Martin Amour

In this episode, Martin Amour, a critical care cardiologist and director of the CCU at Staten Island University Hospital, shares insights on managing cardiogenic shock. He discusses key clinical signs like cold extremities and confusion, and highlights the importance of early lactate measurement as a danger sign. Amour explains the effective use of norepinephrine as a first-line treatment and dobutiline for inotropic support. He also delves into innovative devices like impella CP and ECMO, focusing on personalized approaches for young patients and the urgency of interdepartmental collaboration.