This week Dr. Walsh provides great case-based learning in our monthly morbidity and mortality conference, Dr. Martella challenges us with his CPC case, and UC Neurology Education Chief Resident, Dr. Joey LaPorta, provides case-based pro-tips for common neurologic issues.
Read MoreThis week there were a number of underlying themes between pacemakers, MIs and leadership as well as some other high yield topics sprinkled in. Dr. Broadstock kicked us off with an educational lecture on pacemakers. We combined with our neurology colleagues to discuss how to best take care of basic neuro complaints in the ED in the time of COVID. R3s led an awesome small group on high sensitivity troponin. Dr. Banning shared the lessons she has learned through her own mistakes and failures. A truly heroic resuscitation for a patient in R heart failure by Dr. Skrobut in his Taming the SRU lecture. Lastly, learned about pediatric ophthalmology from Dr. Zamor.
Read MoreShan Modi, MD walks us through a critically ill patient with pulmonary embolism then breaks down the literature surrounding the management of Pulmonary Embolism both in the Emergency Department and Critical Care Transport Environment. We will cover fluid support, vasopressor usage, ventilatory management, vasodilators, ECMO and more!
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.
