The Gas Exchange

Keith Lamb
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Join us for our Podcast, where we will discuss real clinical topics with real implications for real patients. No pulled punches. No fluff. Nothing but bedside respiratory critical care. What every bedside clinician should be thinking about, talking about and doing for their patients.

Episodes

  1. 1D AGO

    The Gas Exchange with Dr. Zaffer Qasim

    Boom!! S1E7 of The Gas Exchange is here. In this episode of the Gas Exchange Podcast, host Keith Lamb, co-host Thomas Piraino, and guest Dr. Zafar Khazam discuss the integration of critical care principles into emergency medicine. They explore the evolving role of respiratory therapists, the challenges of airway management, and the importance of team communication in providing optimal patient care. The conversation emphasizes the need for anticipation and preparation in critical care scenarios, as well as the significance of sharing knowledge and experiences among healthcare professionals. https://youtu.be/nRB5R9mJiM8

    47 min

  2. FEB 23

    Inhaled Medications via HFNC with Dr Arzu Ari

    In this episode of the Gas Exchange podcast, host Keith Lamb and co-host Thomas Piraino welcome Dr. Arzu Ari, a leading expert in aerosol medicine. They discuss the evolution of aerosol drug delivery, particularly the impact of HFNC and the concept of transnasal aerosol drug delivery. Dr. Ari shares insights from her extensive research, emphasizing the importance of flow rates in aerosol delivery efficiency and the need for individualized patient care. The conversation also addresses common misconceptions in aerosol therapy, the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the critical role of education in improving clinical practices. Dr. Ari highlights the necessity for further research in aerosolized medications and advocates for a holistic approach to aerosol therapy.

    51 min

  3. FEB 16

    ICU Liberation and Moral Injury with Dr. Wes Ely

    It's here! S1E5 In this episode of the Gas Exchange podcast, host Keith Lamb and co-host Thomas Piraino welcome Dr. Wes Ely, a physician and author, to discuss critical care medicine, the impact of COVID-19 on healthcare workers, and the importance of human connection in patient care. Dr. Ely shares his personal journey into medicine, the concept of moral injury among healthcare professionals, and the significance of the ABCDEF bundle for ICU liberation. The conversation emphasizes the need for compassion, understanding, and evidence-based practices in critical care to improve patient outcomes and support healthcare workers. https://youtu.be/COFlwO3Eyhs

    42 min

  4. FEB 9

    Driving Pressure with Dr Giacomo Bellani

    Join us as we discuss driving pressure with Dr Giacomo Bellani, first author of the Lung Safe Trial.

    50 min

  5. FEB 2

    Neurocritical Care and Respiratory Failure with Dr Thomas Bleck

    The Gas Exchange S1E3! We discuss neurocritical care and respiratory failure with Dr Thomas Bleck, Founder of The Neurocritical Care Society. We dive into Neurogenic Pulmonary Edema, intracranial pressure, and ventilator-induced brain injury.

    53 min

  6. JAN 26

    ARDS Guidelines and their use at the bedside with Dr Stefano Spina

    Keth Lamb, Thomas Piraino, and Dr. Stefano Spina discuss the current ARDS guidelines, their differences, and the importance of personalized care at the bedside. They highlight the nuances and challenges of interpreting the guidelines and emphasize the need for individualized patient care. The conversation covers the individualization of patient care in the context of respiratory failure, emphasizing the importance of tailored approaches and the use of advanced methodologies. It also explores the challenges and opportunities in implementing these strategies, as well as the role of guidelines and the need for ongoing research. Takeaways ARDS guidelines have differences and nuancesPersonalized care at the bedside is crucial Individualization of patient careChallenges and opportunities in implementing advanced methodologies Chapters 00:00 Advanced Measurements and Patient Response27:04 Challenges and Opportunities in Implementation

    48 min

  7. JAN 23

    Teaser from next week's S1:E02 with Dr Stefano Spina

    Here's a snippet from next week's episode with Dr Stefano Spina. S1:E02 "Interpreting current ARDS Guidelines for use at the bedside"

    1 min

  8. JAN 12

    Navigating PEEP in Critical Care with Eric Kriner

    The Gas Exchange podcast introduces the topic of PEEP and its selection criteria, emphasizing the importance of customizing PEEP settings based on patient physiology and BMI. The discussion delves into the considerations for hypotensive patients, understanding distending pressure, and setting PEEP based on physiological measurements. Additionally, the podcast explores PEEP selection for asthmatic patients, highlighting the need for individualized ventilator approaches and dosing. Takeaways Customizing PEEP settings based on patient physiologyConsideration of BMI and patient-specific factors in PEEP selection Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Gas Exchange Podcast09:21 Considerations for Hypotensive Patients and PEEP Selection26:00 Setting PEEP Based on Physiological Measurements33:03 PEEP Selection for Asthmatic Patients

    44 min
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Join us for our Podcast, where we will discuss real clinical topics with real implications for real patients. No pulled punches. No fluff. Nothing but bedside respiratory critical care. What every bedside clinician should be thinking about, talking about and doing for their patients.

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  • Creator
    Keith Lamb
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Keith Lamb