ICS Cast

In this episode, Jonny sits down with Dr. Jenny Ferry, a leading figure in regional anaesthesia who shares her expertise in enhancing ICU pain management through a focused set of high-impact nerve blocks. This podcast was recorded following a hugely popular SOA25 live demo of ultrasound-guided nerve blocks specifically suited to intensive care which showcased practicaltechniques, including cervical plexus, serratus anterior, erector spinae, and rectus sheath blocks, used to manage high-morbidity conditions like rib fractures. Jenny discusses the key nerve blocks every ICU clinician should know, how she successfully trains residents with hands-on, confidence-building approaches and gives insight into cutting-edge simulation tools, including a new needle trainer developed with Surgical Science to advance skills andassessment.Tune in now for insights into critical care and regional anaesthesia! Declarations:Dr. Jonny Wilkinson, as a specialist in regional anesthesia is involved in the organisation of the RAUK Annual Scientific Meeting and has no affiliation with Surgical Science. Dr. Jenny Ferry, as a specialist in regional anesthesia is involved in the organisation of the RAUK Annual Scientific Meeting and was involved in the development of the needle trainer with Surgical Science.

In this podcast episode, our host Jonny Wilkinson interviews Professor Mervyn Singer on his 40-year career in intensive care. This entertaining and engaging exchange covers the evolution of ICU practices, challenges in modernmedical trials, changes in medical education and training, experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, and technological advances in healthcare. Prof Singer shares insights about negative trials in ICU research, the importance of individualised patient care, and the evolution of ventilator technology from basic mechanical systems to modern equipment. With wit, wisdom, and a few surprising anecdotes, he reflects on a remarkable career and what comes next after stepping away from the bedside but not from the frontline of innovation.

In this reflective and insightful first episode, our host Jonny Wilkinson sits down with Imam Yunus Dudhwala, Head of Chaplaincy at Barts Health NHS Trust, to explore the complex intersection of religion, ethics, and end-of-life care in the intensive care unit. Recorded following the Intensive Care Society's symposium, “Legal and Ethical Issues: What Has Faith Got to Do With It? How religion and spirituality affect end-of-life care in ICU”, the conversation considers how spiritual beliefs influence clinical decisions, patient autonomy, and definitions of quality of life, particularly when life-sustaining treatment may be limited or withdrawn.Drawing from his extensive experience supporting patients, families, and clinicians in the ICU setting, Imam Yunus offers insights into how Islamic perspectives and broader religious values shape ethical considerations, the care of the dying, and culturally sensitive communication.The symposium was hosted by the Intensive Care Society’s Legal and Ethical Group ‘LEAG’. Thanks to GE HealthCare who sponsored the recording booth where this podcast was recorded. 

Members of our Pharmacy Professional Advisory Group got together to chat about their experience of working in ICU, the future of their profession, and how AI could prove to be a helpful tool for ICU pharmacists.

The Critical Care Commute Podcast team chat to Dan Martin on being editor of JICS, oxygen therapy and pulse oximetry at State of the Art 2023.

The Critical Care Commute Podcast team chat to Dale Gardiner at State of the Art 2023 about his Breaking Bad News session.

The Critical Care Commute Podcast team chat to Jonny Wilkinson and Marcus Peck at State of the Art 2023 about FUSIC.

The Critical Care Commute Podcast team chat to Anne Bachelor at State of the Art 2023 about Getting it Right the First Time.

The Critical Care Commute Podcast team chat to Laura Vincent at State of the Art 2023 about what a good day on the ICU looks like for her.

The Critical Care Commute Podcast team chat to Nandan Gautam at State of the Art 2023 about his COVID experience in Birmingham and the post COVID syndrome.