Howie Mell

Dr. Howie Mell, a board-certified emergency physician and EMS expert, dives into the heated debate over using Midazolam versus Ketamine for acute agitation in pre-hospital settings. He unpackages clinical decision-making, examining the urgency of sedation strategies and their safety implications. Listeners will gain insights into observational study challenges and the importance of local factors in applying research findings. With a focus on real-world scenarios, Mell highlights key considerations for managing agitated patients effectively among varied emergency environments.