EM/CCM FS

Emergency and Critical Care Medicine for Students

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A series of interviews on the foundational topics of emergency medicine and critical care for medical students preparing for their clerkships.

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EM/CCM FS

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EM/ IM Clerkship: PE, DVT 10.03.2026 45:37

In this episode, we review venous thromboembolism (VTE) and pulmonary embolism (PE) with a focus on what medical students need to know for shelf exams and the emergency medicine clerkship . Using key concepts from Tintinalli’s Emergency Medicine , we cover the epidemiology, risk factors, and pathophysiology of PE, along with the classic and atypical clinical presentations you may encounter in the...

Neuro/ Internal Medicine Clerkship- Ischemic Stroke 05.02.2026 32:47

This is a clinically focused episode on the management and evaluation of acute ischemic stroke- from the ED to the ICU/ wards.

Neurology Clerkship: Overview and Tips 24.10.2025 30:05

An overview of the format of the LSU Neurology Clerkship How to succeed with the physical exam, and patient presentations How to study for the Shelf exam How to apply what you learn here for your future career in acute care medicine

Ovarian Pathology: OB/GYN Clerkship 04.09.2025 14:21

An overview of ovarian pathology relevant to the OB/GYN clerkship and emergency medicine

Resuscitation of the Newborn: OB/ Peds Clerkship 12.08.2025 45:34

This episode will cover the basics of neonatal resuscitation including the NRP algorithm and special focus on areas that are of interest to medical students preparing for their USMLE board exams.

Practical Sedation in the Emergency Department: A Guide for Medical Students 08.04.2025 49:36

In this focused, high-yield episode, we break down the essentials of procedural sedation in the emergency department—perfect for medical students, early trainees, and anyone wanting a practical overview. From understanding sedation levels to choosing the right drug for the procedure, we cover what you need to know to perform safe and effective sedation in the ED. Topics include: ✅ When and why to...

E1: Acute Pain in the Emergency Department with Dr. Taylor Conrad 11.02.2025 42:37

Dr. Conrad is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Internal Medicine in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine He earned his medical degree from the LSU School of Medicine He completed a combined residency in Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine, followed by a fellowship in Critical Care Medicine at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University. Dr. Conrad is board-certified in Emerge...