The Delegate Series

What if the most important thing about the 2025 ACLS guidelines isn't what changed — but what the science is already outpacing? In this episode, Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin walk through the latest American Heart Association updates and hold them up against what the evidence is actually telling us. Dr. Ekin breaks down the official changes — from the atropine dose...

 What if the most dangerous call you run today isn't the cardiac arrest or the multi-vehicle pileup — but the 82-year-old who "just fell"? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin tackle the patient population that makes up nearly half of all EMS contacts — and the one most likely to hide life-threatening pathology behind seemingly normal...

What if the most routine interventions in emergency medicine weren’t as simple as we thought? In this episode of Physician Delegates , Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin take a rapid-fire tour through some of the most important emergency medicine research of 2025 — and what it actually means for the crews working in the field. From the subtle science behind something as basic...

What if your judgment could mean the difference between life and death - or a lawsuit? In this razor-sharp episode of Physician Delegates, Dr. Adam Brenner, Dr. Martin Bennett, and Dr. Scott Ekin unravel the high-stakes world of patient refusal and shared decision-making in emergency medical services. Imagine a scene where everything looks fine on the surface - normal vitals, a seemingly stable pa...

Postpartum Hemorrhage: When Every Second Counts What if your worst nightmare call - imminent childbirth - turned into two critical patients and a race against time? In this intense episode, Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin tackle one of EMS's most anxiety-producing scenarios: postpartum hemorrhage in the field. Dr. Bennett walks us through a harrowing case that starts...

What if everything you thought you knew about cardiac arrest was wrong? In this game-changing episode, Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin blow up the traditional ACLS approach to PEA - revealing why "pulseless" doesn't always mean what we think it does. Dr. Brenner takes us on a journey beyond the cookbook protocols, challenging the very definition of PEA and e...

Ever wonder why most addicts aren't actually trying to get high anymore? In this episode, Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Eakin dive deep into toxicology and addiction medicine - exploring the cutting-edge science behind why humans make the decisions they do and how new treatments are revolutionizing addiction care. Fresh from an addiction medicine conference, Dr. Eakin sh...

Ever wonder how someone can survive when their kidneys completely fail? In this episode, Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Eakin dive deep into nephrology - moving from the "plumbing" we covered in our urology episode to the more complex "engineering and chemistry" of how kidneys actually work. The delegates tackle kidney failure, renal replacement therapies i...

In this episode, Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin, EMS Delegates for Kitsap County, WA, return for the third episode of the 2025 season. The delegates tackle the topic of urology, covering kidney stones, urinary retention, and various catheter types, with Dr. Ekin sharing both medical expertise and personal experiences. Their discussion emphasizes the pathophysiology, diagn...

In this episode, Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Scott Ekin, and Dr. Adam Brenner, EMS Delegates for Kitsap County, WA  welcome Dr. Alfred Wang as a guest expert to discuss the topic of dizziness in elderly patients. They share their enthusiasm for treating these patients and emphasize the importance of understanding the nuances of dizziness, including differentiating between various types and potential u...

Join the Kitsap County EMS Delegates, Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin as they embrace the chill of winter and delve into the critical topic of hypothermia. In this episode, the team shares personal anecdotes from their snowy childhoods, while also discussing the medical intricacies of treating hypothermia in emergency situations. From the importance of accurate temperature...

Welcome to the Delegates Podcast! Join Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin, as they take a lighter approach this month, diving into the world of orthopedics. After exploring the complexities of neurology, they're ready to tackle lower extremity injuries just in time for football season. From knee dislocations to ligament tears, the team shares clinical vignettes, insights...

Continuing our journey into advanced neurology, the Kitsap County EMS Podcast presents the second installment of our in-depth series! Join Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin, as they delve deeper into complex neurological disorders that EMS professionals may encounter in the field. In this episode, our experts explore three significant neurological conditions in-depth, Multip...

In response to your requests for advanced neurology topics, we’re excited to present a special episode of the Kitsap County EMS Podcast! Join Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin, MS, as they embark on the first installment of a three-part series exploring the intricate world of the brain, central nervous system, and peripheral nervous system. In this episode, Dr. Brenner lays...

In this episode, join Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin, MS physician delegates for Kitsap County EMS in Washington, as they explore a diverse array of critical medical topics. First, they'll dive into the realm of reproductive emergencies, focusing on testicular and ovarian torsion. Discover the key signs, symptoms, and diagnostic techniques for these time-sensitive co...

In this episode, join Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin, EMS physician delegates for Kitsap County EMS in Washington, as they delve into two compelling medical topics. First, they'll provide a brief overview of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, exploring its various signs and symptoms.  Then, they'll shift gears to the critical subject of anaphylaxis, focusing on c...

This month, our hosts, Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin. who serve as EMS physician delegates for Kitsap County EMS in Washington have a special guest Robin Kallas, a pediatric emergency physician who previously was at Mary Bridge and is now at Kaiser in Tacoma.

What do you do when the new evidence points us away from the standard of care that we have done forever?  Join us for an enlightening conversation as we dive into an interesting literature review, that may change your minds on EMS medicine with hosts Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin. who serve as EMS physician delegates for Kitsap County EMS in Washington.

In the fast-paced world of emergency medical services (EMS), the health and well-being of our dedicated providers often take a back seat to the urgent needs of others. But what happens when the heroes need a rescue too?  Join us for an enlightening conversation as we dive into the crucial topic of EMS provider wellness, with hosts Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin. who serve...

Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin, emergency physicians and the Emergency EMS delegates for Kitsap County EMS in Washington, impart their wisdom on trauma.  From the vast topic of trauma, they narrow their focus on some new research, the pitfalls, and some spinal immobilization. 

Get stressed on an OB call? Lower your anxiety, by listening to Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin, emergency physicians and the Emergency EMS delegates for Kitsap County EMS in Washington, discuss OB/GYN Emergencies in the first part of their series. 

Part Two of the Delegates OB Emergencies series.  Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin, emergency physicians and the Emergency EMS delegates for Kitsap County EMS in Washington, discuss OB/GYN Emergencies in critical situations.  All EMS providers are stressed on these types of calls. Knowing more about them can help lower this stress. 

In episode three of our third season, Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin, emergency physicians, and  Kitsap EMS Delegates discuss the presentation and management of patients presenting with massive and severe submassive pulmonary embolism, massive hemoptysis, and upper airway obstructions. 

 Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin, emergency physicians and the Emergency EMS delegates for Kitsap County EMS in Washington, discuss respiratory pitfall and killer respiratory illness.  Not everything short of breath is Asthma. 

This episode covers a wide range of topics of the things that can hang you up during a call dealing with psych patients : Psych Geriatrics Agitated Patients Consent and capacity to treat Mandatory reporting Lift assists