The St.Emlyn’s Podcast

St Emlyn’s Blog and Podcast
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The St.Emlyn’s Podcast

St Emlyn’s is the premier emergency medicine podcast from the UK. We discuss evidence based medicine, clinical excellence, wellbeing and the philosophy of emergency care.

  1. 19 HR AGO

    Ep 253 - Highlights from the London Trauma Conference 2024

    In this episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, Iain Beardsell and Natalie May reflect on their experiences at the London Trauma Conference, a four-day event covering various aspects of trauma and pre-hospital care. They discuss key takeaways from sessions on cardiac arrest, including talks on perioperative cardiac arrest and the prognostication of cardiac arrest patients. The episode also delves into wellness in the medical field, featuring insights from senior emergency physician Rod McKenzie and pre-hospital expert Matt Hooper on practical psychosocial care. Additionally, the podcast highlights advancements in trauma care, defibrillation strategies, and the importance of correct pad placement and basic practices. The episode underscores the holistic approach to patient care and the significance of personal well-being for medical professionals. 00:00 Welcome to the St Emlyn's Podcast 00:52 Highlights from the London Trauma Conference 01:13 Cardiac Arrest Symposium Insights 03:53 Prognostication After Cardiac Arrest 06:44 Defibrillation Strategies and Basics 08:29 Wellness and Mental Health in Emergency Medicine 11:10 Palliative Care in Pre-Hospital Settings 12:32 Trauma Conference Highlights and Innovations 16:48 Poster Presentations and Stand-Up Science 17:58 Key Takeaways and Reflections 18:43 Closing Remarks

    20 min

  2. 4 DEC

    Ep 252 - ECMO in Trauma with Chris Bishop at Tactical Trauma 24

    In this episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, hosts Iain Beardsell and Liz Crowe are joined by Chris Bishop, a clinical research fellow at the Centre for Trauma Sciences at Queen Mary University of London. Chris discusses his PhD research on veno-arterial ECMO support for cardiogenic shock following major trauma haemorrhage and explains the principles and applications of ECMO, particularly in trauma patients. The conversation covers the current practices, challenges, and future directions in the use of ECMO for trauma care, including multidisciplinary decision-making, patient selection criteria, and pioneering techniques like selective aortic arch perfusion and emergency preservation and resuscitation. 00:00 Introduction 01:12 Understanding ECMO and Its Applications 02:20 ECMO in Trauma Patients 04:17 Challenges and Resistance in ECMO Adoption 05:36 Current Research and Practices 11:31 Future Directions in Trauma Resuscitation 13:28 Conclusion

    14 min

  3. 27 NOV

    Ep 251 - Bad Behaviours in Teams with Liz Crowe at Tactical Trauma 24

    This episode, recorded live at Tactical Trauma 24 explores the concept of bad behaviour within high-performing medical teams. Liz Crowe, who will be well known to regular listeners, discusses what constitutes bad behaviour, its impacts on team dynamics and patient safety, and the importance of self-awareness among medical professionals. Key findings from recent research highlight that even subtle actions like eye-rolling can negatively affect patient safety as much as overt harassment. The speaker emphasises the importance of psychological safety, trust, competence, authenticity, consistency, and empathy in maintaining a healthy team environment. Practical advice includes assessing one's own behaviour and seeking honest feedback from colleagues and loved ones. Comprehensive show notes are available here 00:00 Introduction: Addressing Bad Behaviour 01:18 Defining Bad Behaviour 01:49 Impacts of Bad Behaviour 03:15 Psychological Safety and Team Dynamics 04:24 Personal Experiences and Observations 05:46 Types of Bad Behaviour 07:19 Research Findings on Workplace Behaviour 09:10 Self-Awareness and Behavioural Impact 14:21 The Karpman Drama Triangle 17:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    18 min

  4. 20 NOV

    Ep 250 - Monthly Round Up September 2024 - Patient Experience in the ED, Dirty Adrenaline, and More!

    In this episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, Iain Beardsell and Simon Carley discuss various facets of emergency medicine. They highlight a study on patient experience in emergency departments, focusing on issues like loss of autonomy, unmet expectations, and vulnerability. Suggestions for improvement include better communication, effective signage, and patient comfort. The podcast also covers a 'dirty adrenaline drip' study from Australia, emphasizing remote inotrope management. Discussions include the use of arterial blood pressure monitoring in pre-hospital settings and the merits of CT scans beyond the traditional six-hour window for diagnosing subarachnoid haemorrhage. The episode wraps up with reflections on the positives of emergency medicine and the importance of maintaining enthusiasm and mastery in the field. 00:00 Introduction 01:08 Patient Experience in the Emergency Department 02:33 Improving Patient Experience: Practical Tips 04:05 Qualitative Studies in Healthcare 06:43 Dirty Adrenaline Drip: A Practical Insight 10:44 Emergency Endoscopy for Caustic Ingestions 14:15 Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Diagnosis: The S.H.E.D. Study 18:14 Arterial Blood Pressure Monitoring in Pre-Hospital Settings 24:18 Reflections on Emergency Medicine as a Career 27:41 Conclusion

    29 min

  5. 14 NOV

    Ep 249 - Care in the Hot Zone with Claire Park at Tactical Trauma 2024

    In this episode, recorded live at Tactical Trauma 2024, Dr Claire Park explores the critical lessons learned from civilian and military incidents, focusing on her extensive experience in the Army and their role as chief investigator in a UK trial examining responses to terrorist attacks.   The talk covers the significance of 'hot zones,' illustrated by detailed analyses of the London Bridge and Fishmongers' Hall attacks and key topics include risk assessment, the importance of rapid medical intervention, the concept of survivability, the need for integrated communication among emergency services, and the human factors influencing decision-making in high-pressure environments. Claire also delves into practical strategies like the 10-second triage and bridging interventions, emphasizing the need for timely and effective medical responses to save lives.   00:00 Introduction to Learning from Incidents 01:52 Setting the Scene: Hot Zones 01:55 Case Study: London Bridge Attack 04:23 Understanding Hot Zones 05:51 Case Study: Fishmongers Hall 07:58 Risk Assessment in Pre-Hospital Care 09:23 Communication and Coordination Challenges 10:16 International Models and Time Management 12:13 Triage and Life-Saving Interventions 15:18 Data and Research on Causes of Death 21:43 Human Factors in Emergency Response 24:00 Conclusion   Dr Claire Park is a consultant in pre-hospital emergency medicine for London's HEMS, as well as anaesthesia and critical care medicine at Kings College Hospital in London. She also is an army consultant with over 20 years of deployed military experience. Claire is the Medical Adviser to the Specialist Firearms teams of the Metropolitan Police Service and has worked closely with all of the emergency services in London on developing the joint response to high-threat incidents, particularly following the attacks of 2017. She is the Chief Investigator on a UK nationally-funded research grant looking at evidence for improving patient outcomes in the hot zone of major incidents. She is also a CTECC Committee member.

    25 min

  6. 6 NOV

    Ep 248 - Prehospital eCPR with Alice Hutin at Tactical Trauma 2024

    Join Iain Beardsell and Liz Crowe in an engaging discussion with Alice Hutton, an emergency physician from Paris, at Tactical Trauma 24 in Sundsvall, Sweden. The episode delves into the implementation and logistics of pre-hospital eCPR (Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) by SAMU in Paris. Alice shares insights from her PhD research on refractory cardiac arrest and discusses the use of therapeutic hypothermia, including experimental approaches like total liquid ventilation. Key topics include team composition, decision-making for patient eligibility, real-time management strategies, bypassing traditional emergency rooms for specialized facilities, and the challenges of scene management, family communication, and post-event debriefing. This conversation offers a comprehensive look at the latest innovations that could transform pre-hospital emergency medical services. Read more here... 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:29 eCPR in Paris: Current Practices 02:35 Dispatch and Response Protocols 03:32 On-Scene Procedures and Challenges 04:23 Decision Making and Scene Management 05:53 Training and Handling Difficult Situations 06:59 Challenges of eCPR Decision-Making 08:07 Importance of Team Debriefing 08:52 Post-Resuscitation Procedures 10:12 Operational Logistics and Success Rates 11:20 Innovative Research in Therapeutic Hypothermia 13:13 Future of Pre-Hospital Cooling Techniques 13:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    14 min

  7. 30 OCT

    Ep 247 - August 2024 Round-Up - Goldilocks Moments, Nasal Analgesia, and Public Health in the ED

    In this episode of the St. Emlyn's podcast, hosts Iain Beardsell and Simon Carley share their insights from recent conferences, including Gateshead's RCEM scientific conference, Tactical Trauma 24 in Sweden, and the Premier Conference. They explore 'Goldilocks moments' for executing life-saving procedures in critical care, emphasizing optimal timing for interventions like thoracotomies. The episode also discusses innovative training methods like shadowboxing to enhance decision-making in high-stress medical scenarios. In addition, they review a significant trial on smoking cessation in emergency departments, highlighting its potential role in broader public health initiatives, including sexual health and HIV screening. Discussions also cover various pain management strategies, such as the use of intranasal vs. intravenous Ketorolac for renal colic. The hosts critique the traditional peer review process in medical research and advocate for open peer review to support equitable and accessible scientific publishing. 00:00 Introduction and Catching Up 02:07 The Goldilocks Moment in Critical Care 05:25 Training and Decision-Making in Emergency Procedures 07:23 Smoking Cessation in Emergency Departments 10:07 Challenges in Implementing Preventive Health Strategies 10:38 Successful Public Health Projects in Emergency Medicine 11:19 Exploring Alternative Interventions in Emergency Departments 11:52 Highlights from the Premier Conference 12:54 Intranasal Ketorolac for Pain Management 15:46 The Future of Peer Review in Medical Research 20:09 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming Content

    21 min

  8. 23 OCT

    Ep 246 - Simulation for Elite Team Performance with Andrew Petrosoniak at Tactical Trauma 2024

    In this episode, recorded at Tactical Trauma 2024, Andrew Petrosoniak discusses real-world experiences in trauma care, and the innovative use of simulation to resolve systematic issues in blood delivery and overall trauma resuscitation protocols. Key takeaways include the concept of intelligent failure, reducing cognitive overload for medical staff, and the creation of efficient medical environments. Moreover, the episode delves into the significant improvements achieved through simulation, such as a 50% reduction in blood delivery times, and the integration of performance data to enhance CPR and clinical space design. Emphasizing the importance of using data to drive improvements, the conversation explores the implementation of roles like a CPR coach and the scalable application of these practices across individual, team, and systemic levels. Listeners are encouraged to view failures constructively and leverage simulations and data for better patient outcomes and team performance. 00:00 Introduction to Simulation in Emergency Medicine 01:05 A Real-Life Trauma Case 02:18 Identifying Systemic Issues 02:46 Implementing and Testing Solutions 05:45 The Concept of Intelligent Failure 09:41 Scaling and Impact of Simulation 10:22 The Power of Simulation in Experimentation 10:56 Data Integration in Healthcare and Sports 11:29 Evaluating CPR Quality Through Simulation 12:14 Using Data to Improve Clinical Performance 13:47 Designing Clinical Spaces with Simulation Data 15:28 Scaling Impact with Simulation 18:02 Efficient Team Communication in Trauma Bays 19:04 Broadcasting and Recording Simulations for Education 19:39 Conclusion and Future Directions The Speaker Dr. Andrew Petrosoniak is an emergency physician and trauma team leader at St. Michael’s Hospital and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto. He has completed a Master of Science in medical education where he focused on the use of in situ simulation (practice in the actual workplace) in procedural skill acquisition. Andrew’s field of research includes in situ simulation and simulation-based technical skill acquisition. His work focuses on usability testing and the identification of personnel- and systems-based safety threats within acute care medicine. He is the principal investigator of the TRUST study (Trauma Resuscitation Using in Situ simulation for Team Training) that includes a partnership with human factors experts to evaluate systems and processes during high-stakes trauma simulations.

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St Emlyn’s is the premier emergency medicine podcast from the UK. We discuss evidence based medicine, clinical excellence, wellbeing and the philosophy of emergency care.

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    St Emlyn’s Blog and Podcast
  • Years Active
    2012 - 2024
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    255
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