Best Thrombectomy Podcasts (2025)

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Navigating the Finish Line: Maximizing Efficiency During Mechanical Thrombectomy (Sponsored by AngioDynamics) 8:20

16d ago8:20

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In this episode, we explore considerations in mechanical thrombectomy for pulmonary embolism, with particular emphasis on determining appropriate endpoints for concluding a procedure and the critical role of time and procedural efficiency. Key takeaways cover optimizing procedure duration, achieving meaningful reductions in pulmonary artery pressur…

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Episode 89: Thrombectomy for stroke, with Justin Fraser 59:55

17d ago59:55

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We explore the world of thrombectomy for acute ischemic stroke with Justin F. Fraser (@doctorjfred), MD, FAANS, FAHA, Professor and Vice-Chair of Neurological Surgery and Director of Cerebrovascular Surgery and Neuro-interventional Radiology at University of Kentucky, where he specializes in cerebrovascular, endovascular, skull base, and endoscopic…

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Lightning rounds 52: Echo tips with Michael Lanspa 59:47

3d ago59:47

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We chat with Dr. Michael Lanspa, intensivist and director of the Intermountain Critical Care Echocardiography Core Lab, about common pitfalls among bedside POCUS users and tricks for doing it better. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Takeaway lessonsBy Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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LetsFIXtheNHS Unfiltered: Sir David Haslam 52:47

4d ago52:47

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Sir David Haslam has spent a lifetime at the heart of British healthcare — from working as a frontline GP to chairing the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and advising the Care Quality Commission. Few people have had more influence — or more insight into why the NHS is struggling and what it will take to fix it. In this epis…

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Leading Forward: Dr. Moriarty and Dr. Elder Discuss the Future of PERT 29:50

11d ago29:50

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Join us for an exclusive look inside The PERT Consortium™ as President Dr. John Moriarty and incoming President Dr. Mahir Elder sat down with Communications Committee Chair Dr. James Horowitz. From their personal journeys into leadership, to The Consortium's most impactful initiatives, this episode uncovers the bold vision driving the future of PE …

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Episode 87: Maternal-fetal monitoring with Stephanie Martin 51:42

1M ago51:42

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We learn about the basics of fetal monitoring in the critically ill pregnant woman and how to integrate them into our ICU workflows, with Stephanie Martin, MFM obstetrician and host of the Critical Care Obstetrics podcast and teacher at the Critical Care Obstretrics Academy. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon … Continue re…

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Challenging the Myths of PE Management: Multidisciplinary Insights and Clinical Evidence in a Rapidly Evolving Landscape (Sponsored by Boston Scientific) 12:53

1M ago12:53

12:53

In this episode, a multidisciplinary panel of PE key opinion leaders share insights and challenge perceived myths within the landscape of PE real world evidence and care. Listen in for the latest data, contemporary treatment strategies, and preview anticipated future developments in this rapidly evolving field of PE.…

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Academy bites: The power of disagreeing 8:36

1M ago8:36

8:36

Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Episode 86: EEGs in the ICU with Carolina Maciel

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We discuss the basics of EEG in the ICU, including when to do it, selecting the appropriate study, and the basics of bedside interpretation, with Carolina B Maciel, MD, MSCR, FAAN, triple boarded in neurology, neurocritical care, and critical care EEG. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your … Continue reading "E…

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The PERT Model: A Trainee Perspective 11:27

2M ago11:27

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In this episode of PERTcast, Trainee Council members present compelling cases, discuss their PERT volunteer experience, and encourage residents and fellows to get involved given the many benefits of doing so.

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PERT: The Trainee Council Experience (Accepting Applications Now) 23:33

2M ago23:33

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In this episode, resident and fellow members of The PERT Consortium™ Trainee Council share their volunteerism experience with consortium leaders Drs. Rachel Rosovsky and James Horowitz. From research to mentorship, educational content development to committee appointments, this discussion highlights the tremendous value for trainees serving on the …

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Lightning rounds 51: Hemodynamic interfaces with Philippe Rola 43:43

2M ago43:43

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Philippe Rola, intensivist, master of the VEXUS scan, and founder of the Hospitalist and Resuscitationist conference, shares his recent model of four hemodynamic interfaces to describe the entire circulatory system. Register for the H&R conference (May 22-23 2025) here with the discount code provided in the show. (No, we’re not sponsored, just a co…

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Episode 88: ICU Liberation SCCM Congress 2025 13:55

2M ago13:55

13:55

A roundup from members of the SCCM’s ICU Liberation committee, recorded at SCCM Congress 2025. Included:By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Lightning rounds 50: Mastering PA catheter placement with Matt Siuba 1:04:28

3M ago1:04:28

1:04:28

We learn the vanishing art of placing the PA (Swan-Ganz) catheter, with intensivist and friend of the podcast Matt Siuba (@msiuba). Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here! Takeaway points References Insertion video Wedge distance How measurement technique affects diagnosis Thermo in TR review POCUS fo…

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Lightning rounds 49: The Vortex approach with Nicholas Chrimes 1:07:13

3M ago1:07:13

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We learn about the Vortex approach to airway management, as well as airway algorithms and mental models in general, with Vortex creator and anesthesiologist Dr. Nicholas Chrimes, anaesthetist and cofounder of the Safe Airway Society. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here! References…

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Episode 85: Tracheostomy basics with Vinciya Pandian 46:01

4M ago46:01

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We discuss the basics of evaluation for tracheostomy placement, periprocedural care, and post-procedure complications with Vinciya Pandian, PhD, ACNP, FCCM, tracheostomy nurse practitioner and researcher. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Academy bites: You were here when we were not 15:40

4M ago15:40

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Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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PERT Case: Unlocking Solutions Together 11:28

4M ago11:28

11:28

Join us for a compelling episode as we highlight key insights from our recent webinar, featuring a fascinating complex case of a 75-year-old female patient with a history of Sjogren's syndrome, breast cancer, and chronic thromboembolic disease. Our expert panelists discuss the complexities of diagnosis, the role of advanced imaging techniques, and …

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From Clinical Trial to Real-World Impact: AlphaVac System for Pulmonary Embolism 7:31

4M ago7:31

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Tune in now as the expert faculty dives into how the AlphaVac System is transforming pulmonary embolism treatment. In this podcast, they highlight key insights from the APEX-AV trial, explore real-world applications, and discuss the future of PE management. Don’t miss this insightful discussion on bridging clinical trials to real-world impact!…

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Episode 84: Acute liver failure with Sergio Navarrete 56:39

4M ago56:39

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We discuss assessment, monitoring, medical stabilization, and when to consider transplant of the patient with acute liver failure. We are joined by Dr. Sergio Navarrete, anesthesiologist and intensivist with fellowship training in transplant anesthesia. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here! Takeaway…

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Episode 83: Cardiac arrest with Scott Weingart 1:10:15

5M ago1:10:15

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We talk about the nitty-gritty details of a well-run cardiac arrest, with Scott Weingart of Emcrit (@emcrit), ED intensivist. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here! Takeaway lessons ResourcesBy Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Lightning rounds 48: Complete airway closure with Thomas Piraino 1:13:45

5M ago1:13:45

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We talk about the phenomenon of airway closure during mechanical ventilation, with Thomas Piraino, RRT, FCSRT, FAARC, adjunct lecturer for the Department of Anesthesia at McMaster University, editor of The Centre of Excellence in Mechanical Ventilation Blog, and a member of the editorial board of Respiratory Care. Learn more at the Intensive Care A…

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Episode 82: When it goes wrong 55:55

6M ago55:55

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Our approach to common problems and troubleshooting: Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Lightning rounds 47: Post-op care transitions 44:09

6M ago44:09

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We chat about the post-op transition of care from the OR to the ICU, including questions to ask, workflows, and pitfalls. Check out the Intensive Care Academy here! Bryan’s textbook: Concepts in Surgical Critical Care Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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PE CoE Accreditation Blueprint: Navigating the PE CoE Program Town Hall 5:21

6M ago5:21

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Hear from the experts about the transformative benefits of the PE Center of Excellence (PE CoE) Accreditation Program. This session highlights how this innovative program can elevate your institution's standard of care for Pulmonary Embolism. Tune in to discover the blueprint for driving excellence in PE care.…

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The Clinical PE Story: PEERLESS RCT Comparing FlowTriever to CDT 12:11

7M ago12:11

12:11

Join us for a recap of The Clinical PE Story: PEERLESS RCT Comparing FlowTriever to CDT, an in-depth discussion on the results of the PEERLESS randomized controlled trial. This session explores the RCT outcomes and offers valuable clinical insights into the future of PE intervention and patient care.…

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Episode 81: Bacterial meningitis with Casey Albin 58:42

7M ago58:42

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We talk about diagnosis, treatment, and subsequent care of the patient with bacterial meningitis, with Emory neurointensivist Casey Albin, MD (@caseyalbin). Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here! Takeaway lessons ResourcesBy Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Lightning rounds 46: Nick Ghionni on combating cognitive bias 55:40

7M ago55:40

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We chat with Nick Ghionni, pulm/crit attending at MedStar Baltimore Hospital, about identifying and combating cognitive biases in our clinical decision-making. Check out the Intensive Care Academy here! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Episode 80: Implementing the A-F bundle with Kali Dayton 58:08

8M ago58:08

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We discuss the practical barriers to implementing the A-F ICU liberation bundle, with Kali Dayton, ACNP-BC (@daytonicu), host of the Walking Home from the ICU podcast, and consultant to ICUs working on these issues. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!…

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Lightning rounds 45: Noelia Bischoff on transitioning nursing roles 38:55

8M ago38:55

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We chat with Noelia Bischoff, recently off orientation in the medical ICU at Johns Hopkins as a nurse practitioner, about the transition from her role as a bedside ICU nurse. Check out the Intensive Care Academy here! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Episode 79: Transfusion reactions with Joe Chaffin 55:54

9M ago55:54

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We discuss transfusion reactions, risks, and management, including infection, consent, TRALI, TACO, and hemolytic reactions—with Dr. Joe Chaffin (@bloodbankguy), the “Blood Bank Guy” and transfusion medicine specialist. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here! Takeaway lessons…

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Lightning rounds 44: Post-intubation sedation roundup 32:00

9M ago32:00

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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!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Episode 78: Echoing the RV with Matt Siuba 55:29

9M ago55:29

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We talk the nitty-gritty of assessing the right heart using echocardiography, with our friend Matt Siuba (@msiuba), intensivist at the Cleveland Clinic and master of zentensivism. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here! Takeaway lessonsBy Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Advancing PE Care: AI’s Impact on Workflow Efficiency and Patient Outcomes 5:13

10M ago5:13

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This episode highlights how the Viz.ai solution has improved the efficiency of a PERT team in Cincinnati. Tune in to hear how it started and how it’s going!

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Lightning rounds 43: AI in medicine, with Nawar Shara 56:43

10M ago56:43

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We explore the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and its role in medicine, with Nawar Shara (@NawarShara), PhD, Chief of Research Data Science at Medstar Health Research Institute and cofounding director of the AI Collab between Medstar and Georgetown. Check out the Intensive Care Academy here! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch her…

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Special episode: The Intensive Care Academy 22:10

10M ago22:10

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We share our grand new project, the Intensive Care Academy, an online, video-based, subscriber-only educational platform. Check it out at icu101.com!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Episode 77: Mastering APRV with Rory Spiegel 1:02:11

10M ago1:02:11

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We discuss the practicalities of using airway pressure release ventilation (APRV) with Dr. Rory Spiegel (@EMnerd_), emergency physician and intensivist at MedStar Washington Hospital Center (and EMNerd at Emcrit). Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here! Takeaway lessonsBy Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Lightning rounds 42: Hospital chaplains, with Christine V. Davies 47:49

11M ago47:49

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We learn about the training, role, and benefits of hospital chaplains, with Christine V. Davies, MDiv, MSW, Director of Chaplaincy at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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New Horizons of Risk Stratification 10:40

11M ago10:40

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Listen to hear our expert panel discuss risk stratification beyond the current guidelines. Topics include normotensive shock, a perspective from radiology, the NEWS Score, and VTI. Faculty discuss interesting cases and address challenging questions regarding how to risk stratify.

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Episode 76: Rehabilitation psychology, with Megan Hosey 42:42

11M ago42:42

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We discuss the field of rehabilitation psychology, and how it can help patients with persistent critical illness, with Dr. Megan Hosey (@DrMeganHoseyPhD), clinical psychologist and assistant professor at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, where she practices in the medical ICU. Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here! Takeaway lessons Resources…

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Lightning rounds 41: Respiratory therapy with Keith Lamb 40:14

12M ago40:14

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We explore the profession of respiratory therapy in the US, including their role and training and how to optimize our clinical relationships, with Keith Lamb (@kdlamb1), RRT, RRT-ACCS, FAARC, FCCM. Keith is an RT at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, working clinically in neuro/surgical/trauma critical care, who has been active in resea…

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TIRBO 62: The sweet spot for learning 17:22

12M ago17:22

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Responsible self-directed learning occurs in a zone between comfort and novelty. Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Episode 75: Automatic tube compensation, with Ben Fabry 56:54

1y ago56:54

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We discuss the principles and application of automatic tube compensation (ATC) on modern ventilators, with its creator Ben Fabry. Dr. Fabry is a professor and chair of biophysics at University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, originally trained as an electrical engineer, who originally developed ATC as part of his PhD program. Find us on Patreon here! Buy yo…

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TIRBO 61: How to use POCUS (our expert consensus) 23:06

1y ago23:06

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Brandon summarizes his recent publication describing best practices for performing POCUS. Read the paper open access at POCUS Journal. Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Episode 74: Obstructive shock, with Sarah Lorenzini (Nurses’ Podcrawl 2024) 49:54

1y ago49:54

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Our collaboration with Sarah Lorenzini of the Rapid Response RN podcast, discussing a case and general principles for diagnosing and managing obstructive shock. Check out the other episodes on shock in the Nurses’ Podcrawl 2024! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Lightning rounds 40: Critical care medicine fellowships with Nicholas Ghionni 39:10

1y ago39:10

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We chat about pulmonary/critical care medicine fellowship with recent graduate Nicholas Ghionni (@pulmtoilet), a first-year attending at the MedStar Baltimore Hospital system. He completed PCCM fellowship at MedStar Washington Hospital Center where he also served as chief fellow. Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!…

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TIRBO 60: They don’t care about you 13:00

1y ago13:00

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The difference between people and institutions. Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Episode 73: POCUS for nephrology, with Abhilash Koratala 53:51

1y ago53:51

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We discuss the role of point-of-care ultrasound in evaluating the patient with kidney injury and assessing volume status, with Abhilash Koratala (@nephroP), nephrologist, Director of Clinical Imaging for Nephrology at the Medical College of Wisconsin, and champion of nephrology-focused ultrasound. Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here! Takea…

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TIRBO 59: How we make the podcast 20:35

1y ago20:35

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The nuts and bolts of how we produce the show. Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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Lightning rounds 39: Understanding flight medicine with Jace Mullen 52:09

1y ago52:09

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We explore critical care transport medicine from both a clinical and career perspective, including helicopters (HEMS), fixed wing jet, and ground ambulance transports, with Jace Mullen, flight paramedic and airway educator out of Denver. Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here!By Brandon Oto, PA-C, FCCM and Bryan Boling, DNP, ACNP, FCCM

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