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Grand Rounds Recap 8/3/16
This week we spent some time with in-situ trauma simulations, followed up by lectures on medical causes of trauma with Dr. Thompson, STEMI and aspirin allergy with Dr. Axelson and a cardiology update with our specialist of the month from our cardiology intensivity and interventionalist Dr. Tim Smith.
Protect Me! "Flights" #4 Recap
Welcome to the Final Recap of our “Flights” Case Series!
Thanks to all those who participated in the discussion and to those who tuned into the “Flights” cases throughout the spring and summer. The final "Flights" cases centered in on several challenging airway scenarios. Penetrating neck trauma with a tracheal injury; GSW to the face with significantly altered anatomy; and a tracheostomy displaced and a patient with critical hypoxia - airway management in the field requires a nimble mind and knowledge of one's own equipment. Take a look at our thoughts on the cases and see what you might do in similar situations.
Grand Rounds Recap 7/27/2016
This week in Grand Rounds we reviewed the morbidity and mortality cases from June and learned about infective endocarditis, intimate partner violence, tracheal injuries, pituitary adenomas, hepatic encephalopathy, epistaxis, and carfentanil - a new and dangerous adulterant in heroin. Dr. Denney was challenged to a case of dural venous sinus thrombosis. We learned about the life of an Air Force Reserve physician with Dr. Powell. Dr. Derks taught us about negative pressure pulmonary edema. Finally, we asked the question #whatsyourquestion? and reviewed how to call a good consult. Read on!