
The Emergency Mind Podcast
Lessons from emergency medicine and beyond about performing when it matters the most and applying knowledge under pressure.
Latest episodes

Mar 24, 2022 • 46min
EP 57: Lauren Eckstrom on Making Space for Recovery
Yoga and mindfulness expert Lauren Eckstrom on making space for recovery and growth, in and out of crisis.

Mar 10, 2022 • 37min
EP 56: Jonathan Rogg MD MBA on Leadership from the Emergency Room to the Boardroom
Dr. Jonathan Rogg on leading teams under pressure, building culture from the ground up, and much more.

Feb 24, 2022 • 48min
EP 55: Dr. Melissa Joseph on Simulation, Stress, and HRV
Emergency Physician Dr. Melissa Joseph on the power of simulation, the science of stress and HRV, and much, much more.

Feb 10, 2022 • 41min
EP 54: Dr. Peggy Tseng on Playing to Your Strengths
Dr. Peggy Tseng, an ER doctor, discusses the importance of leveraging strengths and building support systems. They explore the significance of preparation and rituals in the work cycle, the need for a safe space to decompress after work, and the challenge of teaching the transition from work to home. They also reflect on the changing dynamics of coming home after work and emphasize the importance of transitioning and decompressing in high-intensity healthcare settings. Lastly, they discuss the importance of maximizing time and learning as they go.

Jan 27, 2022 • 56min
EP 53: Eric Brenneman + Yoga For First Responders
Eric Brenneman from Yoga For First Responders on prehab, resilience, autonomic fitness, and more.

Dec 14, 2021 • 56min
EP 52: Rich Diviney on Attributes: The Drivers of Optimal Human Performance
Author + Navy SEAL (retd.) Rich Diviney on The Attributes: Hidden Drivers of Optimal Human Performance under pressure.

Nov 19, 2021 • 48min
EP 51: Dr. Vinny Arora on Sleep, Performance, & Fitness for Duty
Dr. Vinny Arora, Dean of Medical Education at UChicago Pritzker & emergency doctor, on sleep, performance, and being fit for duty.

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Nov 1, 2021 • 1h 17min
EP 50: Arena Labs on High Performance Healthcare
In this discussion, Brian Ferguson, a former Navy SEAL and the Founder of Arena Labs, teams up with Juergen Heitman, also a former Navy SEAL and Director of Performance at Arena Labs. They delve into the fusion of elite high-performance techniques and healthcare. Topics include the need for continuous learning to enhance clinician well-being, the innovative ArenaStrive platform that merges tech and training to boost performance, and redefining success in emergency medicine by emphasizing longevity and effective leadership.

Oct 19, 2021 • 49min
EP 49: Kristin Allen on Active and Passive Systems for Performance
World champion acrobatic gymnast Kristin Allen on active and passive protocols for handling pressure and uncertainty and much more.

Oct 1, 2021 • 45min
EP 48B: Sharee Johnson on Emotion and Mastery
Part 2 w/ Sharee Johnson, psychologist and coach to doctors, on processing emotion, mastering yourself, and learning to be coached.