HIV shows up in the ED in more ways than we realize — from needle sticks to acute retroviral syndrome to the patient who quietly screens positive on routine labs. And at 3 am, the questions that matter aren’t abstract pathophysiology but the practical ones: When do I start PEP? How do I not miss acute HIV? Should I really be starting treatment from the ED? Join Dr. Hoeflinger as she breaks down what every emergency physician needs to know to diagnose, treat, and counsel patients with confidence through 10 FAQs about HIV.

Diabetic ketoacidosis is a familiar ED diagnosis, but the best fluid strategy is still up for debate. Many of us default to the traditional one‑bag system, even though it can be slow to adjust and prone to glucose swings. This new meta‑analysis compares one‑bag versus two‑bag DKA management across adults and children, examining hypoglycemia rates, time to resolution, and operational impact. Join Dr. Knudsen-Robbins as she breaks down what the evidence shows — and whether the two‑bag system truly offers a clinical edge.

Point‑of‑care echo is fast, powerful—and famously operator‑dependent. Most of us rely on quick visual impressions because precise measurements take time we often don’t have. This new study puts three automated, real‑time AI tools to the test, comparing their ejection fraction, VTI, and IVC assessments against an expert’s read. Join Dr. Sookdeo as she breaks down how well the algorithms performed and what this could mean for the future of bedside echo.

Penetrating injuries to the neck are always concerning, but do they all need exploration surgically? Radiographically? Join Dr. Tronetti as she reviews the zones and data behind the diagnostic algorithm in penetrating neck injuries

Documentation load is a major driver of burnout in emergency medicine, and the ED’s pace only intensifies the pressure. Ambient AI scribes offer a hands‑free way to capture encounters and ease charting—but how often are these tools actually used, and do they meaningfully change documentation time? Join Dr. Kopel as she unpacks what early use reveals about the promise and limitations of AI‑generated documentation in emergency care.

Survival after out‑of‑hospital cardiac arrest hinges often on getting an AED to the patient within minutes - but in most communities (especially more rural areas), that simply doesn’t happen fast enough. First responders often arrive too late, and bystanders rarely have immediate access to a device. This study explores whether pairing first responders with strategically deployed AED‑carrying drones could finally make 5‑minute defibrillation a reality. Join Dr. Boyer as he breaks down what this model suggests about the future of rapid OHCA response.

Blunt cerebrovascular injuries can often be subtle and difficult to diagnose. They are associated with significant morbidity and mortality and therefore early recognition and treatment of these injuries is vital. Join Dr King as he discusses the nuances of blunt cerebrovascular injuries including how to properly manage them. 

Extrapulmonary tuberculosis (EPTB), a difficult emergency diagnosis is nonetheless important to consider in subacute and chronic fever and has overlap with its pulmonary form. Join Dr. Schneider as he takes a deep dive into what you need to know when suspecting EPTB.