Description

In this powerful episode, host Dr. Keisha Davis, M.D. sits down with Dr. Dan, M.D. to pull back the curtain on the real, unfiltered stories from the emergency room. From bizarre and unforgettable cases to everyday challenges, this conversation goes beyond the stereotypes to show what it's truly like to work on the frontlines of medicine.

We discuss the strange, the unexpected, and the very human side of the ER that most people never get to see. Whether it's a work-related accident, an unusual object found in a scan, or the critical moments where split-second decisions save lives, this episode is equal parts educational and eye-opening.

Key Topics Covered:

• The strangest and most unforgettable cases in the ER
• What pathology reveals behind the scenes of ER cases (Dr. Davis' perspective)
• Work-related injuries and what they teach us about prevention
• How the ER team manages the unexpected
• Lessons for patients: how to stay safe, avoid preventable ER visits, and advocate for yourself
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Resources & Data:

• CDC Injury Data & Statistics: https://www.cdc.gov/injury/wisqars/index.html
• National Safety Council (workplace injuries): https://www.nsc.org
• American College of Emergency Physicians: https://www.acep.org

Connect with Us:

• Host: Dr. Keisha Davis, M.D. → https://drkeishadavis.komi.io
• The Medical Collective → https://themedicalcollective.komi.io
• Co-Host: Dr. Dan, M.D. → https://www.instagram.com/docdanmd?igsh=aDZqaGliZWQ5ajl3

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