emDOCs.net Emergency Medicine (EM) Podcast

Explore the management strategies for acute exacerbations of interstitial lung disease. Discover the importance of early involvement from pulmonology and critical care. Learn about the nuanced use of steroids and adjunct immunosuppressants. The podcast highlights antibiotic recommendations and fluid management strategies for optimal care. Understand the benefits of high-flow nasal cannula and non-invasive ventilation. Gain insights on intubation considerations and advanced rescue options like ECMO and lung transplant. Key takeaways ensure effective evaluation and management.

Welcome to the emDOCs.net podcast! Join us as we review our high-yield posts from our website emDOCs.net.Today on the emDOCs cast with Brit Long (@long_brit), we cover interstitial lung disease and exacerbations. In Part 1, we discuss some background, presentation, and the ED evaluation. Part 2 will cover management. To continue to make this a worthwhile podcast for you to listen to, we appreciate any feedback and comments you may have for us. Please let us know!Subscribe to the podcast on one of the many platforms below:Apple iTunesSpotifyGoogle Play 

Welcome to the emDOCs.net podcast! Join us as we review our high-yield posts from our website emDOCs.net. Today on the emDOCs cast with Brit Long (@long_brit), we have Part 2 on EBM updates for intubation. We'll cover induction medications, paralytics, VL vs. DL, using the bougie, confirming ETT placement, and post intubation sedation.  Please see Part 1 for background, predicting difficult BVM/intubation/cricothryotomy, physiologic factors associated with peri-intubation decompensation, preoxygenation, and apneic oxygenation. To continue to make this a worthwhile podcast for you to listen to, we appreciate any feedback and comments you may have for us. Please let us know!Subscribe to the podcast on one of the many platforms below:Apple iTunesSpotifyGoogle Play 

Welcome to the emDOCs.net podcast! Join us as we review our high-yield posts from our website emDOCs.net.Today on the emDOCs cast with Brit Long (@long_brit), we start a series on EBM updates for intubation. We cover some background, predicting difficult BVM/intubation/cricothryotomy, physiologic factors associated with peri-intubation decompensation, preoxygenation, and apneic oxygenation. To continue to make this a worthwhile podcast for you to listen to, we appreciate any feedback and comments you may have for us. Please let us know!Subscribe to the podcast on one of the many platforms below:Apple iTunesSpotifyGoogle Play 

Welcome to the emDOCs.net podcast! Join us as we review our high-yield posts from our website emDOCs.net. Today on the emDOCs cast with Brit Long, MD (@long_brit), we're back with Part 2 on upper GI bleeding.  Today we cover endoscopy, other interventions for bleeding cessation, intubation, and risk scores.  Please see Part 1 for some background, NG tube lavage, blood product transfusion, proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), prokinetic agents, somatostatin analogues, and antibiotics. To continue to make this a worthwhile podcast for you to listen to, we appreciate any feedback and comments you may have for us. Please let us know!Subscribe to the podcast on one of the many platforms below:Apple iTunesSpotifyGoogle Play 

Welcome to the emDOCs.net podcast! Join us as we review our high-yield posts from our website emDOCs.net.Today on the emDOCs cast with Brit Long, MD (@long_brit), we cover part 1 on upper GI bleeding, specifically some background, NG tube lavage, blood product transfusion, proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), prokinetic agents, somatostatin analogues, and antibiotics. To continue to make this a worthwhile podcast for you to listen to, we appreciate any feedback and comments you may have for us. Please let us know!Subscribe to the podcast on one of the many platforms below:Apple iTunesSpotifyGoogle Play

The emDOCs.net team is very happy to collaborate with PECARN STELAR (Seattle, Dallas/Texas, and Los Angeles) Node and the Emergency Medical Services for Children Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC) in presenting high-yield pediatric topics that highlight evidence based medicine with solid research. Dr. Chris Buresh from Seattle Children's Hospital joins us to discuss addressing Substance Use Disorder in children and adolescents and he impactful role of the Emergency Department.To continue to make this a worthwhile podcast for you to listen to, we appreciate any feedback and comments you may have for us. Please let us know!Subscribe to the podcast on one of the many platforms below:Apple iTunesSpotifyGoogle Play

Welcome to the emDOCs.net podcast! Join us as we review our high-yield posts from our website emDOCs.net.Today on the emDOCs cast with Brit Long (@long_brit), we cover a difficult diagnosis: non-convulsive status epilepticus. To continue to make this a worthwhile podcast for you to listen to, we appreciate any feedback and comments you may have for us. Please let us know!Subscribe to the podcast on one of the many platforms below:Apple iTunesSpotifyGoogle Play 

Dive into the complexities of sympathetic crashing acute pulmonary edema, known as SCAPE. Discover key characteristics and causes that lead to this critical condition. Learn about effective diagnostic techniques and treatment options. The importance of rapid response and non-invasive ventilation is emphasized, along with the cautious use of medications like nitroglycerin. This engaging discussion provides essential insights for managing respiratory distress in emergency situations.

Zachary Aust, an expert in human factors and performance under pressure, dives into the art of thriving in high-stress situations. He challenges the myth of 'clutch performers' by discussing how stress impacts cognitive functions and teamwork. Aust emphasizes the importance of mental and physical preparation, urging listeners to see challenges as opportunities. He shares innovative training methods, including 3D simulations and deliberate practice, to ensure professionals can effectively manage crises and maintain composure when the pressure is on.