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Maimo EM Pearls Podcast4/2/25 Airway with Dr. Strayer, Status & TVPs with Dr. Swami and Derm Emergencies with Dr. ReillyIn this episode, Chris Reilly discusses key takeaways from this week's virtual Maimonides EM conference covering small groups and lectures by EM:RAP gurus Dr. Reuben Strayer and Dr. Anand Swaminathan. Topics include airway management, especially the use of video laryngoscopy, bougies, and suction devices. Dr. Strayer emphasizes careful positioning and slow, deliberate techniques for improving success rates and minimizing risks. Chris also recaps lectures on critical dermatological emergencies like Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and drug reactions. The podcast covers procedures such as resuscitative hysterectomies and cricothyrotomies, emphasizing quick, decisive actions in life-threatening situations. Swami's lecture on transvenous...
2025-04-0320 minMaimo EM Pearls Podcast3/19/25 Peds Neuro Block with Dr. Chris Reilly & Dr. Kaitlyn DeStefanoIn this episode of the Maimo EM Pearls Podcast, Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Kaitlin DeStefano discuss critical pediatric emergency medicine cases and key takeaways. They explore a case of missed appendicitis and the high misdiagnosis rates and consequences. They also review simulation training on finger traps and hematoma blocks for fractures, emphasizing practical skills in the community. The discussion moves on to small groups with pediatric presentations of the irritable child, non-accidental trauma, Peds headaches and rare neurological conditions like Guillain-Barré Syndrome and transverse myelitis. They also cover the resident lecture by Dr. Mark Calandra on pediatric stroke, i...
2025-03-2018 minMaimo EM Pearls Podcast3/12/25 MSK Block with Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Kaitlyn DeStefanoOn this episode of the Maimo EM Pearls Podcast, Chris Reilly talks with Dr. Kaitlyn DeStefano, one of the chief residents at Maimonides Emergency Medicine Residency Program, about their latest conference. They discuss various topics covered in the conference, including a case of syncope emphasizing the importance of a broad differential, techniques for shoulder dislocation reduction, and the complexities of ankle injuries. They also review cases of cauda equina syndrome, osteomyelitis, and septic joint. The walk through Dr. Freddi Tran's lecture on the limping child and Dr. Bae's Hypothermia lecture underscoring the importance of timely intervention and the challenges...
2025-03-1324 minMaimo EM Pearls Podcast2/19/25 - Pediatric Cardiology with Dr. Chris ReillyIn this episode of the Maimo EM Pearls Podcast, hosted by Dr. Chris Reilly, the focus is on pediatric heart emergencies, an area less common than adult emergency cases. The session starts with Dr. Mitchell Waters presenting a case of a young girl diagnosed with endocarditis post-cardiac workup. Various pediatric heart emergency topics are discussed, including management of undifferentiated sick neonates with potential congenital heart disease by Dr. Hector Vasquez, treatment protocols for neonatal emergencies involving congenital heart disease, and common side effects of PGE1 administration. Additionally, ECG case studies with Drs. Vicky Kuo and Christine Rizcala focus on...
2025-02-2015 minMaimo EM Pearls Podcast2/12/25 - ITE RAPID REVIEW with Dr. Chris ReillyIn this episode of the Maimo EM Pearls Podcast, Dr. Chris Reilly discusses hospital policies on handling ICE and law enforcement in the ED. The key protocol involves referring law enforcement to security, confirming officer identification, and sharing limited patient information. Dr. Reilly then transitions to a comprehensive review of high-yield topics for the In-Training Exam (ITE). Key medical concepts covered include ECG patterns for various cardiac conditions, heart murmur maneuvers, cardiology buzzwords, infectious diseases and their common presentations, common antidotes for specific toxins, pediatric exanthems, orthopedic fractures and dislocations, environmental emergencies and musculoskeletal injuries. The episode provides extensive...
2025-02-1326 minMaimo EM Pearls Podcast2/5/25 Neuro Block Continues with Dr. Chris ReillyIn this episode of the Maimo EM Pearls Podcast, host Dr. Chris Reilly summarizes key highlights from this week's Neuro II Conference. Dr. Josh Bodnar discusses a critical case involving a house fire patient with soot in the nares and airway complications, leading to a diagnosis of carbon monoxide and cyanide toxicity and eventual intubation. Additional small group discussions cover status epilepticus management, distinguishing types of vertigo, cervical artery dissection, alcohol withdrawal syndrome, and antibiotic stewardship, providing detailed treatment protocols and key diagnostic considerations.
2025-02-0614 minMaimo EM Pearls Podcast1/22/25 Neuro Block Giving Me Headaches! with Dr. Hannah BlakelyIn this episode of the Maimo EM Pearls Podcast, hosts Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Hannah Blakely discuss insights shared by Dr. Ernest Wang, from the ABEM Board of Directors, on building a successful medical career, including tips like savoring wins, trusting oneself, continuous hard work, adaptability, patient-centric care, and anxiety relief. They then delve into updates about the ABEM board examination changes set for 2026, emphasizing the transition to an in-person certifying exam. The episode also covers detailed discussions on different neuro small groups during conference including peripheral neuropathies, differentiating between symmetrical and unilateral forms, and the effective use...
2025-01-2221 minMaimo EM Pearls Podcast1/15/25 Peds GI Block with Dr. Alex ArroyoIn this episode of the Maimo EM Pearls Podcast, host Chris Reilly is joined by Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alex Arroyo, discusses critical pediatric gastrointestinal (GI) emergencies. They focus on a variety of conditions, including an intricate case of pediatric abdominal pain initially diagnosed as appendicitis but later identified as an appy + ovarian torsion. The discussion expands to other significant pediatric GI issues highlighted through conference talks, small group sessions, and oral board cases. Conditions covered include appendicitis, pyloric stenosis, malrotation with volvulus, intussusception, and necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). Dr. Arroyo underscores the importance of keeping a broad differential diagnosis...
2025-01-1624 minMaimo EM Pearls Podcast12/18/24 - Pediatric Trauma Block with Dr. Chris ReillyIn this episode of MEPP, host Chris Reilly discusses Pediatric Trauma day at the Maimonides EM Residency Conference. The episode begins with Dr. Cassidy Baldwin's presentation on dehydration signs and management. Dr. Christine Rizkalla lead a discussion on non-accidental trauma, highlighting risk factors and injury patterns. Dr. Hector Vasquez discussed the PECARN head CT rule for evaluating pediatric head trauma. Dr. Jonathan Rochlin covers multi-system pediatric trauma preparedness, emphasizing the importance of being prepared with appropriate equipment and protocols. The episode also includes practical advice on performing a pediatric cric by Drs. Fagan and Camino, insights into managing pediatric...
2024-12-1914 minMaimo EM Pearls Podcast12/11/24 - Ophtho Block with Dr. Kelsey ClaymanIn this episode, Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Kelsey Clayman discuss various ophthalmological emergencies presented in a conference on December 11th, 2024. They dive into an M&M case of bilateral vision loss with an elevated lactate and metabolic acidosis, emphasizing the importance of considering multiple diagnoses. The team also covers pain and painless red eye differentiations, pain and painless vision loss, and MUDPILES. Discussions include orbital compartment syndrome with the emergency procedure, lateral canthotomy and eye infections. They highlight the utilization of Morgan lenses and Tonopen, and conclude with critical emergency treatments for conditions such as central retinal artery...
2024-12-1219 minMaimo EM Pearls Podcast12/4/24 - ID Block Pt. 2 - CNS/Spinal, STIs, HIV/AIDS with Dr. Kelsey ClaymanIn this episode of the Maimonides emergency medicine pearls podcast, Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Kelsey Clayman discuss highlights from their recent resident conference. They cover a morbidity and mortality case on lithium toxicity in a non-verbal patient, emphasizing the importance of thorough medication reviews. Small group sessions included topics such as differentials for back pain, with a focus on spinal epidural abscesses, and a Jeopardy! game on CNS infections, highlighting meningitis statistics and treatment nuances. Dr. Luke Weber reviewed HIV/AIDS prophylaxis, stressing the significance of PrEP and PEP, and Dr. Blair Dozois gave an extensive lecture on...
2024-12-0514 minMaimo EM Pearls Podcast11/27/24 ID Block and some Ophtho with Dr. Kelsey ClaymanJoin Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Kelsey Clayman, PGY-3 at Maimonides, as they discuss this week's highlights from the Maimo EM conference. Key topics include analyzing a pediatric head trauma case, sepsis management, viral illnesses, acute angle closure glaucoma, and travel-related diseases. Plus, get insights into stress coping mechanisms for residents and important documentation tips for emergency physicians.
2024-11-2723 minMaimo EM Pearls Podcast11/6/24 Trauma Block: Spinal & Pelvic Fractures, & Neurogenic ShockThe second episode of the Maimo EM Pearls podcast, hosted by Chris Reilly along with co-hosts Courtney Chiu and Hannah Blakely, explores key learnings from a recent morbidity and mortality (M&M) lecture with a focus on anchoring bias. The episode also covers small group discussions led by Nathan Zapolsky on pelvic fractures, including imaging and treatment techniques, as well as Luke Weber and CJ Bassig Santos's lectures on unstable cervical spine injuries and neurogenic shock. Detailed explanations of various C-spine fractures and the mnemonic for remembering them, as well as the importance of meticulous documentation in trauma cases, a...
2024-11-0713 minMaimo EM Pearls Podcast10/30/24 Trauma Block: Head, Facial and Neck TraumaThe first episode of the Maimo EM Pearls podcast, hosted by Chris Reilly and chief resident Courtney Chiu, covers various topics in trauma. They discuss the experience of Maimonides Emergency Medicine Residency Program, handling patient management in emergency departments, and the importance of communication in patient boarding situations. The episode also delves into medical pearls from recent conferences, including the management of traumatic brain injuries, facial trauma, and penetrating neck trauma. Specific details shared include techniques for treating brain bleeds, facial lacerations, auricular hematomas, and various forms of trauma, along with the clinical approach and treatment protocols for these...
2024-10-3015 minMaimo EM Pearls PodcastThe "Why?" Behind the Maimo EM PodcastThe Maimo EM Pearls podcast aims to help residents and attendings catch up on the weekly Maimonides Emergency Medicine Residency conference content. The resident conference line up typically starts off with a morbidity and mortality lecture, then topic-based small groups with a simulation-based small group (when in person), then overarching topic resident lectures, and lastly various other lectures in the final hour. The podcast reviews essential insights from these conferences. Thanks for joining!
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