The FlightBridgeED Podcast

In this episode of The FlightBridgED Podcast, BiPAP is nothing new for us, but do we understand the correct way to set up our transport ventilators to deliver the correct pressures? Maybe. Maybe not! Join Eric as he explains the difference between absolute and additive pressures.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, special guest Dave Olvera joins Eric on the show to bring our community some incredible facts, figures, and real-world applications of powerful, research-based advanced airway management best practice techniques. With years of evidence and statistics, this podcast will challenge you to critically analyze your airway skills and why it is that we perfor...

In this ground-breaking episode, special guest Michael Lauria joins Eric Bauer to present one of the most astoundingly captivating concepts that you won't want to miss. Join us for Approaching Aristotle: Making Critical Care Education Brain-Friendly.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric shines a revealing light on the detrimental effects of nitrogen washout on our patient's alveoli and what that could mean for their treatment long term. More oxygen is always better, right? Join us for this insightful discussion as we reveal the truths behind absorption atelectasis.

In this episode of the FlightBridgeED podcast, Eric pulls together the evidence for the traditional drugs we push during RSI, for sedation and paralytics. Join us for an incredibly thought-provoking discussion that will challenge your foundational knowledge of these medications and further your clinical expertise.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric addresses an e-mail from listener and critical care provider Ryan Wyatt of Tuscon, Arizona regarding the use of paralytics in our practice.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, a nightmare creeps from the tattered remains of a beaten and bruised patient. The wrenching grasp of death casts a long, dark shadow over the flight team as a crucial decision means life or death. What will happen? Will the patient survive? Join us for the mesmerizing tale of The Traumatic Airway.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, a patient's life perches precariously atop a critical decision. What terrifying malady stands behind this horrific situation? Could it be the gripping, wrenching grasp of a myocardial infarction, or could this be the result of an even more devious fiend? Then again, it could be door number 3…

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric discusses the issue of sodium bicarb treatment in acid-base disorders through the lens of new evidence and the overall metabolic state of the patient. As paradigms in treatment shift, all of our patients benefit. Join us for this episode of the podcast.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric outlines the application guidelines and strategies for effective non-invasive positive pressure ventilation. Sometimes putting down the blade, and picking up the mask is an essential step in revolutionary patient care.

Pre-order this exciting new book from Eric Bauer and FlightBridgeED Ventilator Management: A Pre-Hospital Perspective, written in a conversational style that is in-depth, easy to understand, and practical in application is sure to be a go-to resource for your practice. Check out this short introduction of the book from the author himself, and go online to pre-order now for a discounted price.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric clarifies and defines the role of Auto-PEEP. This often neglected measurement has big implications for our patients and adjustments should be made, but with caution and in small increments. Join us as we explore Ventilator Management - Ventilation Failure: Auto-PEEP Strategies.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we continue our conversation about hemodynamic pharmacology started in our previous podcast titled Pure Vasopressors. Today’s conversation focuses on left ventricular dysfunction and how inodilators such as dobutamine, and milrinone are used.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, like a creature stepping forth from another dimension, an unexpected delivery catches the bewildered flight crew off guard in a dizzying rush to get on the ground. Join Eric as he presents the thrilling case of the In-Flight Delivery.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric takes a suggestion from our community and dives into the "other" fluids. While these fluids aren't our normal go-to solutions, they all have a place in the great field of "Fluidology." Join us as we explore plasmalyte, normosol, and dextran.

In this podcast we dive further into our exploration of Ketamine - a great medication, but one with lots of misconceptions. Join Eric and very special guest, Dr. Mike Abernethy (@FLTDOC1), Med Flight Chief Physician at the University of Wisconsin, as they debunk the myths on this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric talks with ASTNA President Allen Wolfe.

SecondShift, a new podcast from FlightBridgeED with Eric Bauer and Mike Verkest. This podcast covers a lot of the current issues and trends in the Helicopter EMS, pre-hospital, critical care, and emergency medical care industry. As a bonus, or maybe a consolation, you also get to hear these guys yack on about stuff like sports, talk trash about some former co-workers, and maybe even what flavor th...

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, an unthinkable horror glides through dark waters with a terrible appetite for fresh, tender flesh. Join Eric Bauer, and Mike Verkest as they peel back reality to expose this nameless evil in this nightmare series podcast, Pediatric Drowning.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric rides the waves of knowledge as he sheds light on the various fluids we use in our practice. Join us as we learn together!

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric Bauer and special guest Michael Verkest discuss TXA in traumatic brain injuries. Join us for the first interview podcast from FlightBridgeED as we learn from these two incredibly talented educators.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric takes some time to unpack this week's spotlight medication, Ketamine. This medication has been around for quite some time now, but it is only recently seeing routine use in some geographic areas in the pre-hospital critical care field. Join us as we take an in-depth look at Ketamine.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric covers neo-synephrine, and vasopressin as they are used in the pre-hospital and critical care clinical environments. He also discusses the research regarding methylene blue as a vasopressor.

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, a mysterious traveler from the deep south winds his way into town. Why is he there? Who is he? As he moves in and out of the shadows, the evidence of his malicious intent becomes apparent as his terrible hands clutch and tear the tender flesh of his victim until there is no use to struggle against him. Will our patient find salvation? Join your host,...

In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we take an in-depth look at the concept of passive oxygenation and camp out in the literature and studies regarding it. Join us for the podcast and discover together how to apply the concept of passive oxygenation to your practice!