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The SWORBHP PodcastA Conversation on BH Audits with Dr. Doran and Dwayne CottelIt’s no secret that receiving an audit from SWORBHP can spark a lot of anxiety, but should it? Dr. Sean Doran (Local Medical Director) and Dwayne Cottel (Prehospital Care Specialist) discuss this in our latest podcast.
A variety of topics are discussed, including:
Why self-reporting is the best option and the importance of it
The auditing process and how things work behind the scenes
Feedback requests, why we reach out and the value in a prompt response
These questions and answers cover most of what you, as a Paramedic, should know about auditing and its...2023-12-1518 min
The SWORBHP PodcastPenetrating Chest TraumaIn this episode Dr. Lauren Valdis and Dr. Taylor Bechamp discuss the topic of Penetrating Chest Trauma in Prehospital Medicine.
2023-08-2522 min
The SWORBHP PodcastCardiac Arrest Medical Directive - Direction for Non-TOR patientsDr. Matthew Davis and Dr. Sarah Cocco review changes to the Cardiac Arrest Medical Directive. These changes were outlined in a memo sent out to SWORBHP paramedics on July 19th. More details can be found on our website: www.sworbhp.ca
2023-07-2613 min
The SWORBHP PodcastTrauma in PregnancyIn this episode of our SWORBHP Webinar series Dr. Lauren Valdis talks to Dr. Erfun Hatam about Trauma in Pregnancy as it relates to the prehospital world.
Caution: This subject matter, Trauma in Pregnancy, may be upsetting or distressing to some viewers. Please keep this in mind prior to watching.
2023-07-0530 min
The SWORBHP PodcastPediatric TraumaCaution:
This subject matter, pediatric trauma, may be upsetting or distressing to some listeners. A theoretical case of a pediatric patient who experienced a traumatic injury is discussed to help frame important learning points. Please keep this in mind prior to listening.
Description:
In this episode of the SWORBHP Podcast Dr. Lauren Valdis is joined by our special guest Dr. Brett Plouffe, a Pediatric EM Fellow. This episode discusses pediatric trauma as it pertains to your practice.
References:
Harcke, H. T., Lawrence, L. L., Gripp, E. W., Kecskemethy...2023-06-0130 min
The SWORBHP PodcastAntidepressant OverdosesOn this episode, Dr. Lauren Valdis and guest Dr. Rob Sogetrop present a webinar focusing on antidepressant overdoses in the world of prehospital medicine.
2023-05-1618 min
The SWORBHP PodcastPICC and CVAD PodcastIn this episode of the SWORBHP Podcast our very own Dr. Lauren Valdis and Dwayne Cottel discuss PICC lines and CVAD access.
References:
Ask MAC: https://askmac.sworbhp.ca/271
OBHG Companion Document (see pages 70/71): https://ontariobasehospitalgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/2022_02_ESC-Companion-Document-v4.9_final_v16_Feb-8-2022.pdf
2022-11-2215 min
The SWORBHP PodcastPediatric Endotracheal IntubationDescription:
In this episode, Special Guest Dr. Alexander Chase (Western Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellow) sits down to talk to Dr. Lauren Valdis (Medical Director of Education at SWORBHP) about pediatric endotracheal intubation. Together they discuss the evidence behind the switch from uncuffed to cuffed tubes, along with some of the other recent changes to pediatric airway management. Myths are debunked, evidence is unpacked. Join us for this deep dive into pediatric airway management!
Associated TOTW:
Pediatric ETT Size Equation Changes with Cuffed Tube
Resources for Pediatric Intubations Web...2022-07-0422 min
The SWORBHP PodcastEvidence and Best Practices in Pediatric Out of Hospital Cardiac ArrestSpecial Guest Dr. Sara-Pier Piscopo (Western Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellow) sits down to talk to Dr. Lauren Valdis (Medical Director of Education at SWORBHP) to discuss the latest evidence and best practices in resuscitation of pediatric out of hospital cardiac arrest. Topics include: Considerations in when to transport, when to consider IO vs. IV access and some hot-off-the-press local data to share.
March 2022 - Ask MAC referenced: SWORBHP Ask MAC
References:
Burgert, JM et al. An Evidence-Based Review of Epinephrine Administered via the Intraosseous Route in Animal Models of Cardiac Arre...2022-05-2721 min
The SWORBHP Podcast2021 MCME Q & AIn this episode our Medical Director of Education Dr. Lauren Valdis, and our Education Coordinator Gabby Willems, answer your questions from the 2021 MCME.
2022-01-2717 min
The SWORBHP PodcastCentralized Patching in SWORBHPIn this Podcast, Prehospital Care Specialist Dwayne Cottel sits down with Dr. Matthew Davis, SWORBHP Regional Medical Director, to discuss Base Hospital Physician (BHP) patching. SWORBHP recently conducted a pilot project to test the feasibility of Centralized Patching. This podcast highlights SWORBHP’s historical model of BHP patching and the impetus to move to Centralized Patching.
“What exactly is Centralized Patching?” and “What are some of the perceived benefits and drawbacks to this model?” are some of the questions that will be explored, and answered, in this podcast. In addition, how Centralized Patching will impact you as a frontlin...2021-06-0740 min
The SWORBHP PodcastCardiac Cases with Melissa & DwaynePrehospital Care Specialists Melissa Burgess and Dwayne Cottel sit down to review some of the highlights from the 2020 MCME. In this episode Dwayne also goes over some cardiac cases and how they relate to the precourse from last year.
- 9 Steps to Rhythm Strip Interpretation
- STEMI Locations and Reciprocal Changes
2021-05-0714 min
The SWORBHP PodcastCompassion Fatigue and Secondary TraumaCompassion Fatigue and Vicarious Trauma
This episode of the SWORBHP Podcast features Nancy Lawrence (Manager - Just Culture, Wellness & Staff Support at LHSC), Ryan Hall (Deputy Chief - Oxford County Paramedic Services), and Ted Sanders (Paramedic and Peer Support Team Member - Oxford County Paramedic Services).
The topic of this episode is Compassion Fatigue and Vicarious Trauma. Nancy, Ryan, and Ted dive deep into this topic as they discuss real-world scenarios from their own personal experiences, and talk about how it relates to you as a paramedic.
Resources:
Professional Qu...2021-03-1723 min
The SWORBHP PodcastIM Epi and Bronchoconstriction: The Evidence and Explanation of Recent Practice ChangeSpecial Guest Dr. David Morden (PGY-4 Western Emergency Medicine Resident) takes us through the background of recent practice change in administration of IM Epi, per the Considerations for Paramedics Managing Patients During the COVID-19 Pandemic (https://www.lhsc.on.ca/media/9082/download).
2021-01-2619 min
The SWORBHP PodcastStayin’ AliveDr. Danielle Kelton presents the first Western University Division of Emergency Medicine Grand Rounds of the year. These rounds, titled "Stayin' Alive', cover the evidence for and against the use of mechanical CPR both in the pre-hospital and emergency department settings.
Interested in more excellent and informative grand rounds, like Dr. Kelton's? Email SWORBHP@lhsc.on.ca to be placed on the Email list for the Western University Division of Emergency Medicine Grand Rounds, to ensure you're not missing out!
2021-01-1958 min
The SWORBHP PodcastEvidence and Recommendations for the use of Sodium Bicarbonate in Prehospital Care.This podcast is a chock-full of information including evidence and recommendations for the use of Sodium Bicarbonate in prehospital care.
Hosted by:
Dr. Lauren Valdis
Dr. Shane Freeman
2020-12-1533 min
The SWORBHP Podcast2020 MCME Q & AIn this episode our Education Coordinator Lyndsey Longeway and Medical Director of Education Dr. Lauren Valdis review some of your questions from this years MCME.
2020-12-1517 min
The SWORBHP PodcastTrach It ’Til You Make ItIn this episode Dr. Lauren Valdis talks to special guest Dr. Danielle Kelton about tracheostomies and your Tracheostomy Tube Reinsertion Medical Directive.
2020-11-0925 min
The SWORBHP PodcastThe SWORBHP Podcast2020-05-1534 min
The SWORBHP PodcastDiscussing Initial COVID-19 Changes for EMS Providers in the Southwest Ontario Region.Inaugural SWORBHP Podcast - Discussing initial COVID-19 Changes For EMS Providers in the South West Ontario Region.
Music attribution
There It Is by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4519-there-it-is
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
2020-05-1526 min
The SWORBHP PodcastChanges from May 2020 and Concerns Regarding Patching While Wearing PPEIn this episode hosts Dr. Sean Doran and Dr. Matt Davis discuss the changes that were released on May 6th 2020 and concerns regarding patching while wearing PPE during the COVID19 pandemic.
2020-05-1515 min