Join us as we recap another informative week of grand rounds, exploring opiate use disorder and medication assisted therapy, cerebral venous sinus thrombosis, caring for immunosuppressed heme-onc patients with new therapies, high-value care, perforated peptic ulcers, and laryngectomy tubes!!
Read MoreDr. Li shares some R4 case follow up(s). Review of migraine treatments with Drs. Diaz and Shaw. Dr. Gressick vs. Dr. Roche in a CPC case. Air Care Grand Rounds reviewing trauma, obstetrical trauma, aircraft safety, and a pediatric trauma simulation with Drs. Hinckley, Gottula, and Skrobut.
Read MoreOpioid withdrawal is a common presenting complaint in the emergency department. As opioid use disorder prevalence continues to increase, opioid withdrawal will continue to increase as well. Join Dr. Stark to review the mechanism and treatment options for Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome!
Read MoreWe had a diverse and interesting set of topics for this week of Grand Rounds! Dr. Mehlman, a pediatric orthopedist, took us through high-yield, can’t miss orthopedics cases. Following this, we went through strategies in team-building and recruitment with Drs. Stettler, Fermann, and McDonough as part of our Leadership Curriculum. Dr. Jarrell then presented local data on our Naloxone Distribution program and opioid overdoses. We concluded the day with a lecture on hernia diagnosis and management by Dr. Leech, followed by a fantastic small group session on Wellness lead by Drs. Jarrell and Banning. Enjoy our summary of these high-yield topics!
Read MoreIt was an exciting week of Grand Rounds where Dr. Colmer presented our monthly Morbidity and Mortality conference. We had a fantastic guest lecturer, Dr. Reuben Strayer (@emupdates), who discussed opioid abuse and airway management. Finally, our consultant of the month was Dr. Amy Makley who discussed blunt abdominal trauma. Take a look!
Read MoreThis week Dr. Gottula gave us a great in-depth explanation into alloimmunization and the use of RhoGAM in the ED. Dr. Owens and Faryar participated in a CPC centered around a sickle cell patient with knee pain. Dr. Asghar from orthopedics discussed the management of spine fractures in the ED. Our visiting professor Dr. Gail D'Onofrio discussed the ongoing opioid abuse issues facing the country. Dr. Hall discussed industrial injuries while Dr. Polsinelli wrapped things up with a discussion about how to use EMR to report core measures.
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.
