Welcome to S.C.I. Chronicles, where I share my real-life journey of life after a spinal cord injury at 29-- the highs, the lows and everything inbetween.
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Spinal Injury Kids Podcasts
True stories of “wheelchair kids”—children and teens who were suddenly paralyzed and had to figure out how to navigate their lives in a wheelchair. These podcasts tell personal stories of how paralyzed kids went about finding their own solutions. As children. They’re grown-ups now, but their childhood memories are still powerful. No boring lectures here, just real-life stories and funny moments about returning to school, finding ways to feel “normal” again, beginning to date and creating a n ...
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Differently Abled is a podcast starring Bernie Williams and Lennell Key. Bernie is an Educator and father of a 14 year old daughter. Bernie also just so happen to be wheelchair bound from a spinal cord injury as a child. Lennell Key is the owner and founder of The Legal Assistance Center USA at http://lac-usa.com he is also the proud father of a 12 year old non-verbal autistic son. Together the team is going to discuss everyday struggles and triumphs dealing with their current situations. Su ...
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Emergency Medicine Board Review, simplified. EM Board Bombs is the #1 Emergency Medicine board prep podcast—fast, funny, and high-yield. We drop 10–15 minute episodes covering classic EM topics you must know for the ABEM exam, In-Training Exam, Shelf exams, and clinical practice. We break down board-style questions into what actually matters, cutting out the fluff and keeping it entertaining so you’ll remember it when it counts. Want rapid-fire practice? Check out our premium podcast, EM Rap ...
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - “O” is for One Calendar Year
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30:13As 2025 comes to a close, I’m reflecting on the lessons this year has taught me—as my first full calendar year living with a spinal cord injury. In this episode, I share insights that came from trial and error, growth and adaptation and learning how to live in a body and world that look very different than before. This isn’t a highlight reel or a h…
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - “K” is for Kids
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1:15:02In this episode, I’m joined by my friend and teammate Steven Slack—though everyone calls him Slack—as we talk about his journey into parenthood after a spinal cord injury. Slack shares what becoming a parent looked like post-injury, from navigating physical and emotional changes to redefining expectations and finding confidence in a role many peopl…
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - “P” is for Peristeen Plus.
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28:23In this episode, I share my experience trialing the Peristeen Plus transanal irrigation system—what it is, why I’m trying it, what the setup and training process look like and how things are going so far. I break down the basics of how Peristeen Plus works for neurogenic bowel management, what starting the trial actually involves, the learning curv…
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272. Holiday Heart: Who You Can Actually Cardiovert in the ED
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19:02Holiday Heart Syndrome is back for the season—and so are the AFib patients who swear they “only had a few drinks.” In this high-yield episode, we break down exactly who you can cardiovert safely in the ED. Learn the real <48-hour rule, how stroke risk actually changes the decision, and why holiday-triggered AFib is often the best rhythm to fix quic…
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271. PECARN Pediatric Head Trauma — When to CT Kids with Head Injury
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19:14CT or not CT? That is the PECARN question. Quick hits on when to scan (and when to save that kid from a lifetime of unnecessary radiation). Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 271. Nov 10th, 2025. …
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270. Hypoglycemia- you're not you when you're hungry
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23:00Hypoglycemia can mimic anything — from altered mental status to stroke. In this episode, we break down how to recognize, treat, and prevent rebound hypoglycemia in the ED. Learn the key pitfalls, IV vs oral glucose strategies, and when to think beyond insulin. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question ba…
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This is Part 2 of our special on PNA. Do all admitted pneumonia patients need IV antibiotics? What if they ate kale chips on arrival? In Part 2, we break down IV vs PO data, inpatient CAP regimens, when to cover for MRSA and Pseudomonas, and how to distinguish hospital-acquired from community-acquired pneumonia. Want to experience the greatest in b…
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - “U” is for Universal Design
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49:50What if our homes, workplaces, and public spaces were designed from the start to work for everyone—no retrofits needed, no barriers to inclusion? In this episode, I sit down with Rosemarie Rossetti, Ph.D., a nationally recognized advocate, speaker, and consultant in universal design, and co-creator of the Universal Design Living Laboratory, a groun…
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268. Kale Chips and CAP: Outpatient Pneumonia Treatment- Part 1
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17:38**This is Part 1 of a 2 part episode**. Your patient believes antibiotics are a conspiracy. But you just diagnosed him with community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). In Part 1, we cover outpatient antibiotic choices, resistance trends, ED decision tools, and why his “wellness spa” doesn’t change your diagnosis. Want to experience the greatest in board st…
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267. Crashing Asthmatic: ED Management That Saves Lives
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14:42When wheezing goes silent, things get real. Let's do a rapid-fire breakdown of how to manage life-threatening asthma in the ED — with pearls that might just save a life. Vent settings, epi hacks, ketamine tricks, and more in under 15 minutes. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FI…
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - “Y” is for Youth
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51:52In this episode, I sit down with Amie Day to talk about what it’s like to grow up with a spinal cord injury. Amie shares her perspective as someone who’s lived with her injury since childhood, and how she found connection and community through adaptive sports. Together, we explore resilience, play and the unexpected similarities that shape life aft…
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266. Spinal Epidural Abscess... with a twist
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21:03A 56-year-old with a punch card’s worth of back pain visits shows up again. Half the time he gets an MRI, the other half he gets Tylenol and a pat on the back. Today, though, there’s a twist—maybe some new weakness. Is this just another routine shift… or the epidural abscess we’ve all been dreading? Tune in as we cut through the noise and break dow…
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A Break From the Alphabet - Bonus Life Update
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22:24This episode, I’m taking a break from the Rogue S.C.I. Alphabet theme to share a more personal update. I’m halfway into year two of my spinal cord injury, and I want to reflect on what these first six months have looked like. From new challenges to different activities and lessons learned along the way, this episode is all about where I am right no…
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Amber was 15 when a late-night drive with her family ended in a crash that left her paralyzed. Years later, what happened that night would haunt her in ways she never saw coming.By FacingDisability.com
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265. Beta Blocker Overdose: There's only one real antidote
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12:54This is not your grandma's insulin. You need to know how to treat beta blocker overdose- flawlessly. Let's talk first-line antidotes, and life-saving interventions. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Husain, Iltifat. 26…
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264. How to not miss a Beta Blocker Overdose in the ED
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17:43This week we chat about a scary OD that honestly we are surprised isn't more common given the incidence of this medication in society. Let's learn how to recognize and diagnose beta blocker overdose. Key signs, symptoms, and ED evaluation for this life-threatening toxicology emergency. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out ou…
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - “D” is for Dating
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57:59In this episode, I’m joined by Keith and Liz to talk dating with a disability. Keith is a paraplegic living with a spinal cord injury, while Liz is able-bodied, and together they share their journey as a couple. From their first dates to navigating accessibility, communication and building a partnership, Keith and Liz open up about the realities, c…
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263. SCAPE in the ED: Rapid Recognition and Management
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10:43Let’s review the CLASSIC case of Sympathetic Crashing Acute Pulmonary Edema (SCAPE) in the ED with high-yield EM treatment strategy. This plan will make your patient better in <20 minutes. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blak…
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - “S” is for Service Dogs
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47:56In this episode, I talk with Aspen from Accessibility with Aspen Sage all about her incredible service dog, Jojo. Aspen shares how she decided a service dog was right for her, the detailed process of being matched with Jojo and what life has been like since they became a team. From the challenges of society to the moments of unconditional support, …
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Rob was a 17-year-old star football player with big plans for college. But a car crash one rainy afternoon left him paralyzed and forced him to trade touchdowns for something way tougher.By FacingDisability.com
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PALS in the ED: What Every EM Doc Needs to Know
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19:32In this episode we dive into what a labubu is (Blake still doesn't really know). Also we plan to master key PALS concepts for emergency medicine with this high-yield episode. Perfect for board prep and real-world pediatric codes. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kin…
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - “N” is for Nonprofit
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1:08:32In this episode, I’m joined by Tom Haig—a world traveler, writer, and disability advocate—whose journey after a spinal cord injury has taken him across continents and into the heart of global rehab reform. Tom and his brother founded the International Rehabilitation Forum (IRF), a nonprofit focused on expanding access to quality rehabilitation medi…
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261. Lateral Canthotomy in the ED: Time is Retina!
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9:11Learn when and how to perform a lateral canthotomy to prevent blindness in orbital compartment syndrome. A must-know emergency procedure for every EM physician. Join us in Knoxville, TN August 20 for the UT Emergency & Trauma Symposium. EM Board Bombs is sponsoring! Register here: utmedicalcenter.org/ut-lifestar-emergency-trauma-symposium Want to e…
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - “X” is for eXoskeleton
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51:25In this episode, I’m joined by Adam Quire, PT, DPT, from Lifeward to talk all about the ReWalk exoskeleton—a wearable robotic system designed to help individuals with spinal cord injuries stand up and walk again. We dive into how the technology works, who it’s for, what the training process looks like and how it’s making a real impact in people’s l…
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In this solo episode, I’m sharing my experience attending the Abilities Expo in Chicago for the second year in a row! From exploring the latest in accessible tech and adaptive gear to connecting with people who just get it, this event was an exciting one. I’ll talk about what stood out this year, what’s changed since my last visit and what it means…
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260. Massive Transfusion Protocol in the ED
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15:39If you’ve seen Fast & Furious, you already get the vibe—speed saves lives. In this episode, we break down the Massive Transfusion Protocol (MTP): when to activate it, how to do it right, and ratios. We also hit key points on TXA, resuscitation strategy, and common mistakes in trauma care.
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259. EM Critical Hits: The Ultimate EM Shelf Podcast for Med Students
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15:51Struggling with the EM Shelf or your Emergency Medicine rotation? We’ve listened. We got you. Check out this free sample episode from EM Critical Hits — a brand-new 33-episode series built for med students. High-yield and under 10 minutes. Here’s the link to the med student podcast: https://www.emboardbombs.com/med-student-em-podcast/ Cite this pod…
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - “Q” is for Quadriplegia
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1:05:56In this episode, I’m joined by two friends, Sam and Mackenzie, to talk about their experiences living with quadriplegia. Unlike my own spinal cord injury, which affects my lower body (paraplegia), quadriplegia means that all four limbs are impacted in some way. Together, we explore how that difference plays out in daily life, independence, relation…
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258. Hantavirus: Desert Killer you can't miss
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3:39This place is stunning—and deadly. Filmed live at Great Sand Dunes NP, home to one of the most lethal infections you’ve never heard of: Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome. This episode breaks down Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome: signs, exposure risks, and what every EM doc must know. Know the early signs. Know when to worry. Because you don’t need to be …
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - “L” is for Legislation on SCI Research
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58:05In this episode, I’m joined by Jason Stoffer, a research advocate with Unite 2 Fight Paralysis (U2FP), for a dive into Wisconsin’s legislation supporting spinal cord injury (SCI) research - Assembly Bill (AB) 92 and Senate Bill (SB 99). These bills prioritize research into all aspects of SCIs not just mobility. He brings real data to the table, sho…
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Aspiration Pneumonia in the ED: Diagnosis & Management
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9:36Learn how to diagnose and manage aspiration pneumonia in the ED with a twist. There's a board test answer and a "real life" answer for this one...Let's talk risk factors, key imaging findings, antibiotic choices, and when to worry. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its k…
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - “M” is for Men with Spinal Cord Injuries
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58:30In this episode, I’m joined by Paralympian Jeromie “Romie” Meyer for an honest and empowering conversation about living with a spinal cord injury as a man. Romie shares his personal journey—from the early days of injury to finding purpose through sport and advocacy. We talk about identity, masculinity, and mental health, and how each of these can s…
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We're LIVE @ SAEM! Come hang on Thursday from 12- 2pm
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0:58We’re in Philadelphia for SAEM and we want to meet YOU. Swing by our hangout this Thursday 5/15 from 12 to 2pm. We’ll be live on-site, hanging out, and giving away some EM Board Bombs swag. Don’t miss this—your subscription finally comes with a handshake and head nod of respect.
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256. Shock and Hypotensive? Do This FIRST
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22:58Master the first 5 minutes of managing a hypotensive patient. Learn how to rapidly identify shock types, apply the RUSH exam, and stabilize critically ill patients in the ED. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here. Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Wosiski…
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - “C” is for Catheters/Cathing
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57:01In this episode, we’re getting real about catheters and cathing. I’m joined by two of my friends from the spinal cord injury community, Connie and Sharon, and we share honest conversations about our personal experiences with cathing—what’s worked, what hasn’t, and how different our journeys have been. From distributor and product choices to the emo…
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - "A" is for Adaptive Clothing
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44:02In this episode, we're diving into the world of adaptive clothing - because what we wear matters, especially when our bodies and abilities change. I kick things off discussing some personal wins that I found with Victoria's Secret's adaptive bra and underwear line I've been using. Then, I'm joined by Jenny Kraft, creator of Project Awaken and her p…
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255. Mastering the Oral Boards: Difficult Case Walkthrough
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17:46Let’s tackle an oral boards-style EM case. Watch Blake as he is quizzed by Iltifat on the fly. Learn high-yield strategies, pitfalls, and what examiners expect on the EM Oral Boards. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here. Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake,…
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254. Scorpion stings: Live from Death Valley
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7:31Explore the dangers of scorpion envenomation in this thrilling LIVE-recorded episode from Death Valley, CA. This is an episode you’ll want to watch- the video shots of Death Vally are INCREDIBLE. Check us out on Youtube, Instagram, or TikTok. Learn key emergency medicine pearls and treatment strategies for your next shift. Want to experience the gr…
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The Rogue SCI Alphabet - "I" is for Interabled Relationship
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57:20Welcome back to SCI Chronicles! We're kicking off Season 2 with a very special guest: my husband. In this episode, we talk about life in an interabled relationship, what changed after my spinal cord injury and how we navigate everything from daily routines to public perceptions. This season, I'm trying something new: The Rogue SCI Alphabet- where e…
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EPISODE 7: REVECA "I LOOKED INTO THE FUTURE"
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12:54After 13-year-old Reveca was injured, she changed her plans for the future, and then discovered she didn't have to.By FacingDisability.com
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253. Measles in the ER: one clue you can't ignore!
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17:19Measles is making a comeback! Learn how to recognize key symptoms, prevent misdiagnosis, and manage MMR infections in the emergency department. Stay prepared for this highly contagious disease. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here. Cite this podcast as: Bri…
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Season 1 Finale - Reflecting Back & Moving Forward
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5:14Season 1 has been a journey of sharing my experiences, challenges, and wins in life with an SCI. As we wrap up, I'm reflecting on what I've shared and teasing what's next--broader topics that impact the SCI community and, hopefully, guest interviews. Thanks for being a part of this journey - see you in Season 2!…
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It's my first "Life Day" - the one-year anniversary of my spinal cord injury. In this episode, I reflect on what this day means to me and processing the emotions that comes with it. From grief and gratitude, I dive into the complexities of marking this milestone and what I've learned over the past year. Whether you're navigating your own injury, su…
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In this episode, I dive into what it's really like to balance my spinal cord injury with trying to have a "normal" day - whether that's working, spending time with friends and family, or just handling everyday tasks. From moments where my disability fades into the background to times when it throws a wrench in my plans, I'm sharing a candid look at…
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252. High blood pressure: will your head explode?
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16:21How do you treat asymptomatic hypertension in the ED? When is it urgent? Emergent? We break down what you need to know, myths, and what really matters. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here. Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 252. Hi…
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In this episode, I take you throught my first experience playing an adaptive sport - wheelchair rugby! I joined a practice with WASA (Wisconsin Adaptive Sports Association) and got a firsthand experience with this sport. I share what it was like using a rugby chair for the first time, how it compares to my everyday chair, and the differences betwee…
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The Power of Words: Platitudes and Perspective
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28:05In this episode, I turn the focus back to the mental and emotional side of living with a spinal cord injury by breaking down some common platitudes-how they have taken on new meaning, why they don't resonate, and which ones should really be avoided due to their unintended, negative connotations. Words have power, and the way we talk about disabilit…
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Boost your EM knowledge with high-yield, rapid pearls! In this episode, we cover life-saving tips for thyroid storm, beta-blocker overdose, heat stroke, SAH, and Ludwig’s— all in under 10 minutes. Perfect for EM boards or quick clinical refresher. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- th…
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Happy Valentine's Day! In this episode, I dive into what it's like being in an inter-abled marriage with my husband and how, while not drastically, my spinal cord injury has changed our relationship. From the ways we've adapted in daily life to the deeper connections we've built, I share and honest look at love after injury. And since no Valentine'…
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250. This is Tuberculosis- ain't no hold 'em
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16:56Breathtaking performances at the Grammy’s this year. Speaking of breathtaking, let’s talk TB! Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here. Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Wosiki-Kuhn, Marlena. 250. This is Tuberculosis- ain’t no hold ’em. February 10th, 2025.…
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