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Superwarfarin toxicity: recognition, reversal, and prolonged vitamin K therapy. Hosts: Mac Josh Reandelar, DO Avir Mitra, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Superwarfarin_Toxicity.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Toxicology Show Notes Toxicology & Pathophysiology Long-acting vitamin K antagonists (LA-VKAs), developed as potent rodenticides Examples: brodifacoum,…
Group A strep in the pediatric ED: from strep throat to invasive disease and toxic shock. Host: Ellen Duncan, MD, PhD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Group_A_Strep.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Infectious Diseases , Pediatrics Show Notes Background Group A strep = Streptococcus pyogenes — gram-positive organism that colonizes the pharynx, but…
A guide to diagnosing, imaging, and managing acute renal colic and nephrolithiasis in the ED. Hosts: Brian Gilberti, MD Avir Mitra, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Nephrolithiasis.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Kidney Stones , Urology Show Notes 1. CLINICAL CORE & PHYSIOLOGIC FRAMEWORK Epidemiologic Risk Profiles Lifetime incidence parameters hover around 1 in 11…
Diagnosis, workup, and the four-step treatment protocol for thyroid storm. Hosts: Annaliese Elam, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Thyroid_Storm.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Critica Care , Endocrine , Thyroid Storm Show Notes I. Pathophysiology & Diagnosis Definition: Life-threatening hypermetabolic state resulting from decompensated…
We discuss this ominous complication of providing local anesthesia. Hosts: Elaine Jonas, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/LAST.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Critical Care , Toxicology Show Notes I. Pathophysiology & Mechanisms Definition: Systemic toxicity secondary to local anesthetic (LA) via accidental intravascular injection or excessive…
We discuss the diagnosis and treatment of one of EM's paradoxes: High-Output Heart Failure. Hosts: Nicolas Gonzalez, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/HOHF.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Cardiology Show Notes Core EM Modular CME Course Maximize your commute with the new Core EM Modular CME Course, featuring the most essential content distilled…
We explore how to refine and optimize care in the vital minutes following ROSC. Hosts: Jonathan Elmer, MD, MS Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Post-ROSC_care.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Show Notes Core EM Modular CME Course Maximize your commute with the new Core EM Modular CME Course, featuring the most essential content distilled from our top-rated…
We review diagnosing and managing bacterial meningitis in the ED. Hosts: Sarah Fetterolf, MD Avir Mitra, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Meningitis_2_0.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: CNS Infections , Infectious Diseases , Neurology Show Notes Core EM Modular CME Course Maximize your commute with the new Core EM Modular CME Course, featuring the most essential…
We discuss the diagnosis and management of SCAPE in the ED. Hosts: Naz Sarpoulaki, MD, MPH Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/SCAPEv2.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Acute Pulmonary Edema , Critical Care Show Notes Core EM Modular CME Course Maximize your commute with the new Core EM Modular CME Course, featuring the most essential content distilled…
We discuss the shift to prehospital blood to treat shock sooner. Hosts: Nichole Bosson, MD, MPH, FACEP Avir Mitra, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Prehospital_Transfusion.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: EMS , Prehospital Care , Trauma Show Notes Core EM Modular CME Course Maximize your commute with the new Core EM Modular CME Course, featuring the most essential…
We review BRUEs (Brief Resolved Unexplained Events). Hosts: Ellen Duncan, MD, PhD Noumi Chowdhury, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/BRUE.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Pediatrics Show Notes What is a BRUE? BRUE stands for Brief Resolved Unexplained Event. It typically affects infants <1 year of age and is characterized by a sudden, brief, and now resolved episode…
Lessons from Rwanda’s Marburg Virus Outbreak and Building Resilient Systems in Global EM. Hosts: Tsion Firew, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Marburg_Virus.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Global Health , Infectious Diseases Show Notes Context and the Rwanda Marburg Experience The Threat: Marburg Virus Disease is from the same family as Ebola and…
We review the diagnosis, risk stratification, & management of acute pulmonary embolism in the ED. Hosts: Vivian Chiu, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Acute_Pulmonary_Embolism.mp3 Download One Comment Tags: Pulmonary Show Notes Core Concepts and Initial Approach Definition: Obstruction of pulmonary arteries, usually from a DVT in the proximal lower…
We break down pneumothorax: risks, diagnosis, and management pearls. Hosts: Christopher Pham, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Pneumothorax.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Chest Trauma , Pulmonary , Trauma Show Notes Risk Factors for Pneumothorax Secondary pneumothorax Trauma: rib fractures, blunt chest trauma (as in the case). Iatrogenic:…
Angioedema – Recognition and Management in the ED Hosts: Maria Mulligan-Buckmiller, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Angioedema.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Airway Show Notes Definition & Pathophysiology Angioedema = localized swelling of mucous membranes and subcutaneous tissues due to increased vascular permeability. Triggers increased…
Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (GPA) – Recognition and Management in the ED Hosts: Phoebe Draper, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/GPA.mp3 Download One Comment Tags: Rheumatology Show Notes Background A vasculitis affecting small blood vessels causing inflammation and necrosis Affects upper respiratory tract (sinusitis, otitis media, saddle nose…
We discuss capacity assessment, patient autonomy, safety, and documentation. Hosts: Anne Levine, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Capacity_Assessment.mp3 Download One Comment Show Notes The Importance of Capacity Assessment Arises frequently in the ED, even when not formally recognized Carries both legal implications and ethical weight Failure to…
We dive into the recognition and management of blast crisis. Hosts: Sadakat Chowdhury, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Blast_Crisis.mp3 Download 2 Comments Tags: Hematology , Oncology Show Notes Topic Overview Blast crisis is an oncologic emergency, most commonly seen in chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). Defined by: >20% blasts in peripheral blood or…
We explore the expanding field of Geriatric Emergency Medicine. Hosts: Ula Hwang, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Geriatric_Emergency_Medicine.mp3 Download One Comment Tags: Geriatric Show Notes Key Topics Discussed Importance and impact of geriatric emergency departments. Optimizing care strategies for geriatric patients in ED settings. Practical…
We discuss the injuries sustained from smoke inhalation. Hosts: Sarah Fetterolf, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Smoke_Inhalation.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Environmental , Toxicology Show Notes Table of Contents 00:37 – Overview of Smoke Inhalation Injury 00:55 – Three Key Pathophysiologic Processes 01:41 – Physical Exam Findings to Watch…
We discuss the evaluation of and treatment options for acute back pain. Hosts: Benjamin Friedman, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Acute_Back_Pain.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Musculoskeletal , Orthopaedics Show Notes **Please fill out this quick survey to help us develop additional resources for our listeners: Core EM Survey ** Clinical…
We discuss the impact of family presence during resuscitations. Hosts: Ellen Duncan, MD, PhD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Family_Presence_During_Resuscitation.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Critical Care , Pediatrics Show Notes Overview Historical Context: The conversation around allowing family members in the room during resuscitation events…
We discuss the recognition and treatment of necrotizing fasciitis. Hosts: Aurnee Rahman, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Necrotizing_Fasciitis.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Critical Care , General Surgery Show Notes Table of Contents 0:00 – Introduction 0:41 – Overview 1:10 – Types of Necrotizing Fasciitis 2:21 – Pathophysiology & Risk Factors…
We sit down with one of our toxicologists to discuss acetaminophen toxicity. Hosts: Marlis Gnirke, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Acetaminophen_Toxicity.mp3 Download One Comment Tags: Toxicology Show Notes Table of Contents 0:35 – Hidden acetaminophen toxicity in OTC products 3:24 – Pharmacokinetics and toxicokinetics 6:06 – Clinical Course 9:22 –…
We review Sexually Transmitted Infections and pertinent updates in diagnosis and management. Hosts: Avir Mitra, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Sexually_Transmitted_Infections_2_0.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: gynecology , Infectious Diseases , Urology Show Notes Table of Contents (1:49) Chlamydia (3:31) Gonorrhea (4:50) PID (6:14) Syphilis…
We discuss migraines with one of the authorities in the field. Hosts: Benjamin Friedman, MD of Montefiore Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Migraines.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Neurology Show Notes Initial Approach to Diagnosing Migraines: Differentiating between primary headaches (migraine, tension-type, cluster) and secondary causes (e.g.,…
We discuss a new class of medications, Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors, and their side effects. Hosts: Avir Mitra, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Immune_Checkpoint_Inhibitors.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Oncology Show Notes Overview of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors (ICIs) ICIs are a relatively new class of oncologic drugs that have…
We discuss a case of ataxia in children and how to approach the evaluation of these pts. Hosts: Ellen Duncan, MD, PhD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Ataxia_in_Children.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Neurology , Pediatrics Show Notes Introduction The episode focuses on ataxia in children, which can range from self-limiting to life-threatening…
We discuss the approach to diagnosing and managing hypernatremia in the emergency department. Hosts: Abigail Olinde, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Hypernatremia.mp3 Download One Comment Tags: Electorlye Show Notes Episode Overview: Introduction to Hypernatremia Definition and basic concepts Clinical presentation and risk factors Diagnosis and…
We discuss an approach to the acutely agitated patient and review medications commonly used. Hosts: Jonathan Kobles, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Acute_Agitation.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Agitation , psychiatry , Toxicology Show Notes Background/Epidemiology • Definition and Scope : Agitation encompasses behaviors from restlessness to…
We discuss an approach to the critically ill infant. Hosts: Ellen Duncan, MD, PhD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/The_Critically_Ill_Infant.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Pediatrics Show Notes The Critically Ill Infant: THE MISFITS Trauma ‘T’ in the mnemonic stands for trauma, which includes both accidental and intentional causes. Considerations…
We review Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Hosts: Sadakat Chowdhury, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/ARDS.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Critical Care , Pulmonary Show Notes Definition of ARDS: Non-cardiogenic pulmonary edema characterized by acute respiratory failure. Berlin criteria for diagnosis include acute onset within 7 days,…
We review Nitrous Oxide Toxicity: Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment overview Hosts: Stefanie Biondi, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Nitrous_Oxide_Toxicity.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Toxicology Show Notes Patient Case Illustration Hypothetical case: 21-year-old male with no previous medical history, experiencing a month of progressively…
We review threatened abortion and the complexities in its care. Hosts: Stacey Frisch, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Threatened_Abortion.mp3 Download One Comment Tags: OBGYN Show Notes Background Defined as vaginal bleeding during early pregnancy (before 20 weeks) with a closed cervical os, no passage of fetal tissue, and IUP on ultrasound Occurs…
We review a general approach to syncope in children. Hosts: Brian Gilberti, MD Ellen Duncan, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Syncope_in_Children.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Cardiology , Pediatrics Show Notes Initial Evaluation and Management : Similar initial workup for children and adults: checking glucose levels for hypoglycemia and conducting an EKG. The…
We go over the treatment of rapid atrial fibrillation (afib with RVR). Hosts: Brian Gilberti, MD Jonathan Kobles, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Rapid_Atrial_Fibrillation.mp3 Download One Comment Tags: Cardiology Show Notes Understanding AF with RVR Categories General AF with RVR: Definition and basic understanding. Rapid AF with Pre-excitation: Characteristics and…
We discuss Electrical Storm (VT storm) and how to care for the very irritable heart. Hosts: Brian Gilberti, MD Reed Colling, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Electrical_Storm.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Cardiology Show Notes Background/Overview of VT: Definition: What makes it a storm Three or more sustained episodes of VF, VT, or appropriate ICD shocks in a…
We revisit the topic of Hyperkelamia to update our prior episode from 2015 (pre-Lokelma) Hosts: Brian Gilberti, MD Jonathan Kobles, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Hyperkalemia.mp3 Download 2 Comments Tags: Renal Colic Show Notes Introduction Background Physiology : Normal range and the significance of deviations (>5.5 mEq/L) Epidemiology : Prevalence of hyperkalemia…
We go over the essential and complex topic of vasopressors in the ED. Hosts: Brian Gilberti, MD Catherine Jamin, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Vasopressors.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Critical Care Show Notes Introduction Host: Brian Gilberti, MD Guest: Catherine Jamin, MD Associate professor of Emergency Medicine at NYU Langone Health Vice Chair of…
We discuss the diagnosis and management of septic arthritis in the pediatric population. Hosts: Brian Gilberti, MD Ellen Duncan, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Septic_Joint_in_Children.mp3 Download 2 Comments Tags: Infectious Diseases , Pediatrics Show Notes General Pain in joint for pediatric patient has a broad differential, including transient synovitis and…
A quick primer on hypocalcemia in the ED. Hosts: Joseph Offenbacher, MD Audrey Bree Tse, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/hypocalcemia.mp3 Download 4 Comments Tags: calcium , Critical Care , Endocrine Show Notes Swami’s CoreEM Post Hypocalcemia Repletion: IV calcium supplementation with 100-300 mg Ca2+ raises serum Ca2+ by 0.5 – 1.5 mEq For acute but mild symptomatic…
How and when to reverse anticoagulation in the bleeding EM patient. Hosts: Joe Offenbacher, MD Audrey Bree Tse, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/AC_reversal.mp3 Download 3 Comments Tags: Anticoagulation , Critical Care , Resuscitation Show Notes Coagulation Cascade: Algorithm for Anticoagulated Bleeding Patient in the ED: Indications for Anticoagulation Reversal:…
A primer on this airway/ ID/ ENT emergency. Hosts: Joe Offenbacher MD, A Bree Tse, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/ludwigs_2.mp3 Download 2 Comments Tags: Airway , ENT , Infectious Diseases Show Notes References: Botha A, Jacobs F, Postma C. Retrospective analysis of etiology and comorbid diseases associated with Ludwig’s Angina. Ann Maxillofac Surg 2015; 5:168.…
A quick overview of pneumothorax for the EM physician: the what, why, diagnosis, and treatment. Hosts: Joe Offenbacher, MD Audrey Tse, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Pneumothorax_CoreEM_podcast.mp3 Download One Comment Tags: #pneumothorax #FOAMed Show Notes Shownotes: CoreEM Pulmonary Ultrasound Post References: Bense L, Lewander R, Eklund G, et al. Nonsmoking,…
An interesting back story on this must-not-miss EKG finding in the ED! Hosts: Joseph Offenbacher, MD Audrey Bree Tse, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/CoreEM_Wellens.mp3 Download One Comment Tags: #FOAMed , #wellens , Cardiology , EKG , STEMI Show Notes Hosts: Joe Offenbacher MD, Audrey Bree Tse MD EKG Findings in de Zwaan C, Bär FW, Wellens HJ. Characteristic…
We discuss EM presentation, diagnosis, and management of subarachnoid hemorrhage. Hosts: Mark Iscoe, MD Brian Gilberti, MD Bree Tse, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/SAH.mp3 Download One Comment Tags: Critical Care , Neurology , Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Show Notes Non-contrast head CT showing SAH ( Case courtesy of Dr. David Cuete, Radiopaedia.org, rID: 22770)…
We discuss the (F)utility(?) of ED Utox screens with our very own Dr. Phil DiSalvo. Hosts: Bree Tse, MD Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Urine_Drug_Screen_final.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Toxicology Show Notes Special Thanks To: Dr. Philip DiSalvo, MD Ronald O. Perelman Department of Emergency Medicine at NYU Langone Health, NYC Health +…
EM management of the rare but potentially complicated precipitous vaginal breech delivery. Hosts: Audrey Bree Tse, MD Masashi Rotte, MD MPH https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Breesashi_Breech_CoreEM.mp3 Download One Comment Tags: Obstetrics , Precipitous Deliveries , Pregnancy Show Notes Frank Breech Presentation: Complete Breech Presentation: Incomplete Breech…
The speech given by Dr. Goldfrank at the 2020 NYU / Bellevue Emergency Medicine Graduation Ceremony https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Goldfrank_Graduation_Speech_2020.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Graduation. Goldfrank Show Notes Graduation 2020 Lewis R. Goldfrank, MD June 17, 2020 WELCOME TO THE GRADUATES Congratulations to a wonderful group of physicians. It is a…
An overview and management tips of hemoptysis in the ED. Hosts: Brian Gilberti, MD Audrey Bree Tse, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/Hemoptysis.mp3 Download One Comment Tags: Critical Care , Pulmonary Show Notes OVERVIEW: Definition: expectoration/ coughing of blood originating from tracheobronchial tree Sources: Bronchial arteries (90%): under systemic circulatory…
