Emra*cast

As the first Latina physician in the United States Congress, Rep. Yadira Caraveo, MD, brings a unique voice to policymaking. Dr. Caraveo tells former EMRA President Jessica Adkins Murphy about how she decided to run for office, what she hopes to achieve, and how every doctor can impact patient care through advocacy.

Seizures are part of the bread and butter in emergency medicine. Most of the time when these patients arrive in the ED, the seizing has stopped and there isn’t much else for us to do. But in the cases where they seizures don’t stop or when the patient has multiple seizures, do you know what meds to give and how much? How about second line? Third? Perhaps, even fourth line? In this episode Dr. Rod Fontenette goes over the latest in seizure management when first line benzos don’t work, the appropriate dosing of those meds, and what to do in certain patient populations.

A crashing tox patient poses one of the most unique and challenging cases we face in the emergency department. Do you know all the tricks of the trade when it comes to managing them? In this episode, host Dr. Masood Mohammed (@DocMooseEM and MedSchoolMoose) sits down with toxicology expert Dr. Gillian Beauchamp (EMRA and ACMT Medical Toxicology Guide senior editor) to break down some of the key points when it comes to navigating the unstable tox patient.

Palliative care can be difficult and confusing. How do we care for those at the end of their life, and how can we also care for their families? Today we discuss the conversational and medical sides of palliative care medicine with EMRA*Cast host Kyle Duke, MD, and Carrie Harvey, MD, an EM/intensivist at the University of Michigan.

In this episode, Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Lizzii Le co-host an interview with Dr. Adam Goodcoff to discuss the impact of social media in medical education. The conversation covers authenticity, transparency, professionalism, and the potential for social media to revolutionize medical education.

Orthopedic injuries might seem more straightforward than your average undifferentiated weak-and-dizzy presentation in the emergency department. But don't be fooled! Learn some key sports medicine tips from Washington Capitals physician Landon Mueller, MD, and EMRA*Cast's Will Smith, MD.

Medical errors are an unfortunate, but nearly unavoidable, part of medical training and practice. The key is knowing how to turn an honest mistake into wisdom. EM educators Laura Welsh, MD, and Ivan Zvonar, MD, have some tips you can put into practice today. Join EMRA*Cast hosts Dustin Slagle, MD, and Lizzii Le, MD, for this conversation.

Since the beginning of time, storytelling is how we would pass along information and learn new things. So why are doctors bad at it? EMRA*Cast host Kyle Duke, MD, joins  Avir Mitra, MD, an EM doc who also has created stories for Vice, NPR, Radiolab, and more. We talk about what makes a good story and why storytelling is still relevant in medicine.

Performing a good neuro exam is arguably one of the trickiest areas of emergency medicine, but it’s need-to-know and doesn’t have to be such a headache! In this episode, host Masood Mohammed (@DocMooseEM) sits down with emergency medicine physician Dr. Rahul Bhat (@bhatgtown of @GtownEM) to discuss how to perform a higher quality neuro exam on your next shift.

The culture of medical training historically has not supported an easy pregnancy experience. But is that culture changing? CAN you start your family before you finish residency?  EMRA*Cast host Lizzii Le, MD, talks to Melissa Nelson-Perron, MD, and Paige Reinfeld, DO, of Nuvance Health about the changing way the program approaches residents who are pregnant or planning family during training.

When Mark Cuban realized the "rebates" he was getting from his companies' PBM were actually paid for by his sickest employees, he couldn't opt out of the broken system fast enough. Now Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Co. is changing the game. What's next? And how can emergency medicine be part of this revolution? Find out with EMRA*Cast and EM Over Easy.

In this conversation with Dr. Anthony Mazarelli, co-author of “Wonder Drug: 7 Scientifically Proven Ways That Serving Others Is the Best Medicine For Yourself,” EMRACast host Dr. Chris Reilly dives deep into the idea of finding (and protecting) happiness through serving others. Tune in for a whole new approach to a healthy, happy attitude.

Many patients come and go through our trauma bays, but the goal never changes: Stabilize them, figure out what they need, then make that happen. In this episode, EMRA*Cast host Will Smith, MD, and Kyle Weant, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP, FCCP, discuss the evidence (or lack thereof) behind some of the most commonly used resuscitation medications.

If you've ever thought critical care medicine might be an interesting career path, pull up a chair and join this conversation between EMRA*Cast host Dustin Slagle, MD, and three EMRA crit-care leaders who have reached various milestones in their critical care medicine journey: Jenelle Badulak, MD; Mark Ramzy, DO, EMT-P; and Brian Sumner, MD.

“I think we need better on-shift teaching.” This is a common quote from residents and med students alike in the emergency department. EMRA*Cast host Chris Reilly, MD, MS, talks with EM:RAP Deputy Director and EM educator Jessica Mason, MD, about different ways residents can take learning into their own hands and get the most out of their on-shift education. It’s as easy as a SNAPPS (punny if you listen).

The management of several common pediatric emergency medicine complaints have changed in recent years. Are you up to date on the new guidelines? In this episode, host Masood Mohammed (@DocMooseEM) sits down with emergency medicine and pediatric emergency medicine physician Dr. Kristy Schwartz (@SchwartziEMPEM) to break down some need-to-know updates when it comes to taking care of kids.

Join Brittany Ladson, DO, and host Kyle Duke, MD, for some ToxTalk fun, talking about the differences between and the risks and dangers of tetrahydrocannabinol, Delta-9 THC, and Delta-8 THC. Be sure to check out Dr. Ladson’s article in EM Resident for a deeper dive.

Creating and maintaining a Curriculum Vitae (CV) can sometimes seem like a daunting task, but EMRA*Cast host Chris Reilly, MD, sits down with CV guru Dr. Saadia Akhtar to try to lessen the confusion and give you high-yield tips and tricks to make your CV stand out. 

Imposter syndrome robs you of confidence - and it can imperil your team, especially in a moment of crisis. Learn how to down-regulate yourself and the whole team, with host Will Smith, MD, and physician/coach Rob Orman, MD. (Pro tip: Tune in to Part 1 first to learn how to recognize that inner critic.) 

In this 2-part series, physician and coach Rob Orman, MD, explains how to deal with our inner critic so that we can be at our clinical best. He also touches on imposter syndrome and shares tips for dealing with the anxiety that sometimes comes with the territory for emergency physicians. Join host Will Smith, MD, to gain valuable insight from Dr. Orman.