ACEP Frontline - Emergency Medicine
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Wild About EM- Wilderness Medicine and the Emergency Physician
In this week's episode, we're changing it up a bit. We talk to Dr. Ben Mattingly about his "side gig" - Wild Med Adventures. We're always looking for new options to fulfill our CME needs. Dr. Mattingly's program offers you the chance to do just that plus take part in an exciting adventure. Of course, trips are on hold now, but keep this on your radar for the future!
Your COVID-19 Tool Kit - Does it include ultrasound? It should!
In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Mathew Nelson of Northwell Health in New York about using ultrasound to identify COVID patients. His insights about how his group has used the tool and the promise it holds are worth a listen!
Pandemic Research - Today, Tomorrow, and the Next One
In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Rich Gordon - ACEP Research Forum Chair. He talks about the challenges and opportunities for conducting research during the COVID-19 pandemic. He also provides some valuable guidance on reading the literature and interpreting social media data. Listen in!
COVID-19: The Epidemiological Perspective
In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. David Talan, Professor of Emergency Medicine and Infectious Disease at UCLA. He provides insights into the epidemiological aspects of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases. This episode was supported by Nabriva.
Clickbait and False Narratives - Oh My!
In this special release, we talk with Drs. Parker and Kasten about breaking down the Plandemic and Bakersfield Physician videos. We also discuss some tips for determining the validity of such videos on social media.
Beaten Down by Corona: Healthcare Mental Health in the Time of COVID-19
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Jack Rozel, Medical Director at resolve Crisis Services, Professor at UPMC, and President of the American Association of American Psychiatry. Recently, Emergency Medicine lost one of its own to suicide. Dr. Rozel discusses what we can do to maintain our mental health in this time of crisis. He also offers several resources for any support you may need: - https://www.bethe1to.com/ - https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ - acep.org/life-as-a-physician/ACEP-Wellness-and-Assistance-Program/ - https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline
Death and Dying: Palliative Care in the time of COVID
In this week's episode, we talk with a panel of palliative care experts - Drs. Rebecca Goett, Sangeeta Lamba, and David Wang. They discuss providing the highest quality care for your patients during the COVID crisis. They also remind us of the importance of our own mental health.

Bankruptcy and Physician Impact in the Time of COVID-19
In this week's episode, we talk to Tamar Dolcourt, an attorney from Foley and Lardner LLP about the intricacies of bankruptcy. The general public may not realize the financial impacts of COVID-19 on healthcare companies, but we do. Tamar's insight will help you understand what you can do, can't do, and should do if faced with an employer bankruptcy.
Speaking Up: Advocating for Healthcare at the State and Federal Level
In this week's episode, we talk with Dr. Nathan Schlicher about advocating for healthcare to both the state and federal governments. Dr. Schlicher's, in addition to being an emergency physician, served on the Washington State Senate. Dr. Schlicher's experience gives him unique insights into what we need to do to influence our legislators.
Homeless Patients and COVID-19: What you need to know
In this week's episode, we talk with Dr. Laura Janneck about managing homeless patients amid the COVID crisis. We discuss new challenges arising due to the crisis and what you can do to prepare for these patients.
Real-time Testing: Improvements in Infectious Disease Testing
In this week's episode, we talk to do Dr. Sameer Desai about a very relevant topic, infectious disease testing. Understanding recent advancements in testing technology can help you get the results you need sooner. This episode was made possible through support from BioFire Diagnostics. To read more on this topic, check out these resources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28114152/?from_term=Arora+HS%2C&from_pos=2 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31409318/?from_term=Mina+Y%2C&from_pos=3 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31760115/?from_term=Chapin+K%2C&from_pos=7
You Down with PPE? Yeah You Know Me...with Howie Mell
In this week's episode, we talk about all things PPE in the time of COVID-19. Dr. Mell's unique training provides great insight on how to stay safe. He also provided some great resources for more information, so see below: 1)https://www.aiha.org/education/elearning/ventilation-surface-disinfection-and-ppe-considerations-for-the-ip-and-ih 2)https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mILUxIFTLqegKsGw-HE2Mg-9AFJYTSi1RQtaDGCOg44/edit
COVID and the Law: PPE, OSHA, and Job Security
In this week's episode, we have returning guest, Tricia Shackelford, Esq. Trica's insights on PPE requirements, OSHA protections, and employee contracts will give you the information you need to protect yourself and your job during the COVID crisis.
COVID-19 and the Law
In this week's special COVID-19 episode, we talk to Tricia Shackelford, Esq., an attorney specializing in healthcare law. She tells us what we know, and what we don't know, pertaining to providing healthcare during the COVID-19 crisis.

SPECIAL PUBLIC EDITION: COVID-19 and You from the Physician Point of View
This very special episode of Frontline is the first in our history targeted to the general public. We talk with three emergency physicians, Dr. Ryan Keay, Dr. Cameron Buck, and Dr. Brad Younggren, who are on the front line of the COVID-19 fight. They will answer your questions and help you prepare effectively for the crisis facing our country.

SPECIAL EDITION: COVID-19- Medical Professional Edition- Dr. James Phillips
In this special edition, we talk to Dr. James Phillips, an emergency physician with expertise in disaster and operational medicine. Dr. Phillips helps us understand more about the pandemic and how we, as medical professionals, can stay safe on the front lines of this crisis.
Advancing Drug Delivery - Aerosolized Medication
In this week's episode, we chat with Dr. Lynne McCullough about advances in aerosolized drug delivery. This episode was made possible through support from Aerogen.
Remember that patient you saw? - Reducing bouncebacks in the ED
In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Zodda about reducing bounceback in the ED. He describes several causes for bounceback and ways you can reduce it in your ED.
To LP or Not to LP, That is the Question...in Pediatric Fevers
In this week's episode, we chat with Dr. Sacchetti about performing LPs in pediatric patients. Understanding when and who is critical. Listen in to learn more!
Special Edition: Moore Mega Episode on Efficiency and Flow in the ED
A special edition featuring one of ACEP Frontline's most popular guests, Dr. Daniel Moore. His focus on improving patient flow and efficiency is useful for anyone working in the ED. In this episode, hear both of Dr. Moore's most recent appearances all in one! To hear more from ACEP Frontline - follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ACEPFrontline/
Sepsis Struggles - Navigating Sepsis Treatment in the ED
In this week's episode of ACEP Frontline, we talk to Dr. Jack Perkins about a very important topic in the ED - treating sepsis. Unfortunately, treatment recommendations are not always as deeply rooted in science as we'd like to see. Dr. Perkins walks us through the issues with sepsis recommendations and how to make the right decisions for our patients.
Suicide Prevention in the ED and Beyond
Suicide is a growing concern in the US. In this week's episode, we talk with Dr. Edwin Boudreaux, Winner of the 2019 Innovations in Suicide Prevention Award, about identifying risk factors and providing optimal care for patients at risk for suicide. We also discuss a number of tools designed to assist you identifying risk factors and preventing suicides in your patients. Listen in to learn more and check out the links below for some of the great tools we discuss! https://www.acep.org/patient-care/iCar2e/ ACEP emPOC app – Download through the App Store or GooglePlay
Improving care efficiently - It can be done!
In this week's episode of ACEP Frontline, Dr. Stanton talks to Dr. Daniel Moore about improving patient care through efficiency. Sometimes small changes can make BIG impacts. Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ACEPFrontline
Cyclic Vomiting - It's not always what you think it is...
In this week's episode, Dr. Stanton talks to Dr. Rahul Bhat about the causes and treatments of cyclic vomiting.
The cost of compassion? It's less than you think.
In this week's episode of Frontline, we talk with Dr. Anthony Mazzarelli about the benefits of compassion for both patients and providers. You might be surprised how much it can help YOU.
The European Perspective - A Chat with Dr. Abdo Khoury
This week's episode features a special guest, Dr. Abdo Khoury, the President-Elect of the European Society for Emergency Medicine. Listen in to learn about Emergency Medicine in the European context.
There is a Better Way - Treating Hyperkalemia in the ED
In this week's episode, Dr. Stanton sits down with Dr. Neuenschwander to talk about updates and advancements in treating hyperkalemia. Trust us, there is a better way to treat your patients. There's also a short history lesson the FDA. This edition of the podcast is made possible through support from AstraZeneca*. *Dr. Neuenschwander is an acting consultant for AstraZeneca.

Did you consider? - Patient Care from a Social EM Perspective
Have you ever kept a homeless patient overnight hoping that will make the difference? We bet you have, and you're not alone. In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Alter about the basics of Social EM and how to implement it.

A Healthy Dose of Skepticism - Reading the Literature with Care
In this week's episode, Dr. Ken Milne, author of "The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine", gives us advice on reading the literature with a keen eye and a few laughs too.

Send them home? Maybe so. - Low Risk PE
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Baugh about establishing risk in PE patients and identifying those that can go home. This edition of the podcast is made possible through support from Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Opioids Head to Washington: ALTO Legislation and Treatment Next Steps
In this episode of ACEP Frontline, Dr. Stanton interviews Dr. Rosenberg. They discuss opioid reduction initiatives in EM.

That Escalated Quickly- The Agitated Patient in the ED
The agitated patient can be a challenging and dangerous interaction in emergency medicine. The simple fact is that many will end up in the emergency department and physicians/staff must be able to handle these situations. In this episode, we talk to Dr. Sorge from the Emerald Coast Conference about managing agitated patient.

The Challenges and Approach to Behavioral Health in the ED
In this episode of ACEP Frontline, Dr. Stanton interviews Dr. Wilson and Dr. Nordstrom at ACEP19 as they discuss the approach and challenges of behavioral health in the emergency medicine environment.

Atrial Fibrillation Management and Reversal- Williams and Baugh
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Williams and Dr. Baugh about their article in the Annals of Emergency Medicine about atrial fibrillation management and reversal. This brings together recent years of change and updates into one summary article. This edition of the podcast is supported a grant from Boehringer Ingelheim and Portola.

Emergency Departments in Stretchy Pants- Volumes have EM Busting at the Seams
Patients presenting to emergency departments across the United States continues to climb and in this episode of ACEP Frontline, we talk with Dr. Jim Augustine about the trends and what we are seeing across the country.

Handheld Ultrasound- The Future is Now...
In this episode of ACEP Frontline, Dr. Rachel Liu talks about handheld ultrasound and how they have impacted the POCUS market. We have another episode coming up from ACEP19 talking about some of the challenges of implementation and considerations for handheld and personal devices.

The new ACEP EMpoc App
In this bonus ACEP Frontline we talk with Dr. Sandra Schneider about the new app technology that provides POC tools and resources for EM physicians.

ACEP19 Research Forum with Dr. Joe Piktel
The first recording from ACEP19 regarding the ACEP Research Forum with Dr. Joe Piktel. Early release because we want folks at the conference to have the opportunity to attend forum events.

BONUS!!!- Dr. Andrea Green on Diversity in Emergency Medicine
Bonus #ACEP19 ACEP Frontline featuring Dr. Andrea Green talking about diversity in emergency medicine with ongoing challenges and opportunities for the future.

Dr. Kathryn Hawk from Yale Medicine on Opioid Overdoses in the ED
In this episode of ACEP Frontline, Dr. Kathryn Hawk joins us once again to talk about the management and approach to opioid overdoses in the emergency department. She is one of our "opioid specialists" and always brings great information on the opioid epidemic and the management of addiction and overdoses in emergency medicine.

EMS Updates and Trends from the 2019 Emerald Coast Conference
In this episode of ACEP Frontline, we talk to a couple of EMS leaders about the current course and trends in EMS and how the traditional "walls" between emergency medicine and EMS are coming down.

Atrial Fibrillation Update- Management and Anticoagulation- Dr. Jim Williams
Atrial fibrillation is a common emergency department presentation. Dr. Jim Williams returns to The Frontline to discuss the current management, trends, and anticoagulation. As the American population ages, we will see a growing number of the patients and emergency medicine will have a front row seat.
Stephen Anderson, MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Foundation
Forty-seven years ago, the Emergency Medicine Foundation was created to help define the specialty and move it forward. Dr. Stephen Anderson and Dr. Ryan Stanton sat down to talk about how the EMF is improving the specialty of Emergency Medicine with funding for research and advocacy. www.emfoundation.org
David Wang, MD - Palliative Care
Today on ACEP Frontline Dr Ryan Stanton talks with his guest Dr. David Wang about Palliative Care and how to have difficult conversations with patients and their loved ones. For more resources, please visit ACEP's Palliative Care page: https://www.acep.org/by-medical-focus/palliative-medicine/

James Neuenschwander, II, MD, FACEP - Pacemaker Interrogation
Today on ACEP Frontline we’re talking interrogations. In a community hospital setting, it can be tough to get a pacemaker or ICD interrogated in a timely fashion after hours or on the weekends. Dr. Neuenschwander is doing some great research looking into the ED providers doing their own interrogations in a fraction of the time it would take to get a rep in. According to him, it’s all about improving patient care as well as the specialty of Emergency Medicine.
Daniel Moore, MD - Efficiency and ED Flow
Today’s ACEP Frontline was recorded at the Emerald Coast Conference in Destin Florida earlier this spring. Dr. Ryan Stanton talked with Dr. Daniel Moore about capacity and throughput in Emergency Medicine. Dr. Moore took data from his department and came up with solutions tailored for their needs and has solved their front-end patient wait times and created capacity for transfers.

Dr. Andrea Brault- Billing And Networks- ECC19
In this episode of ACEP Frontline, Dr. Ryan Stanton interviews Dr. Andrea Brault, a national leader in physician billing, reimbursement, and legislation, about some of the things we can do to reflect the care provided AND where we are going in the future.
Joseph Piktel, MD, FACEP – Research Forum Highlights (ACEP18)
Today we talk to Dr. Joe Piktel about Primetime Practice Changers at the ACEP18 Research Forum. On the docket: research and its place in social media, medication assisted therapy for OUD in the ED, the chest pain patient, sepsis and more. What’s the evidence and where’s the research? We’re talking about it, on ACEP Frontline!
Puneet Gupta, MD, FACEP – EMRA Leaders and Future Leaders, LAC19
Recorded at #LAC19, we sat down with Dr. Puneet Gupta to talk about leaders in EMRA and the movers and shakers who are shaping the face of emergency medicine and health care. Listen in to see just what these disrupters are doing to make EM better, from mitigating gun violence to taking an active role in the wellness of the EM physician.

ACEP Frontline- OOB Crisis In EM- Laura Wooster
Emergency medicine is under attack from insurance and other industries interested in boosting profits and undercutting the safety net of the US healthcare system. Without intervention, this could seriously threaten access for millions of Americans and destroy the emergency system that has been built over the past 50+ years. In this episode, we talk about the situation, facts, and where to go from here.