Join us for quick hits into the orbital infections to be aware of in the emergency department ranging from relatively benign to potentially eye-threatening. Learn the difference to help make the catch and save your patient’s vision!
Read MoreDuring this week’s Grand Rounds, Dr. Urbanowicz presented Morbidity and Mortality, Dr. Ijaz discussed the diagnosis and management of aortic dissection, Dr. Walsh shares tips for thoracentesis and dosing for systemic tPA, and Dr. Oteng joins us to share his experiences in global emergency medicine.
Read MoreNeck pain is not only neck pain - and as with any unknown the ultrasound is the key for figuring it out. Join us for a case of Lemierre’s!
Read MoreThis week Dr. Banning discussed several practice-changing topics in our Morbidity and Mortality conference. Drs. Laurence and Wolochatiuk prsented their QIKT project for the management of acute, decompensated pulmonary hypertension, and Dr. Wright gave a fascinating presentation on the approach to fever in a returning traveler.
Read MoreSkin and soft tissue (SSTI) ultrasound is a hotly debated area of utility, however the returning cellulitis is a hard indication. Join Dr. Ham and he presents a case of a worsening cellulitis despite adequate antibiotics, and a dive into the literature of SSTI US.
Read MoreThis week we got a refreshing look at soft tissue ultrasound from our US guru Dr. Stolz. We then moved to the opposite end of modern imaging with the rarely indicated but intermittently very useful KUB by Dr. Skrobut. Drs Kiser and Ventura battled it out in a CPC case of pyloric stenosis then the R4s ran a simulation and small group on global health pathologies.
Read More'Twas a fantastic grand rounds. Drs. Banning and Golden started it off taking us through the most recent evidence for management of sub-massive and massive PE, as well as presenting their algorithm to be published on Emergency KT. This was followed by a global health lecture given by Dr. Lagasse, which covered a range of re-emerging infectious diseases. Next, Dr. Bryant took us through multiple pediatric cases, and discussed her approach in determining whether to discharge, transfer, or treat pediatric patients with common / representative complaints. Dr. Adeoye then took us through the history and development of our current approach to the management of acute ischemic stroke. Dr. LaFollette then took us through an evidence based approach to removing things from where they shouldn't be in his edition of mastering minor care, discussing approaches to removing retained objects from ears and skin. We then finished the conference with two interesting cases: One presented by Dr. Sabedra that was followed by a discussion on the diagnosis and management of massive hemoptysis, and the other presented by Dr. Dang illustrating the differences and similarities hyperthermic toxidromes including NMS and serotonin syndrome as well as their management.
Read MoreA woman in her 50s and a history of uncontrolled diabetes presents with a draining wound from her heel. Your first thought should be this... Read on for an update on the latest information on the diagnosis and treatment or necrotizing faciitis.
Read MoreSRU (pronounced "shrew") = Shock Resuscitation Unit
Training in, and managing, the SRU is one of the crown jewels of our residency. It is where the sickest of the sick patients are found in our ED. It is a crucible, a test of knowledge and strength, and a true manifestation of the tripartite mission of our department: Leadership, Excellence, and Opportunity.
Training in, and managing, the SRU is one of the crown jewels of our residency. It is where the sickest of the sick patients are found in our ED. It is a crucible, a test of knowledge and strength, and a true manifestation of the tripartite mission of our department: Leadership, Excellence, and Opportunity.
