
RCEM Learning
A twice monthly #foamed podcast from the Royal College of Emergency Medicine. Literature reviews, guideline updates and interviews with the smartest minds in Emergency Medicine.
Latest episodes

5 snips
May 1, 2023 • 1h 5min
May 2023
This podcast episode covers topics such as the best shoulder relocation technique, using TXA in haemoptysis, tips for online teaching from Tessa Davis, and the meaning behind the RCEM Coat of Arms. The episode also discusses new online content for CPD.

Apr 21, 2023 • 28min
EMJ April 2023
This month Graham talks to our very own Rob Hirst about Establishing the research priorities of emergency medicine trainees, patients and carers across the UK and Ireland: the TERN Delphi study. Then Susie Roy discusses Cervical spine movements during laryngoscopy and orotracheal intubation: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Apr 3, 2023 • 1h 17min
April 2023
This month dives into the intriguing use of serum lactate for diagnosing seizure types, revealing its diagnostic power but acknowledging its limits. The discussion tackles the serious issue of non-fatal strangulation, emphasizing the need for sensitivity and thorough assessments in emergency settings. Team dynamics also take the spotlight, showcasing how familiarity within medical teams can significantly boost performance and communication. Plus, there’s a look at new articles to enhance ongoing professional development in emergency care.

Mar 29, 2023 • 44min
EMJ March 2023
This month Noel and Stephen discuss Diagnostic performance of S100B as a rule-out test for intracranial pathology in head-injured patients presenting to the emergency department who meet NICE Head Injury Guideline criteria for CT-head scan, and Graham discusses Paediatric acute non traumatic limp.

Mar 6, 2023 • 3min
New Online

Mar 6, 2023 • 16min
GreenED

Mar 6, 2023 • 53min
Guidelines for EM - Management and investigation of results from the ED

Mar 6, 2023 • 10min
New in EM - Liberal vs. restrictive fluids in sepsis

Mar 6, 2023 • 1h 21min
March 2023
This month for the March 2023 RCEMLearning podcast we’ve got a New in EM segments looking at restrictive vs. liberal fluid replacement therapy in sepsis. Becky and Chris look at guidelines for the management of investigations and results from the ED, I speak to Sandy Robertson of GreenED, and then we return to New Online with some new articles for your CPD. If you'd like to email us, please feel free to do so here. here. (01:48) New in EM - Restrictive vs. liberal fluid therapy in sepsis Early Restrictive or Liberal Fluid Management for Sepsis-Induced Hypotension - PETAL Network (2023) (10:20) Guidelines for EM - Management of investigations and results from the ED RCEM Guidance for Management of Investigation Results in the Emergency Department Diagnosis of cancer in the Emergency Department: A scoping review (01:03:12) Interview with Sandy Alexander of GreenED GreenED (RCEM) Centre for Sustainable Healthcare Join the mailing list How to provide environmentally sustainable emergency care (RCEM Event) (01:18:42) New Online – new articles on RCEMLearning for your CPD Painful to think about – assessment and management of pain in the ED – Liz Herrieven Human Factors - Lucine Nahabedian Supraventricular Tachycardias - Stephen Meek

12 snips
Feb 17, 2023 • 34min
EMJ February 2023
This month Lisa Ramage and Amy Hughes discuss the paper 'Thromboprophylaxis in ambulatory emergency department patients managed with lower limb immobilisation after injury: a national survey'. Then Suzy and Philippa discuss 'Pulmonary embolism management in the emergency department'.