WhiteBoard Medicine - Emergency And Critical Care

WhiteBoard Medicine

We are a multi-platform medical education channel with a passion for all things emergency and critical care medicine! Our content spans all levels of learners ranging from the interested public to students to healthcare professionals. We got our start on YouTube and have grown to almost 100,000 subscribers. We try to label our content as a suggestion for possible targeted audience: Public Health - Interested public Clinical Medicine Basics - Interested public, students, early trainees Clinical Medicine Advanced - Advanced trainees and healthcare professionals We are new to the podcasting space and are looking forward to expanding our reach! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@WhiteboardMedicine Patreon - http://www.patreon.com/whiteboardmedicine Newsletter - https://whiteboarddoctor.m-pages.com/IAdAdI/wbdr-sign-up

  1. 1d ago

    #272 Serotonin Syndrome - Diagnosis, Pathophysiology & Treatment

    Serotonin syndrome is a potentially life-threatening toxicologic emergency caused by excess serotonergic activity. Early recognition is critical in the emergency department, ICU, inpatient wards, and prehospital settings. In this episode, we review the fundamentals of serotonin syndrome including: • Pathophysiology • Serotonergic medications • Hyperthermia • Clonus and hyperreflexia • Neuromuscular findings • Autonomic instability • Differential diagnosis • Serotonin syndrome vs neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) • ICU and emergency department management • Supportive care strategies • Benzodiazepines and cyproheptadine This episode is designed for physicians, nurses, pharmacists, trainees, respiratory therapists, and anyone interested in emergency critical care medicine and toxicology. 🎥 YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoinGYGfs8k  📚 Download the study guide + access our complete emergency critical care curriculum: https://www.patreon.com/c/WhiteBoardMedicine Our Patreon includes: • PDF study guides for every episode • Emergency critical care mini-courses • Practice questions • Ad-free content • A structured ICU curriculum 🎧 WhiteBoard Medicine Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whiteboard-medicine-emergency-and-critical-care/id1808306430 DISCLAIMER: This content is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Clinical decisions should always be made using independent medical judgment, current guidelines, institutional protocols, and consultation with appropriate specialists. This content does not establish a physician-patient relationship and may not reflect the views of any affiliated institutions or employers.

    34 min

  2. 4d ago

    #271 Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome - Pathophysiology, Diagnosis & Treatment

    Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare but life-threatening toxicologic emergency associated with dopamine blockade and antipsychotic medications. Early recognition is critical in the emergency department, ICU, inpatient wards, and perioperative settings. In this episode, we review the fundamentals of neuroleptic malignant syndrome including: • Pathophysiology • Dopamine blockade • Common causative medications • Hyperthermia • Muscle rigidity • Elevated CK and rhabdomyolysis • Autonomic instability • Differential diagnosis • Serotonin syndrome vs NMS • ICU and emergency department management • Supportive care strategies • Bromocriptine and dantrolene This episode is designed for physicians, nurses, pharmacists, trainees, respiratory therapists, and anyone interested in emergency critical care medicine and toxicology. 🎥 YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=di0ksOt1Dl0  📚 Download the study guide + access our complete emergency critical care curriculum: https://www.patreon.com/c/WhiteBoardMedicine Our Patreon includes: • PDF study guides for every episode • Emergency critical care mini-courses • Practice questions • Ad-free content • A structured ICU curriculum 🎧 WhiteBoard Medicine Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whiteboard-medicine-emergency-and-critical-care/id1808306430 DISCLAIMER: This content is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Clinical decisions should always be made using independent medical judgment, current guidelines, institutional protocols, and consultation with appropriate specialists. This content does not establish a physician-patient relationship and may not reflect the views of any affiliated institutions or employers.

    29 min

  3. 6d ago

    #270 Salicylate Toxicity Explained Clearly | Acid Base Disorders, Intubation Pitfalls & ICU Management

    Salicylate toxicity is one of the most important acid-base and toxicologic emergencies encountered in emergency medicine, critical care, and hospital medicine. In this episode, we break down salicylate poisoning from the ground up including salicylate pharmacology, acid-base physiology, respiratory alkalosis, metabolic acidosis, sodium bicarbonate therapy, hemodialysis indications, airway management, and ICU management strategies. We also discuss: • Recognition of salicylate toxicity • Tachypnea and compensatory hyperventilation • Salicylate distribution and tissue penetration • Pulmonary edema and CNS toxicity • Volume depletion and electrolyte abnormalities • Intubation pitfalls in salicylate poisoning • Why mechanical ventilation can rapidly worsen critically ill patients • Co-ingestions and diagnostic challenges This episode is designed for medical students, residents, fellows, nurses, respiratory therapists, advanced practice providers, and practicing clinicians looking for a high-yield review of salicylate toxicity and acid-base disorders in critical illness. Watch the full YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcUS6v_Cktc 🔗 Download the full study guide + access our complete emergency critical care curriculum: https://www.patreon.com/c/WhiteBoardMedicine Our Patreon includes: • Study guides for every video • Mini-courses (ventilation, shock, RRT & more) • Practice questions • Ad-free videos • A structured ICU curriculum WhiteBoard Medicine Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whiteboard-medicine-emergency-and-critical-care/id1808306430 Disclaimer: WhiteBoard Medicine content is intended for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Clinical decisions should always be made using independent medical judgment, current guidelines, institutional protocols, and specialist consultation when appropriate.

    43 min

  4. May 26

    #269 Opioid Toxicity Explained | Recognition, Naloxone & Critical Care Management

    Opioid toxicity remains one of the most important toxicologic emergencies encountered in emergency medicine, critical care, EMS, and hospital medicine. In this episode, we break down opioid overdose from the ground up including opioid pharmacology, respiratory depression physiology, recognition of the opioid toxidrome, naloxone administration, airway management, ventilator considerations, post-reversal monitoring, and ICU management strategies. We also discuss: • Hypoventilation and hypercapnia • End tidal CO2 monitoring • Pulmonary edema in opioid overdose • Long-acting opioids and recurrent toxicity • Co-ingestions and diagnostic pitfalls • Intubation considerations in critically ill overdose patients This episode is designed for medical students, residents, fellows, nurses, respiratory therapists, advanced practice providers, and practicing clinicians looking for a high-yield review of opioid toxicity and overdose management. Watch the full YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUjvkQq4kJg 🔗 Download the full study guide + access our complete emergency critical care curriculum: https://www.patreon.com/c/WhiteBoardMedicine Our Patreon includes: • Study guides for every video • Mini-courses (ventilation, shock, RRT & more) • Practice questions • Ad-free videos • A structured ICU curriculum WhiteBoard Medicine Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whiteboard-medicine-emergency-and-critical-care/id1808306430 Disclaimer: WhiteBoard Medicine content is intended for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Clinical decisions should always be made using independent medical judgment, current guidelines, institutional protocols, and specialist consultation when appropriate.

    38 min

  5. May 24

    #268 Frank Starling Curve and Cardiac Output - Cardiac Physiology Masterclass

    The Frank-Starling curve is one of the most important concepts in cardiac physiology—and one of the most clinically useful in critical care. In this episode, we break down the Frank-Starling relationship and connect it directly to cardiac output, so you can understand how preload affects stroke volume and how this translates to real bedside decision-making. We cover: What the Frank-Starling curve represents How preload affects stroke volume and cardiac output The relationship between venous return, ventricular stretch, and contractility How to identify the steep vs plateau portions of the curve What fluid responsiveness actually means Clinical applications in shock, heart failure, and critical illness Whether you’re managing hypotension, shock, or complex hemodynamics, this episode provides a clear framework to understand preload responsiveness and optimize perfusion in real time. 🎥 Watch the full video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eEWGl7OGKaM 📚 Download the full study guide + access our complete emergency critical care curriculum: https://www.patreon.com/c/WhiteBoardMedicine Our Patreon includes: • Study guides for every video • Mini-courses (ventilation, shock, RRT & more) • Practice questions • Ad-free videos • A structured ICU curriculum Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Clinical decisions should be made by licensed healthcare professionals using their clinical judgment, institutional protocols, and current evidence. Whiteboard Medicine assumes no responsibility for clinical outcomes.

    49 min

  6. May 22

    #267 AutoPEEP and I:E Ratio Explained - Mastering Mechanical Ventilation

    AutoPEEP is one of the most important—and most commonly missed—problems in mechanically ventilated patients. In this episode, we break down AutoPEEP and the I:E ratio in a clear, practical way so you can understand how they impact ventilation, gas exchange, and patient outcomes in the ICU and emergency department. We cover: What AutoPEEP is and why it occurs How the I:E ratio contributes to breath stacking The relationship between expiratory time, airflow, and trapped gas How to recognize AutoPEEP on ventilator waveforms How to adjust the I:E ratio to prevent and treat AutoPEEP Clinical scenarios including COPD, asthma, and ARDS Whether you’re managing obstructive lung disease or troubleshooting a ventilated patient with rising pressures, this episode gives you a practical framework to recognize and fix AutoPEEP at the bedside. 🎥 Watch the full video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5npK_gDbw5g 📚 Download the full study guide + access our complete emergency critical care curriculum: https://www.patreon.com/c/WhiteBoardMedicine Our Patreon includes: • Study guides for every video • Mini-courses (ventilation, shock, RRT & more) • Practice questions • Ad-free videos • A structured ICU curriculum Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Clinical decisions should be made by licensed healthcare professionals using their clinical judgment, institutional protocols, and current evidence. Whiteboard Medicine assumes no responsibility for clinical outcomes.

    1h 9m

  7. May 20

    #266 Volume Control vs Pressure Control - Settings, Scalars, and Clinical Application Explained

    Volume control or pressure control—how do you actually choose the right ventilator mode in real clinical practice? In this episode, we break down volume control and pressure control ventilation step-by-step, focusing on settings, scalars, and how to apply both modes at the bedside in the ICU and emergency department. We cover: What you set vs what is guaranteed in volume vs pressure control Key ventilator settings including tidal volume, inspiratory pressure, flow, and PEEP How to interpret scalars and waveforms in each mode How compliance and resistance affect pressure and volume delivery Clinical scenarios where volume control or pressure control is preferred Common pitfalls in ventilator management Whether you’re managing ARDS, COPD, asthma, or undifferentiated respiratory failure, this episode gives you a practical framework to choose the right mode and interpret what the ventilator is telling you in real time. 🎥 Watch the full video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWAWN1Hy49U 📚 Download the full study guide + access our complete emergency critical care curriculum: https://www.patreon.com/c/WhiteBoardMedicine Our Patreon includes: • Study guides for every video • Mini-courses (ventilation, shock, RRT & more) • Practice questions • Ad-free videos • A structured ICU curriculum Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Clinical decisions should be made by licensed healthcare professionals using their clinical judgment, institutional protocols, and current evidence. Whiteboard Medicine assumes no responsibility for clinical outcomes.

    43 min

  8. May 18

    #265 West Zones of the Lung Explained - Perfusion, Ventilation & Clinical Significance

    West zones of the lung are fundamental to understanding how ventilation and perfusion interact in both normal physiology and critical illness. In this episode, we break down the West zones (Zone 1, Zone 2, and Zone 3) in a simple, clinically relevant way so you can understand how blood flow is distributed throughout the lung—and why it matters at the bedside. We cover: The physiology behind the West zones of the lung How alveolar, arterial, and venous pressures interact Differences between Zone 1, Zone 2, and Zone 3 How position, ventilation, and hemodynamics affect perfusion Clinical implications in mechanical ventilation, shock, and critical care Common pitfalls and misconceptions Whether you’re managing ventilated patients, evaluating hypoxemia, or thinking through V/Q mismatch, this episode provides a clear framework to apply lung physiology in real clinical scenarios. 🎥 Watch the full video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AN91NR1UrCQ 📚 Download the full study guide + access our complete emergency critical care curriculum: https://www.patreon.com/c/WhiteBoardMedicine Our Patreon includes: • Study guides for every video • Mini-courses (ventilation, shock, RRT & more) • Practice questions • Ad-free videos • A structured ICU curriculum Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Clinical decisions should be made by licensed healthcare professionals using their clinical judgment, institutional protocols, and current evidence. Whiteboard Medicine assumes no responsibility for clinical outcomes.

    28 min
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We are a multi-platform medical education channel with a passion for all things emergency and critical care medicine! Our content spans all levels of learners ranging from the interested public to students to healthcare professionals. We got our start on YouTube and have grown to almost 100,000 subscribers. We try to label our content as a suggestion for possible targeted audience: Public Health - Interested public Clinical Medicine Basics - Interested public, students, early trainees Clinical Medicine Advanced - Advanced trainees and healthcare professionals We are new to the podcasting space and are looking forward to expanding our reach! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@WhiteboardMedicine Patreon - http://www.patreon.com/whiteboardmedicine Newsletter - https://whiteboarddoctor.m-pages.com/IAdAdI/wbdr-sign-up

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