ACEP Frontline - Emergency Medicine

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Marianne Gausche-Hill about the 2021 Pediatric Readiness Project. This project is a national quality improvement initiative to ensure that all EDs have the training and resources to provide effective pediatric care. Listen in to learn more about how you and your ED can participate!

In this week's episode, we talk to Drs. Emily Hayden and Stephen Dorner about their Remote Symptom Monitoring program. EDs aren't flexible, but technology can improve that. Listen in to hear about their experiences, lessons learned, and how you can implement in your shop!

In this week's episode, we talk to Drs. Tony Thrasher and Michael Repplinger about a new Emergency Medicine/Psychiatry Task Force designed to help physicians provide safe, efficient medical screenings of those in a mental health crisis.

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Emily MacNeill about providing care for transgender and non-CIS patients in the ED. She touches on the importance of creating a welcoming environmental and putting aside your own biases to ensure the best care possible.

This week's episode is an introduction to some of the great content offered at PEM21 this week. We talk with Dr. Jeff Avner about recognizing fever and illness in toddlers, specifically children under 60 days of age. It's a tough call, but Dr. Avner's experience might make your next case a little bit easier.

Data from the ACEP Workforce Taskforce confirms concerns of emergency physician oversupply in the not-to-distant future. We sit down with Dr. RJ Sontag to discuss how these findings land with EM residents and a discussion of some of the many solutions on the table moving forward.

This week we talk to Drs. Jon Hirshon and Dion Neame about vaccinating in the Emergency Department; changing the conversation, getting ED staff on board, generating a healthier community. Support for this episode provided through a grant from Sanofi Pasteur.

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Jamie Shoemaker about his experiences and knowledge of physician service payments including what has changed and how it affects you.

In this week's episode, we're joined by our new regular contributor, Dr. Casey Bryant to discuss the vaccine situation today. We're going to talk about what's available, what's to come, and how this all might look in the near future.

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Jim Williams about the considerations for back-to-school during COVID-19. He lets us know about the physical health implications, but also how it will affect student learning and mental health.

In our first in-person interview in over a year, we talk to Dr. Brian O'Neil of Wayne State University. His talk at EIM about updates on AHA guidelines was a great talk, so we wanted to get some more info.

This week's guest, James Geering, author, paramedic, firefighter and stuntman, is the next in our unofficial author series. His book "One More Light: Life, Death and Humanity Through the Eyes of a Firefighter" tells the unique stories of saving lives and the impact those experiences have on him both physically and mentally. He discusses the failures of our work-life balance and how that affects one's ability to be a great firefighter, paramedic, or even doctor. Finally, he asks us to question and push for change. The world can be better, but we have to be our best too.

In this week's episode, we talk to Drs. Melissa Fiorini and CJ Winckler about their experiences setting up and running a MAB clinic at their shop. We also discuss the outcomes and data collection efforts in the process. Join us to see if a MAB clinic is right for you and your group!

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Neuenschwander about the panel discussion on treating Hyperkalemia in the ED. Support for this episode provided through an unrestricted grant from AstraZeneca.

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Colin Kaide, MD, an Emergency Physician with Wexner Medical Center at The Ohio State University, and Eric W. Cucchi MS, PA-C, is the Director of Operations, eICU Support Center at UMass Memorial Medical Center. With stroke being one of the top 3 causes of death in the nation, timing is everything! Join the conversation to listen as they share insights into the rapid reversal of DOAC-associated bleeding and practical strategies for aligning clinical practice with local hospital bleeding management protocols. Support for this episode provided through a grant from Spire Learning.

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Michale Myers about his new book, "Becoming a Doctors' Doctor: A Memoir" The book drives home the point that doctors are humans too. We feel the same stresses, emotions, and turmoil like everyone else, but asking for help can end careers. Listen to Dr. Myers talk about ending the stigma then give his book a read!

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Alexis La Pietra and Cathlyn Robinson about the ACEP Pain and Addiction Care in the ED (PACED) Program. No matter where your program is with pain management in the ED - this is a great program, so listen in to learn more!

In this week's episode, we talk to returning guest, Dr. Alicia now Gonzalez about the California Bridge program. This program has been an outstanding resource for me, so I wanted Dr. Gonzalez to share her knowledge and resources with you all as well!

In this week’s episode, we talk to NYT best-selling author and EM physician, Michele Harper. Her book, “The Beauty in Breaking” is an absolute must-read for EM physicians and this podcast is a can’t miss!

In this week's episode, we hear Dr. Mark Rosenberg, current President of ACEP, tell his story about being hospitalized with COVID-19. His story is emotional, gripping, and reality for so many of our patients every day. We all have stories, we need to share them, listen in now to hear Dr. Rosenberg's.

In this week's repost, have you ever wondered when you should consider hyperammonemia in a patient? She’s a pediatric emergency physician and he’s a metabolic geneticist focusing on rare diseases. Join us for a kitchen table conversation between Dr. Karen Eigen and Dr. George Diaz about the signs and symptoms and the risks of high ammonia. Together, they’ll talk about their experiences, and what we can do to raise the clinical suspicion of hyperammonemia in the ED. This podcast is sponsored by Horizon Therapeutics.

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. Frank LoVecchio, Vice-chair and Research Director for the Maricopa Medical Center Department of Emergency Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona, to discuss the current Hepatitis A outbreak, currently spanning 27 states in the US, and what you should know about the disease as an ER physician. Since 2016, there have been more than 33,000 reported cases, with over 60% of infected people hospitalized, and 329 deaths, making it the largest person-to-person Hepatitis A virus outbreak in the post-vaccine era. Learn about the role of the opioid crisis in the outbreaks, how the virus can be transmitted, and who should be vaccinated. This episode was supported by GlaxoSmithKline.

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Olen Netteburg, an emergency physician who, along with his wife, Dr. Denae Netteburg, have spent the past ten years in Chad running hospitals and providing care to the people who live there. Recently, they were able to hire additional staff, so took some time to come back to the States. This is the story of part of their time hiking the Appalachian trail with their children, 11, 8, 6, and 4.

In this week's episode, we have a special guest, Dr. Katelyn Jetelina, or as some of you may know her, Your Local Epidemiologist. Dr. Jetelina's Facebook page has gained over 70,000 followers since March and keeps growing. Listen in to her excellent take on COVID-19, vaccines, and public health in the United States.

In this week’s episode: Have you ever wondered when you should consider hyperammonemia in a patient? She’s a pediatric emergency physician and he’s a metabolic geneticist focusing on rare diseases. Join us for a kitchen table conversation between Dr. Karen Eigen and Dr. George Diaz about the signs and symptoms and the risks of high ammonia. Together, they’ll talk about their experiences, and what we can do to raise the clinical suspicion of hyperammonemia in the ED. This podcast is supported by Horizon Therapeutics.

A discussion with Dr. Casey Bryant from Wake Forest in Winston-Salem, NC looking at the evidence supporting the use of Nasal High Flow in the ED, it’s indications and safety for COVID-19 patients, and using the ROX index for therapy implementation. This episode was supported by Fisher & Paykal.

In this week's episode, we continue our series on professional sports and COVID-19. We talk to Dr. Thom Mayer, the NFL Medical Director, about the steps taken to this point and plans for the future of COVID-19 in the NFL.

In this week's episode, we talk to return guest, Dr. Arun Nagdev about Ultrasound-Guided Blocks and the expanded role of POCUS in the ED.

In this week's post-election episode, we talk to Dr. Roneet Lev about her time as the CMO for the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP). Her insights and experiences are a great listen!

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. Aisha Terry, an Emergency Physician in Washington D.C. practicing at both George Washington University and at the Washington VA Hospital, as well as, participating in a variety of health policy work. With stroke being one of the top 3 causes of death in the nation, timing is everything! Join the conversation to listen as they discuss the different factors that affect the presentations of stroke in the emergency department due to COVID-19 and how you can advocate for improved care for stroke patients.

In this special ACEP20 Unconventional episode, we bring you firsthand experiences from NASCAR's return to racing after the COVID-19 shutdown earlier this year. Hear from VP of Racing Operations, John Bobo and Managing Director, Tom Bryant about planning the return. Then hear from NASCAR driver and 7x NASCAR Champion, Jimmie Johnson, on his experience as an athlete is this new world of sports.

This week's episode features two special guests - Dr. Ken Milne and Dr. Jerome Hoffman. Just a couple of weeks ago, we talked with Dr. Milne about lytic use in stroke care. Well, Dr. Hoffman sent us some great feedback, so we got the group together for this special episode. Give it a listen!

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. Frank LoVecchio, Vice-chair and Research Director for the Maricopa Medical Center Department of Emergency Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona, to discuss the current Hepatitis A outbreak, currently spanning 27 states in the US, and what you should know about the disease as an ER physician. Since 2016, there have been more than 33,000 reported cases, with over 60% of infected people hospitalized, and 329 deaths, making it the largest person-to-person Hepatitis A virus outbreak in the post-vaccine era. Learn about the role of the opioid crisis in the outbreaks, how the virus can be transmitted, and who should be vaccinated. This episode was supported by GSK.

In this week's episode, we talk to Matt Porter, Esq about the legal implications of not reporting a positive COVID status. And spoiler alert, there are legal repercussions! Listen in to learn more.

In this week's episode, we talk to one of Dr. Stanton's best podcast friends, Dr. Ken Milne, about TPA and stroke. It's a commonly promoted treatment route, but is it the most effective? Turns out maybe not. Listen in to learn more.

In this week's episode, we talk to Drs. Hirshon and Kavanagh about updates in the management and treatment of Sickle Cell Disease in the ED. The recommendations have changed - listen in to learn more. You can also check out some additional resources on the Emergency Department Sickle Cell Coalition (EDSC3) website at https://www.acep.org/by-medical-focus/hematology/sickle-cell/

This week's episode, we pull back the curtain on a very real issue in medicine - mental health. We talk to Dr. Lorna Breen's family about her life and the legacy she has left behind. All her life she wanted to be a doctor, but the culture of medicine and stigma of mental health took it all away. Her family is now dedicated to talking about the unspeakable and changing the culture of medicine and mental health.

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Christina Shenvi about a topic that affects us all - time management. Dr. Shenvi's research on the causes and solutions is a must listen!

In this week's episode, we talk to Drs. Talan and Auwaerter about how this year's flu season might look considering COVID-19. We talk about risk factors, the role of antivirals, how to successfully navigate challenges encountered in the emergency department, and more! Supported by an educational grant from Genentech, a member of the Roche Group.

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Jerome Hoffman about a critical topic - social determinants of health. Understanding your patients' specific situations can help you provide the best care, but that information is not always readily available. Dr. Hoffman provides some ideas on how to overcome these challenges. He also gives some great advice on where to learn more about social determinants.

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Arun Nagdev about the success he and his team have seen implementing ultrasound-guided blocks in their ED. He talks about implementing a program, techniques, and even managing expectations in your patients. We also recommend you check out their site http://highlandultrasound.com/

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Christian Arbelaez, the Chair of the ACEP International Committee. Dr. Arbelaez gives us some insight into how COVID-19 is impacting emergency medicine throughout the world.

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Nicholas Johnson about a somewhat controversial topic - fluid resuscitation in sepsis. Do the recommendations really work for everyone? Listen in to learn more.

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Colin McCloskey about treatment options for PE. Listen in to learn more.

Another COVID-19 public edition of ACEP Frontline talking with Dr. Howie Mell, Emergency Physician and Occupational Health Specialist about the facts regarding masks. We talk about masks as a component of transmission prevention and address some of the common myths floating around regarding mask usage.

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Jose Torradas about a program he created, COVID19@Home. This site, https://www.the-learning-agency-lab.com/covid-19-at-home-guide.html, provides information on what to do if you suspect COVID-1 9 as well as how to handle home care for someone diagnosed with COVID-19. Check out this resource!!

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Alicia Kurtz, Host of Real Talk. We talk about the importance of sharing our stories. Especially now. Listen in then check out Dr. Kurtz's podcast, Real Talk @ https://tinyurl.com/realtalkapplepodcasts

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Nick Salerno about EMRA's MobilEM app. This app combines all the EMRA Pocket Guides into one, easy-to-access mobile app. Check it out at https://www.emra.org/about-emra/publications/mobile-applications/

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Marianne Gausche-Hill about pain management in peds. Understanding how to effectively manage pain in your young patients is critical for their family and the patient. Listen in to learn more!

In this week's episode, we talk with Dr. Daniel Lewis about his experience actually having COVID-19. Dr. Lewis tells us about his diagnosis, his time in the hospital, and finally his transition back to work after recovery. Listen in to learn more!