Best Nomenclature Podcasts (2024)

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On the QL: The Secrets of Abdominal Wall Blocks (Part III) 52:18

9h ago52:18

52:18

In the exciting conclusion of our abdominal wall block series, Amit and Jeff dive into QL blocks (and more!)...what's the deal with QL 1, 2 & 3? Does it REALLY get the whole abdomen? What is a Tequila block and how can I get one cuz it sounds delicious!? Join us for all this and a heapin' helping of the usual dad jokes... Link to Jeff's QL video: h…

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Summer Controversy Spectacular! 1:02:54

1M ago1:02:54

1:02:54

Is it advantageous to mix local anesthetics? Should we perform blocks in asleep patients? Why is the 'tucked vs untucked' scrub debate so fierce? 🤔 Join Amit and Jeff as they dive into these controversial issues and more! Things we referenced during this episode: Link to interscalene mixing study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21156983/ Link to i…

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Arndt Vogel on the NALIRICC trial of nanoliposomal irinotecan in pretreated advanced biliary tract cancer 18:23

1M ago18:23

18:23

Arndt Vogel (Toronto General Hospital) discusses the NALIRICC trial of nanoliposomal irinotecan added to fluorouracil plus leucovorin in patients with cholangiocarcinoma and gallbladder carcinoma previously treated with gemcitabine-based therapies. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(24)00119-5?dgc…

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It's Crunch Time: Abdominal Blocks Part II 45:27

2M ago45:27

45:27

Join Amit and Jeff for a continuing discussion on belly blocks--we take a deep dive on external oblique intercostal block, find out WHY rectus sheath block is just so darn easy and fun to do, and entertain offers of tummy massages... Link to External Oblique Intercostal Block video: https://youtu.be/EftwBnMVHOI?si=RC_ARcjCq0fuIGA1 Link to rectus sh…

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Nancy Baxter on the duration of colorectal cancer risk reduction with a complete colonoscopy 25:05

2M ago25:05

25:05

Nancy Baxter (University of Melbourne) discusses a population-based study on the duration of risk reduction in colorectal cancer incidence and mortality after a complete colonoscopy. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(24)00084-0?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_generic_langas Continue this conversatio…

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I.C.U. Baby, Blocking is Class: Blocks for Intensivists 56:18

3M ago56:18

56:18

Amit & Jeff are joined by special guest star Jonny Wilkinson from Northampton as we discuss the role of nerve blocks in the intensive care unit: Which blocks? Who does them? Which patients benefit? How do we best teach these? Laughs were had, sound effects were shared, but no possums were injured in the making of this episode. The Northampton Criti…

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Sanna Nybacka and Magnus Simrén on a trial of low FODMAP diets versus low carbohydrate diets in IBS 23:16

4M ago23:16

23:16

Sanna Nybacka and Magnus Simrén (University of Gothenburg) discuss the CARIBS randomised controlled trial of a low FODMAP diet versus a low-carbohydrate diet versus pharmacological treatment in IBS. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(24)00045-1/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout_tlv_podcast_generic_langas …

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Top Tap Tips for Tums: Abdominal Wall Blocks (Part 1) 45:59

4M ago45:59

45:59

Rectus, subcostal and TAP...oh my! In this episode, Amit and Jeff tackle belly blocks, and discuss anatomy, clinical decision-making, and their own tips learned the hard way for how to make the most out of abdominal fascial plane blocks.By Jeff Gadsden & Amit Pawa

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Nuru Noor on the PROFILE trial of biomarker-stratified treatment in newly diagnosed Crohn's disease 19:55

4M ago19:55

19:55

Nuru Noor (University of Cambridge) discusses the PROFILE trial of biomarker-stratified treatment strategies in people with newly diagnosed Crohn's disease. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(24)00034-7/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_generic_langas Continue this conversation on social! Foll…

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Yusuke Shimakawa on a simple score for hepatitis B treatment eligibility in Africa 20:54

5M ago20:54

20:54

Yusuke Shimakawa (Institut Pasteur) discusses the development and evaluation of a simple score for hepatitis B treatment eligibility in Africa. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(23)00449-1?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_generic_langas Continue this conversation on social! Follow us today at... http…

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POGUS or just BOGUS? Gastric Ultrasound for Hungry Regionalists! 52:18

5M ago52:18

52:18

Your patient had a latte six hours ago...is their stomach empty? BUT IS IT? Don't fret...there's a quick way to find out and in this tasty episode, Amit and Jeff digest the ins and outs of gastric point of care ultrasound (POGUS), answer some listener questions and compare finger injuries... Links discussed in this episode: Jeff's Gastric Pocus vid…

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Forearmed is Forewarned: Bits and Bobs of the Plexus 1:00:12

6M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

Amit and Jeff continue their tour of the upper limb, focusing on blocking the distal branches around the elbow, forearm and wrist. Also in this episode: discussion of listener questions about LAST, sharing of failed block stories, and somehow, weirdly, a reference to Paris Hilton.By Jeff Gadsden & Amit Pawa

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Mads Israelsen on validating the new steatotic liver disease nomenclature in people with excessive alcohol intake 16:39

6M ago16:39

16:39

Mads Israelsen (Odense University Hospital) discusses a study to validate the new nomenclature of steatotic liver disease in patients with a history of excessive alcohol intake. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(23)00443-0/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_generic_langas Continue this convers…

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Louise Dye on the role of expectancy and gluten in non-coeliac gluten sensitivity 23:19

7M ago23:19

23:19

Louise Dye (University of Leeds) discusses a trial exploring the role of expectancy and gluten ingestion on symptoms in people with non-coeliac gluten sensitivity. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(23)00317-5/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_generic_langas Continue this conversation on socia…

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Numb Hands & Our Top Finger-Tips: RA for Upper Limbs 1:02:20

7M ago1:02:20

1:02:20

Amit and Jeff take a tour of the brachial plexus, offering insights, stories, tips and "hold-nothing-back" hot takes regarding best blocks for the upper extremity.By Jeff Gadsden & Amit Pawa

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Jingle Gels and Merry Blockmas! 1:00:14

8M ago1:00:14

1:00:14

In this Season 1 festive finale, Amit and Jeff round out the year by reflecting on previous fave moments from the podcast, answer some listener questions, and count down the 12 days of Block-mas...Happy Holidays!By Jeff Gadsden & Amit Pawa

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Chocolate Cordillera achieves early wins for its female cocoa farmers 23:07

8M ago23:07

23:07

At the end of 2023, Colombian sustainable brand Chocolate Cordillera announced that 106 female cocoa farmers from Urabá Antioquia had completed the first module of its ATENEA sustainability program, giving some the confidence to become fully independent and start their own businesses. Alejandra Sarasty, Chief Global B2B Officer at Colombia’s Compañ…

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Say My Name, Say My Name: Nomenclature in Regional Anesthesia 51:43

8M ago51:43

51:43

What's in a name? That which we call iPACK by any other name would...well, actually, we're not sure. In this controversial episode Amit and Jeff debate (and disagree!) about proper naming conventions, the value of eponyms, and who has the right to name blocks. Stay tuned for CAPS, PECS, RAPTIR, SPANK, and more...…

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Tzu-Chan Hong on the primary antibiotic resistance of Helicobacter pylori in the Asia-Pacific region 14:40

9M ago14:40

14:40

Tzu-Chan Hong (National Taiwan University Cancer Centre) discusses a systematic review and meta-analysis on primary antibiotic resistance of Helicobacter pylori between 1990 and 2022 in the Asia-Pacific region. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(23)00281-9/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_gen…

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How a blockchain platform could help small-holder cocoa farmers become compliant with the EU’s deforestation laws - LISTEN 28:16

9M ago28:16

28:16

As many know, the cocoa industry is sometimes opaque and complex. Still, confessed chocolate-lover Jon Trask, who is also CEO of Dimitra, says his company's recently developed Blockchain Deforestation Platform could provide a solution to help farmers continue exporting their beans into the European Union – the world’s largest chocolate market.…

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Sarah Moen on metachronous colorectal cancer risk according to Lynch syndrome pathogenic variant after colectomy 14:45

10M ago14:45

14:45

Sarah Moen (Erasmus University Medical Center) discusses a retrospective cohort study examining the risk of metachronous colorectal cancer after partial or extensive colectomy in carriers of different pathogenic Lynch syndrome variants. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(23)00228-5/fulltext?dgcid=…

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Fine Chocolate Industry Association launches new membership plans to attract international professionals - LISTEN 16:11

10M ago16:11

16:11

Fine Chocolate Industry Association (FCIA) has launched a new membership drive with special incentives as it seeks to attract more craft chocolate companies and grow its impact.By William Reed Business Media

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How York Cocoa House is keeping the city’s chocolate industry alive 14:14

11M ago14:14

14:14

A recent article in National Geographic described York as ‘England’s chocolate capital’. The city was home to two major confectionery companies, Terry’s founded in 1767 and Rowntree’s in 1862, the inventor of KitKat, which is still produced today at the Nestle factory. The city is also home to several artisan chocolatiers who are also keeping the t…

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Interview: Christiaan Prins on cocoa sustainability, communications – and life after Barry Callebaut 16:38

11M ago16:38

16:38

As VP of Corporate Communications at Barry Callebaut Group, Christiaan Prins was at the forefront of many of the recent sustainability challenges in the cocoa sector. He has now established a new strategic communications consultancy, theLOOP Communications, to use his expertise to help companies enhance their trust factor in supply chains. In an ex…

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Anna Emilie Kann on the causes of mortality in patients with alcohol-related liver disease 16:19

11M ago16:19

16:19

Anna Emilie Kann (Zealand University Hospital, Denmark) discusses a population-based study done in Denmark exploring the causes of mortality in patients with alcohol-related liver disease. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(23)00192-9/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_generic_langas Continue t…

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Giving You the Cold Shoulder (Tips for Shoulder Surgery from Awake to Phrenic-Free) 59:18

12M ago59:18

59:18

Amit & Jeff dive into blocks for shoulder surgery, going deep on innervation and exploring a variety of techniques to keep your shoulder patients happy and pain-free. Plus some shout outs, listener questions and a return of the word "gumph" (feel free to suggest alternative spellings...).By Jeff Gadsden & Amit Pawa

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Robert Krouse on surgical versus non-surgical management of malignant bowel obstruction 16:31

1y ago16:31

16:31

Robert Krouse (University of Pennsylvania) discusses the pragmatic S1316 trial of surgical versus non-surgical management for patients with malignant small bowel obstruction. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(23)00191-7/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_generic_langas Continue this conversati…

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The 2023 RA-UK Roundup! 46:45

1y ago46:45

46:45

Amit & Jeff are back to dissect (yes, intended) the amazing lineup of speakers, talks, workshops and live demos at the 2023 RA-UK Annual Scientific Meeting that was held in Newcastle, UK in May. Couldn't make it but want to hear the highlights? Want to know who won the long-awaited pro-con debate? Ok, ok, we'll leave that one to you to decide...but…

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Marc Rothenberg on a trial of benralizumab in eosinophilic gastritis 14:29

1y ago14:29

14:29

Marc Rothenberg (University of Cincinnati College of Medicine) discusses a new trial assessing the efficacy and safety of benralizumab in patients with eosinophilic gastritis, and how the surprising findings might change our understanding of eosinophilic gastrointestinal diseases. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/art…

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Towards greener palm oil: How Bunge is changing the sustainability landscape - LISTEN 23:30

1y ago23:30

23:30

Bunge is one of the leading producers and suppliers of specialty plant-based oils, fats, and proteins, many of which are used in the confectionery industry. Its supply chain is vast, and during these turbulent times food security is a concern along with sustainability. ConfectioneryNews talks with Nicolas Priou, Sustainability Manager at Bunge, on …

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Michael Pavlides on non-invasive tests for predicting clinical outcomes in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease 17:41

1y ago17:41

17:41

Michael Pavlides (University of Oxford) discusses work by the LITMUS Consortium on the prognostic performance of non-invasive tests in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(23)00017-1/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_generic_langas Continue this c…

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Jasmohan Bajaj on global disparities in mortality and liver transplantation in hospitalised patients with cirrhosis 12:48

1+ y ago12:48

12:48

Jasmohan Bajaj (Virginia Commonwealth University and Central Virginia Veterans Healthcare System, Richmond, VA, USA), on behalf of the CLEARED Consortium, discusses a prospective observational cohort study examining global disparities in mortality and liver transplantation in hospitalised patients with cirrhosis. Read the full article: https://www.…

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Adelina Artenie on the incidence of HIV and HCV in people who inject drugs 17:15

1+ y ago17:15

17:15

Adelina Artenie (University of Bristol, UK) discusses a systematic review and meta-analysis exploring the incidence of HIV and HCV among people who inject drugs, and associations with age and sex or gender. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(23)00018-3/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_langas_…

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Madagascar chocolate brand MIA returns to ISM with a new product – and a plan to make cocoa ‘Fairmade’ - LISTEN 16:49

1+ y ago16:49

16:49

Premium sustainability chocolate brand MIA (Made in Africa) has carved out a unique reputation for itself since launching several years ago in Madagascar, crafting bean-to-bar products in cocoa-growing communities.By William Reed Business Media

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Johan Burisch on the costs of inflammatory bowel disease in high-income settings 20:00

1+ y ago20:00

20:00

Johan Burisch (Copenhagen University Hospital, Denmark) discusses the findings and recommendations of The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology Commission on the cost of inflammatory bowel disease in high-income settings. Read the Commission here: The cost of inflammatory bowel disease in high-income settings Continue this conversation on social! Fo…

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Social Media, Cadavers and Workshops: Where Do We Learn RA Best? 48:21

1+ y ago48:21

48:21

What’s the best source for RA education? Are textbooks dead? Is it all YouTube and Insta? What about live scanning and cadaver labs? In this episode, Part two of our three-part series on education and teaching, Amit and Jeff discuss the best methods for imparting regional anesthesia wisdom (ironic, given the hosts) in 2023. No jellies were harmed i…

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Gadsden & Pawa’s Top Teaching Tips 48:15

1+ y ago48:15

48:15

Teaching regional anesthesia knowledge and skills is a huge and rewarding part of our practice. This episode is the first in a special three-part series aimed at discussing how best to educate the next generation of regional anesthesiologists. Oh, and the usual tomfoolery, accents and jokes.By Jeff Gadsden & Amit Pawa

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Divine intervention at SOTIC keeps cocoa sustainability in focus for the NCA - LISTEN 8:07

1+ y ago8:07

8:07

In closing this year’s NCA State of the Industry Conference in Miami, John Downs, the association’s President and CEO, said one of the ‘Strategic Bets’ for the next 12 months is to address the largest Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues that impact the reputation of the chocolate and candy industry.…

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You say ‘CACAO’ – I say ‘COCOA’: Fine Chocolate Glossary aims to clear up confusion surrounding chocolate nomenclature 20:06

1+ y ago20:06

20:06

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between ‘CACAO’ and ‘COCOA’? So do we! For consistency, ConfectioneryNews’s editorial guide uses the word 'COCOA', except when quoting other sources, but it can get a little confusing ...By William Reed Business Media

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Keeping A-breast of Chest Wall Blocks: Regional Anesthesia for Breast Surgery 53:29

1+ y ago53:29

53:29

Is PVB the answer? Or does PECS suffice? Do we need to get the anterior cutaneous branches? How about the axilla? In this episode, Amit & Jeff discuss how to provide top-notch anesthesia and analgesia for breast surgery, including a step-by-step, how-to recipe for awake mastectomy cases. Featuring a special guest appearance by Holt Gadsden!…

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Edouard Louis on the SPARE trial of infliximab or immunosuppressant withdrawal in Crohn’s disease 21:30

1+ y ago21:30

21:30

Edouard Louis (University Hospital CHU of Liège) discusses the SPARE randomised controlled trial of infliximab or concomitant immunosuppressant withdrawal in patients with Crohn’s disease. Read the full article: Withdrawal of infliximab or concomitant immunosuppressant therapy in patients with Crohn's disease on combination therapy (SPARE) Continue…

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Hip-Op-Hooray! 42:40

1+ y ago42:40

42:40

Hips don't lie, and Amit & Jeff are here to tell the truth (or at least...share their unvarnished thoughts) about how best to provide anesthesia and analgesia for hip arthroplasty. Whether you're a fan of spinal, GA, lumbar plexus, QL or PENG, there's something for everyone in this episode to keep us true to our hip-ocratic oath to keep patients sa…

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Paula Ghaneh on the ESPAC5 trial of neoadjuvant therapy in borderline resectable pancreatic cancer 20:20

1+ y ago20:20

20:20

Paula Ghaneh (University of Liverpool) discusses the ESPAC5 randomised controlled trial of short-course neoadjuvant therapy compared with immediate surgery for patients with borderline resectable pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. Read the full article: Immediate surgery compared with short-course neoadjuvant gemcitabine plus capecitabine, FOLFIRINO…

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Gadsden’s Gadgets & Pawa’s Paraphernalia: Our Fave Bits of Kit 47:37

1+ y ago47:37

47:37

We. Love. Tech. And all the fun gadgets and cool pieces of cutting-edge equipment that make learning, teaching and practicing regional anesthesia fun and safe. In this episode, Amit & Jeff discuss the innovative and useful bits of gear that they use in their practice, as well as several more that they can't wait to get their hands on.…

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Cargill’s Cocoa Promise – 10 years on, what lessons have been learned? 23:56

1+ y ago23:56

23:56

Cargill’s commitment to cocoa sustainability stretches back to 2000, when it began offering seminars to cocoa farmers. Kate Clancy has been with Cargill and working in sustainability since 2011, taking up her recent position of Group Sustainability Director, Cocoa & Chocolate at the end of 2021. She speaks exclusively to CN on the initiative and wi…

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Dan Turner on vedolizumab in children with IBD 14:51

1+ y ago14:51

14:51

Dan Turner (Shaare Zedek Medical Center) discusses the VEDOKIDS study on the safety, effectiveness, and dosing of vedolizumab in children with IBD. Read the full article: Outcomes, dosing, and predictors of vedolizumab treatment in children with inflammatory bowel disease (VEDOKIDS) Continue this conversation on social! Follow us today at... https:…

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I ”Kneed” To Know More 57:51

1+ y ago57:51

57:51

Femoral triangle vs. adductor? iPACK vs. surgical infiltration? Wait...geniculars, what?! In this episode, Amit & Jeff discuss ALL the ways to keep total knee patients comfortable while reducing side effects and getting these patients moving and out the door. Listen in to hear the anatomic basis for why we do these blocks and some tips and tricks f…

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ESPecially for you 45:00

2y ago45:00

45:00

Are you an ESP lover or hater? In this episode, Amit and Jeff discuss all things erector spinae plane block and manage to touch on mechanisms, the controversy about ventral spread, which surgical procedures it works best for, and most importantly, share some tips and tricks to make sure that it DOES work for you in your practice.…

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The 2022 Cocoa Barometer reports on poor returns in the fight to make the sector more sustainable 20:26

2y ago20:26

20:26

‘No one is doing what they should be doing: Both industry and governments will need to significantly change their business as usual. Let us be very clear; not a single stakeholder group is currently doing what they should be doing to ensure farmers achieve a living income.’By William Reed Business Media

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Introduction to Block It Like It’s Hot: Who are Amit and Jeff? 31:30

2y ago31:30

31:30

In our inaugural episode, Amit and Jeff learn a little bit about each other's backgrounds (amongst other things such as movies, Disney and fave Xmas foods) and discuss what we can expect from the podcast going forward.By Jeff Gadsden & Amit Pawa

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