Always On EM - Mayo Clinic Emergency Medicine

Always On EM - Mayo Clinic Emergency Medicine

Author: Alex Finch; Venk Bellamkonda Language: English Episodes: 84
In the fast-paced world of the emergency department, decisions are made in seconds and the learning never stops. Always On EM-Mayo Clinic Emergency Medicine captures that relentless energy, hosted by physicians Alex Finch and Venk Bellamkonda. This isn't a dry lecture series; it's a dynamic conversation about what it really means to work at the intersection of life, death, and everything in between. Each episode delves into the practical, educational, and research-driven aspects of the field, bringing you voices from the front lines-from nurses and paramedics to global thought leaders. You'll hear stories that carry the weight of real drama and, surprisingly often, the humor that helps teams cope. Tuning into this podcast feels like grabbing a coffee with colleagues who are deeply passionate about their work and eager to share insights that go far beyond the textbook. It’s about the human experience woven into emergency care, offering a unique blend of professional development and raw, authentic reflection that resonates whether you're in a white coat or simply fascinated by the science of saving lives.
Episodes
Grand Rounds - Dr. Sara Crager - Reframing Shock [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:37
SPEAKER: Sara Crager, MD, UCLA Emergency Medicine When it comes to shock, we have developed a blood pressure addiction. Our propensity for a laser-like focus on blood pressure frequently hobbles our ability to promptly d…
Chapter 10 - Deserts and Reservoirs - A Map of the EM Workforce [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:49
There has been discussion nationally about the potential for a mismatch in the needs of the United States and the emergency physician workforce. Alex and Venk talk with Dr. Christopher Bennett, from Stanford Emergency Me…
Chapter 9 - Monkeys, Chickens, and Dustin Hoffman - Monkeypox [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:40:00
Dr. Pritish Tosh, Infectious Disease attending at Mayo Clinic, joins Alex and Venk on the podcast to talk about Monkeypox, especially how it compares and contrasts to Smallpox and Chickenpox. Stick around to the end wher…
Chapter 7 - Too Wide, Too Fast - Ventricular Tachycardia (Vtach) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:03
Alex and Venk talk with Dr. Nandan Anavekar, cardiac intensivist, about wide complex tachycardias - antitachycardia pacing, balloon pumps, dual sequential cardioversion, vasopressors, beta blockers and more! SHOW: @Alway…
Chapter 4 - Pump it up! - Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:48
Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) can feel incredibly complex and these patients can inspire fear or trepidation in many healthcare providers. In this episode, we talk through the basics of LVADs from taking vital…