Melody Bishop

Melody Bishop, a critical care respiratory clinician, shares her expertise on mechanical ventilation. She simplifies complex concepts, emphasizing the importance of understanding respiratory physiology over memorizing settings. The discussion covers the Hamilton T1 ventilator, the myth about positive pressure and pulmonary emboli, and the role of PEEP in lung recruitment. Melody also touches on the significance of individualized ventilator settings and the cardiovascular impacts of positive pressure. It's a practical guide for clinicians seeking to enhance patient care.