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A UK based Emergency Medicine podcast for anyone who works in emergency care. The St Emlyn ’s team are all passionate educators and clinicians who strive to bring you the best evidence based education. Our four pillars of learning are evidence-based medicine, clinical excellence, personal development and the philosophical overview of emergency care. We have a strong academic faculty and reputation for high quality education presented through multimedia platforms and articles. St Emlyn’s is a name given to a fictionalised emergency care system. This online clinical space is designed to allow clinical care to be discussed without compromising the safety or confidentiality of patients or clinicians.
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A UK based Emergency Medicine podcast for anyone who works in emergency care. The St Emlyn ’s team are all passionate educators and clinicians who strive to bring you the best evidence based education. Our four pillars of learning are evidence-based medicine, clinical excellence, personal development and the philosophical overview of emergency care. We have a strong academic faculty and reputation for high quality education presented through multimedia platforms and articles. St Emlyn’s is a name given to a fictionalised emergency care system. This online clinical space is designed to allow clinical care to be discussed without compromising the safety or confidentiality of patients or clinicians.
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1 Ep 263 - Hyperbaric Medicine with Jeff Kerrie at LTC 13:19
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In this episode of the St. Emlyn's podcast, hosts Iain Beardsell and Natalie May discuss hyperbaric medicine at the London Trauma Conference with Dr. Jeff Kerrie, an internal medicine physician from Canada. Dr. Kerrie provides insights into dive and hyperbaric medicine, covering the basics of hyperbaric therapy, its applications, and key practices for emergency departments when treating patients with decompression illness. The conversation also touches on misconceptions and unregulated uses of hyperbaric chambers, emphasizing the importance of consulting certified medical professionals. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests 00:58 Understanding Hyperbaric Medicine 01:33 Dive Medicine and Decompression Illness 04:15 Emergency Response and Treatment Protocols 07:26 Hyperbaric Chamber Mechanics 10:05 Beyond Dive Medicine: Other Uses of Hyperbaric Therapy 11:43 Challenges and Misuses of Hyperbaric Therapy 12:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts The Guest For the last three years, Jeff Kerrie has served as the Island Health Medical Director of Quality, Safety, and Ethics. Dr. Kerrie has a master’s degree in clinical bioethics from Clarkson University/Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai in New York. Over the last six years, Dr. Kerrie helped build the Island Health ethics program, where he has provided ethics consultations and teaching to staff, patients, and families. Dr. Kerrie underwent medical training at the University of Manitoba before completing residency in Internal Medicine at UBC. He practices as a general internist in Victoria, and is an Assistant Clinical Professor with the University of British Columbia and the University of Victoria. Other medical work has included medicine in atypical environments (including dive/hyperbaric medicine, ski patrol, and high altitude environments), obesity medicine, and international health. Dr. Kerrie is also a graduate of the Physician Quality Improvement program at Island Health. In his spare time Dr. Kerrie enjoys aviation, skiing, and SCUBA diving.…
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1 Ep 262 - GoodSam Update with Mark Wilson at LTC 2024 17:03
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In this episode, Iain Beardsell and Natalie May speak with neurosurgeon Mark Wilson at the London Trauma Conference. Mark provides an in-depth look at the evolution of the GoodSAM app over the past decade. Initially designed to alert off-duty trained individuals to assist in emergencies, particularly for cardiac arrests and impact brain apnoea, the app has grown to include applications in police services, public health during COVID-19, and community volunteer efforts. It employs advanced technology, such as real-time video guidance and AI, to offer immediate assistance and improve outcomes in medical emergencies and other crises. Mark's insights shed light on how this innovative platform is saving lives and transforming emergency and public response systems worldwide. 00:00 Introduction and Reunion 00:47 The GoodSAM App: A Decade of Evolution 01:52 GoodSAM's Impact on Cardiac Arrests 02:09 Expanding GoodSAM: Police and Community Involvement 02:35 How GoodSAM Works 05:54 GoodSAM's Role During COVID-19 13:42 The Future of GoodSAM: AI and Community Support 15:04 How to Get Involved with GoodSAM 16:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts The Guest Mark is a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Pre-Hospital Care Specialist working at both Imperial College (mainly St Mary's Major Trauma Centre) and as an Air Ambulance doctor. He am a Clinical Professor specialising in Brain Injury at Imperial and Honorary Professor of Pre-Hospital Care (the Gibson Chair) at the Faculty of Pre-Hospital Care, Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh. His specialist areas are acute brain injury (mostly traumatic brain injury) and its very early management. He is co-director of the Imperial Neurotrauma Centre and am co-founder of GoodSAM, a revolutionary platform that alerts doctors, nurses, paramedic and those trained in basic life support to emergencies around them. Mark have worked extensively overseas (India, Nepal, South Africa, as a GP in Australia, Researcher for NASA and as an expedition doctor on Arctic and Everest expeditions). He also wrote The Medics Guide to Work and Electives Around the World. His research is mainly into the brain in trauma and in hypoxia (using it as an injury model) in humans.…
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1 Ep 261 - Moral Injury with Caroline Leech at Tactical Trauma 24 15:41
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In this episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, hosts Iain Beardsell and Liz Crowe welcome back Caroline Leech, a emergency medicine consultant with extensive pre-hospital care experience. Caroline discusses the concept of moral injury, delving into its distinction from moral distress. She introduces three mechanisms of moral injury: acts of commission, acts of omission, and betrayal. Caroline provides insightful examples from emergency medicine to illustrate these concepts, emphasizing the importance of identifying and addressing moral injury to support healthcare professionals. The discussion highlights the emotional and cognitive distress faced by emergency responders and the necessity for professional psychological support when moral distress accumulates into moral injury. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:23 Introducing Caroline Leech 01:10 Defining Moral Injury and Distress 03:42 Acts of Commission 07:12 Acts of Omission 12:30 Betrayal in Healthcare 15:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts The Guest - Caroline Leech Caroline Leech is Deputy Clinical Lead of The Air Ambulance Service and has 25 years of prehospital clinical experience. She is a Consultant in Emergency Medicine at University Hospital Coventry, the West Midlands Trauma Network Director, and the Trauma Lead for the Institute for Applied & Translational Technologies in Surgery (IATTS). Caroline is currently undertaking a NIHR funded Clinical Research Scholarship with Warwick University. Her research interests include maternal out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, calcium in traumatic haemorrhage, and frailty in major trauma. She is committed to improving equality and diversity in PHEM, and promoting strategies for supporting the wellbeing and psychosocial care of prehospital responders.…
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1 Ep 260 - Monthly Round Up December 2024 - Chest trauma, IO access, AI and more 20:35
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In this season-ending episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, Iain Beardsell and Simon Carley come together in Zermatt, Switzerland, to discuss recent studies and updates. They highlight a randomized control trial on early exercise in blunt chest wall trauma, revealing its limited impact on recovery outcomes. Additionally, they explore the long-term safety of intraosseous access based on new evidence from Denmark. The episode also provides insights into updated imaging guidelines for paediatric trauma and broad considerations on the growing role of AI in healthcare, especially in emergency settings. There are closing remarks on recent blog posts about toxic alcohol poisoning and the Difficult Airway Society meeting, while looking forward to upcoming conferences in Spain and Vienna. 00:00 Welcome to St Emlyn's Podcast 00:31 Exploring the Big Sick Conference in Zermatt 01:25 Evidence-Based Medicine: Early Exercise in Blunt Chest Wall Trauma 04:30 Intraosseous Access: Long-Term Complications 06:37 Imaging Decisions in Pediatric Trauma 09:17 The Promise and Perils of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare 13:10 Toxic Alcohol Poisoning: A Critical Review 16:17 Conference Highlights and Future Events 19:19 Season 11 Finale and Looking Ahead to Season 12…
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1 Ep 259 - Skills Fade with Nathalie Pattyn at Tactical Trauma 24 16:22
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In this episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, hosts Iain Beardsell and Liz Crowe talk with Nathalie Pattyn at TacTrauma24 in Sweden about the phenomenon of skills fade amongst emergency physicians. Nathalie discusses her extensive background in medicine, psychology, and neuroscience, and shares insights from her research on how skills can deteriorate during low workload deployments, such as her 15-month clinical stint in Antarctica. They delve into the lack of systemic measures to address returning to practice after long absences, how cognitive and psychomotor skills are affected by skill fade, and the contrast between teaching technical skills and ensuring they become automatic and stress-resilient. The conversation highlights the need for evidence-based guidelines to ensure healthcare professionals maintain their proficiency, which ultimately benefits patient care and the healthcare system. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:13 Natalie's Background and Expertise 00:38 Skills Fade in Emergency Medicine 01:01 Personal Experience with Skills Fade 02:14 Regulations and Policies on Skills Maintenance 04:19 Imposter Syndrome vs. De-skilling 06:42 Aviation vs. Medical Field: Skills Certification 08:27 Aging and Cognitive Decline in Medical Skills 09:57 Teaching vs. Training in Medical Education 12:42 Future Directions and Systemic Solutions 14:31 Conclusion and Contact Information The Guest Nathalie Pattyn, MD, MPsy, PhD, received a degree in medicine from the Université Libre de Bruxelles (magna cum laude, 2001), a Master in Clinical Psychology from the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (cum laude, 2004), a PhD in Psychological Sciences from the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (2007) and a PhD in Social and Military Sciences from the Royal Military Academy (2007). She also holds a postgraduate degree in Aerospace Medicine; a postgraduate degree in Emergency Medicine; a postgraduate degree in General Practice ; a postgraduate degree in Disaster Medicine ;and a Master in Global and Remote Healthcare. She completed her Junior Officer Course with the Belgian Defense College in 2005, and her Staff Officer Course in 2008. She has a mixed clinical, research and operational background, having been deployed as a medical officer in various Middle Eastern and African countries, and having completed missions in Antarctica for a total duration of more than two years. Her longest deployment was 15 months to the Halley VI Research Station in Antarctica, where she worked as the station physician while setting up a new biomedical research laboratory for the European Space Agency. She is currently still working as an emergency physician and a flight surgeon. Her research interests include the psychophysiological measures of performance in elite populations; and Human Factors approach to isolated and confined environments, ranging from space to submarines. In 2010, she founded a research unit within the Royal Military Academy, dedicated to the multidisciplinary study of human performance in operational environments. This led her to be the project manager for designing a tailored Human Performance Program for the tier one unit of the SOF community in Belgium. She is currently an Associate Professor in Physiopathology at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel and in Human Performance at the Royal Military Academy. You can read Nathalie's excellent book "Handbook of Mental Performace" for free here .…
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1 Ep 258 - Compassionate Resuscitation with Matt Hooper at LTC 24:57
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Welcome to our first episode recorded at the London Trauma Conference 2024. In this episode, hosts Iain Beardsell and Natalie May are joined by Matt Hooper from Adelaide to discuss his unique career path, from emergency medicine to pre-hospital and retrieval medicine, intensive care, and more recently, palliative and end-of-life care. The conversation centres around the principles of end-of-life care, particularly in acute and traumatic scenarios, and how these can be integrated with life-saving efforts. Key points include the challenges of shifting focus from survival to quality of death, the importance of recognizing and supporting witnesses and caregivers, and the concept of 'compassionate resuscitation.' Practical tools such as the 'pause' are also explored, aiming to humanize highly charged medical environments and potentially prevent burnout and PTSD among healthcare providers. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:00 Key Messages on Death and Palliative Care 02:12 Challenges in End-of-Life Care 03:20 Improving Quality of Death and Relationships 04:32 Emotional Impact on Care Providers 06:41 Navigating End-of-Life Conversations 12:17 Practical Applications in Intensive Care 16:41 The Pause: A Tool for Reflection 21:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts The Guest - Matt Hooper Matt is an accomplished intensive care specialist with a diverse background in emergency medicine, prehospital & retrieval medicine, and palliative care. Notable for his leadership in developing critical care service models, he founded South Australia’s MedSTAR Emergency Medical Retrieval Service. He has also co-authored a highly regarded case-based text book and held key teaching and examining roles nationally and internationally in prehospital and retrieval medicine. With a strong focus on high-performance teams working within high acuity, high consequence environments, Matt's expertise has also extended to human factors in healthcare, cardiothoracic intensive care, ECMO, and clinical ultrasound. More recently however, he has pivoted towards palliative and end of life care, pursuing a Master's degree at Cardiff University and consulting at Mary Potter Hospice in Adelaide. He is passionate about exploring new and innovative ways to prevent potentially avoidable suffering and enhance end of life outcomes for patients in acute care clinical environments.…
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1 Ep 257 - Ten Second Triage with Sean Brayford Harris at Tactical Trauma 24 19:46
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In this episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, hosts Iain Beardsell and Liz Crowe speak with Sean Brayford Harris, a paramedic and interoperability development officer with the London Ambulance Service, about the development of the 10 second triage tool—a new, streamlined method for triaging casualties in high-stress environments like major incidents. They discuss its creation and implementation, including collaboration with the Metropolitan Police and other emergency services. Key points include the shortcomings of the previous 'sieve and sort' system, the challenges of developing a simplified tool, and the benefits of this new approach for non-medical first responders. The episode emphasizes the importance of cross-team collaboration in emergency scenarios and the potential impact of the tool on reducing distress and improving outcomes for both responders and patients. 00:00 Introduction 00:37 Background on Major Incident Triage 01:01 Challenges with Existing Triage Systems 01:15 Designing the 10 Second Triage Tool 05:16 Implementing the Triage Tool 06:50 How the 10 Second Triage Tool Works 13:48 Real-World Applications and Benefits 18:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts…
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1 Ep 256 - Monthly Update November 2024 - Learning Culture, Chest Drains, Arterial Lines and more 31:53
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During Winter's Challenges, Iain Beardsell and Simon Carley reviewed the November 2024 blog posts for St Emlyn's podcast, marking the start of 2025. They discuss the busy state of emergency departments, critical incidents, and the importance of maintaining a learning culture. They highlight the upcoming Big Sick Conference in Zermatt and the IncrEMentuM in Spain, noting their potential benefits for networking and education. Simon emphasizes creating a psychologically safe environment and fostering curiosity, growth, and knowledge-sharing among emergency department staff. They also review a range of medical studies, including those on small bore vs. large bore chest tubes for haemothorax, intra-arrest arterial blood pressure monitoring, and the new GLP-1 receptor antagonists for obesity treatment. Lastly, they address the importance of handling bad behavior in the team and maintaining kindness and professionalism, even during high-stress periods. 00:00 Introduction and New Year Greetings 00:35 Current State of Emergency Departments 01:17 Upcoming Conferences: The Big Sick and IncrEMentuM 03:43 Building a Learning Culture in Emergency Medicine 12:24 Pre-Hospital ECPR and ECMO 13:58 Small Bore vs Large Bore Chest Tubes 17:37 Intra-Arrest Arterial Blood Pressure Monitoring 24:01 New Drugs and Toxicology 24:47 Care in the Hot Zone 27:12 Addressing Bad Behaviour in Emergency Departments 30:42 Conclusion and Future Plans for St Emlyn's…
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1 Ep 255 - Likelihood Ratios: Critical Appraisal Nugget 12 11:30
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In this episode of the St. Emlyn's podcast, Rick Body and Greg Yates delve into the concept of likelihood ratios, an advanced yet practical tool for diagnosing patients in the emergency department. Building on the previous episode about predictive values, they explain how likelihood ratios help compare the probability of test results between diseased and non-diseased patients. They provide examples, like evaluating chest pain and using the Smith Calculator for Anterior ST Elevation, to show how likelihood ratios can change clinical decision-making. Rick and Greg also discuss Bayesian reasoning and how pretest and post-test probabilities are used in practice. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:34 Understanding Likelihood Ratios 02:05 Practical Example: Chest Pain Case 03:53 Calculating Likelihood Ratios 07:17 Applying Bayesian Reasoning 09:50 Recap and Conclusion…
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1 Ep 254 - Monthly Round Up October 2024 - Toxicology, Cardiac Arrest and more 27:02
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In this episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, Iain Beardsell and Simon Carley provide a comprehensive update for October 2024. They discuss key blog posts covering diverse medical topics, including highlights from the Royal College of Emergency Medicine's academic science conference focusing on toxicology, high-potency opioids, novel benzodiazepines, and the use of flumazenil. They also explore the Green ED project and the impact of climate change on healthcare. Additionally, they delve into recent research on ventricular fibrillation pad positions, the use of tranexamic acid (TXA) in trauma care, and the importance of maintaining a positive outlook amidst winter challenges by seeking small wins and engaging in enjoyable aspects of emergency medicine. The episode offers valuable insights and updates for emergency medicine professionals. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 01:27 Highlights from the Royal College of Emergency Medicine Conference 01:50 Toxicology Insights: High Potency Opioids and Benzodiazepines 05:11 Climate Change and Healthcare: The Green ED Project 08:23 Medical Conferences: A Phoenix from the Ashes 10:38 Ventricular Fibrillation and Pad Position: New Insights 17:22 Tranexamic Acid (TXA) in Trauma Care 24:01 Maintaining Positivity in Challenging Times…
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1 Ep 253 - Highlights from the London Trauma Conference 2024 19:45
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In this episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, Iain Beardsell and Natalie May reflect on their experiences at the London Trauma Conference, a four-day event covering various aspects of trauma and pre-hospital care. They discuss key takeaways from sessions on cardiac arrest, including talks on perioperative cardiac arrest and the prognostication of cardiac arrest patients. The episode also delves into wellness in the medical field, featuring insights from senior emergency physician Rod McKenzie and pre-hospital expert Matt Hooper on practical psychosocial care. Additionally, the podcast highlights advancements in trauma care, defibrillation strategies, and the importance of correct pad placement and basic practices. The episode underscores the holistic approach to patient care and the significance of personal well-being for medical professionals. 00:00 Welcome to the St Emlyn's Podcast 00:52 Highlights from the London Trauma Conference 01:13 Cardiac Arrest Symposium Insights 03:53 Prognostication After Cardiac Arrest 06:44 Defibrillation Strategies and Basics 08:29 Wellness and Mental Health in Emergency Medicine 11:10 Palliative Care in Pre-Hospital Settings 12:32 Trauma Conference Highlights and Innovations 16:48 Poster Presentations and Stand-Up Science 17:58 Key Takeaways and Reflections 18:43 Closing Remarks…
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1 Ep 252 - ECMO in Trauma with Chris Bishop at Tactical Trauma 24 13:51
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In this episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, hosts Iain Beardsell and Liz Crowe are joined by Chris Bishop, a clinical research fellow at the Centre for Trauma Sciences at Queen Mary University of London. Chris discusses his PhD research on veno-arterial ECMO support for cardiogenic shock following major trauma haemorrhage and explains the principles and applications of ECMO, particularly in trauma patients. The conversation covers the current practices, challenges, and future directions in the use of ECMO for trauma care, including multidisciplinary decision-making, patient selection criteria, and pioneering techniques like selective aortic arch perfusion and emergency preservation and resuscitation. 00:00 Introduction 01:12 Understanding ECMO and Its Applications 02:20 ECMO in Trauma Patients 04:17 Challenges and Resistance in ECMO Adoption 05:36 Current Research and Practices 11:31 Future Directions in Trauma Resuscitation 13:28 Conclusion…
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1 Ep 251 - Bad Behaviours in Teams with Liz Crowe at Tactical Trauma 24 18:14
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This episode, recorded live at Tactical Trauma 24 explores the concept of bad behaviour within high-performing medical teams. Liz Crowe , who will be well known to regular listeners, discusses what constitutes bad behaviour, its impacts on team dynamics and patient safety, and the importance of self-awareness among medical professionals. Key findings from recent research highlight that even subtle actions like eye-rolling can negatively affect patient safety as much as overt harassment. The speaker emphasises the importance of psychological safety, trust, competence, authenticity, consistency, and empathy in maintaining a healthy team environment. Practical advice includes assessing one's own behaviour and seeking honest feedback from colleagues and loved ones. Comprehensive show notes are available here 00:00 Introduction: Addressing Bad Behaviour 01:18 Defining Bad Behaviour 01:49 Impacts of Bad Behaviour 03:15 Psychological Safety and Team Dynamics 04:24 Personal Experiences and Observations 05:46 Types of Bad Behaviour 07:19 Research Findings on Workplace Behaviour 09:10 Self-Awareness and Behavioural Impact 14:21 The Karpman Drama Triangle 17:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts…
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1 Ep 250 - Monthly Round Up September 2024 - Patient Experience in the ED, Dirty Adrenaline, and More! 28:55
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In this episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, Iain Beardsell and Simon Carley discuss various facets of emergency medicine. They highlight a study on patient experience in emergency departments , focusing on issues like loss of autonomy, unmet expectations, and vulnerability. Suggestions for improvement include better communication, effective signage, and patient comfort. The podcast also covers a ' dirty adrenaline drip ' study from Australia, emphasizing remote inotrope management. Discussions include the use of arterial blood pressure monitoring in pre-hospital settings and the merits of CT scans beyond the traditional six-hour window for diagnosing subarachnoid haemorrhage. The episode wraps up with reflections on the positives of emergency medicine and the importance of maintaining enthusiasm and mastery in the field. 00:00 Introduction 01:08 Patient Experience in the Emergency Department 02:33 Improving Patient Experience: Practical Tips 04:05 Qualitative Studies in Healthcare 06:43 Dirty Adrenaline Drip: A Practical Insight 10:44 Emergency Endoscopy for Caustic Ingestions 14:15 Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Diagnosis: The S.H.E.D. Study 18:14 Arterial Blood Pressure Monitoring in Pre-Hospital Settings 24:18 Reflections on Emergency Medicine as a Career 27:41 Conclusion…
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1 Ep 249 - Care in the Hot Zone with Claire Park at Tactical Trauma 2024 24:32
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In this episode, recorded live at Tactical Trauma 2024 , Dr Claire Park explores the critical lessons learned from civilian and military incidents, focusing on her extensive experience in the Army and their role as chief investigator in a UK trial examining responses to terrorist attacks. The talk covers the significance of 'hot zones,' illustrated by detailed analyses of the London Bridge and Fishmongers' Hall attacks and key topics include risk assessment, the importance of rapid medical intervention, the concept of survivability, the need for integrated communication among emergency services, and the human factors influencing decision-making in high-pressure environments. Claire also delves into practical strategies like the 10-second triage and bridging interventions, emphasizing the need for timely and effective medical responses to save lives. 00:00 Introduction to Learning from Incidents 01:52 Setting the Scene: Hot Zones 01:55 Case Study: London Bridge Attack 04:23 Understanding Hot Zones 05:51 Case Study: Fishmongers Hall 07:58 Risk Assessment in Pre-Hospital Care 09:23 Communication and Coordination Challenges 10:16 International Models and Time Management 12:13 Triage and Life-Saving Interventions 15:18 Data and Research on Causes of Death 21:43 Human Factors in Emergency Response 24:00 Conclusion Dr Claire Park is a consultant in pre-hospital emergency medicine for London's HEMS, as well as anaesthesia and critical care medicine at Kings College Hospital in London. She also is an army consultant with over 20 years of deployed military experience. Claire is the Medical Adviser to the Specialist Firearms teams of the Metropolitan Police Service and has worked closely with all of the emergency services in London on developing the joint response to high-threat incidents, particularly following the attacks of 2017. She is the Chief Investigator on a UK nationally-funded research grant looking at evidence for improving patient outcomes in the hot zone of major incidents. She is also a CTECC Committee member.…
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