Art of Emergency Medicine

This time we venture into the world of toxicology with an agent that is usually dear to our heart - caffeine. The nectar of emergency medicine is everywhere and can be hidden in a variety of products. It is not just a simple overdose causing cardiovascular effects. It can be weird and wonderful being a perfect SAQ topic for the ACEM fellowship exam. SAQ Case File for Caffeine OD

Here we discuss a broad SAQ on Preeclampsia and Eclampsia with emphasis on answering questions also relating to differential diagnoses and variants. The accompanying SAQ on the website is detailed with other ways this topic could be examined in the fellowship exam. Check out other episodes and accompanying files on www.artofemergency.com

We discuss intubation in the critically ill patient with special focus on as aspect that is usually lacking or ignored - the 'physiological airway'. We all know about the anatomic preparation with LEMON mnemonics of the airway assessment but what about the physiologic difficulties when tubing the sick patient? This is where Emergency Medicine has the niche and knowing how to optimise the airway is...

In this episode, Kishan and Abrar cover some differentials and possible aetiologies of a patient presenting with Weakness. Specifically, here we discuss GBS, some typical and atypical features, special SAQ questions and comparison tables. A heavy but important episode for the fellowship written candidate! Check the SAQ document on the Art of Emergency Medicine website

This episode deals with a classic fellowship topic, the Paediatric Non-Accidental Injury (NAI). We delve deeper into what else can mimic NAI, what are the historical, physical exam and radiology features for NAI.

This is a pearler of a case which will expose you to an aspect of toxic alcohol poisoning specifically for ethylene glycol, taking your understanding to the next level. We start off with the undifferentiated patient and make our way through differentials, ABG analysis and a discussion of blood gas vs serum values and how a specific difference can drop a truth bomb on you. Enjoy!

This condition is a staple of fellowship exams in all critical care specialties with Emergency Medicine right at the forefront. We have the awesome opportunity to be there right at the beginning of this patient's journey and make a big difference. Learn the crucial aspects of how to answer the SAQ on Asthma.

Here we tackle the evolving SAQ type - you start with something that tests your 'basic approach' and then takes an abrupt turn for the worse and challenges you. We take the approach of an undifferentiated scenario that eventually makes it's way to Thoracotomy in the ED. Click here for Show Notes and Additional Resources

Here we discuss a bread and butter staple for the ED Physician - Paracetamol OD. We discuss the various situations, controversies and management points that are essential in acing the fellowship exam.

This episode discusses a seldom used but invaluable procedure in the management of the burns patient. We discuss it in the SAQ / OSCE format. Kishan gives his valuable personal experience having performed an escharotomy in a burns patient. Show Notes / Resources

Discussion of the definition, ACEM position statement and management of Access Block in your hospital.

Welcome to this short introductory episode that lays down the framework for our brand new podcast - Art of Emergency Medicine.