The FlightBridgeED Podcast

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In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Zaffer Qasim to discuss the history, application, and data of REBOA (Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta) for a variety of reasons including aortic aneurysm, trauma, and so much more. You won't believe what these things can do, and you might be carrying them in the field sooner than you think!

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, the swirling mists of secrecy cover a young life with an esoteric mystery diagnosis. As we shine our flashlights into the vast, gloomy corners of discovery our sure-footed pathway leads to a maze of deception, misdirection, and confusion. A diagnosis is within reach, and a treatment just beyond our outstretched, wriggling fingers as we claw ever closer to the truth. Our adventure awaits as we wander in this nightmare series podcast we call the 28 Month-Old Collapse. Download, share, rate, and subscribe!

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast Eric chooses to move off the well-worn path for a moment, motivating us to breathe more passion into what inspires and ignites our mind. We live in an incredible era of information and discovery. Dare to dream!

A tedious and trembling silhouette ascends a precarious perch into a tower thrust high in the skies. A moment's mistake forces the twisted hand of fate as our patient succumbs to the fierce pull of gravity. Plunging to the cold ground, unable to move, and fearfully close to the end it's up to you to fight the hollow heart of death in this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast.

A follow-up to our previous push-dose pressor podcast. Even though there is substantial evidence for push-dose pressors in certain situations, the air medical industry as a whole has yet to embrace them. We need to be responsible in our care and with our knowledge and work hand-in-hand with our medical directors and with our patient care protocols. Having said this, it is also up to us to shape the care we give by influencing the folks who make decisions in our institutions. Join Eric as he discusses push-dose pressors and their future in our practice.

After laying the foundations in the previous podcast, we dive below the dura mater in part 2 of the TBI series and take a look at subarachnoid, intraventricular, and intracerebral (parenchymal) hemorrhages as well as specific treatments for each.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast Eric is joined by Kelly Miller, Regional Clinical Manager for Air Methods, Inc., to demystify the technical and physiologic application of the intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP). These devices have come a long way throughout their lives, and in the wake of their continued development lives have been saved and outcomes have been improved. We as providers must constantly refresh on the operation and application of the IABP since they are a low-volume niche of our transport population. Join us as we unpack the ballon pump, and get the industry professional tips and tricks you need to succeed.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric begins part 1 of a series of podcasts regarding traumatic brain injury, with an in-depth examination of anatomy and physiology, the Monro-Kellie Hypothesis, and signs and symptoms of some common neurological injuries. Don’t miss a single episode of this incredible series! Subscribe, or download right now!

We generally never mix these two very unique podcasts, but this podcast is quite possibly the most important podcast we have ever published. A pillar of our practice is under fire and we need everyone's help. Back in the 70's there were several laws written regarding the use and distribution of controlled substances. Unfortunately for us, back in the 70's EMS looked very different. In fact, it was so different that there were never any laws written specifically to direct the function of EMS within those laws. We have been operating for years under a sort of combined mishmash of laws. Recently, the DEA and other members of the US government have been investigating how we operate and you won't believe what they have determined. There is hope for our profession, but it starts with each of us doing our part. Listen to this podcast, contact your representative, and encourage them to rally to our side. Failure with this matter means rapid access to lifesaving medication will go away for our patients, and the pre-hospital industry will be turned upside down. Download this podcast, listen, distribute, share, and get the word out to your friends, family, co-workers, medical directors, and anyone who will listen. We have to band together for the sake of our patients and our profession.