Traumacast

Marissa Mery, an expert in trauma resuscitation, and Jeremy Cannon, a specialist in surgical trauma care, delve into the intricacies of intraoperative resuscitation for trauma patients. They discuss pivotal strategies like permissive hypotension and the effective use of blood products. The conversation highlights the significance of communication among surgical and anesthesia teams and explores the impact of advanced technologies in patient care. Additionally, they touch on the necessity for specialized training and the collaboration between military and civilian practices to enhance outcomes.

Join new moderator Dr. Mohammed Bawazeer and Dr. Lauren Dudas discuss the planning and implementation of a robotic ACS program with Drs. Bruce Crookes and Heather Evans.  They talk about the benefits for both patients and the institution and how it has transformed their practices.  The episodes finishes with a game of surgery truth or dare: Lap, Open or Robotic.

Paula Ferrada, a trauma care innovator, joins Sharven Taghavi, a physician focused on emergency intubation techniques, to challenge traditional practices. They delve into the ABC vs CAB approach for hemorrhagic shock, advocating for a circulation-first strategy. The discussion examines the nuances of airway management in trauma versus medical cases, emphasizing that intubation isn’t always necessary. With a focus on education and teamwork, they highlight the need for adaptive practices in trauma care to improve patient outcomes globally.

Join Dr. Tatiana Cardenas host Drs. Leah Tatebe and Rochelle Dicker to discuss trauma informed care.  Learn about what it is, how it affects patients, curriculum you can soon bring to your institution and why it is so important it will be part of ATLS 11!Supplemental Material:Dicker RA, Thomas A, Bulger EM, Stewart RM, Bonne S, Dechert TA, Smith R, Love-Craighead A, Dreier F, Kotagal M, Kozyckyj T, Michaels H; ISAVE Workgroup; Members of the ISAVE Workgroup. Strategies for Trauma Centers to Address the Root Causes of Violence: Recommendations from the Improving Social Determinants to Attenuate Violence (ISAVE) Workgroup of the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma. J Am Coll Surg. 2021 Sep;233(3):471-478.e1. doi: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2021.06.016. Epub 2021 Jul 30. PMID: 34339811. Sakran JV, Bornstein SS, Dicker R, Rivara FP, Campbell BT, Cunningham RM, Betz M, Hargarten S, Williams A, Horwitz JM, Nehra D, Burstin H, Sheehan K, Dreier FL, James T, Sathya C, Armstrong JH, Rowhani-Rahbar A, Charles S, Goldberg A, Lee LK, Stewart RM, Kerby JD, Turner PL, Bulger EM. Proceedings from the Second Medical Summit on Firearm Injury Prevention, 2022: Creating a Sustainable Healthcare Coalition to Advance a Multidisciplinary Public Health Approach. J Am Coll Surg. 2023 Jun 1;236(6):1242-1260. doi: 10.1097/XCS.0000000000000662. Epub 2023 Mar 6. PMID: 36877809.

Join Dr. Lauren Dudas with guest moderator Dr. Hillary Prince of the EAST Injury Control and Violence Prevention Committee discuss ICVP programs with national leaders.  Listen to Injury prevention coordinators Courtney Edwards, DNP, MPH and Mary R. Lauby as well as Jill Braselton, RN, BSN with ThinkFirst National Injury Prevention Foundation discuss their role in violence and injury prevention, creating community partnerships, advocacy and education.  We discuss the importance of a comprehensive prevention plan, trauma surgeon involvement and navigating all this with sparse financial resources.

Join Drs. Lauren Dudas, Jeremy Levin and Samantha Tarras interview speakers from the 36th EAST Annual Scientific Assembly including outgoing and incoming EAST Presidents Dr. Deborah Stein and Dr. Jason Smith, in addition to Drs. Avi Bhavaraju, Milad Behbahaninia, Maggie Bosley, Anthony Douglas, Irma Fleming, Gabrielle Hatton, Lea Hoefer, Sami Kishawi, Jeremy Levin, William “Aaron” Marshall, Ashley Meagher, Ronnie Mubang, Marshall Wallace and Cox-Templeton Winner Dr. Ashley Williams.Supplemental Material:EAST Awards and Scholarship OpportunitiesLaparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration information from Wake Forest Study

Join Drs. Jeremy Levin, Michal Radomski and Lauren Dudas discuss the results of the EAST MCT with PI Rachel Choron.  Hear about management options of duodenal injuries, why they can be so clinically challenging and a bit about spearheading an EAST multicenter trial.  Abstract was presented at the 36th EAST Annual Scientific Assembly.  Look for the publication soon! – “Outcomes Among Trauma Patients with Duodenal Leak Following Primary vs. Complex Repair of Duodenal Injuries: An EAST Multicenter Trial”Supplemental Material: Check out the abstract from the 36th EAST Annual Scientific AssemblyInterested in getting involved in an EAST MCT? - EAST Multicenter Trials - The Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma

In this engaging discussion, burn specialists Robel Beyene, Colonel Jennifer Gurney, and Tina Palmieri explore the innovative use of Fresh Frozen Plasma (FFP) in burn resuscitation. They delve into the historical evolution of plasma-based techniques and the critical importance of timely administration to reduce endothelial damage. The conversation highlights significant advancements and ongoing research that inform better patient care practices. Challenges in current resuscitation metrics and new strategies like enteral nutrition are also examined, shedding light on the future of burn treatment.

Join Dr. Lauren Dudas as she interviews some of 2022 EAST award & scholarship cipients: the John M Templeton, Jr., MD Injury Prevention Research Scholarship - Dr. Elinore Kaufman, the EAST MCT Junior Investigator Award – Dr. Asanthi Ratnasekera, the Trauma Research Scholarship – Dr. Stephanie Polites.  Hear their EAST stories, what they are using their award money to work on and insight into being surgical scientists. Supplemental Material: Scholarships & Awards - The Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma

Join Dr. Carrie Valdez as she discusses the EAST MCT on Outcomes after Emergency General Surgery and Trauma Care in Incarcerated Individuals with authors Drs. MK Bryant, Liz Dreesen, Sara Scarlet and Rebecca Maine.  Learn about outcomes, working with your IRB, and what you can do to increase ethical and compassionate care. Supplemental MaterialOutcomes after emergency general surgery and trauma care in incarcerated individuals: An EAST multicenter study. Bryant MK, Tatebe LC, Rajaram S, Udekwu PO, Wurzelmann M, Crandall ML, Zuniga YD, Tran V, Santos A, Krause C, et al. J Trauma Acute Care Surg. 2022 Jul 1;93(1):75-83.