CRACKCast & Physicians as Humans on CanadiEM

Latest Episodes:

CAEP 2021: Recent EM Literature and Global EM Track Chairs Jun 10, 2021

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This is the third episode of our CanadiEM's podcast series in collaboration with CAEP 2021. In this episode, Dr. Hans Rosenberg is joined by two CAEP 2021 Track Chairs, who give a sneak peak about the great speakers lined up! First, we are joined by Dr. Ken Milne, who outlines the Recent Emergency Medicine Literature track. Afterwards, Dr. Caroline Kowal highlights the Global Emergency Medicine track.

CAEP 2021: Tracts and Plenary Speakers Jun 07, 2021

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This is the third episode of our CanadiEM's podcast series in collaboration with CAEP 2021, with our guest host Ken Milne. You may recognize Ken Milne's voice from the popular podcast Skeptic's Guide to Emergency Medicine. In this series, Ken breaks down will tell you everything you need to know about the upcoming CAEP 2021 conference, CAEP at the Forks: Rising to the Challenge!

In today's episode, Ken Milne meets with Dr. Tamara McColl to discuss everything you need to know about the upcoming CAEP conference tracks and plenary speakers. Dr. Tamara McColl breaks down why you should attend the CAEP conference, and what exciting tracks to look out for!

CAEP 2021: Pre-Conference Details May 31, 2021

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This is the second episode of our CanadiEM's podcast series in collaboration with CAEP 2021, with our guest host Ken Milne. You may recognize Ken Milne's voice from the popular podcast Skeptic's Guide to Emergency Medicine. In this series, Ken breaks down will tell you everything you need to know about the upcoming CAEP 2021 conference, CAEP at the Forks: Rising to the Challenge!

In today's episode, Ken Milne meets with Dr. Tamara McColl to discuss everything you need to know about the upcoming CAEP pre-conference. Dr. Tamara McColl breaks down the meaning behind CAEP at the Forks, why you should attend the CAEP pre-conference!

WILDEM E11 - drowning May 27, 2021

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This episode covers drowning in the wilderness/prehospital setting.

CAEP 2021: Goals of the Conference May 24, 2021

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This is the first episode of our CanadiEM's podcast series in collaboration with CAEP 2021, with our guest host Kevin Milne. You may recognize Kevin Milne's voice from the popular podcast Skeptic's Guide to Emergency Medicine. In this series, Kevin breaks down will tell you everything you need to know about the upcoming CAEP 2021 conference, CAEP at the Forks: Rising to the Challenge!

In today's episode, Kevin Milne meets with Dr. Tamara McColl to discuss everything you need to about the upcoming CAEP Conference. Dr. Tamara McColl breaks down the meaning behind CAEP at the Forks, why you should attend the CAEP conference and all the details you need to know before attending!

CAEP Conference + CanadiEM Collaboration Ep 2: Introducing Track Chairs May 17, 2021

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In this collaboration CAEP Conference + CanadiEM promotions podcast episode - We introduce some of our amazing track chairs from the conference. They discuss their guest speakers and some of the awesome content they will be hosting at their respective tracks!

Track Chairs - Tracks:

Dr. Brandon Ritcey - Procedures Dr. Hasan Sheikh - Advocacy and Public Affairs: Leading System-Wide Change as an Emergency Physician Dr. Lisa Thurgur - CORE-EM Dr. Eddy Lang - Leadership and Admin (LeAd) and Flow

Check out the podcast and register for the conference at CAEP Conference website at www.caepconference.ca

Tales From The Trenches E03: COVID and the Medical Student Dilemma with Dr. Jazmyn Shaw May 10, 2021

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In this episode, Tiffany talks with Dr. Jazmyn Shaw, the current EMRA Medical Student Council Chair, about the unique challenges faced by medical students during the COVID pandemic. From being abruptly pulled from rotations, uncertainty over audition rotations, virtual interviews and match to the first doses of a COVID vaccine, we cover it all! As we enter year 2 of the COVID pandemic, Dr. Shaw gives us a reminder to love ourselves more and fully appreciate all we have overcome in this past year. Take a listen!

CRACKCast E225 – Head Trauma May 03, 2021

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Core Questions

Define mild, moderate, and severe TBI (including Box 34.1).
Explain the concepts of cerebral autoregulation and CPP. Why is this clinically relevant?
- Primary and secondary brain injury.
- direct and indirect brain injury.
Differentiate between:
Describe the 4 herniation syndromes
List the extra-axial brain injuries
List the intra-axial brain injuries
Outline your approach to the clinical assessment of the brain injured patient (including GCS and brainstem reflexes).
Describe key imaging findings in the main types of traumatic brain injury.
- Inititial resuscitation
- ICP management and hyperosmolar therapy
- Indications for seizure and antibiotic prophylaxis
- Reversal of anticoagulation
- Decompressive therapies
Outline your management priorities in TBI with respect to:
List the complications of TBI.

Wisecracks

What are the layers of the scalp?
What is the Munro-Kellie doctrine?
What is Cushing's reflex?
List the clinical features of basal skull fracture (Box 34.2)
Describe 3 clinical decision rules that apply to neuroimaging in mild TBI.
Describe a graduated return to play protocol as per Rosen's.

WILDEM E10 - IM TXA Apr 12, 2021

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This episode covers a recent article published : "Pharmacokinetics of intramuscular tranexamic acid in bleeding trauma patients"

CRACKCast E224 - Multiple Trauma Apr 07, 2021

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Core Questions

What are the injuries for the following blunt trauma mechanisms:
1. Head-on collision
2. Rear end collision
3. Lateral (T-bone) collision
4. Rollover
5. Ejected from vehicle
6. Windshield damage
7. Steering wheel damage
8. Dashboard involvement or damage
9. Restraint or seat belt use
10. Air bag deployment
11. Low-speed pedestrian versus automobile
12. High-speed pedestrian versus automobile
13. Bicycle versus automobile
14. Non-automobile-related
15. Vertical impact falls
16. Horizontal impact falls
Outline an approach to the primary survey for the trauma patient.
Describe the elements of the eFAST exam.
Outline an approach to the secondary survey in the trauma patient.
Detail relevant ancillary laboratory tests to order in the trauma patient.
1. Canadian CT Head Rule
2. Canadian C-Spine Rule
3. NEXUS C-Spine Rule
4. NEXUS Chest Rule
List the components of the following imaging decision-making tool
What are the indications for a CT abdomen/pelvis in the trauma patient?