

Critical Care Scenarios
Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM
An educational podcast presenting practical critical care scenarios. By Brandon Oto, PA-C and Bryan Boling, ACNP. New episodes weekly.
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Jul 23, 2025 • 0sec
Academy bites: Specialization is breadth, not depth
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Jul 9, 2025 • 0sec
Lightning rounds 55: APP fellowships with Melissa Bridges
Melissa Bridges, director of PA fellowships at Atrium Health and president of the Association of Post-graduate PA Programs (APPAP), chats with us (Bryan is president of APGAP, the Association of Post Graduate APRN programs) about PA/NP residencies/fellowships in critical care. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy!

Jun 25, 2025 • 0sec
Lightning rounds 54: Medical musicians with Andrew Schulman
Andrew Schulman, medical musician, former ICU patient, and president of the Medical Musician Initiative, tells us how music can help the critically ill. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy!

Jun 11, 2025 • 0sec
Lightning rounds 53: GI Q&A with Elliot Tapper
From constipation to hepatorenal syndrome. Fan favorite Elliot Tapper (@ebtapper, @ebtapper), gastroenterologist, transplant hepatologist, academic chief of hepatology, and director of the cirrhosis program at the University of Michigan, returns to answer a grab-bag of GI questions. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Takeaway lessons

Jun 1, 2025 • 0sec
Special announcement: Academy CME accreditation
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May 28, 2025 • 60min
Lightning rounds 52: Echo tips with Michael Lanspa
In this discussion, Dr. Michael Lanspa, an intensivist and director of the Intermountain Critical Care Echocardiography Core Lab, dives into the world of point-of-care ultrasound. He highlights common pitfalls faced by practitioners and shares strategies to enhance ultrasound skills in critical care. Key topics include evaluating cardiac function with echocardiographic techniques and understanding the complexities of Doppler measurements. Dr. Lanspa also elaborates on the clinical relevance of measurements like S prime and TAPSE, emphasizing practical approaches to improving patient outcomes.

May 14, 2025 • 60min
Episode 89: Thrombectomy for stroke, with Justin Fraser
Justin Fraser, a leading expert in cerebrovascular and neuro-interventional surgery, delves into the revolutionary thrombectomy procedure for treating acute ischemic strokes. He shares insights on advancements in technology and patient transfer protocols that optimize outcomes. The discussion also highlights innovative treatments like tenecteplase, the evolution of multidisciplinary collaboration in neurointerventional surgery, and the ethical challenges faced in acute care. Fraser's expertise showcases how evolving practices are reshaping patient care in this critical field.

Apr 30, 2025 • 52min
Episode 87: Maternal-fetal monitoring with Stephanie Martin
In this engaging discussion, Stephanie Martin, an MFM obstetrician and co-owner of Clinical Concepts and Obstetrics, dives into the complexities of maternal-fetal monitoring in critically ill pregnant patients. She highlights the unique challenges faced in ICU settings, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and the delicate balance of maternal and fetal health. Listeners learn key techniques for assessing fetal well-being, the significance of clear communication, and the intricacies of managing high-risk pregnancies, all delivered with insightful anecdotes and expert advice.

Apr 23, 2025 • 9min
Academy bites: The power of disagreeing
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Episode 86: EEGs in the ICU with Carolina Maciel
Carolina Maciel, MD, MSCR, FAAN, is a triple board-certified expert in neurology and neurocritical care. She dives into the nuances of EEGs in the ICU, explaining when and how to interpret these essential brain monitoring tools. The conversation highlights the importance of prolonged EEG monitoring for accurate insights, particularly in complex cases. Carolina emphasizes the need for collaboration between clinicians and EEG specialists to enhance patient outcomes while navigating the challenges of analyzing EEG data in critically ill patients.