Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
JANUARY 20, 2022
OMI Manifesto About Resources Teaching Images Lectures + Podcasts Rules + Equations OMI Literature Timeline OMI Facts and References The OMI Quizzes OMI Pocket Guide Cardiac CATH Guide QTc Calculator Lead Reversals-Artifact Neuroprotective CPR OMI AI: The Queen of Hearts Thursday, January 20, 2022 Written by Pendell Meyers Posted by Pendell at 4:28 PM Email This BlogThis!
The Skeptics' Guide to EM
JANUARY 29, 2022
Date: January 25th, 2022 Reference: Beyde et al. Efficacy of empiric antibiotic management of septic olecranon bursitis without bursal aspiration in emergency department patients. AEM January 2022 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Corey Heitz is an emergency physician in Roanoke, Virginia. He is also the CME editor for Academic Emergency Medicine. Case: You’re working in your busy freestanding emergency department […] The post SGEM#358: I Would Do Anything for Septic Olecranon Bursitis But I Won’t Tap That fir
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
EMergucate
JANUARY 29, 2022
The following chest x-ray is from an 88 year old who has presented with acute onset left sided chest pain followed by diaphoresis and dyspnoea. Patient is afebrile.
Critical Care Scenarios
JANUARY 23, 2022
An overview of the role and contributions of a clinical pharmacist in the ICU, with Laura Means Ebbitt of the University of Kentucky, a clinical pharmacist specializing in colorectal/ENT surgery and critical care. Takeaway lessons A clinical pharmacist is a “knowledge pharmacist,” dispensing advice rather than medications. They round with the team to review meds … Continue reading "Episode 42: Clinical pharmacists with Laura Means Ebbitt" An overview of the role and contributions of a clinical p
High Performance EMS
JANUARY 20, 2022
I have often heard comparisons on the automation of System Status Management to the 2002 Spielberg movie starring Tom Cruise called “ Minority Report ” loosely based on the 1956 short story by Philip K. Dick. This science fiction action thriller is set in the year 2054 when police utilize a psychic technology to arrest and convict murderers before they commit their crime.
Emergency Medicine Cases
JANUARY 18, 2022
A few select videos from EM Cases Summit 2021 have been made FOAMed and available here and on our youtube channel. The latest release is with Dr. Rob Simard who explains the failings of the ACLS protocol for PEA arrest, how PoCUS pulse checks can help us differentiate true PEA from pseudoPEA, and how to integrate this information and our PoCUS skills into the flow of our cardiac arrest management.
Silk City Blog
JANUARY 20, 2022
Background: Severely ill patients diagnosed with COVID-19 have an increased risk of cardiovascular complications, especially thromboembolic events (Bikdeli 2020). The overall incidence of developing venous thromboembolism (VTE) is approximately 17% in patients diagnosed with COVID-19, with a significantly higher rate in the ICU setting (Jiménez 2021).
Paramedicine Now brings together the best content for paramedicine professionals from the widest variety of thought leaders.
EMergucate
JANUARY 29, 2022
Original paper here What is this study about Authors hypothesized that given intramuscularly, Ketamine would work quicker (and safer) when … Continue reading →
Critical Care Scenarios
JANUARY 27, 2022
The first episode of Brandon’s intermittent solo rants, in this case discussing toughness, stress tolerance, and flexibility in clinical medicine. The first episode of Brandon’s intermittent solo rants, in this case discussing toughness , stress tolerance, and flexibility in clinical medicine.
Paramedic Training Spot
JANUARY 20, 2022
The United States Air Force exists to fly, fight and win – providing airpower anytime, anywhere. In order for the Air Force to provide air superiority in all of its operational theaters, all members of the service must be healthy enough to carry out their duties and proficient in those responsibilities. The 350,000 airmen of the U.S. Air Force are cared for by the specially trained healthcare providers of the U.S.
Emergency Medicine Cases
JANUARY 18, 2022
In this months EM Quick Hits podcast: Ken Milne expertly walks us through the 10 biggest EM papers of 2021, Brit Long on a careful structured approach to Febrile Neutropenia to improve outcomes, Catherine Varner on how not to miss Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Joe Nemeth on Anaphylaxis update and Anand Swaminathan gives us his approach to the Crashing Asthmatic.
Silk City Blog
JANUARY 17, 2022
This post first appeared on REBEL EM Blog. Background: Unintentional injuries remain the leading cause of mortality in children. While traumatic brain injuries and thoracic traumas are the top two causes of mortality and morbidity, abdominal traumas are the third most common cause. Additionally, children are at higher risk for clinically significant intra-abdominal (IAI) injuries as a result of their anatomy in comparison to adults.
The Skeptics' Guide to EM
JANUARY 1, 2022
Date: December 21st, 2021 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Howard “Howie” Mell began his career as a firefighter / paramedic in Chicago. He became double board certified in Emergency Medicine (EM) and Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Howie also has a Master of Public Health. Reference: Grotta JC et al. Prospective, multicenter, controlled trial of mobile stroke units.
EMergucate
JANUARY 22, 2022
The chest x-ray shows presence of pneumomediastinum.
Critical Care Scenarios
JANUARY 9, 2022
Bryan and Brandon look back on the two-year anniversary of the show and reflect on where it’s been, where it’s going, lessons learned, and other deep thoughts. Bryan and Brandon look back on the two-year anniversary of the show and reflect on where it’s been, where it’s going, lessons learned, and other deep thoughts.
On Time Medical Transportation
JANUARY 17, 2022
We caught up with Kaitlyn to ask about what made her want to join EMS, tips on getting promoted from within, and her career goals. Here’s what we learned.
Emergency Medicine Cases
JANUARY 4, 2022
What is the preferred order of vasopressors and ionotropes in the management of cardiogenic shock? In which patients would dobutamine be preferred over milrinone and vice versa? How can we best pick up occult cardiogenic shock before it floured shock kicks in? What are the best strategies to efficiently get the patient in cardiogenic shock to definitive care, whether that be the cath lab or the operating room?
The Overrun Podcast
JANUARY 16, 2022
If you were at the National Association of EMS Physicians Conference this past week, you would have been able to see Dr. Michael Lauria speak. Mike is a USAF veteran, Pararescueman, flight paramedic, and currently an emergency medicine physician in the US. He has appeared on the EMCrit podcast and numerous others to talk about stress and managing it in the field of medicine.
The Skeptics' Guide to EM
JANUARY 15, 2022
Date: January 16th, 2022 Reference: Matchett, G. et al. Etomidate versus ketamine for emergency endotracheal intubation: a randomized clinical trial. Intensive Care Med 2021 Guest Skeptic: Missy Carter, former City of Bremerton Firefighter/Paramedic, currently a professor of Emergency Medical Services at Tacoma Community College’s paramedic program.
EMergucate
JANUARY 22, 2022
Chilaiditi’s Syndrome. The chest x-ray reveals bowel loop interposed between liver and right hemi diaphragm.
Prehospital Emergency Care Podcast
JANUARY 6, 2022
The PEC Airway Compendium Special Podcast! In Episode 106 we discuss the Procedural Aspects in Airway Management position statements. These position statements and resource documents covered in this episode include procedures like supraglottic airways, non-invasive positive pressure ventilation, drug-assisted airway management (DAAM), surgical airway, and mechanical ventilation.
Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
JANUARY 3, 2022
This fantastic case and post was written by Jesse McLaren (@ECGcases), edited by Smith Case You’re shown an ECG from a patient in the waiting room with chest pain. What do you think? Sinus bradycardia, normal conduction, normal axis, normal R wave progression, no hypertrophy. There’s primary ST depression in the precordial leads maximal in V3-4, and an inverted T wave in V2.
The EMS Educator
JANUARY 28, 2022
Prodigy EMS is proud to welcome our new medical director, Maia Dorsett, MD, PhD. Maia chats with Rob and Hilary about her educational philosophies, especially around cultivating lifelong learning, creating psychological safety in the classroom, just culture and systems thinking. Check out the PEC position paper Maia co-authored on going beyond skills training in EMS, and follow her on Twitter @maiadorsett.
EMS 20/20
JANUARY 26, 2022
A drunk patient decides that a new Paramedic and their partner need a one stop shop for possible problems, and they absolutely deliver. But do Chris and Spencer deliver on the education? Listen and find out! A drunk patient decides that a new Paramedic and their partner need a one stop shop for possible problems, and they absolutely deliver. But do Chris and Spencer deliver on the education?
TIMER
JANUARY 20, 2022
There are certain jobs or roles that are not for everyone. Emergency medical technician (EMT), for instance, is a good career option for those who have a desire to help others in times of emergencies. This job calls for patience, dedication, and commitment. Since you will be playing a critical role in saving a person’s life, you should carefully consider whether EMT is a suitable career option for you or not.
EMergucate
JANUARY 17, 2022
The following erect chest x-ray is from a 75 year old with epigastric pain and tenderness. What can be seen?
Prehospital Emergency Care Podcast
JANUARY 6, 2022
The PEC Airway Compendium Special Podcast! In Episode 107 we discuss Oversight of Airway Management position statements. These position statements and resource documents covered in this episode include quality management, novel technologies, and education and training in airway management. We discuss these position statements with our friends, editors, and authors: Remle Crowe PhD @rpcrowe Catherine Counts PhD @catherinecounts Veer Vithalani MD @veervithalanimd Click here to download today!
EMT City
JANUARY 18, 2022
[link] Easy, free, and 100% legitimate. Be safe out there and stay healthy.
Emergency Medicine Ireland
JANUARY 10, 2022
Welcome back to the tasty morsels of critical care podcast. Today we look at everyone’s favorite mould – aspergillus. We see a number of fungal infections in the ICU, most commonly it’ll be the yeasts – forms of candida. Yeasts. Read More » Welcome back to the tasty morsels of critical care podcast. Today we look at everyone’s favorite mould – aspergillus.
EMS 20/20
JANUARY 19, 2022
Chris (finally) brings a call that involved an upside down truck, a frozen patient, and a frozen crew. at least when it comes to deciding on exactly what to do! Do they ever figure it out? Listen and find out! Chris (finally) brings a call that involved an upside down truck, a frozen patient, and a frozen crew. at least when it comes to deciding on exactly what to do!
TIMER
JANUARY 17, 2022
What if you are away from the city, on the outskirts, and a medical emergency strikes? In such cases, when you cannot find a hospital in the vicinity, handling the situation by yourself can be overwhelming. In such cases, having fundamental know-how of basic support skills can help you tackle the situation. Since an emergency is always uncalled for, and it can strike anywhere, acting appropriately at the moment can save a person’s life.
EMergucate
JANUARY 10, 2022
The left wrist x-ray shows an intra-articular two part fracture of the base of the 5th metacarpal & scaphoid waist … Continue reading →
Prehospital Emergency Care Podcast
JANUARY 6, 2022
The PEC Airway Compendium Special Podcast! In Episode 108 we discuss the Clinical Aspects in Airway Management position statements. These position statements and resource documents covered in this episode include airway management of cardiac arrest patients, trauma patients, and peri-airway arrest patients. We discuss these position statements with our friends: Mike Levy MD @mklevy10 President of NAEMSP Henry Wang MD @henrywangmd Editor in Chief of the Airway Compendium Click here to downloa
EM Literature of Note
JANUARY 9, 2022
A few items to collate from the last several months’ efforts. The Annals of Emergency Medicine Podcast continues apace, with free monthly updates from the original research published in the journal: iTunes Link SoundCloud Link Likewise, the Annals of Emergency Medicine Journal Club has published several monthly installments: Predicting Outcomes in Pediatric Pneumonia: Are We Omnipotent or Incompetent?
The EMS Show
JANUARY 8, 2022
Mike Verkest and Dr. Ritu Sahni are reunited and it feels so good! We are back at it on The EMS Show!!
EMS 20/20
JANUARY 12, 2022
A crew of three Paramedics finds themselves in a situation that no responder ever wants to be in when a patient goes Super Saiyan. Medicate? Evacuate? Also, Chris questions the validity of checking for painful stimuli and challenges the internet. will he regret it? A crew of three Paramedics finds themselves in a situation that no responder ever wants to be in when a patient goes Super Saiyan.
TIMER
JANUARY 14, 2022
We all have a first aid kit at our homes. It’s more or less always a plastic box typically containing band-aids, crepe roll bandages, safety pins, tweezers, gauze dressings, pain medication, a disinfectant, and ointments. However, in this blog, we won’t be sharing how to arrange your first aid kit or what to have in there. First aid is something that goes way beyond the contents of your medical box.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
Let's personalize your content