Medic In The Middle

In this episode of Medic in the Middle , I’m joined by Jack Shacklady (SP, ACP in Emergency Medicine and trainee CCP with Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance). Together we dive into three trauma papers discussion Intubation, oxygenation, and thoracotomy decision making. We break down the evidence, discuss what it actually means on the road and in critical care, and highlight the take-home points for p...

Human Factors & CRM In this episode of Medic in the Middle , I’m joined by Specialist Paramedic, university lecturer, and PhD doctoral candidate Jamie Hahn to explore the role of human factors and Crew Resource Management (CRM) in pre-hospital care. We break down what human factors are, why they matter, and how they influence the decisions paramedics make. We discuss the origins of CRM in avia...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Omar Khan - an Anaesthetist with  Midlands Air Ambulance Charity (MAAC)  to explore the realities of  sedation in pre-hospital and critical care settings. We take a look at what safe and effective sedation looks like outside the hospital environment, and how Enhanced care teams approach it in the PHEM setting. 🔍  Topics covered include: What  sedation  actual...

In this episode, I sit down with the Education Team from Midlands Air Ambulance Charity (MAAC) to talk all things training and professional development. We explore the wide range ofcourses offered not only to clinicians but also to members of the public. Whether you're an aspiring paramedic, a seasoned healthcare professional, orsomeone looking to gain life-saving skills, MAAC has something for yo...

Welcome back to Medic In The Middle! In this episode we are joined by EM consultant and PHEM legend Dr. Caroline Leech In this episode we tackle; - Definitions of Shock - Types of Shock - The Hateful Eight in trauma - Why patient's may present atypically - Management of Shock - Questions from twitter - Practical takeaways https://www.binasss.sa.cr/ene23/25.pdf https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14732...

Welcome back! In this episode we cover Rapid sequence induction, Consultant anaesthetist Nageena (The air ambulance service Helimed 53+54) joins us on this episode to discuss RSI In this episode we cover -definition -indications for the procedure -equipment and resources required for RSI -pre procedure and post procedure checks -RSI drugs Twitter @Medicmiddle

Welcome back to the show! In this episode we chat to Consultant Anaesthetist Doctor James Nayyar (The Air Ambulance Service) whom is the creator of the FOAMed platform Kid Confident - https://www.kidconfident.org/ We take you on a whistle stop tour of Paediatric trauma, discussing key concepts when managing and treating these patients. Twitter - @MedicMiddle @KidConfident23

In this episode we are joined by Consultant anaesthetist Lauren Weekes (Devon air ambulance, BASICS Devon, University Hospitals Plymouth) Topics covered in this episode: -epidemiology -pathophysiology -assessment + management in pre-hospital setting -Primary + Secondary Brain injury -pre-hospital critical care interventions Twitter @Medicmiddle @WeekesLauren

Hello! Welcome back to the show. In this Episode, James Yates (GWAAC, Resus Room, soNAR) Joins us to discuss Neonatal Management and transition of the newborn at birth. Topics covered include: - What is soNAR? - Neonate definition - Pre term birth - Neonate assessment and management - Fetal + newborn circulation - Stabilisation at birth (DCC, Thermal Care) - Assessing and managing a newborn - Neon...

Welcome back to Medic in The Middle, in this episode we speak to YAS HART Critical Care Paramedic Jonathan Bush to talk about Drownings In this Episode expect to hear about - Drowning definition + Epidemiology - Drowning Physiology - The 'Metabolic Ice box' - Scene safety and scene management - When is resuscitation futile ? - ALS considerations during cardiac arrest

Welcome back to Medic In the Middle!  In this episode we are joined by West Midlands Care Team  The West Midlands Central Accident, Resuscitation & Emergency team is a charitable organisation who respond to serious medical incidents within the West Midlands, UK providing enhanced clinical care to critically ill patient's. For more information on WM CARE head to https://wmcareteam.com/wmct/ Fea...

Welcome back to Medic in the Middle. In this episode we were lucky enough to catch up via a long distance call with Firefighter/EMT Jordyn Goddard, based in Virginia - USA. In this episode we discuss the Day to day life of an American Firefighter/EMT and how EMS systems are structured in the USA. We also discuss the similarities and differences to USA vs UK EMS systems plus much more! Many thanks...

Hello!  Welcome back to Medic in The Middle. On this episode we are joined by Midlands Air Ambulance Critical care paramedic Ryan Ferris.  We discuss Brain impact apnoea and discuss if isolated head injury can be the cause of cardiovascular collapse in trauma patients.  Covered in this episode:  - Overview  - Pathophysiology + differences to TBI - Prevalence of Brain Impact Apnoea - Assessment and...

In this Episode we discuss LVAD (Left ventricular assist Devices) with LVAD Specialist Nurse and Heart+Lung transplant Co-ordinator Philippa Doherty. Topics covered in this episode; - LVAD definition - LVAD epidemiology - Assessing an LVAD patient  - Complications in LVAD patients  - The unconscious + acutely unwell LVAD patient  - Rhythm Management/Cardio-version/Defibrillation  - Cardiac arrest...

Welcome back to Medic in The Middle!  As winter dawns and it is starting to get a bit chilly, We thought it would be rather fitting to delve into the topic of Hypothermia! Joined by Rob Fenwick ACP EM (The Resus Room) we together tackle this subject and recap on some key points when managing Hypothermic patients. Covered on this show; - Definition of Hypothermia and Incidence - Primary + Secondary...

Welcome back to Medic in the Middle, in this episode Critical Care Paramedic Ryan joins us for part 2 of 'Haemorrhage'. In this episode we cover: - Hypovolemia in trauma (Fluid management) - TXA  - Oxygenation   Follow on Twitter - @MedicMiddle  Music Composed and performed by Tom Alderson.

'Medic In The Middle' is a podcast series hosted by registered Paramedic, Tom Alderson. Medic In The Middle aims to explore a range of different topics, issues and articles based around Pre - hospital emergency medicine. This first series will feature guests from a range of different Pre hospital and in hospital specialties. On this show HEMS CCP Ryan Ferris Joins us again to talk about haemorrhag...

Welcome back! In this episode, Mental health triage car paramedic Cat and Registered MH Nurse Sarah join the show to discuss mental health and mental capacity. Topics covered in this episode  - Mental health triage car role - Raid team/Liason psychiatry (emergency department mental health teams) - Mental health sections  - Mental capacity act - Suicide assessment risk  - Pharmacology of mental hea...

Welcome back to the latest instalment from Medic in The Middle, todays episode on is on Asthma, and we are going to be covering; -Asthma definition -Management of asthma -Asthma pathophysiology  -Pharmacodynamics of drugs used in emergency management -Considerations for cardiac arrest Enjoy! Music performed and written by Thomas Alderson

Medic In The Middle is back! This time, talking about Diabetes. With special Guest Dr. Muhammad Ali Karamat - Consultant Diabetes + Endocrinologist In this podcast we will cover; - Diabetes definition + Pathophysiology - Type 1 + Type 2 diabetes - Management of Hypoglycaemia + Hyperglycaemia - DKA + HHS     - Covid-19 related issues surrounding Diabetic patients - Management of emergency condition...

'Medic In The Middle' is a new podcast series hosted by registered Paramedic, Tom Alderson. Medic In The Middle is a new podcast, exploring a range of different topics, issues and articles. This first series will feature guests from a range of different Pre hospital and in hospital specialties. Todays Episode features special guest - Ryan Ferris, Critical care paramedic working for Midlands Air Am...

'Medic In The Middle' is a new podcast series hosted by registered Paramedic, Tom Alderson. Medic In The Middle is a new podcast, exploring a range of different topics, issues and articles. This first series will feature guests from a range of different Pre hospital and in hospital specialties. Todays Debut episode is Maternity, featuring guest Midwives Lauren and Helen. Covering: -Stages of labou...