The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine
Hosted by emergency physician Dr. Ken Milne, The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine cuts through the noise of daily practice to examine the evidence behind common clinical decisions. This isn't about dry journal reviews; it's a practical, conversational look at the studies and guidelines that actually impact patient care in fast-paced environments. Each episode focuses on a specific topic, breaking down the latest research with a critical eye to separate compelling data from medical myth. You'll hear discussions on everything from trauma protocols to outpatient management, always with an emphasis on applying skepticism to improve outcomes. The goal is to move beyond the old "meet 'em, greet 'em, treat 'em and street 'em" mentality by fostering a more thoughtful, evidence-based approach. For clinicians who want to refine their practice and for anyone interested in the science of acute care, this podcast serves as a regular dose of reasoned analysis. Dr. Milne's experience provides a grounded perspective, making complex information accessible and immediately relevant. Tune in for a straightforward dialogue that challenges assumptions and aims to make medicine better, one examined claim at a time.
Episodes
SGEM#517 : I Will Try to Fix You. Surgery or Not for Pediatric Displaced Medial Epicondyle Elbow Fractures
Reference: Perry DC, et al. Surgical fixation versus non-surgical care for children with a displaced medial epicondyle fracture of the elbow (the SCIENCE study): a multicentre, randomised controlled, superiority trial an…
SGEM#516: A Whole Lotta Blood – Whole Blood Transfusion in the Prehospital Setting
Date: July 27, 2026 2026 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Howard (Howie) Mel is an emergency physician and FACEP. Reference: Smith JE et al. SWiFT Trial Group. Prehospital Whole Blood in Traumatic Hemorrhage – a Randomized Controlled…
SGEM Xtra: Ferraris, Friends, and First Responders – Lessons Learned from Watching Magnum, P.I.
Date: July 9, 2026 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Aaron Skolnik is an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and Vice Chair of Critical Care Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona. Aaron is a f…