Ultrasound GEL

Mike interviews his experienced general surgeon father about the utility of point-of-care ultrasound in general surgery, discussing its applications in abdominal pathologies, hernias, and critical care situations. They also explore adjuvants for surgery blocks and diverse ultrasound applications in enhancing local anesthesia effects, diagnosing conditions, and aiding in surgical procedures.

Ross Prager, an international friend to POCUS researchers, discusses the evolution of point-of-care ultrasound research, the significance of VEXUS in diagnosing organ dysfunction, challenges in implementing holistic POCUS in clinical settings, and the impact of CPR compression location on return of circulation. He also shares insights into innovative research projects and the anticipation of a significant trial's outcomes.

Part 2 of the discussion with Rachel Liu and Cian McDermott for Yale Emergency Medicine podcast day. Now the banter turns to a favorite topic: POCUS in cardiac arrest - is there a right or wrong way to do it? https://www.ultrasoundgel.org/160 Sponsor: Echonous

Rachel Liu and Cian McDermott discuss podcasting and POCUS in cardiac arrest at Yale EM Podcast Day. They cover topics like the inception of Ultrasound Gel Podcast, evolution of the podcast jingle, med free open access medical education, building a community through podcasting, and equipment preferences in the ultrasound community.

The GEL trio discuss the effectiveness of MAPSE in estimating left ventricular function, comparing it to other methods. They analyze studies on MAPSE in emergency departments, ultrasound scans for heart failure diagnosis, and combining cardiac ultrasound measurements. Concerns are raised about the clinical reliability of MAPSE through POCUS in emergency department patients.

Dr. Adaira Landry and Dr. Resa Lewiss, authors and ultrasound experts, discuss their book Microskills and share insights on writing, mentorship, and career development. They explore the value of time, addressing inequalities, personal growth, and creating a playbook of wisdom based on their experiences in emergency medicine and academia.

The GEL Jr. team is back and they have a bone to pick. What's the deal with using ultrasound for forearm fractures in kids? They examine a recent article on this topic from the New England Journal of Medicine. https://www.ultrasoundgel.org/156 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37256975/

In September 2023, the GEL crew traveled to Portland, Maine to do some on-the-street reporting at the annual conference for the Society of Clinical Ultrasound Fellowships (SCUF).  What evolved was a series of incredible mini-interviews focusing on the different paths to ultrasound and the exciting new frontiers of ultrasound technology. This is Part 2 of 2. https://www.ultrasoundgel.org/155https://www.awakeandawarebend.com/a/2147793147/QULTuhF9

In September 2023, the GEL crew traveled to Portland, Maine to do some on-the-street reporting at the annual conference for the Society of Clinical Ultrasound Fellowships (SCUF).  What evolved was a series of incredible mini-interviews focusing on the different paths to ultrasound and the exciting new frontiers of ultrasound technology. This is Part 1 of 2. https://www.ultrasoundgel.org/154 https://www.awakeandawarebend.com/a/2147793147/QULTuhF9

Have you been PENG attention? This block is everywhere! In this episode, we talk about the preliminary data for the PEricapsular Nerve Group (PENG) block used for analgesia of acute hip fractures in the emergency department. https://www.ultrasoundgel.org/153 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35652877/