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GSACEP Government Services ACEPNavy Emergency Medicine: An Interview with LCDR Ann LongLieutenant Commander Anne Long, an active duty emergency medicine physician in the U.S. Navy, shares her journey from joining the military for financial reasons to discovering a passion for military medicine during her operational roles, including a challenging deployment with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit. She describes her experiences in military emergency medicine, emphasizing preparedness through training and partnerships with civilian medical centers to maintain skills despite the evolving nature of military operations and the drawdown of large-scale conflicts. She highlights the greatest reward of her military career as the relationships and connections she's formed with colleagues and...
2026-01-1323 minGSACEP Government Services ACEPNavigating the Unknown: Managing Uncertainty in Military Medicine In this episode of the GSAC EP podcast, Dr. Amy Hildreth, Assistant Professor of Military and Emergency Medicine, shares her insights and personal experiences on navigating uncertainty in military medicine. From her first deployment to Kandahar to managing mass casualty events, Dr. Hildreth discusses the critical importance of developing uncertainty tolerance, managing stress, and using practical frameworks to enhance performance in high-stakes environments. The episode explores strategies such as preparation, cognitive flexibility, mentorship, simulation training, and mindfulness to help medical professionals and trainees thrive amid the unknown. Listeners will gain valuable tools for embracing uncertainty and leading with confidence o...
2025-11-1514 minGSACEP Government Services ACEPKeeping Pace with a Rapidly Changing Drug MarketStay ahead of emerging challenges with this episode on trends in the illicit drug market and their impact on emergency care. Commander Christine De Forest shares first-hand clinical experience managing patients with substance use disorders, with a focus on potent synthetics like fentanyl and xylazine (“tranq”), withdrawal protocols, pharmacologic strategies, and practical considerations for ED clinicians. Equip yourself with current approaches to improve outcomes for patients struggling with addiction in your emergency department.Keywords: substance use disorder, emergency department, opioids, synthetic drugs, fentanyl, xylazine, withdrawal management, pharmacologic treatment, harm reduction, emergency medicine, clinical practiceSupport the...
2025-11-0523 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Pediatric Update by Dr. Nadia PearsonHear the latest for the littles from pediatric EM physician Dr. Nadia Pearson. Support the show
2022-09-2352 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: ABEM Update by Dr. Dave BarryGSACEP and military medical legend Dr. Dave Barry shares an update on ABEM's activities at GSS 2022. GSACEP was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Dr. Barry earlier this week. We treasure this opportunity to hear his voice once again and learn from this incredible physician, educator, and leader. Support the show
2022-09-0433 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: 12 Days in Kabul by Dr. Kat LandaDr. Landa shares her experience at Kabul International Airport during the American evacuation and Abbey gate MASCAL event. Support the show
2022-08-2258 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Long Range Medicine by CAPT Travis Deaton, MD Support the show
2022-08-0756 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Afghanistan Evacuation Mission Panel DiscussionGSACEP emergency physicians reflect on the fall of Kabul and the evacuation of Afghanistan in the final days of the US presence. Featuring Dr. Katrina Landa, MD; Travis Callahan, PA-C ; Andrew Chambers, RN; Dr. Roderick Fontenette, MD; Dr. Matthew Streitz, MDHow to Claim CME for this Lecture:This lecture is eligible for 1.0 Cat 1 CME Credits. 1. Go to http://gsacep.cmecertificateonline.com2. Click on the 2022 Annual Conference - Enduring only link.3. Evaluate the meeting.4. Print, download, or save your certificate for your records....
2022-07-211h 16
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Pediatric Updates by Dr. Nadia PearsonHow to Claim CME for this Lecture:This lecture is eligible for 1.0 Cat 1 CME Credits. 1. Go to http://gsacep.cmecertificateonline.com2. Click on the 2022 Annual Conference - Enduring only link.3. Evaluate the meeting.4. Print, download, or save your certificate for your records. Support the show
2022-07-0752 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Wearables: Your Secret to Unlocking your Wellness by Dr Andrea AustinHow to Claim CME for this Lecture:This lecture is eligible for 0.5 Cat 1 CME Credits. 1. Go to http://gsacep.cmecertificateonline.com2. Click on the 2022 Annual Conference - Enduring only link.3. Evaluate the meeting.4. Print, download, or save your certificate for your records. Support the show
2022-06-2128 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Where do I go from here? Career transitions and opportunities. by Col Max Lee, MDCol Max Lee shares the opportunities that come at crossroads in your military career. How to Claim CME for this Lecture:This lecture is eligible for 1.0 Cat 1 CME Credits. 1. Go to http://gsacep.cmecertificateonline.com2. Click on the 2022 Annual Conference - Enduring only link.3. Evaluate the meeting.4. Print, download, or save your certificate for your records. Support the show
2022-05-2851 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: The History and Future of Emergency Medicine by Dr Gillian SchmitzACEP President and GSACEP member Dr. Gillian Schmitz shares how we evolved to this current time in emergency medicine and priorities going forward as our specialty continues to serve patients and our nation.How to Claim CME for this Lecture:This lecture is eligible for 1.0 Cat 1 CME Credits. 1. Go to http://gsacep.cmecertificateonline.com2. Click on the 2022 Annual Conference - Enduring only link.3. Evaluate the meeting.4. Print, download, or save your certificate for your records. Support the show
2022-05-0740 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Thicker Than Water: Blood Product Resuscitation in the Operational Environment by Meaghan Keville, MDDr. Meaghan Keville, MD, is an emergency physician with Air Force Special Operations and currently a staff member at CSTARs Baltimore. She shares her experience with blood resuscitation in the deployed environment and lessons that will be filtering to the civilian world in the future. Support the show
2022-04-2126 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: The Damage Control Resuscitation Team ConceptDr. Dan Brillhart and Army Nurse Erick Thronson discuss our experiences integrating a 2 person Damage Control Resuscitation (DCR) Team into the manuever element Special Operations Forces (SOF) in austere environments in Africa. This DCR Team moved with the lead ground element on operations lasting from several hours to several weeks and provided advanced resuscitative care as the initial treatment to dozens of casualties at point of injury. We describe how this model worked for us and advocate for expansion of similar programs both within SOF and conventional units.Watch the full episode at https://gsacep.tradewing.com...
2022-04-0754 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Soft Power and Military Emergency Medicine By CAPT John Devlin, MDCAPT John Devlin, MD shares lessons learned from USNS Comfort.Watch the full episode and join the conversation at https://gsacep.tradewing.com/event/uw7Q78sJ6Yv7sADbh Support the show
2022-03-2152 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Lifelong Learning by Dr. Scott YoungHow do you keep effectively adding new information to your brain throughout your life as an adult learner? Dr. Young, the Madigan Army Medical Center Residency Program Director, shares the latest science on what makes effective learning for adult learners, so you can maximize your efforts to get smarter every day.CME is no longer available for this lecture. However, GSACEP members can access the full presentation and slides at https://gsacep.tradewing.com/event/eHPgeje5LXs9RZ7SoJoin us for Government Services Symposium 2022 April 8-12 in Orlando! Click here to register. https://gsacep.org...
2022-03-0722 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSS2022 Sim Wars Preview with Dr. Rod FontenetteHow do you do medical Sim Wars in a pandemic? Listen to LtCol Rod Fontenette talk about creating a virtual Sim Wars the past two years for GSS. We are excited to welcome back our top teams from each service for the in person final round at GSS 2022 in Orlando this April 8-10. Join us for the best military emergency medicine conference in the world. Amazing speakers, world class labs, Sim Wars finals, and the best networking in the military medical services.Register today! https://www.gsacep.org/aws/GSACE/pt/sp/conference_home_page?utm...
2022-03-0532 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Creating a POCUS Curriculum for SOF Medics Wells Weymouth, MDPoint of Care ultrasound is moving from the radiology suite to the battlefield. Dr. Weymouth discusses creation of a medic centered point of care ultrasound curriculum and some brief case discussions.CME is no longer available for this lecture. However, GSACEP members can access the full presentation and slides at https://gsacep.tradewing.com/event/fC7PFy6FJd2brZRaf. Join us for Government Services Symposium 2022 April 8-12 in Orlando! Click here to register. https://gsacep.org/aws/GSACE/pt/sp/conference_home_page Support the show
2022-02-2112 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Hot to Clot: Anticoagulants and How to Reverse Them Gerald Maloney, DOGerald Maloney, DO, CPPS, CHCQM, FACEPFor access to the slides and to view the whole lecture, visit: https://pheedloop.com/GSS21/virtual/?page=sessions§ion=SESU5TWG5FMV7FZYXThis lecture qualifies for 0.5 Category I Continuing Education Credits. How to claim CME for this podcast:Use this link to access the certificate process, you will need to complete the entire evaluation in order to receive credit. Please note in the evaluation comments that you are claiming credits for the podcast sessions, as we also have vi...
2022-02-0742 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: The Modern FRST: The Emergency Physician’s Role LTC Shane SummersShane Summers, MD, is the Deputy Director, Army Trauma Training Center (ATTC) and is an Associate Professor Military and Emergency Medicine, USUHS.For access to the slides and to view the whole lecture, visit: https://pheedloop.com/GSS21/virtual/?page=sessions§ion=SES00442M4U09ZQ8BThis lecture qualifies for 1.0 Category I Continuing Education Credits. How to claim CME for this podcast:Use this link to access the certificate process, you will need to complete the entire evaluation in order to receive credit. Please note in...
2022-01-211h 06
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Head in the Clouds: The Importance of Mindset Downrange, in the Hospital, and in Everyday LifeDr. Meaghan Keville is an Active Duty EM physician stationed at CSTARS Baltimore at the R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center. Graduated USU in 2010 and then completed EM Residency at Wright Patterson AFB/Wright State University 2010-2013. She has been forward deployed with CCATT, TCCET and with a field surgical team in support of USSOCOM.In this lecture, she discusses the importance of mindset and mental fitness in medicine and as she has recovered from injury.For access to the slides and to view the whole lecture, visit: https://pheedloop.com/GSS21/virtual/?page...
2022-01-0730 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Getting What You NeedCol John Wightman Professor and Chair, Department of Military & Emergency Medicine, Uniformed Services UniversityCol Wightman offers very concrete tips on how to tackle common military problems.For access to the slides and to view the whole lecture, visit: https://pheedloop.com/GSS21/virtual/?page=sessions§ion=SESWQ2NDQF1L36S80This lecture qualifies for 0.5 Category I Continuing Education Credits. How to claim CME for this podcast:Use this link to access the certificate process, you will need to complete the entire evaluation in...
2021-12-2126 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Camo Chameleon: Capitalizing on Adaptability in Your Military CareerCOL (Ret) Missy Givens shares her surprising journey through the Army over her career, and insights into how to take advantages of opportunities to create a full and rewarding career in military emergency medicine.For access to the slides and to view the whole lecture, visit: https://pheedloop.com/GSS21/virtual/?page=sessions§ion=SESYRISFRH6ESP95OThis lecture qualifies for 1.0 Category I Continuing Education Credits. How to claim CME for this podcast:Use this link to access the certificate process, you will need to complete th...
2021-12-0750 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPReflections of Service in Afghanistan: Col (Ret) Edward Fieg, USAFCol (Ret) Edward Fieg spent one of his multiple deployments as an embedded advisor to an Afghan hospital, focused on improving the nation's capability to care for patients. He shares his reflections on his time in Afghanistan and how the end of the Afghanistan war has affected him.Read more about his time in Kandahar at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mRbAjsyyFhvUItnFD53pg8LiZahWz-_O/view?usp=sharing Support the show
2021-11-2154 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPSpace Medicine and the Deconditioned AstronautCol(s) Kristen Silvia is a board certified Emergency Medicine Physician, Flight Surgeon and currently Chief of Bioastronautics at Detachment 3, Human Space Flight Support Office, Patrick Space Force Base, Florida. She leads the DoD’s contingency medical operations for NASA and U.S. Space Command in support of U.S. crewed space flight programs. She also directs training of space medicine to all DoD forces for worldwide astronaut rescue/recovery and nominal/contingency landing site support. Prior to her current position, she trained the Air Force’s Pararescueman (PJs) in all aspects of combat trauma and critical care as the...
2021-11-0824 min
GSACEP Government Services ACEPGSACEP Lecture Series: Deployment Toxicology by LtCol Joseph MaddryLtCol Joseph Maddry is an Air Force emergency physician and toxicologist. Here he shares the unique aspects of deployment toxicology.For access to the slides and to view the whole lecture, visit: https://pheedloop.com/GSS21/virtual/?page=sessions§ion=SESMFXGA02OWN0GYVThis lecture qualifies for 1.0 Category I Continuing Education Credits. How to claim CME for this podcast:Use this link to access the certificate process, you will need to complete the entire evaluation in order to receive credit. Please note in the evaluation comments tha...
2021-10-281h 04