ensure it doesn't slip through the cracks? How do we identify it in our patients? We'll discuss all that and more in this episode.   Joining us for this exciting discussion are Lilliam Ambroggio, PhD, and Michael Bozzella, DO. Dr. Ambroggio is the Director of Research in the sections of Emergency Medicine and Hospital Medicine at Children's Hospital Colorado. She is also an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Dr. Bozzella is the Associate Medical Director of Antimicrobial Stewardship and specializes in infectious disease. He is also an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics. Some highlights from this episode include:  Understanding where it colonizes and how it spreads  How to identify this disease properly, as the presentation can look like many different illnesses  How the epidemiology informs what primary care providers should know about this diagnosis  Knowing when to test For more information on Children's Colorado, visit: childrenscolorado.org. 

On this month's installment of our Longevity Series, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist, Dr. Kristen Holmes, sits down with Dr. Adrian Cois. Dr. Cois is an Australian-born Emergency Physician and Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine, currently practicing in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Cois has an extensive background as a strength and conditioning coach, working with 5 professional Australian sports teams before completing his medical residency at Oregon Health and Science University. Dr. Cois joins the WHOOP podcast to discuss his TedX presentation on the cultural comparison of healthcare in Australia versus the United States and how this impacts longevity. Dr. Holmes and Dr. Cois discuss:(00:25) Dr. Cois's background in Medicine(01:47) Reframing Trauma in Emergency Care(05:26) Frontline Healthcare Workers' Challenges with Personal Health and Wellness (07:46) Cultural Differences between the US and Australia(10:28) Importance of Implementing Preventative Medicine (18:27) Areas for Improvement in the US Healthcare System(21:17) Best Methods to Motivate Individuals to Take Control of Their Health(25:29) The Existing Health Culture in Australia (30:04) Light Behavior and The Benefits of Time Spent Outside. (31:30) Lessons Americans Can Learn From Australians(33:58) Implementing Health Culture(35:12) The Relationship Between Sleep Quality and Shift Work (41:27) How Americans Can Improve Their Health (41:54) Habit Changes For Your Health Follow Dr. Adrian Cois:InstagramLinkedInSupport the showFollow WHOOP: www.whoop.com Trial WHOOP for Free Instagram TikTok X Facebook LinkedIn Follow Will Ahmed:Instagram X LinkedIn Follow Kristen Holmes: Instagram LinkedIn Follow Emily Capodilupo: LinkedIn