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In this episode of the Maimo EM Pearls Podcast, hosted by Dr. Chris Reilly, the focus is on pediatric heart emergencies, an area less common than adult emergency cases. The session starts with Dr. Mitchell Waters presenting a case of a young girl diagnosed with endocarditis post-cardiac workup. Various pediatric heart emergency topics are discussed, including management of undifferentiated sick neonates with potential congenital heart disease by Dr. Hector Vasquez, treatment protocols for neonatal emergencies involving congenital heart disease, and common side effects of PGE1 administration. Additionally, ECG case studies with Drs. Vicky Kuo and Christine Rizcala focus on different ECG presentations. Pediatric resuscitation techniques and PALS simulation cases are covered by Drs. Vishnu Mupala and Eric Roseman. Dr. Mara Zafrina discusses pediatric heart failure, categorizing it similarly to adult heart failure, and Dr. Jessica Zerzan reviews the mnemonic THE MISFITS for diagnosing critically ill infants. The final lecture by Dr. Reilly himself emphasizes the importance of ICU consultations for unstable patients and critical illness management.
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In this episode of the Maimo EM Pearls Podcast, Dr. Chris Reilly discusses hospital policies on handling ICE and law enforcement in the ED. The key protocol involves referring law enforcement to security, confirming officer identification, and sharing limited patient information. Dr. Reilly then transitions to a comprehensive review of high-yield topics for the In-Training Exam (ITE). Key medical concepts covered include ECG patterns for various cardiac conditions, heart murmur maneuvers, cardiology buzzwords, infectious diseases and their common presentations, common antidotes for specific toxins, pediatric exanthems, orthopedic fractures and dislocations, environmental emergencies and musculoskeletal injuries. The episode provides extensive, high-yield information relevant for exam preparation and clinical practice.
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In this episode of the Maimo EM Pearls Podcast, host Dr. Chris Reilly summarizes key highlights from this week's Neuro II Conference. Dr. Josh Bodnar discusses a critical case involving a house fire patient with soot in the nares and airway complications, leading to a diagnosis of carbon monoxide and cyanide toxicity and eventual intubation. Additional small group discussions cover status epilepticus management, distinguishing types of vertigo, cervical artery dissection, alcohol withdrawal syndrome, and antibiotic stewardship, providing detailed treatment protocols and key diagnostic considerations.
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In this episode of the Maimo EM Pearls Podcast, hosts Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Hannah Blakely discuss insights shared by Dr. Ernest Wang, from the ABEM Board of Directors, on building a successful medical career, including tips like savoring wins, trusting oneself, continuous hard work, adaptability, patient-centric care, and anxiety relief. They then delve into updates about the ABEM board examination changes set for 2026, emphasizing the transition to an in-person certifying exam. The episode also covers detailed discussions on different neuro small groups during conference including peripheral neuropathies, differentiating between symmetrical and unilateral forms, and the effective use of treatments like gabapentin. Attention is given to critical headache diagnoses that should not be missed, such as meningitis, subarachnoid hemorrhage, carbon monoxide poisoning, giant cell arteritis, and more. They further explore neuroprotective intubation techniques, stressing pre-oxygenation, patient positioning, and post-intubation sedation. Finally, Dr. Kadeen Forrest's lecture on headache management in pregnancy is recapped, highlighting conditions like preeclampsia, PRESS, and cerebral venous thrombosis.
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In this episode of the Maimo EM Pearls Podcast, host Chris Reilly is joined by Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alex Arroyo, discusses critical pediatric gastrointestinal (GI) emergencies. They focus on a variety of conditions, including an intricate case of pediatric abdominal pain initially diagnosed as appendicitis but later identified as an appy + ovarian torsion. The discussion expands to other significant pediatric GI issues highlighted through conference talks, small group sessions, and oral board cases. Conditions covered include appendicitis, pyloric stenosis, malrotation with volvulus, intussusception, and necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). Dr. Arroyo underscores the importance of keeping a broad differential diagnosis, understanding age-specific associations but not anchoring, and being vigilant with conditions like ovarian torsion and intussusception. Practical diagnostic tips, such as using ultrasound effectively and recognizing clinical signs, are also provided. The episode emphasizes the dynamic nature of emergency medicine and the necessity of adapting diagnosis strategies to ensure optimal patient care.
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In this episode of MEPP, host Chris Reilly discusses Pediatric Trauma day at the Maimonides EM Residency Conference. The episode begins with Dr. Cassidy Baldwin's presentation on dehydration signs and management. Dr. Christine Rizkalla lead a discussion on non-accidental trauma, highlighting risk factors and injury patterns. Dr. Hector Vasquez discussed the PECARN head CT rule for evaluating pediatric head trauma. Dr. Jonathan Rochlin covers multi-system pediatric trauma preparedness, emphasizing the importance of being prepared with appropriate equipment and protocols. The episode also includes practical advice on performing a pediatric cric by Drs. Fagan and Camino, insights into managing pediatric traumatic brain injuries from Dr. James Lashkin, and a detailed guest lecture by Dr. Datta on the implications of non-fatal strangulation. The podcast wraps up with wishes for safe holidays, noting a brief hiatus in resident conferences.
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In this episode, Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Kelsey Clayman discuss various ophthalmological emergencies presented in a conference on December 11th, 2024. They dive into an M&M case of bilateral vision loss with an elevated lactate and metabolic acidosis, emphasizing the importance of considering multiple diagnoses. The team also covers pain and painless red eye differentiations, pain and painless vision loss, and MUDPILES. Discussions include orbital compartment syndrome with the emergency procedure, lateral canthotomy and eye infections. They highlight the utilization of Morgan lenses and Tonopen, and conclude with critical emergency treatments for conditions such as central retinal artery occlusion, giant cell arteritis, and acute angle closure glaucoma.
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In this episode of the Maimonides emergency medicine pearls podcast, Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Kelsey Clayman discuss highlights from their recent resident conference. They cover a morbidity and mortality case on lithium toxicity in a non-verbal patient, emphasizing the importance of thorough medication reviews. Small group sessions included topics such as differentials for back pain, with a focus on spinal epidural abscesses, and a Jeopardy! game on CNS infections, highlighting meningitis statistics and treatment nuances. Dr. Luke Weber reviewed HIV/AIDS prophylaxis, stressing the significance of PrEP and PEP, and Dr. Blair Dozois gave an extensive lecture on STIs, covering treatment protocols and notable symptoms for various infections. The session ends with essential takeaways on hepatitis risks and vaccination advice.
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Join Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Kelsey Clayman, PGY-3 at Maimonides, as they discuss this week's highlights from the Maimo EM conference. Key topics include analyzing a pediatric head trauma case, sepsis management, viral illnesses, acute angle closure glaucoma, and travel-related diseases. Plus, get insights into stress coping mechanisms for residents and important documentation tips for emergency physicians.
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The second episode of the Maimo EM Pearls podcast, hosted by Chris Reilly along with co-hosts Courtney Chiu and Hannah Blakely, explores key learnings from a recent morbidity and mortality (M&M) lecture with a focus on anchoring bias. The episode also covers small group discussions led by Nathan Zapolsky on pelvic fractures, including imaging and treatment techniques, as well as Luke Weber and CJ Bassig Santos's lectures on unstable cervical spine injuries and neurogenic shock. Detailed explanations of various C-spine fractures and the mnemonic for remembering them, as well as the importance of meticulous documentation in trauma cases, are provided.
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The first episode of the Maimo EM Pearls podcast, hosted by Chris Reilly and chief resident Courtney Chiu, covers various topics in trauma. They discuss the experience of Maimonides Emergency Medicine Residency Program, handling patient management in emergency departments, and the importance of communication in patient boarding situations. The episode also delves into medical pearls from recent conferences, including the management of traumatic brain injuries, facial trauma, and penetrating neck trauma. Specific details shared include techniques for treating brain bleeds, facial lacerations, auricular hematomas, and various forms of trauma, along with the clinical approach and treatment protocols for these conditions.
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The Maimo EM Pearls podcast aims to help residents and attendings catch up on the weekly Maimonides Emergency Medicine Residency conference content. The resident conference line up typically starts off with a morbidity and mortality lecture, then topic-based small groups with a simulation-based small group (when in person), then overarching topic resident lectures, and lastly various other lectures in the final hour. The podcast reviews essential insights from these conferences. Thanks for joining!
