In a recent study, fludrocortisone added to hydrocortisone was associated with increased hospital survival, shorter hospital lengths of stay, and decreased vasopressor duration when compared to hydroc
Heated high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) is capable of delivering 100% humidified and heated oxygen at higher flow rates, providing important support for patients with respiratory distress. Learn more ab
The American Board of Emergency Medicine offers an annual In-Service Training Exam (ITE) for emergency medicine resident physicians. However, many misunderstandings surround the purpose and utility of
Consider delayed sequence intubation with ketamine in trauma patients requiring emergent airway intervention, as a 2023 study shows it was associated with a reduction in the incidence of peri-intubati
Given the prevalence of cardiac implantable electronic devices in the United States, it is important for emergency physicians to understand the basic operation and be able to recognize and address com
In the latest installment of our PD Q&A series, we are highlighting the Crozer Chester Medical Center Emergency Medicine Residency program. We spoke with the current PD Dr. Mark Saks, MD, about what m
In the latest installment of our PD Q&A series, we are highlighting the Orange Regional Medical Center Emergency Medicine Residency Program. We spoke with the current PD Dr. Dulaya Santikul, DO, about
Resident involvement in air medical transport leads to significant mutual benefit for residents, residency programs, and flight programs. Residents gain unique clinical experiences and broaden their u
Initially meant to improve survival and bridge patients in the outpatient setting from their diagnosis of heart failure to donor transplantation, mechanical assistance of the left ventricle has evolve
The ICE-CRASH Study examined the effects of ECMO on neurological outcomes among patients with severe hypothermia. Get the summary and the take-home points pertinent to emergency medicine.