EMRA*Cast Host
Elizabeth Le, MD
Mercy Health - St. Rita's
@LizziiLeMed
EMRA*Cast Episodes
Transition to Attending-hood
Oct. 18, 2024
The transition from being a resident to an attending may be daunting for some. But have no fear, EMRA*Cast host Lizzii Le sits down with Gus Garmel, an Adjunct Clinical Professor of EM at Stanford University, author of multiple books on clinical education, to discuss this topic.
Cue the Sirens: All About EMS
May 1, 2024
We deal with EMS providers on the daily, but do we really understand their world? Dr. Lizzii Le chats with Dr. Kelly Tillotson and Dr. Luke Wohlford, who were previously EMS providers before becoming emergency physicians, to give us a deeper dive into what exactly goes into the field.
Social Media in Medicine with Dr. Adam Goodcoff
March 1, 2024
What role does social media play in the future of medicine? How do the people and platforms with the largest followings influence medical education and, ultimately, the practice of medicine? Find out with guest Adam Goodcoff, DO, and hosts Chris Reilly, MD, MS, and Elizabeth Le, MD.
Experience: The Name We Give Our Mistakes
Feb. 1, 2024
Medical errors are an unfortunate, but nearly unavoidable, part of medical training and practice. The key is knowing how to turn an honest mistake into wisdom. EM educators Laura Welsh, MD, and Ivan Zvonar, MD, have some tips you can put into practice today. Join EMRA*Cast hosts Dustin Slagle, MD, and Lizzii Le, MD, for this conversation.
Pregnancy During Residency
Dec. 30, 2023
The culture of medical training historically has not supported an easy pregnancy experience. But is that culture changing? Can you start your family before you finish residency? EMRA*Cast host Lizzii Le, MD, talks to Melissa Nelson-Perron, MD, and Paige Reinfeld, DO, of Nuvance Health about the changing way the program approaches residents who are pregnant or planning family during training.
Stop the Stigma: Part 2
Aug. 1, 2023
The practice of medicine, especially emergency medicine, can be emotionally exhausting, even when things go well. Burnout is on the rise, and seeking help can be hard. Learn how to overcome the obstacles in your journey to well-being with these tips from Dr. Amanda Deutsch and Dr. aL’Ai Alvarez, shared by EMRA*Cast host Lizzii Le, MD.
BONUS: Listen to "Stop the Stigma: Part 1" here.
Stop the Stigma: Part 1
July 15, 2023
Did you know roughly 400 physicians in the U.S. die by suicide each YEAR? That’s approximately double the suicide rate of the general population. Something has got to change. EMRA*Cast host Lizzii Le, MD, sits down with two pioneers, Dr. Amanda Deutsch and Dr. aL’Ai Alvarez, to talk about the #StoptheStigmaEM campaign.
BONUS: Listen to "Stop the Stigma: Part 2" here!
To POCUS or Not to POCUS
April 15, 2023
Although the first time ultrasound was used for clinical reasons was in 1956, the incorporation of ultrasound in the Emergency Department is relatively new. In this episode, EMRA*Cast host Dr. Lizzii Le (@LizziiLeMed) get tips from Dr. Jacob Avila (@UltrasoundMD @coreultrasound) on the best way to incorporate ultrasound in the ED.
Being Fem in EM
Jan. 15, 2023
Do you have questions about equality, wage gaps, or navigating residency and life as a woman in emergency medicine? Even if you're thinking, "Not me, can't relate" stick around anyway to gain some valuable perspective from EMRA*Cast host Lizzii Le, MD, and guests Arlene Chung, MD, MACM, FACEP, and Diane Birnbaumer, MD, FACEP.
Related Content
May 26, 2023
PD Interview Saks at Crozer Chester
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 makes his program unique and what he looks for in potential residents.
Apr 04, 2023
Not Just a URI: Serious Complications With Sinusitis
This case demonstrates the serious complications that can accompany sinusitis, including orbital cellulitis and septic thromboembolism with intracranial abscess. Rhinosinusitis, defined as inflammation of the mucosal lining of the nasopharynx and sinuses, is most commonly caused by a viral infection. Acute bacterial rhinosinusitis (ABRS) most commonly occurs when there is a secondary infection of the sinuses.
Jan 26, 2023
Tips for Palliative Medicine Consults in the ED
Although most evaluations and interventions focus on providing life-sustaining interventions in the ED, emergency physicians must also be prepared to provide proper care to individuals who may not benefit from the introduction of life-sustaining interventions. Emergency physicians must have knowledge of palliative care and must be able to perform palliative care when indicated. In specific situations, a palliative care consultation may be helpful in initiating and coordinating care for patients who would benefit.
