PedsCrit
PedsCrit
Welcome to PedsCrit! We are a collaborative educational PICU podcast working with pediatric critical care educators around the world to create high-yield podcast episodes on core PICU topics. Find us at PedsCrit.com, or reach us via email at PedsCritPodcast@gmail.com. We hope you enjoy! No financial conflicts of interest. Each clinical episode is made in coordination with a pediatric intensivist or guest that is a clinical or scholarly leader on the topic being discussed. Podcasts do not receive formal peer review prior to publication but quality and accuracy is closely monitored by the producers throughout the creation process to ensure accuracy and clarity. If you have any comments, suggestions, or feedback-you can email us at pedscritpodcast@gmail.com. You can also find us on twitter visit @critpeds and @pedscrit on instagram. Want to support the show?Please rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! PedsCrit is a passion project and is not supported by advertisements. Donations are appreciated to support ongoing costs (podcast hosting, audio editing software, website support, etc.). Search @PedsCrit on Venmo, or you can also support us by becoming a patron on Patreon. 100% of funds go to supporting the show. Please remember that all content during this episode is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used as medical advice. The views expressed during this episode by hosts and our guests are their own and do not reflect the official position of their institutions.Thank you for listening to PedsCrit!-Alice Shanklin & Zac Hodges
Episodes
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May 6, 2024 • 28min
High Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation (HFOV) with Dr. Martin Kneyber--Part 2
Dr. Martin Kneyber discusses the physiologic rationale for HFOV, patient populations benefiting from it, evidence supporting its use, expert patient management, and future research. Topics include mean airway pressure, chest movement in HFOV, corner frequency's impact on ventilation, optimizing strategies for oxygenation, and CO2 monitoring in critically ill children.
Apr 29, 2024 • 35min
High Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation (HFOV) with Dr. Martin Kneyber--Part 1
Dr. Martin Kneyber, a pediatric critical care specialist, discusses high frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) in pediatric critical care. Topics include physiologic rationale, patient populations, key evidence, expert approach in managing HFOV, and future research directions. The podcast explores HFOV benefits, challenges, efficacy, and setting PEEP levels for optimal outcomes.
Apr 15, 2024 • 38min
Point of Care Ultrasound with Dr. Thomas Conlon and Dr. Sarah Ginsburg--Part 2
Dr. Thomas Conlon and Dr. Sarah Ginsburg discuss the importance of Point of Care Ultrasound in pediatric ICU, addressing challenges in program implementation and competency assessments. They emphasize collaboration with specialists for quality assurance and continuous training to enhance ultrasound practice.
Apr 8, 2024 • 43min
Point of Care Ultrasound with Dr. Thomas Conlon and Dr. Sarah Ginsburg--Part 1
Dr. Thomas Conlon and Dr. Sarah Ginsburg discuss the importance of Point of Care Ultrasound in pediatric critical care. They explore its impact on diagnosing shock, challenges in treatment, and enhancing patient outcomes. The podcast highlights the benefits of real-time ultrasound for immediate hemodynamic assessment and improved communication among healthcare providers.
Mar 25, 2024 • 27min
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia with Dr. Yigit Guner & Dr. Amir Ashrafi Part 3
Dr. Yigit Guner and Dr. Amir Ashrafi discuss congenital diaphragmatic hernia surgery, use of corticosteroids, optimal timing for surgical repair, specialized care impact, and AI in CDH management. They also share personal insights, talk about upcoming pediatric congress, express gratitude to guests, and chat about pizza secrets.
Mar 18, 2024 • 33min
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia with Dr. Yigit Guner & Dr. Amir Ashrafi -- Part 2 of 3
Exploring delivery room procedures, ECMO transition decisions for neonates with congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Optimizing care in the NICU with blood gas analysis, ventilation strategies, and hemodynamic resuscitation. Managing pulmonary vascular resistance with pulmonary vasodilators. Navigating ECMO cannulation decision and surgical repair. Team approach and ECMO considerations for CDH patients.
Mar 11, 2024 • 24min
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia with Dr. Yigit Guner & Dr. Amir Ashrafi -- Part 1 of 3
Experts discuss the anatomy, physiology, and prenatal risk assessment of congenital diaphragmatic hernia. They delve into managing CDH, liver position implications, fetal echocardiograms, and a fetal procedure for lung growth, highlighting the complexities and challenges in treatment.
Feb 26, 2024 • 21min
Phoenix Sepsis Criteria with Dr. Nelson Sanchez-Pinto Part 2
Exploration of the Phoenix sepsis criteria focusing on pulmonary criteria and concerns about practice variations. Discussing Menotario pressures and lactate levels in cardiovascular dysfunction assessment. Highlighting the need for standardized sepsis criteria for localized screening based on risk factors. Implementing Phoenix criteria for sepsis screening tools and real-time surveillance of sepsis using data-driven decisions.
Feb 19, 2024 • 35min
Phoenix Sepsis Criteria with Dr. Nelson Sanchez-Pinto Part 1
Dr. Nelson Sanchez-Pinto, an expert in pediatric sepsis criteria and diagnosis, discusses the limitations of prior pediatric sepsis definitions and the rationale for creating the Phoenix Sepsis Criteria. The podcast explores the methodology of deriving the criteria, analyzing diverse patient outcomes, developing a composite model for mortality risk estimation in infected patients, and introducing the Phoenix eight organ system score for research and management purposes.
Feb 12, 2024 • 47min
Navigating the End of Life and Taking Next Steps with Dr. Ethan Sanford
Dr. Ethan Sanford, Assistant Professor of Anesthesia and Pediatrics at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas, discusses navigating the end of life and shares his personal experience of losing his own child. He talks about grief, finding meaning, returning to work, and explores activities for grief and personal growth.
