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Grumpē PĂ-dcastEpisode 9: Deploying? Don't forget these meds...It won't be long before you deploy somewhere, whether a training center, rotational mission, or to a combat theater. When you do, everybody is going to make it sound like everything you need is waiting for you there. They're lying. A lot. Better take a listen for some pointers from medicines and equipment to training and medical records.2022-02-2535 minGrumpē PĂ-dcastEpisode 8: RSI and TCCC Drugs ChatIn this episode we take some time to discuss better living through pharmaceuticals with our anesthesiologist friend Tyler. He schools us up on dosing, risks, and drugs you want in your aid bag. We also mention an essay about ketamine in the show, here’s the link to it: https://justinlascek.com/ketamine-essay/Just so you have the JTS CPG one more time:https://learning-media.allogy.com/api/v1/pdf/0ea4945b-d7f0-495a-9c92-d505c442ff74/contentsFrom our friends ar prolongedfieldcare.org:https://prolongedfieldcare.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/3rd...2022-01-0335 minGrumpē PĂ-dcastEpisode 7: Understanding Your Clinical EnvironmentIn this episode we explore who you work for, then give you some background on how and why you can tell everybody else to kick rocks when they start gettin' chippy. Put that in your DMHRSi and smoke it...2021-09-2831 min
Grumpē PĂ-dcastEpisode 6: CLS and First Responder trainingIn this episode we explore the TTPs of successfully implementing, teaching, an certifying the Combat Life Saver Program and its intertwined/parallel first responder training efforts.Here's the link to the CLS centralized repository: https://deployedmedicine.com/market/193 Now get out there, find and tour your local TSC and MSTC, and get to executing this critical training!2021-09-0831 min
Grumpē PĂ-dcastEpisode 5: 65D LTHET & GPEIn this episode we chat with PA Dave and explore all the recent and planned changes in the 65D DSc programs as they are re-characterized as GPE, particularly ADSO & bonus rules that are now more favorable to you. We'll also focus on where those specialty trained people best fit in the conventional force today and tomorrow. BLUF - you really need to look at going into these programs!2021-07-2934 minGrumpē PĂ-dcastEpisode 4: What OER?Alright - you're certified, you've been doing some sick call and trying to figure out TCCC & Table VIII, time for a report card! Here's some juicy tidbits to guide you through your OERs!In this episode, we mention a DVIDS promotion board video. This is the link:https://www.dvidshub.net/video/506455/officer-mock-board-video?fb_comment_id=1148261778604378_1150461595051063.While it's a little dated, I haven't seen a newer version. It's 47 minutes, but only the first 30 or so apply to newer PAs, before they start yammering about MAJ/LTC stuff you probably don't...2021-06-2533 min
Grumpē PĂ-dcastEpisode 3: Throw out your colloids, it’s time to get bloody!In this episode, we get bloody. We talk FWB, ROLO, LTOWB, and Autologous FWB transfusion training. When you're done, go find all the colloids in your aid station and put them in the trash where they belong. Wait, maybe don't be that aggressive, but the window for colloids on the battlefield is a narrow one, and its probably razor thin below the Role 2/3.Here is the article from Next Gen Combat Medic that we talked about in the show: https://nextgencombatmedic.com/2017/09/03/whole-blood-toolkit/ Here are the case reports mentioned in the PAdcast - think about y...2021-05-1835 min
Grumpē PĂ-dcastEpisode 2: TCCC? I'm in clinic...In this episode we explore the origins of TCCC in an ophthalmologist's office in the 1990s, then explore how to E&E the clinic so you can train your medics. Consider a little learning about the "Walker dip" and how TCCC / CoTCCC are fighting the good fight in our current Walker Dip - JTS Guidelines: https://jts.amedd.army.mil/index.cfm/pi_cpgs/cpgs- Walker Dip Article: https://jrnms.com/JournalArticle.ashx?ID=12576 (Walker AJ, The ‘Walker dip’, J R Nav Med Serv, 2018;104(3):173–176- Tactical Combat Casualty Care in Operatio...2021-04-0729 min
Grumpē PĂ-dcastEpisode 1: Why is this happening to me?In this episode we try to let you know that while you feel so very alone, you aren't. We've all been right where you are, felt just like you feel. A few pointers on key things to do right out of the gate when you get out of PA school and people start calling you Doc.In this episode, I mention a DVIDS promotion board video. This is the link: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/506455/officer-mock-board-video?fb_comment_id=1148261778604378_1150461595051063. While it's a little dated, I haven't seen a...2021-03-0429 min
Grumpē PĂ-dcastEpisode 0: Trailer/IntroductionWelcome to the Grumpē PĂ-dcast, the only podcast dedicated to the personal & professional development of junior army Physician Assistants.In this trailer we discuss how your hosts GrumpePĂ and PAndemic PĂul met and why we decided to host a podcast.If you have feedback on the this or any episode, or would like to hear an episode on a specific topic, shoot us an email at GrumpePA@gmail.com2021-03-0405 min