PEM Currents: The Pediatric Emergency Medicine Podcast

You will see a child with a nosebleed in the ED. It is a mathematical certainty. Chances are it has already stopped. Even if it hasn’t you can stop it – and figure out why it happened – and provide reassurance and education to the patient and family. Yes, all of those things for one […]

Any list of “Top 10 Emergency Department diagnoses in children you can’t miss” should include intussusception. This episode reviews the diagnosis and management in practical manner that should help you on your next shift. It also features the talents of Kriti Gupta, MD, a Pediatric Emergency Medicine fellow from NewYork Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital who […]

This episode of PEM Currents: The Pediatric Emergency Medicine Podcast is a brief review of the management of urinary retention in children. The most common causes are UTI and constipation – but you must be aware of neurological problems and assure that you history is thorough and your physical exam complete. PEMBlog.com Follow @PEMTweets on […]

Your time is valuable and so is mine. That’s why I’m sharing brief, focused podcast episodes that will hone in on a single problem. This time, it’s deep venous thromboses (DVT). Learn how to suspect them in the first place and make the diagnosis. PEMBlog.com Follow @PEMTweets on Twitter Check out the Facebook page I am […]

Discover the vital role of stress-dose steroids in managing pediatric emergencies, especially for children with a history of chronic steroid use. Explore the risks of adrenal insufficiency and why timely administration is crucial for patients facing sepsis or acute conditions. Learn efficient methods for delivering these treatments to stabilize children experiencing hypotension and hypoglycemia. This concise discussion simplifies a complex topic, ensuring caregivers feel more equipped during critical moments.

Explore the crucial topic of ovarian torsion, a leading cause of lower abdominal pain in young females. Discover its typical presentations, often accompanied by vomiting, and the importance of accurate diagnosis. Ultrasound plays a key role in assessing this condition. The discussion clarifies misconceptions surrounding blood flow in the affected ovary, stressing the significance of timely treatment to prevent complications.

Your time is valuable and so is mine. That’s why I’m sharing brief, focused podcast episodes that will hone in on a single problem. This time, it’s cannabis hyperemesis syndrome (aka Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome). Learn about the presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of this surprisingly common malady. PEMBlog.com Follow @PEMTweets on Twitter Check out the Facebook […]

This episode was produced with Libby Ireson (@LibbyIreson on Twitter), Pediatric Resident at Cincinnati Children’s and is being released in conjunction with the 2021 Day of Action promoting firearm safety and speaking out against gun violence. The goals of this episode are to: Report statistics of pediatric firearm-related injuries/deaths in the United States  Review the American Academy of Pediatrics’ recommendations on firearm safety  […]

Concussions and closed head injuries are incredibly common in the Pediatric Emergency Department and in general Emergency Department, especially as we head into fall contact sports season. In this episode, featuring Brielle Stanton, MD, a Pediatric Emergency Medicine fellow from The UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, you will earn how to differentiate clinically important traumatic brain […]

What’s the best maneuver for reducing a dislocated shoulder? My guess is as good as yours. There are multiple maneuvers that work – and work well for anterior (AKA anterior-inferior) dislocations. This episode reviews how to manage shoulder dislocations in the Pediatric population. PEMBlog.com Follow me on Twitter @PEMTweets Check out the Facebook page References […]