The Critical Care Commute Podcast

Drs. Jarrod Mosier, Calvin Brown, and Matteo Parotto, distinguished leaders from the Difficult Airway Course, share insights on assessing difficulty of the airway, optimal dosage for rachirondium, paralyzing patients during intubation, approach to intubating acidotic patients, and the importance of critical thinking in difficult airway situations.

Dr. Chris Nickson, expert in medical education and critical care, discusses the challenges of training intensivists for the future. Topics explored include changes in medical education, non-technical skills in critical care, learning hospitals vs teaching hospitals, and disruptive innovation in medical training.

Welcome to the Critical Care Commute Podcast! In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by Dr. Alika Lafontaine, a trailblazing physician, advocate, and leader in Canadian healthcare. Dr. Lafontaine is not only a prominent anesthesiologist and physician leader, but also an influential voice in championing Indigenous perspectives within the broader healthcare system. His journey is one of dedication and overcoming, both characteristics that shaped his career into one of sheer brilliance. Dr. Lafontaine has been at the forefront of initiatives aimed at bridging gaps in Indigenous health outcomes. He is currently the immediate past-President of the Canadian Medical Association. Join us in this enlightening conversation as we delve into what matters to Dr. Lafontaine. His insights are sure to inspire, educate, and challenge our understanding of what it means to provide truly inclusive and effective healthcare for all. So, without further ado, let's dive into this interview with Dr. Alika Lafontaine!

In the grand finale of our "State of the Art 2023" series, we delve into the field of Neuro Critical Care research. We had the privilege of sitting down with renowned Professor David Menon, a leading authority in Neuro Intensive Care. Don't miss this final episode in our series, where we journey into learning lessons from large collaborations. This episode is a must-listen.

Here it is! The penultimate episode in our "State of the Art" series. Join Peter and distinguished guests, Prof. Mervyn Singer and Dr. Martin Beed as they discuss the world of sepsis and the impact of COVID-19 on ICU trials.

Welcome to another episode in our "State of the Art" series. We are joined by Dr Ronan O'Leary, Consultant and Specialty Lead in Neurosciences and Trauma Critical Care at Cambridge University. Dr. O'Leary brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, making him the perfect guide for our journey through this fascinating and often life-changing field.

Welcome to the Critical Care Commute, the podcast where we explore the ever-evolving world of critical care medicine, one conversation at a time. In this episode, we're honored to have a distinguished guest who has dedicated her career to getting it right the first time in critical care. Joining us is Dr. Anna Batchelor, an expert in the field with a wealth of experience and insights to share. Join us for an enlightening conversation, as we explore the art and science of "Getting it Right the First Time" . Whether you're a healthcare professional, a student, or someone passionate about healthcare, this episode is bound to provide valuable insights. Thank you for tuning in to the Critical Care Commute. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review and sharing it with your colleagues and friends. Stay tuned for more thought-provoking discussions in the realm of critical care medicine. [Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.]

Join us as we dive deep into the world of ACLS guidelines and resuscitation science with Professor Jerry Nolan, an expert in the field. Discover the challenges of managing multiple roles and the bias towards high-income countries in ACLS guidelines. Explore ongoing studies on drugs for cardiac arrest and the future of medical journals. A must-listen for healthcare professionals and anyone interested in saving lives.

We are back with our "State of the Art" series! Join us as we talk to Dr. Nandy Gautam on the COVID experience in Birmingham, UK, and the Post-COVID syndrome. Dr. Gautam is a specialist physician and ICU consultant at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, UK. In this episode, he takes us through his COVID experience working in this very busy Centre during the pandemic, and highlights the Post COVID syndrome experienced in their follow up clinic. Further Reading: www.postcovidsyndromebsol.nhs.uk www.yourcovidrecovery.nhs.uk www.physiotherapyforbpd.org.uk Stockley, James & Alhuthail, Eyas & Coney, Andrew & Parekh, Dhruv & Geberhiwot, Tarekegn & Gautam, Nandan & Madathil, Sc & Cooper, Brendan. (2021). Lung function and breathing patterns in hospitalised COVID-19 survivors: a review of post-COVID-19 Clinics. Respiratory Research. 22. 10.1186/s12931-021-01834-5.

Join us as we take a brief break from our State of the Art series as we speak to Dr. Blair Bigham about death and the complexities that life sustaining therapies bring when there is dwindling hope. Blair is an award-winning journalist, scientist and physician who trained in emergency and critical care medicine at McMaster and Stanford Universities. He was a Global Journalism Fellow at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Associate Scientist at St Michael’s Hospital.  His work has appeared in newspapers, magazines, newscasts, podcasts and medical journals. He is co-host of the CMAJ Podcast. He witnesses the relationship between wealth and health on a daily basis, and reports on the undertold stories of patients, healthcare providers, and the systems that help or fail them. His first book, Death Interrupted: How modern medicine is complicating the way we die became a best-seller. https://youtu.be/CxdDaFoBYXA