ECMO and ECPR

On this episode of the PCHD EMS Podcast, Dr. Matthew Fultz, Trauma Medical Director at JPS, joins us to discuss the role of cervical collars and their current place in the prehospital environment. Here is the link to the article https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40736221/

In this episode of the PCHD EMS Podcast, Supervisor Terry Riddle sits down with Medical Directors Dr. Justin Northeim and Dr. Skipper Bertrand to discuss the trauma protocols developed by BEST EMS. Together, they take a deep dive into the “why” and “how” behind each protocol, offering valuable insights for providers in the field.Video Available on our YouTube channel here PCHD EMS Podcast - YouTubeClick here to download the checklist described in the episode. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/oio83lvznmr6i1ecriuaq/BEST-Arrest-Checklist-Size-Rev-8-10-24.docx?rlkey=qazx4wa3zsf07dybj01ljln6x&st=d1qnq5cs&dl=0 💬 Have questions or suggestions for future episodes? Contact: [email protected]

What happens when confined space rescue meets infectious disease risk? In this episode of the PCHD EMS Podcast, Medical Director Justin Northeim and Supervisor Jeff McNew sit down with ESD 1 Battalion Chief Robert Lambert and Central FD Chief David Chilcutt to unpack two unique cases — a real-world confined space emergency and a training incident that added the challenge of infectious disease exposure. Join us as we explore lessons learned, operational takeaways, and how first responders prepare for the unexpected.

On this episode of the podcast we will be discussing a retrospective study from Dec 2023 regarding BVM size in cardiac arrest care. Snyder BD, Van Dyke MR, Walker RG, Latimer AJ, Grabman BC, Maynard C, Rea TD, Johnson NJ, Sayre MR, Counts CR. Association of small adult ventilation bags with return of spontaneous circulation in out of hospital cardiac arrest. Resuscitation. 2023 Dec;193:109991. doi: 10.1016/j.resuscitation.2023.109991. Epub 2023 Oct 5. PMID: 37805062. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/aavirall/cant-stop License code: HLZGNIZREBVMNNPW Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/roman/arctic-river License code: 0WV8DO346D40GIUK

In this Episode of the PCHD EMS Podcast we discuss Resuscitation focused, Sequenced Intubation, and delayed movement of sick patients. Supervisor Jeff McNew and Medical Director Justin Northeim are joined by PCHD EMS Deputy Director Chris Briggs and one of PCHD's lead instructors for the Difficult Airway Class Supervisor John Wheeler. To sign up for the Difficult Airway Class with PCHD follow the link here https://bookeo.com/pchdeducation If you have any questions or suggestions for the Podcast contact Jeff McNew at [email protected] If you have an questions regarding the Difficult Airway Course contact lead instructor Lane Matheny at [email protected] For the video version please visit our podcast page at https://www.youtube.com/@PCHDEMSPodcast/featuredMusic Credit : #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/aavirall/cant-stop License code: UDE2U57CHDWYD4YI

On this episode of the PCHD EMS Podcast we go over the use of Antibiotics in EMS and the role of ETCO2 in evaluating sick patients. PCHD Medical directors Dr Northeim, Dr Bertrand, and supervisor Jeff McNew discuss the use of Rocephin and the benefits of early administration by EMS of antibiotics. For the Video version please visit our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF5X6JMu3Q-I9qm_v7GRRfgMusic Credit : #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/aavirall/cant-stop License code: UDE2U57CHDWYD4YI

On this episode of the PCHD EMS Podcast we go over some of the most difficult treatment decisions in EMS. PCHD Medical directors Dr Northeim, Dr Bertrand, and supervisor Jeff McNew discuss commonly missed decision points in Tension Pneumothorax, and Spinal Motion Restriction, as well as effective strategies for sedation pain management.For the Video Version of this Episode Visit https://www.youtube.com/@PCHDEMSPodcast/videosMusic Credit : #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/aavirall/cant-stop License code: UDE2U57CHDWYD4YI

On this episode of the PCHD EMS Podcast Dr Northeim and Dr Bertrand discuss common misconceptions regarding when to treat arrhythmias. They also take a quick dive into the most effective treatments. For the Video version search Youtube for PCHD EMS Podcast or click here https://youtu.be/X15jGba9WCkMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/aavirall/cant-stop License code: UDE2U57CHDWYD4YI

On This Episode of the PCHD EMS Podcast Supervisor Jeff McNew and Medical Director Dr Justin Northeim are joined by Fire-Fighter Russ Brown to discuss all things Syncope and some of the things we should all be looking for.Sorry for the Delay in getting these out!For the Video go to our Youtube Channel Med Inspired Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/med-inspired/id1457260838ECGs mentioned in the PodcastHCM ECGs from Life in the Fast Lanehttps://litfl.com/hypertrophic-cardiomyopathy-hcm-ecg-library/WPW from https://www.ecgmedicaltraining.com/wolff-parkinson-white-wpw-syndrome-part-1/Brugada Syndrome https://litfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/ECG-Brugada-Syndrome-Type-1-2.jpgMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/aavirall/cant-stopLicense code: UDE2U57CHDWYD4YI

In This Episode Dr Skipper Bertrand, and Jeff McNew are joined by Dr Andres Leal, and NP Mario Padilla to discuss ECMO and ECPR. For the Video version please visit our YouTube Page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF5X6JMu3Q-I9qm_v7GRRfgMusic Credit : #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/aavirall/cant-stop License code: UDE2U57CHDWYD4YI