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.

Join Drs. Shyam Murali and Lauren Dudas with guest host Dr. Megan Quintana discuss pelvic hemorrhage control with experts Drs. Tatiana Cardenas and Joe DuBose.  Hear about the different options for hemorrhage control in patients with pelvic fractures so you can maximize patient management at your institution.  They also discuss pitfalls, complications and special populations. Supplemental Material:DuBose JJ, Burlew CC, Joseph B, Keville M, Harfouche M, Morrison J, Fox CJ, Mooney J, O'Toole R, Slobogean G, Marchand LS, Demetriades D, Werner NL, Benjamin E, Costantini T. Pelvic fracture-related hypotension: A review of contemporary adjuncts for hemorrhage control.Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery: October 2021 - Volume 91 - Issue 4 - p e93-e103doi: 10.1097/TA.0000000000003331. PMID: 34238857.

Join Drs. Brandon Parker, Megan Quintana and Lauren Dudas chat with Jonny Morrison and Jim Manning about SAAP: selective aortic arch perfusion.  What is it, how is it superior to existing resuscitation methods, who would benefit, how close is it to utilization and more!

Join Dr. Nick Namias and Dr. Caroline Park as they discuss the ongoing IV Contrast Shortage with Dr. Lucy Ruangvoravat and Dr. Carrie Valdez.Supplemental Material:  Cavallo J, Pahade J. Practice Management Strategies for Imaging Facilities Facing an Acute Iodinated Contrast Media Shortage. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2022 May 13. doi: 10.2214/AJR.22.27969

Created in coordination with the EAST Rural Trauma Committee. Drs. Lauren Dudas and Michal Radomski discuss Emergency General Surgery (EGS) with rural providers Dr. Nicholas Bandy, Dr. Kristin Colling & Dr. Keelin Roche.  Listen to hear about rural practice models, procedures important to become comfortable with as rural providers, a bit about organizing an EGS service, and considerations for pursuing a career in rural surgery.

Dr. Jeremy Levin and Dr. Megan Quintana discuss Resuscitative Thoracotomy (RT) with Dr. Ronnie Mubang and Dr. Adam Nelson.  They dive into patient selection, application of ultrasound, different institutions’ criteria, the clamshell, and some less tangible benefits of RT besides survival.  Additionally, hear their opinion about select patient scenarios and special populations.  And ALWAYS wear your PPE!Supplemental material: Joseph B, Khan M, Jehan F, Latifi R, Rhee P. Improving survival after an emergency resuscitative thoracotomy: a 5-year review of the Trauma Quality Improvement Program.Trauma Surg Acute Care Open. 2018 Oct 9;3(1):e000201. doi: 10.1136/tsaco-2018-000201. PMID: 30402559; PMCID: PMC6203136.

Join hosts Drs. Tatiana Cardenas, Lauren Dudas, Megan Quintana, Samantha Tarras, and Carrie Valdez as they interview speakers from the 35th EAST Annual Scientific Assembly held in Austin, Texas. in Austin, Texas.  Guests: Drs. Laszlo Kiraly, Taylor Wallen, Amanda Hambrecht, Majid Chammas, Jessica Schucht, Abid Khan, Aaron Hudnall, Ander Dorken Gallastegi, Leah Tatebe, Gillian Hoshal, Maxwell Braverman, and EAST President Deborah Stein.

Join hosts Drs. Tatiana Cardenas, Lauren Dudas, Megan Quintana, Samantha Tarras, and Carrie Valdez as they interview speakers from the 35th EAST Annual Scientific Assembly held in Austin, Texas.  Guests: Drs. Jeffrey Claridge, Sharmila Dissanaike, Sneha Bhat, Mary Bryant, Kaushik Mukherjee, Chad Hall, Caroline Ricard, Megan Quintana, Michael Pasquale, James Bardes, Victoria Miles and Youssef Shaban.