Anna Kyle, an expert in treating eating disorders in the emergency department, discusses the critical need for improved medical training and comprehensive care for patients with anorexia nervosa. She highlights the assessment and management of eating disorders in the emergency department, emphasizing the importance of recognizing signs, conducting risk assessments, and involving families in the care process.

Dive into the dynamic world of emergency medicine with highlights from the recent RCEM conference. Explore innovative strategies for managing head injuries and tackling crowding in emergency departments. Discover how to excel as an Emergency Physician In Charge and the exciting role of AI, like ChatGPT, in medical education. Learn about the effectiveness of serratus anterior blocks for rib fractures and the concerning resurgence of measles. This engaging discussion blends clinical insights with practical advice to enhance your practice.

Expert Harshil Dhutia discusses sudden cardiac death in young people, covering causes, diagnosis challenges, genetic testing, decision-making for implantable devices, and specialized care for families.

Topics discussed include the efficacy of bougies for intubations, advancements in cardiac arrest management and trauma care, healthcare disparities based on race, intentional decision-making, and addressing EDI issues in emergency medicine.

The podcast discusses managing chronic liver disease complications, comparing mechanical CPR to human CPR, global health connections, and the impact of elderly patients staying in the ED overnight. They highlight proactive medical interventions, diversity in healthcare, and the implications of prolonged ED stays for patient outcomes.

Exploring top papers on haemorrhage and cardiac topics in trauma patients. Discussions on balloon occlusion of the aorta, early cryoprecipitate use, prehospital tranexamic acid, and artesunate treatment. Emphasis on evidence-based interventions and advancements in cardiac emergency care.

In this podcast, they discuss important topics such as optimal intubation practices in trauma cases, the impact of laryngoscope blade size on intubation success, using small adult ventilation bags in cardiac arrest cases, evaluating non-invasive airway management for comatose poisoned patients, and managing complex patient care in the emergency room.

Topics discussed in the podcast include making New Year resolutions habits, intubating poisoned patients with decreased consciousness, and improving working conditions in Emergency Departments. The hosts also talk about their recent conference experiences, balancing ICU resources, exploring the Finkerschstein-Schneurne-Fliel method in intubation strategies, and critical appraisal in medicine.

In the podcast, they cover topics such as prehospital blood transfusion decision making, E-scooter injury patterns, the potential for AI in medicine, and selective aortic arch perfusion. They also discuss the importance of human expertise in decision-making and communication, as well as innovative methods for enhancing cardiac arrest outcomes.

In this bumper double edition Simon and Iain chat through all the recent content on the St Emlyn's blog site, including a review of CRYOSTAT-2 and the DAShED study, a review of the new ILCOR guidelines, flow in the ED and why silence might just be the tonic we all need.   All of us at St Emlyn's wish you all, wherever you are on the world a peaceful, happy and restful Christmas.    Please do like and subscribe and get in touch if you'd like to contribute to our ongoing work.