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SGEM Xtra: I’m Just An Ordinary Average Guy – Dr. Mel Herbert

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

Date: August 30, 2024 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Mel Herbert is a famous Emergency Medicine Physician, award-winning educator, entrepreneur and philanthropist. Mel founded both EM:RAP which creates and distributes Emergency Medicine education in over 160 countries. He also started a non-profit company called EM:RAP GO. This is an SGEM Xtra to end Season#12.

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GAPBAC Balance Billing Report Released to Congress

American Ambulance Association

Video Transcript Hello, I’m Shawn Baird, past president of the American Ambulance Association. Together with my fellow ambulance profession representatives Ted Van Horne, Regina Crawford, and Rhonda Holden, I was […] The post GAPBAC Balance Billing Report Released to Congress appeared first on American Ambulance Association.

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Episode 200: Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors

Core EM

We discuss a new class of medications, Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors, and their side effects. Hosts: Avir Mitra, MD Brian Gilberti, MD [link] Download Leave a Comment Tags: Oncology Show Notes Overview of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors (ICIs) ICIs are a relatively new class of oncologic drugs that have revolutionized cancer treatment. Unlike chemotherapy, ICIs help the immune system develop memory against cancer cells and adapt as the cancer mutates.

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Lightning rounds 44: Post-intubation sedation roundup

Critical Care Scenarios

Experts in critical care share their approach to post-intubation sedation. Contributors: Check out the Intensive Care Academy here! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here! Experts in critical care share their approach to post-intubation sedation. Contributors: * Jason Wieland * Casey Albin * Jace Mullen * Kali Dayton * Nick Ghionni * Emily Fridenmaker Check out the Intensive Care Academy here!

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5 Minute Sono – The FAST Exam (Thoracic portion) 2024

Core Ultrasound

In this Five Minute Sono, we dive into the essentials of performing the ultrasound FAST exam (Focused Assessment with Sonography in Trauma), with a special focus on the thoracic component. Whether you’re a medical student, resident, or a seasoned healthcare provider looking to refine your skills, this step-by-step guide will help you master the thoracic ultrasound techniques critical for identifying pleural effusions, pneumothorax, and pericardial effusions.

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Department of Veterans Affairs Announces Extended Timely Filing Period for Claims Impacted by Change Healthcare Cyberattack

American Ambulance Association

On August 22, 2024, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) published a notice in the Federal Register announcing an extension of the timely filing limits for claims impacted by the […] The post Department of Veterans Affairs Announces Extended Timely Filing Period for Claims Impacted by Change Healthcare Cyberattack appeared first on American Ambulance Association.

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First10EM Journal Club: August 2024

Broome Docs

Welcome to another month of nerdy journal jam goodness. This month Justin has served up an eclectic collection of evidence, ethics and educational excellence. As always – we have the full PDFs liked below and you can read more deep thoughts over at First10EM where Justin likes to inconvenience a lot of electrons in his pursuit of educational elegance.

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Why the sudden shock after a few days of malaise?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Written by Magnus Nossen - Edits by Grauer and Smith The patient in today’s case is a woman in her 70s with a previous medical history of HTN and hyperlipidemia. She presented to an outside hospital after several days of malaise and feeling unwell. At the time of admission, her vital signs were normal. Heart rate was in the 80s. She had a very elevated troponin T at 12,335 ng/L at the time of presentation. ( This is a value typical for a large subacute MI, n ormal value 48 hours after myocardial

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CAAS Panel of Commissioners Seeks New Business Representative

American Ambulance Association

CAAS Panel of Commissioners Seeks New Business Representative At the end of 2024, the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services will be replacing its business representative on the CAAS […] The post CAAS Panel of Commissioners Seeks New Business Representative appeared first on American Ambulance Association.

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7 Uses for Suction Catheters

SSCOR

A suction catheter is one of the most versatile, useful pieces of medical equipment in your supply bag. Whether it’s preventing emergencies before they start or offering life-saving treatment when a person cannot effectively breathe on their own, the right suction catheter is critical to doing your job. Here are seven key uses for suction catheters.

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Honoring Carol Stolp: A Life of Community Involvement and Service

First Responders Foundation

The First Responders Foundation is proud to recognize Carol Stolp as one of the distinguished honorees at our 9/11 Luncheon of Honor. This event is dedicated to celebrating the remarkable contributions of individuals who have gone above and beyond in their support for first responders and their communities. Honoring Carol Stolp: A Life of Community Involvement and Service Carol Stolp has dedicated much of her life to community service and support for various charitable organizations.

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JC: The patient experience in the Emergency Department.

St. Emlyn's

St.Emlyn's - Emergency Medicine #FOAMed @LizCrowe2 gives us a fantastic critical appraisal of an EMJ paper discussing the patient experience in the emergency department. A qualitative study gives real insight into the patient experience. #FOAMed @stemlyns The post JC: The patient experience in the Emergency Department. appeared first on St.Emlyn's.

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EMCrit 383 – The Ultrasound Hierarchy of Needs in Cardiac Arrest with Mike Prats

EMCrit Project

Learn about how to use ultrasound during cardiac arrest EMCrit Project by Scott Weingart, MD FCCM.

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PECARN STELAR Podcast – Episode 3: PEM Disparities

EMDocs

The emDOCs.net team is very happy to collaborate with PECARN STELAR (Seattle, Dallas/Texas, and Los Angeles) Node and the Emergency Medical Services for Children Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC) in presenting high-yield pediatric topics that highlight evidence based medicine with solid research. This podcast on health equity and the impact of standardized clinical care pathways and decision support tools embedded in the electronic health record (EHR).

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Failed intubation? These are the next steps

SSCOR

You’re responding to the scene of a snowboarding accident, where a young woman in her mid-20s sustained a head injury following an attempted jump. While surveying her, you discover she is suffering aspiration due to vomitus, and you know that you must clear her airway and intubate immediately. However, you also know that the presence of potential obstructions in the airway may make intubation more difficult.

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The First10EM monthly wrap-up for summer 2024

First 10 EM

The First10EM monthly (or I guess seasonal this time) wrap up is a place for me to share updates about the website, about my academic life, and also interesting content, such as books, podcasts, and other FOAMed, that I have encountered in the prior month. Obviously the format means the focus is mostly on content […] The post The First10EM monthly wrap-up for summer 2024 appeared first on First10EM.

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EMCrit RACC Lit Review – September 2024

EMCrit Project

All the Resuscitation and Acute Critical Care goodness in the literature for September 2024 EMCrit Project by Scott Weingart, MD FCCM.

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emDOCs Videocast: EBM Update #3 – ANNEXA-1 and DOAC Reversal in ICH

EMDocs

Welcome to the emDOCs Videocast – please subscribe to our YouTube channel. These videos will cover post summaries, take homes on clinical condition, and EBM/guideline literature updates. Today we focus on Andexanet versus 4F-PCC for reversal of DOAC-associated intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH). EBM Update: ANNEXA-1 and DOAC Reversal in ICH Article: Connolly SJ, Sharma M, Cohen AT, et al; ANNEXA-I Investigators.

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Still on Track: NERIS Beta Launch and Latest Developments

ESO

Good news ! The National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) is on track! On August 1, 2024 , the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the Fire Safety Research Institute, and the U. S. F ire A dministration hosted their fourth informational webinar , NERIS Next Steps: Beta Launch, API Development, and Secondary Schema Release , to update departments on the current progress with NERIS and the anticipated timeline over the next three years.

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FirstNet Authority Update on Network Outage Task Force

FirstNet Authority

FirstNet Authority Update on Network Outage Task Force Blog michelle.fordi… Thu, 09/05/2024 - 10:35 By Joe Wassel, Executive Director and CEO, First Responder Network Authority Learn more about how FirstNet is transforming public safety communications — contact your local FirstNet Authority Public Safety Advisor and sign up for our discipline newsletters.

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Prostate Cancer – Types, Causes, Symptoms, Prevention & more

Paramedics World

Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer affecting men worldwide, and yet many remain unaware of its implications. Understanding this disease can be empowering for men… The post Prostate Cancer – Types, Causes, Symptoms, Prevention & more appeared first on Paramedics World.

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Honoring Bob and Charlotte Dean: Founders of JAVELAN

First Responders Foundation

At the First Responders Foundation, we are proud to honor Bob and Charlotte Dean, founders of JAVELAN, a program dedicated to helping veterans by providing and training service dogs. JAVELAN, named after Charlotte’s service dog, Jack (Jack, Assisting Veterans Enjoying Life Again), has become a vital resource for veterans in need. Honoring Bob and Charlotte Dean: Founders of JAVELAN A Life of Service Charlotte grew up in a military family and served 13 years on active duty, raising her daughters

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30. Engineering Belonging in EMS

The EMS Educator

Engineering Belonging in EMS: What is belonging? Why is this critical for learning? In this episode, hosts Rob Lawrence and Dr. Maia Dorsett welcome expert guests, Dan Batsie, Deputy - Commissioner of Public Safety for the State of Vermont; Dr. Heather Davis -Director of Assessment – UCLA School of Medicine, also taskforce chair of the IDEA Taskforce – IDEA is the Inclusion Diversity Equity & Access for EMS; and Ginger Locke, Prodigy’s newest team member (also Associate Professor of EMS Prof

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FirstNet supports disaster response in rural Montana

FirstNet Authority

FirstNet supports disaster response in rural Montana Blog joseph.rey@fir… Wed, 09/04/2024 - 10:56 By Tracey Murdock, Senior Public Safety Advisor, First Responder Network Authority Learn more about how FirstNet is transforming public safety communications — contact your local FirstNet Authority Public Safety Advisor and sign up for our discipline newsletters.

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Understanding Hernias: Types, Causes, and Treatment

Paramedics World

Hernias might not be the first thing that pops into your head when you think about health issues, but they affect millions of people worldwide. Picture this: a bulge in… The post Understanding Hernias: Types, Causes, and Treatment appeared first on Paramedics World.

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2024 ACEP Elections Preview: Meet the Board of Directors Candidates

ACEP Now

Jennifer J. Casaleto, MD, FACEP (North Carolina) Current Professional Positions: Emergency Medicine Physician, CirrusMD and Mid-Atlantic Emergency Medical Associates (MEMA); Adjunct Clinical Faculty Physician, Atrium Health’s Carolinas Medical Center Internships and Residency: Emergency Medicine Residency, Carolinas Medical Center (2003) Medical Degree: MD, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (2000) Response Similar to most member organizations, ACEP experienced membership decline associate

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Understanding the Good Samaritan Law

NHCPS Save a Life

If you see an emergency happening right in front of you, what do you do? Will you get into trouble with the law if you touch another person without permission? What about if you perform first aid or a medical procedure? In the majority of cases, bystanders who provide aid to someone who is hurt […] The post Understanding the Good Samaritan Law appeared first on SaveaLife.com.

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Technology supports disaster response in rural Montana

FirstNet Authority

Technology supports disaster response in rural Montana Blog joseph.rey@fir… Wed, 09/04/2024 - 10:56 By Tracey Murdock, Senior Public Safety Advisor, First Responder Network Authority Learn more about how FirstNet is transforming public safety communications — contact your local FirstNet Authority Public Safety Advisor and sign up for our discipline newsletters.

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Understanding Diverticulitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Paramedics World

Diverticulitis might sound like a mouthful, but understanding it doesn’t have to be complicated. As more people face digestive health issues today, diverticulitis has become a common concern. This condition… The post Understanding Diverticulitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment appeared first on Paramedics World.

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ACEP State Legislative Roundup

ACEP Now

ACEP state advocacy impacts the lives and careers of every emergency physician, every day. ACEP chapters continue to tally state legislative and policy wins by sharing their experience with public officials, and organizing bold campaigns on the issues that matter most. The ACEP advantage is unmistakable. Chapters across the country are seeing success when they leverage the relationships and expertise that only ACEP can provide.

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Understanding the Good Samaritan Law

NHCPS Save a Life

If you see an emergency happening right in front of you, what do you do? Will you get into trouble with the law if you touch another person without permission? What about if you perform first aid or a medical procedure? In the majority of cases, bystanders who provide aid to someone who is hurt […] The post Understanding the Good Samaritan Law appeared first on SaveaLife.com.

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Dispatch of Mobile Stroke Unit Services: Results of an International Survey

International Journal of Paramedicine

Background: Treatment on Mobile Stroke Units (MSU) improves outcome for patients with acute ischemic stroke, however MSU effectiveness relies on accuracy of field dispatch. We aimed at collecting representative data on dispatch infrastructure, methods of stroke identification at the dispatcher level, operation rules and accuracy of dispatcher impression relevant to MSU operations worldwide.

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Decoding Appendicitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Paramedics World

Appendicitis is a term that can send shivers down anyone’s spine. It’s one of those health conditions that seems to come out of nowhere, turning an ordinary day into a… The post Decoding Appendicitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment appeared first on Paramedics World.

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Ambulance accidents: a worrying increase

Stem EMS

Accidents involving ambulances are on the rise, with serious consequences for patients and rescuers. In this article we will examine the reasons behind such an increase and how regulations and […] L'articolo Ambulance accidents: a worrying increase proviene da Stem Ems.

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Becks Triad: A Useful Tool with Limitations You Need to Know

NHCPS Save a Life

In emergency settings, recognizing critical signs and symptoms quickly and confidently allows you to take swift action to save lives and preserve the quality of life for those under your care. Becks Triad is one such set of symptoms. It can help diagnose life-threatening conditions like cardiac tamponade. In this guide, I explore this triad, […] The post Becks Triad: A Useful Tool with Limitations You Need to Know appeared first on SaveaLife.com.

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Exploring the Role of Paramedics in Identifying Criminal Activity

International Journal of Paramedicine

This concept paper explores if there is a role for paramedics in crime identification. Evidence of organized crime, human trafficking and, to a lesser extent, radicalisation exists. All potential to damage victims’ physical and mental well-being and negatively impact society. Background - Paramedics respond to sexual health issues or sexual/violent assaults on bondservants, injury/illness to persons connected with organized crime, or radicalized persons, they may witness red flags that may hold

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Decoding Cholecystitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Paramedics World

Cholecystitis might sound like a mouthful, but this condition affects many people more than you might think. Imagine dealing with sudden abdominal pain that leaves you doubled over and unsure… The post Decoding Cholecystitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment appeared first on Paramedics World.