EM Pulse Podcast

07/05/2025

Methadone is a key tool for opioid use disorder. In this EM Pulse episode, Dr. Daniel Hernandez shares when to start it in the ED, how to manage pain, and set up follow-up care. Practical tips for today’s frontline care.

A podcast for healthcare providers.

18/04/2025

This is the next episode of our Push Dose Pearls miniseries with ED Clinical Pharmacist, Chris Adams. In this ongoing series we’ll dig into some of the questions we all have about medications we commonly see and use in the ED. In this epsidoe, we unpack the complexities of anticoagulation reversal in the emergency department – It’s not just about vitamin K anymore! Tune in as we explore the key reversal agents, when and why to use them, how fast they work, and the risks that come with turning off anticoagulation. From bleeding emergencies to stroke prevention, this quick dive offers practical pearls for navigating the coagulation cascade in real time.

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https://ucdavisem.com/2025/04/18/push-dose-pearls-reversing-anticoagulants/

This is the next episode of our Push Dose Pearls miniseries with ED Clinical Pharmacist, Chris Adams. In this ongoing series we’ll dig into some of the questions we all have about medications we commonly see and use in the ED. In this epsidoe, we unpack the complexities of anticoagulation reversal...

03/04/2025

ACGME. Big changes to residencies, big debate. We asked UC Davis Program Director, Dr. Aaron Danielson, what this means for the future of EM.

Big news for emergency medicine residencies! The ACGME is proposing several major changes to EM program requirements. To comply with these new requirements, programs would need to be 4 years long. This is a hotly debated topic at the moment as most EM residencies in the U.S. currently are 3 year pro...

20/03/2025

A mother-daughter duo is changing the game for food allergy safety. Pediatric NP Robyn Lao & her 9-year-old daughter, Addie, co-authored CA Senate Bill 68 to improve allergen transparency in dining. Advocacy has no age limit! Find it here 👉

Bringing research and expert opinion to the bedside.

05/03/2025

New episode! Dr. Anna Yap & med student advocate Charlie Adams dive into the challenges transgender patients & providers face today. From gender-affirming care to policy impact, we break it all down. Listen in & join the convo on health equity!

In the third episode of our advocacy mini series with Dr. Anna Yap, we explore the evolving challenges faced by transgender patients and medical professionals in today’s political climate. We’re joined by Charlie Adams, a fourth-year medical student and dedicated advocate, who shares his powerfu...

20/02/2025

Emergency physicians often treat undocumented patients, asylum seekers, and refugees—individuals facing major barriers to care. In our latest episode, we explore how providers can protect patient rights, navigate legal challenges, and advocate for migrant health.

In the second episode of our advocacy mini series with Dr. Anna Yap, we dive into the critical intersection of emergency medicine and immigration health. As emergency physicians, we frequently care for undocumented patients, asylum seekers, and refugees—individuals who face significant barriers to...

07/02/2025

When corporate interests threaten patient care, who speaks up for doctors and patients? We kick off a mini-series with Dr. Anna Yap, exploring the power of advocacy in medicine. In episode 1, Dr. Michelle Wiener shares how she and her colleagues took on private equity—and won.

When corporate interests threaten patient care, who speaks up for doctors and their patients? This episode kicks off a special EM Pulse mini-series with guest host, Dr. Anna Yap, in which we explore the power of advocacy in medicine. In our first episode, Dr. Michelle Wiener shares how she and her c...

27/01/2025

AI in emergency medicine: transformative, but how do we use it safely? In the final episode of our series, Dr. Brian Patterson (University of Wisconsin) joins us to explore real-world integration, challenges, and the road ahead.

17/12/2024

Continuing our mini bootcamp on AI in emergency medicine, Dr. Gabriel Wardi joins us to explore clinical decision support systems. We dive into their successes, challenges like bias and reliability, and how AI is reshaping outcomes.

In the second episode our three part series, we dive deeper into the practical impact of artificial intelligence on emergency medicine with expert, Dr. Gabriel Wardi. Building on our previous discussion about AI’s role in healthcare, we explore clinical decision support systems (CDS)—how they ai...

04/12/2024

AI is changing emergency medicine, and we got Dr. Peter Steel from Cornell to break it down. From triage to decision-making, generative AI to real-world challenges—don’t miss this deep dive into the future of EM.

In this episode, we dive into how AI is changing emergency medicine with Dr. Peter Steel, an expert in AI and EM at Cornell. We break down the basics of AI, machine learning, and deep learning, explore real-world applications like improving triage and clinical decision-making, and tackle challenges....

20/11/2024

Cyberattacks on healthcare systems are on the rise—386 reported in 2024 (so far). In this episode, Dr. In Kim explains why this is happening and how to protect patients, hospitals, and providers. It's a great listen!

In this episode, we dive into the rising threat of cyberattacks on healthcare systems and their profound impact on emergency medicine. With 386 attacks reported in 2024 alone (as of October 7th), the likelihood of your hospital being targeted is increasing. But why are these attacks happening, and w...

05/11/2024

It’s election time and there is a LOT to consider - including political violence. Distinguished Professor and violence researcher, Dr. Garen Wintemute, joins us to provide a clear, evidence based perspective.

In this episode, we address the growing concern over political violence in the United States as the presidential election draws near. Political violence, defined as the intentional use of power and force to achieve political ends, is a significant public health issue. Violence researcher and emergen...