Best Antibiotic Course Podcasts (2025)

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#489 Live from SHM #Converge2025 Rheumatology for the Hospitalist 47:14

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Take the ache out of those joint aches! Learn about inpatient diagnosis and management of crystalline arthropathies as well as a brief conversation about those rheumatology NOS cases. We’re joined by Dr. Kimberly Trotter, MD (University of Chicago). Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | Y…

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Ep 205 Leading from the Inside Out: Building Teams, Trust and Purpose in Emergency Medicine 1:38:05

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In this podcast, with Dr. Thom Mayer, Dr. Carolyn Snider and Dr. Howard Ovens, on leading from the inside out, we cover foundational principles, practical habits, and transformative insights that can make any member of an ED team a more effective, compassionate, and adaptive leader. Here, you’ll find tools, philosophy, and stories that just might t…

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#488 DIGEST: Cytisinicline for smoking cessation, partner treatment for BV, combination therapy with statins and ezetimibe, and exercise and survival in colon cancer 1:03:39

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Join us as we review recent practice-changing articles on the effect of combination statin and ezetimibe in reducing myalgias, male partner treatment for BV, semaglutide for MASH/liver fibrosis, exercise and cancer risk, and cytisinicline for smoking cessation. Fill your brain hole with some delicious apps and entrees from our spring Digests! Featu…

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#487 Chronic Pain & Opioid Use Disorder with Dr. Jessie Merlin 1:25:43

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Dive into practical, evidence-based approaches to managing pain in patients with opioid use disorder, bust common myths, and explore strategies to support patients. This episode will enhance your skills in providing holistic, patient-centered care. We’re joined by Dr. Jessica Merlin, @JessicaMerlinMD (University of Pittsburgh). Claim CME for this e…

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#486 Infertility in Clinical Practice: A Primary Care Approach With Dr Brindha Bavan 1:14:16

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Get confident supporting your patients with infertility in primary care! We cover who needs a workup, how to evaluate both partners, and when to refer—plus tips on coding, counseling, and emotional support. Reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Brindha Bavan shares practical insights to empower PCPs on the front lines of fertility care. Claim CME for th…

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EM Quick Hits 65 Occipital Nerve Block, PoCUS in Pulmonary Embolism, Myelopathy, Team Resuscitation, Incidental Neutropenia, Peer Programs 1:08:14

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On this month's EM Quick Hits podcast: Dr. Mathew MacArther on Occipital Nerve Block, Dr. Ian Chernoff on PoCUS in Pulmonary Embolism, Dr. Hans Rosenberg on Myelopathy, Dr. Shawn Segeren on Team Resuscitation, Dr. Brit Long on Incidental Neutropenia and Dr. Kylie Booth on Peer Programs. Please help ensure continued Free Open Access of the entire EM…

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#485: Things We Do For No Reason™Live from SHM #Converge2025 1:09:38

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Brush up on your high-value care by exploring four Things We Do For No Reason with experts Dr. Tony Breu (@tony_breu, Harvard University) and Dr. Lenny Feldman (@DocLennyF, Johns Hopkins University). Follow along as they explore lactate-guided resuscitation in shock, beta blocker use with cocaine, holding anticoagulation in patients with fall risk,…

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#484 Hotcakes: Vitamin D3, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, and Physical Performance, Gabapentin and Falls, Gepotidacin for UTI, and Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss 59:16

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Join us as we review recent practice-changing articles on the effect of vitamin D3 and omega-3 fatty acids on physical performance, gabapentin and falls, gepotidacin for uncomplicated UTI, and intermittent fasting for weight loss. Fill your brain hole with a delicious stack of hotcakes! Featuring Paul Williams (@PaulNWilliamz), Rahul Ganatra (@rbga…

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#483: Diabetic Dilemmas in Older Adults, Pregnancy and Corticosteroid Use with Jeff Colburn, MD 1:19:16

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This episode doesn't sugarcoat the truth about tricky diabetes management! Wrangle wild blood sugars among older adults, pregnant individuals, and those taking corticosteroids! Join our Kashlak resident endocrinologist Dr. Jeff Colburn, as we dive into diabetic dilemmas. We will help you dodge dangerous lows and navigate tricky treatment traps in t…

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UNLOCKED #43 Exclusive! HFrEF (TFTC audio) 30:37

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Join us at patreon.com/curbsiders today and save 20% on NEW Annual Memberships with promo code: UNLOCKED. *This offer expires at 3am EST on May 15, 2025. Matt and Paul recap top pearls from a recent episode on heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and the importance of understanding the underlying causes of heart failure with Dr. Mic…

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Ep 204 High Risk Pulmonary Embolism Management 1:24:06

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There are many nuances in the management of patients with pulmonary embolism in cardiac arrest, peri-arrest or simply in shock: We need to optimize oxygenation and airway management, hemodynamic support, acid/base management, thrombolysis and/or catheter-directed therapies that Anton dives into with guest experts Dr. Lauren Westafer, Dr. Bourke Til…

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REBOOT #458 Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction - Kittleson Rules Outpatient Heart Failure Volume 1 1:03:05

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We’re taking a break this week, but we’ll be back next week with a brand-new episode. Provide superb outpatient care for your patients with HFrEF. Identify underlying causes of heart failure and titrate medications with ease. Dr Michelle Kittleson @MKittlesonMD (Cedars Sinai) breaks down the nuances of treating this common cardiac condition. Claim …

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#482 Recap from SHM #Converge25 1:29:15

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Highlights and Pearls from SHM’s Annual Meeting We recap the top pearls for the hospitalist from #SHM #Converge25 hitting updates in GI, stroke, anticoagulation, perioperative medicine, artificial intelligence, and more. Note: There is no CME for this episode, but visit curbsiders.vcuhealth.org to claim credit for past episodes. Patreon | Episodes …

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#481 Prediabetes and Diabetes Prevention with Dr. Scott Isaacs 1:33:25

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Conquer prediabetes and diabetes prevention! We’re joined by Dr. Scott Isaacs, who provides essential pearls on navigating screening tests for diabetes and prediabetes, identifying atypical cases of prediabetes, and individualizing management of prediabetes with lifestyle changes and medications. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.o…

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EM Quick Hits 64 Whole Blood Transfusions, Calcium Before Diltiazem in Afib, Thoracotomy Pearls, Uterine Casts, OMI Scale & Proportionality 1:01:23

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In this month's EM Quick Hits podcast: Zafar Qasim & Andrew Petrosoniak on whole blood transfusion in trauma, Justin Morgenstern on calcium pre-treatment to prevent diltiazem-induced hypotension, Kiran Rikhraj on dynamic LV outflow tract obstruction, Anand Swaminathan on resuscitative thoracotomy, Andrew Tagg on uterine casts, and Jesse McLaren on …

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#480 Hypermobility with Dr. Linda Bluestein 1:24:11

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Don’t bend the knee to hypermobility! Learn how to evaluate patients for possible joint hypermobility, what associated conditions to be mindful of, and where to start with management. We’re joined by Dr. Linda Bluestein, @BluesteinLinda (https://www.hypermobilitymd.com), who shares her years of experience in treating patients with hypermobility! Cl…

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#479 Managing Treatment-Resistant Depression featuring Dr. Jessi Gold 1:34:04

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Lead the way in depression management! We’re joined by Dr. Jessi Gold, a psychiatrist and mental health advocate, who provides essential pearls on ways to recognize the multifaceted nature of depression and similarly presenting medical conditions. We also discuss the complexities of treatment options including various medication options and therapi…

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#478 Dementia 2.0 with Anna Chodos 1:30:06

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Updates in classification, evaluation, and treatment Become dexterous with dementia management! We’re talking with Dr. Anna Chodos about cognitive domains, diagnostic criteria, patient and caregiver resources, new antibody therapies, and brain health plans! Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spo…

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Ep 203 Intermediate Risk Pulmonary Embolism Risk Stratification, Management and Algorithm 1:35:58

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How do you predict which intermediate-risk patients will suddenly deteriorate? What role do risk scores, biomarkers, imaging, and hemodynamics play in decision-making? Should these patients receive anticoagulation alone, or is thrombolysis warranted? When should you consider catheter-directed or surgical interventions? This podcast focuses us to th…

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#477 Hotcakes: Suzetrigine for acute pain, SGLT2i and PAD, Safety of Lowering LDL, Restrictive vs Liberal Transfusion Strategy in MI revisited 49:40

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Join us as we review recent practice-changing articles on suzetrigine for acute pain, the risk of PAD events from SGLT2 inhibitors, the safety of very low LDL, and the benefits of restrictive vs liberal transfusion strategies in acute MI with anemia. Fill your brain hole with a delicious stack of hotcakes! Featuring Rahul Ganatra (@rbganatra), Matt…

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#476 Medications for Alcohol Use Disorder 2.0 with Dr Stephen Holt 1:01:49

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Make MAUD your topira-MATE Level up your treatment for people with alcohol use disorder. Learn about medication options beyond the first line, when they’re appropriate and not, and how to work with your patients to set goals that fit them. We’re joined by Dr Stephen Holt (Yale University School of Medicine) Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.…

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#475 Perioperative Update with Dr. Avital O’Glasser 1:41:16

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2024 ACC/AHA guideline update, including biomarker testing, MINS, and other consulting tips Master perioperative medicine! Learn when to hold ACE inhibitors, how to manage OSA without delaying surgery, and why "NPO after midnight" is outdated. We’re joined by Dr. Avital O’Glasser, our Chief of Perioperative Medicine! Claim CME for this episode at c…

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EM Quick Hits 63 S-TEC and HUS, IM Epinephrine in OHCA, Dengue, Geriatric Trauma Imaging, TTP 1:06:46

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On this month's EM Quick Hits podcast: Stephen Freedman on pediatric bloody diarrhea, S-TEC and hemolytic uremic syndrome, Justin Morgenstern on the evidence for IM epinephrine in out of hospital cardiac arrest, Matthew McArther on recognition and ED management of dengue fever, Andrew Petrosoniak on imaging decision making in trauma in older patien…

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#474 Resistant Hypertension the Next Frontier 1:17:17

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Treat Hypertension Like No Doctor Has Ever Treated Hypertension Before Treating hypertension never gets boring. Learn about emerging therapies and how to continue to tackle this common diagnosis like a pro. Dr. Jordy Cohen (@jordybc.bsky.social) leads us through her approach to keeping the BP where it should be (University of Pennsylvania). Claim C…

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Ep 201 How EM Experts Think Part 2: Data Gathering, Diagnostic and Treatment Decision Making, Test Ordering and Interpretation, Documentation, Emotional Resilience 1:23:26

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In this Part 2 of our 2-part podcast series on How EM Experts Think with Dr. Reuben Strayer, Dr. Mike Betzner and Dr. Scott Weingart we dive deep into the nuances of practicing smarter, faster, and better in the ED. We answer questions like: How should we employ hypothetico-deductive reasoning in our daily practice of Emergency Medicine? How can we…

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REBOOT #421 Antiphospholipid Syndrome with Dr. Arielle Langer 1:20:37

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We're taking a short winter break, but we’ll be back with new shows in time for Christmas and New Years! Can’t wait for more new episodes? Sign up for our Patreon with 15% off an annual membership at patreon.com/curbsiders (https://www.patreon.com/c/curbsiders) and get instant access to 40 plus bonus episodes! Conquer your fear of antiphospholipid …

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#465 Hospital Medicine Recap Extravaganza: Diabetic Foot, Sepsis, Syncope, Acute Coronary Syndrome, and more! 40:50

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Join us as Monee and Meredith with the rest of the hospital medicine team reflect on the past year, discussing some favorite insights gained covering a range of topics, including diabetic foot infections, sepsis, sickle cell inpatient management, syncope, psychiatry for the hospitalist, and acute coronary syndrome. No CME for this episode, but clai…

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How EM Experts Think: Strategies for Pre-Shift, Arrival Ritual, Staying Focused, Managing Interruptions, Cognitive Load & Negative Emotions, Resuscitation Mindset, Post-Resuscitation Recovery 1:22:15

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Which elements of your current pre-shift preparation contribute most to your mental clarity and performance, and what new practices might further optimize your readiness? With interruptions shown to increase task errors and decision fatigue, how can you strike a balance between being approachable to colleagues and safeguarding your focus for patien…

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#464 Recap Extravaganza: Dental Pain, Cardiac Amyloidosis, Diabetes & CGMs, Hyperparathyroidism, Neck Pain, Endometriosis, Rhinitis, and more! 1:06:18

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Join us as Paul and Watto reflect on the past year, discussing some favorite insights gained covering a range of topics, including dental pain management, cardiac amyloidosis, the impact of continuous glucose monitoring on diabetes care, the complexities of diagnosing primary hyperparathyroidism, hepatitis B screening and vaccination, GLP-1 agonist…

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REBOOT #429 Anxiety 2.0: with Dr. Jessi Gold 1:33:54

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We're taking a short winter break, but we’ll be back with new shows in time for Christmas and New Years! Can’t wait for more new episodes? Sign up for our Patreon with 15% off an annual membership at patreon.com/curbsiders (https://www.patreon.com/c/curbsiders) and get instant access to 40 plus bonus episodes! Elevate your primary care management o…

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REBOOT #433 CGMs, Insulin, and How to Adjust Diabetes Meds to Glucose Patterns 1:15:34

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We're taking a short winter break, but we’ll be back with new shows in time for Christmas and New Years! Can’t wait for more new episodes? Sign up for our Patreon with 15% off an annual membership at patreon.com/curbsiders (https://www.patreon.com/c/curbsiders) and get instant access to 40 plus bonus episodes! Step up your diabetes game! Learn the …

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EM Quick Hits 61 TEE in Cardiac Arrest, Nebulized Ketamine, Cellulitis Update, SQ Insulin for DKA, Medicolegal DDx Documentation Tips 59:53

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On this month's EM Quick Hits podcast: Ross Prager on TEE in cardiac arrest, Justin Morgenstern on nebulized ketamine for analgesia in the ED, Hans Rosenberg & Krishin Yadav on standardizing cellulitis management, Mathew McArther on latest studies on subcutaneous insulin protocols in DKA, Jennifer C. Tang on documenting differential diagnoses medic…

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REBOOT #415 Bipolar Disorder With Dr. Kevin Johns 1:19:44

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We're taking a short winter break, but we’ll be back with new shows in time for Christmas and New Years! Can’t wait for more new episodes? Sign up for our Patreon with 15% off an annual membership at patreon.com/curbsiders (https://www.patreon.com/c/curbsiders) and get instant access to 40 plus bonus episodes! Diagnosing and treating bipolar disord…

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#463 Tofurkey-cakes: A Hypertension Triple Pill, Arm Position & BP, early TAVR, Liberal vs Restrictive Transfusions, New Periop Guidelines 49:38

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Join us as we review recent practice-changing articles on a new triple pill for hypertension, how arm position affects blood pressure, early TAVR for asymptomatic patients with severe AS, liberal versus restrictive transfusion strategy in patients with acute brain injury, and a quick overview of the 2024 ACC/AHA perioperative medicine guidelines. F…

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#462 Male Hypogonadism Pearls with Dr. Bradley Anawalt: Insights on Testosterone Deficiency 1:31:40

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Risks/benefits in older males, when to test, fertility considerations, and more. Master male hypogonadism diagnosis and management. Discover when and how to test, how to tackle confounding conditions, and why lifestyle changes may be more effective than testosterone therapy in certain patients. We are joined by Dr. Brad Anawalt, an expert in endocr…

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Ep 199 Trauma Airway and Airway Trauma 1:44:20

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In this EM Cases main episode podcast, we tackle the complexities of trauma airway management, including direct trauma to the airway. We discuss indications and timing of intubation, penetrating neck trauma, the head injured patient, the agitated patients and the soiled airway. The critical question is: when should we deviate from, delay or modify …

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#461: Facial Nerve Follies: Understanding Bell's Palsy 1:07:19

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A Bell-Ringer of a Presentation Is it a stroke or is it botox? No, it’s Bell’s palsy! Learn how to differentiate facial palsy from other sinister diagnoses. Join us as Dr. Jordan Amar (Assistant Professor of Clinical Neurology at USC Keck School of Medicine) gives us Bell’s palsy pointers (and a great mnemonic, if there is such a thing). Claim CME …

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#460 HFpEF: Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction 49:39

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#459 DIGEST: Finerenone for Heart Failure, PCV21 and the latest Pneumonia Vaccine Recs, 24-hour vs 15-hour Oxygen Therapy, and PREVENT vs PCE for Cardiovascular Risk Estimation 54:41

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Join us as we review recent articles and news featured in The DIGEST issues #56 and #57, including finerenone for heart failure, the skinny on pneumonia vaccines and the latest, PCV21, long-term oxygen therapy (the REDOX trial), and the PREVENT vs PCE cardiovascular risk equations. Fill your brain hole with a fully digestible meal! Featuring Alex C…

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EM Quick Hits 60 Post-Tonsillectomy Hemorrhage, Post-CABG Infections, Bougie Tips, Pelvic Fracture Bleeds, Debriefing: Why, When & How 52:10

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On this month's EM Quick Hits podcast: Kevin Wasko on post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage management, Brit Long on assessment and management of post-CABG surgical incision infections, Anand Swaminathan on evidence, pitfalls and tips on using Bougies, Leah Flannigan on when to suspect vascular injury in patients with low energy mechanism pelvic fractures,…