Best Dr Lara Zibners Podcasts (2025)

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Diphtheria, Pertussis, and Tetanus with Dr Lara Zibners 20:44

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4d ago20:44

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and Lara Zibners, MD discuss the August 2025 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice article, Diphtheria, Pertussis, and Tetanus: An Update of Evidence-Based Management of Pediatric Patients in the Emergency Department Introduction and guest background Host welcome, show context Dr. Lara Zibners’ credentials EB Medicine…

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Policy, Patients, and Public Service: A Conversation with Mac Deford 48:43

2d ago48:43

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In this episode of Unstable Vitals, we sit down with Mac Deford, former local government attorney, community advocate, and congressional candidate from South Carolina. From his time in the Coast Guard to his work in behavioral health and affordable housing, Mac has seen firsthand how policy decisions ripple through people’s lives. We talk about wha…

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Adrenal Insufficiency 25:55

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the October 2025 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Evaluation and Management of Patients With Adrenal Insufficiency Introduction Welcome and host introductions Brief overview of the episode’s topic Resources and CME reminder Article Overview Source: Emergency Medicin…

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Why Smart Women Still Get Silenced with Alison Fragale 43:33

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By Dr. Adam Brown and Dr. Lara Zibners

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Steroid Use – An Interview with Dr. Evan Dvorin 18:57

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By EB Medicine

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Stronger Bones, Stronger Health: Rethinking Orthopedics with Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein 56:05

2M ago56:05

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In this episode of Unstable Vitals, hosts Dr. Adam Brown and Dr. Lara Zibners sit down with orthopedic surgeon, researcher, and author Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein. Together, they dig into an often-overlooked area of medicine: bone and joint health as the foundation for long-term wellness. Dr. Wittstein shares insights from her new book, The Complete Bone…

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Regulation Nation: When Policy Kills or Promotes Innovation with Dr. Steven Farmer 46:09

2M ago46:09

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In this episode of Unstable Vitals, Dr. Adam Brown and Dr. Lara Zibners welcome Dr. Steven Farmer, former senior leader at the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (and Adam’s husband). Between playful banter and sharp commentary, the trio dives into the serious business of healthcare regulation: why the U.S. system remains unaffordable, how…

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Adult Status Epilepticus 25:35

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the September 2025 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Patients With Status Epilepticus Topic Introduction Focus: Status Epilepticus in Adults Reference to recent pediatric episode Article authors: Dr. Marquez, Dr. Kaur, Dr. Lay Why Status Epilepticus Mat…

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National Physician Suicide Awareness Day: A Conversation with Dr. Stefanie Simmons 53:16

2M ago53:16

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Trigger warning: This episode contains discussion of physician mental health and suicide. If this topic is distressing, please consider listening with support nearby or using local mental health resources. In this episode of Unstable Vitals, hosts Dr. Adam Brown and Dr. Lara Zibners sit down with Dr. Stefanie Simmons, Chief Medical Officer of the D…

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The Locums Life with Ali Chaudhary, MD 16:40

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews Ali Chaudhary, MD about the benefits of working Locum Tenens in Emergency Medicine. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:54 Meet Dr. Ali Chaudhary 01:41 The State of Emergency Medicine 03:29 Understanding Locum Tenens 05:45 Financial Benefits of Locum Work 08:40 Balancing Family Life with Locum Work 12:54 Locu…

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Profits, Patients & the Great Incentive Game Part 2 32:07

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In this episode of Unstable Vitals, Dr. Adam Brown and Dr. Lara Zibners dive into one of the biggest challenges in healthcare today: misaligned incentives. Should our system prioritize profit or patients? How do payment models, public policy, and personal responsibility collide to shape health outcomes? From fee-for-service vs. value-based care to …

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Profits, Patients & the Great Incentive Game Part 1 32:32

2M ago32:32

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Why is the U.S. healthcare system so expensive, yet so ineffective? In this episode of Unstable Vitals, Dr. Adam Brown and Dr. Lara Zibners dive deep into the tangled web of patients, profits, and misaligned incentives driving instability in American healthcare. From skyrocketing medical school debt and low primary care reimbursements to insurance …

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Residency, Startup Life, and the Struggle to Survive with Dr. Jared Dashevsky 58:47

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Residency: the rite of passage every doctor must survive before practicing on their own. But is the system built to train (or to break) young physicians? In this episode of Unstable Vitals, Dr. Laura Zibners and Dr. Adam Brown sit down with Dr. Jared Dashevsky, a resident physician at Mount Sinai and founder of Healthcare Huddle, to unpack the real…

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Sepsis & Septic Shock- An Interview with Dr Lauren Black 27:19

3M ago27:19

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews Lauren Black, MD about the August 2025 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Updates and Controversies in the Early Management of Sepsis and Septic Shock 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:09 Meet Dr. Lauren Page Black: Sepsis Expert 01:56 Sepsis Statistics and Impact 04:16 Understanding Sepsis Definitions 09…

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The Vagina is Everyone’s Business with Dr. Marina Gerner 49:00

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In this episode of Unstable Vitals, we dive into a staggering truth: women make 80% of healthcare decisions, yet only 4% of R&D dollars focus on women’s health. Dr. Marina Gerner, award-winning journalist, author of The Vagina Business, and professional myth-buster, joins Dr. Lara Zibners and Dr. Adam Brown to unpack why the system is built on male…

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How To Focus with Christina Shenvi, MD, PhD, MBA 22:25

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews Christina Shenvi, MD, PhD, MBA about ways to manage your day and keep distraction at bay. Introduction to Dr. Christina Shenvi Why Focus and Time Management Matter Experiences coaching medical students and professionals The importance of managing mind, time, and attention Applicability to both career and pe…

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The Politics of Health: RFK Jr., Nutrition & National Wellness 41:47

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Can we really Make America Healthy Again? In this dynamic and slightly unconventional episode, our hosts Dr. Adam Brown and Dr. Lara Zibners combine a spin class with a candid conversation on the fragility of the American public health system. As they pedal through pop hits and resistance levels, they dig into the recent political shifts shaking up…

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Pediatric Status Epilepticus 21:42

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the July 2025 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Status Epilepticus in Pediatric Patients Introduction Welcome and brief overview of the episode Promotion of EB Medicine’s $1 for 7-day trial offer Why Pediatric Status Epilepticus Matters Seizures make up…

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Fighter Jets, Frontlines & First-Gen Dreams: A STEM Life with Dr. Owais Durrani 46:51

4M ago46:51

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In this episode of Unstable Vitals, ER docs-turned-entrepreneurs Dr. Adam Brown and Dr. Lara Zibners sit down with Dr. Owais Durrani — emergency physician, media personality, STEM advocate, and Coldplay superfan — for an unfiltered conversation that flies from fighter jets to frontline care. A first-generation college student, Dr. Durrani shares ho…

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Paging Dr. Burnout: When the White Coat Comes Off 37:45

5M ago37:45

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In this episode of Unstable Vitals, hosts Dr. Adam Brown and Dr. Lara Zibners sit down with Dr. Melissa Parsons, a former top pediatrician turned life coach, to unpack the emotional cost of surviving in the healthcare system. Melissa shares her deeply personal journey from burnout and perfectionism to finding healing through coaching, vulnerability…

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Special: HLTH Europe Recap 32:58

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In this special episode of Unstable Vitals, your hosts Dr. Adam Brown and Dr. Lara Zibners dive into their experience at the HLTH Europe conference in Amsterdam — a dynamic, innovation-driven gathering for health tech startups, investors, and industry leaders. They share what made the event stand out, from the high-energy networking and startup pit…

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Thyroid Emergencies 20:46

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Special Offer - EB Medicine is 26 years old! Get 26% off all purchases at ebmedicine.net! In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the June 2025 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Patients With Thyroid Emergencies Introduction to Thyroid Emergencies Understanding Decompensated Hypothyroidism Th…

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What's the Big Deal? 49:10

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Episode 2 of Unstable Vitals features hosts Dr. Lara Zibners and Dr. Adam Brown, as they offer an unfiltered and often humorous look into the realities of emergency medicine. They delve into why people are so fascinated by ER stories, particularly the more bizarre and gruesome ones, a common question they face at social gatherings. The hosts share …

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Parkinson's, Myasthenia Gravis, and MS in the ED 21:05

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the May 2025 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Patients With Complications of Chronic Neurologic Disease: Parkinson Disease, Myasthenia Gravis, and Multiple Sclerosis Parkinson's Disease Importance of maintaining medication schedule for Parkinson's pati…

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Strategies for Keeping Trauma at Bay with Rob Orman, MD 25:02

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews Rob Orman, MD about ways to manage the trauma inflicted by the ER. Discussing Trauma in Emergency Medicine Personal Experiences with Trauma The Impact of Suppression Defining Trauma and Its Effects Integration vs. Disintegration Debriefing and Coping Mechanisms The Driveway Debrief Nurse and Physician Dynam…

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Sodium Disorders 26:57

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the April 2025 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Sodium Disorders in the Emergency Department: A Review of Hypernatremia and Hyponatremia Hypernatremia (High Sodium Levels) Definition: Sodium level greater than 145 mEq/L Breakdown into three categories based on total body water status Hy…

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Healthcare is Unstable, and So Are We 29:18

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In our debut episode, meet your hosts—two ER doctors turned health policy nerds—who are fed up with pretending everything’s fine in healthcare when it’s clearly… not. From government chaos to moral injury in medicine, we kick off with a candid (and sometimes hilarious) look at why the system feels broken and what inspired us to start this podcast. …

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An Interview with Dr. Patrick O'Malley 32:15

7M ago32:15

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews Patrick O'Malley MD about his career in emergency medicine, The Laceration Course, and the power of connection with our patients. Dr. Patrick O'Malley's Journey in Emergency Medicine The Laceration Course: Origins and Evolution The EM Docs Side Hustle Facebook Group The Patient That Changed My Life For More…

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Knee Pain 43:38

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the March 2025 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Knee Pain Common Etiologies of Knee Pain Risk Factors and Statistics Infectious Causes of Knee Pain Pre-Hospital Care and EMS History and Physical Exam Imaging Guidelines Ottawa Knee Rule and X-Ray Necess…

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Rural EM and Traumatic ICH – An Interview with Ashley Weisman, MD 10:07

9M ago10:07

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews Ashley Weisman, MD about her career in rural emergency medicine, and the February 2025 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Management of Traumatic Intracranial Hemorrhage in the Emergency Department Interview with Dr. Ashley Wiseman Introduction of Dr. Wiseman: Emergency physician specializing in rural ER.…

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Traumatic ICH - An Interview with Erin D'Agostino, MD 34:20

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews Erin D'Agostino, MD about the February 2025 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Management of Traumatic Intracranial Hemorrhage in the Emergency Department Pathophysiology Types of Traumatic Brain Injuries Pre-Hospital Care Critical History and Physical Examination Neurological Assessment and Monitoring La…

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Alkali Exposure 20:31

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the January 2025 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Alkali Exposure: An Evidence-Based Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment Patient Demographics and Case Scenarios: Types of patients prone to alkali exposure Causes and scenarios leading to alkali exposure (e.g., accidental, intentional, so…

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EM Innovation Collaborative - An interview with Nicholas Stark, MD, MBA & Zaid Altawil, MD 15:08

10M ago15:08

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews Nicholas Stark, MD, MBA & Zaid Altawil, MD about the Emergency Medicine Innovation Collaborative 1. Discussion on EMIC - Overview of the collaborative - Background and formation during the pandemic in late 2021 2. Growth of EMIC - Expansion from three members to over 500 - Focus areas: Education, mentorship…

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Acute Mesenteric Ischemia 20:13

11M ago20:13

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the December 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Diagnosis and Management of Acute Mesenteric Ischemia in the Emergency Department Introduction to Acute Mesenteric Ischemia Statistics on prevalence and mortality Pathophysiology and EtiologyMesenteric artery embolism Mesenteric artery …

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Low Back Pain 57:01

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the November 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Patients With Low Back Pain: A Review of Current Evidence Prevalence and Importance of Back Pain in the ED Differential Diagnosis and Serious Pathologies Patient Expectations and Management Strategies …

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Pediatric Scrotal Pain 17:44

1y ago17:44

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the October 2024 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Acute Scrotal Pain in Pediatric Patients 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:13 Free Subscription for Emergency Medicine Residents 01:05 Introduction to Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice 01:…

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Navigating the IV Fluid Shortage - An Interview with Ryan Johnson, Pharm. D. 17:47

1y ago17:47

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In this special episode Sam Ashoo, MD interviews Ryan Johnson, Pharm. D. who shares strategies to address the recent IV fluid shortage caused by Hurricane Helene. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 01:10 Meet Ryan Johnson: Clinical Pharmacist 02:06 Role of Clinical Pharmacists in Emergency Medicine 05:03 IV Fluid Shortage: Causes and Impact 05…

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Chaos and Resilience: Surviving a Hurricane in Asheville, NC 15:21

1y ago15:21

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In this episode, Dr. Julia Draper shares her firsthand account of managing a crisis during a hurricane in Asheville, North Carolina. As the area faced unprecedented flooding, Dr. Draper describes the challenges faced at Mission Hospital, including loss of power and water. She details the innovative solutions the hospital implemented and highlights …

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Maladaptive Perfectionism with Rob Orman, MD 38:17

1y ago38:17

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In this special episode, Sam Ashoo MD and Rob Orman MD discuss the concept of Maladaptive Perfectionism and its application to emergency medicine. Understanding Maladaptive Perfectionism Case Example and Discussion Adaptive vs Maladaptive Perfectionism Personal Experiences and Legal Challenges Dealing with Negative Outcomes Strategies for Managing …

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Elder Abuse and Neglect 32:13

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the September 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Elder Abuse and Neglect: Making the Diagnosis and Devising a Treatment Plan in the Emergency Department Introduction and Announcements Elder Abuse and Neglect: An Overview Risk Factors and Reporting Pre-Hospital and Emergency Departmen…

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Physicians on Social Media 37:53

1y ago37:53

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews social media marketing expert Adam Goodcoff, DO, Founder and CEO of MedFluencers. Meet Dr. Adam Goodcoff The Role of Physicians on Social Media Legal Considerations for Physicians on Social Media Employer Policies and Social Media Creating Engaging Content Balancing Professionalism and Personal Life on Soci…

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Sickle Cell Disease in the ED 56:08

1+ y ago56:08

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the August 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Patients With Sickle Cell Disease Epidemiology Common Presentation of Sickle Cell Disease in the ED Screening and Diagnosis Differences Epidemiology: 200,000 ED Visits Annually, 85% for Pain Pathophysiol…

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Dialysis Emergencies 45:22

1+ y ago45:22

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the July 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Patients With Complications of Dialysis Overview of Dialysis Complications Key Dialysis ComplicationsCardiovascular Disease Congestive Heart Failure Pericarditis and Cardiac Tamponade Neurological Sequelae…

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Opioid Use Disorder in the ED - An Interview with Corey Hazekamp, MD, MS 44:10

1+ y ago44:10

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD interview Corey Hazekamp, MD, MS, one of authors of the June 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Managing Emergency Department Patients With Opioid Use Disorder Current State of Opioid Epidemic Overview of overdose deaths and trends. Data and statistics about opioid overdose mortality rates. …

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Action Is The Antidote For Rumination - An Interview with Rob Orman, MD 40:13

1+ y ago40:13

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews Rob Orman, MD, founder of Orman Physician Coaching, about routine examination of our careers in emergency medicine. Understanding Career Cycles and Embracing Change The Importance of Career Reflection and Making Trades Navigating Career Satisfaction and Preventing Burnout Proactive Career Management and Ref…

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Ketamine in the ED - An Interview with Reuben Strayer, MD 53:23

1+ y ago53:23

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD interview Reuben J. Strayer, MD, author of the May 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Current Concepts in Ketamine Therapy in the Emergency Department Diving Into Ketamine Use in Emergency Medicine Understanding Ketamine: From Origins to Emergency Use Exploring the Ketamine Brain Continuum K…

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Suicidal Ideation and Self-Harm in Children 55:57

1+ y ago55:57

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews Ashley A. Foster, MD, Bijan Ketabchi, MD, MPH and Jennifer A. Hoffmann, MD, MS on the March 2024 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice article, Evaluation and Management of Suicidal Ideation and Self-Harm in Children in the Emergency Department Introduction Understanding Suicidal Ideation and Self Harm in Y…

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Brief Resolved Unexplained Events (BRUE) 47:49

1+ y ago47:49

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the April 2024 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice article, Brief Resolved Unexplained Events: Practical Evaluation and Management in the Emergency Department Introduction The Evolution of BRUE Understanding BRUE Guidelines The Importance of Pre-Hospital Care in BRUE Cases Investigating t…

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Constipation 50:37

1+ y ago50:37

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the March 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Evaluation and Management of Constipation Prevalence and Impact Understanding the Causes Medications That Can Cause Constipation Dealing with Fecal Impaction Understanding Stercoral Colitis Pre-Hospital Care ED History…

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Febrile Infants Aged ≤60 Days - An Interview With Dr Paul Aronson

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews Paul Aronson, MD, MHS, one of the authors of the February 2024 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice article, Febrile Infants Aged ≤60 Days: Evaluation and Management in the Emergency Department Guideline Changes Pathophysiology Etiology and Definitions Prehospital Care ED History and Physical Diagnostic St…