The St.Emlyn’s Podcast

  Highlights from Day Two of SMACC: Exploring Leadership, Fear, and Compassion in Healthcare Introduction Welcome to the St. Emlyn's blog! We're Simon Carley and Natalie May, reporting from day two of the SMACC conference in Dublin. This day has been filled with engaging sessions, challenging ideas, and invaluable insights into various aspects of healthcare. From leadership and patient management...

Day One Highlights from the Smack Dub Conference: A St Emlyns Overview Welcome to the St Emlyns blog! We, Iain Beardsell and Simon Carley, are thrilled to report from the first day of the Smack Dub Conference in Dublin. It's been a while since our last update, and we're eager to share the day's experiences, which were filled with emotional moments, innovative presentations, and deep discussions. H...

Navigating Major Trauma in South Africa: An Unforgettable Experience Introduction Simon Cowie and Robert Lloyd bring a special episode from Cape Town, South Africa, at the International Conference of Emergency Medicine (ICEM). The focus is on Robert's profound experiences working in South Africa’s emergency departments, particularly dealing with major trauma in challenging environments like Khayel...

## Navigating Sepsis in Emergency Medicine: Key Approaches and Insights Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the body's response to an infection injures its own tissues and organs. It is a complex and evolving challenge in emergency medicine, requiring prompt recognition and effective management. This blog post explores the fundamental steps for managing sepsis in the emergency...

Navigating Personal and Professional Boundaries in Healthcare In this St. Emlyns blog post, Iain Beardsell and Liz Crowe discuss the challenging scenarios healthcare professionals face when their personal and professional lives intersect, particularly in emergency and critical care settings. These situations are complex, requiring careful navigation to maintain ethical standards and patient confid...

Ross Fisher, consultant paediatric surgeon and lead for TARNlet joins Simon Carley at the London Trauma Conference to discuss the challenges in managing paediatric trauma in the UK.

Sandra Viggers and Vic Brazil grace St. Emlyn's with a conference report from Sand Diego and the International Meeting for Simulation in Healthcare (IMSH) #IMSH2016.

Iain Beardsell joins Tim Coats, chair of the UK Trauma Audit Network, to discuss the role of trauma units within major trauma networks.

Simon and Ross Fisher from Sheffield discuss the emerging role of paediatric surgeons in trauma. This podcast was recorded at the London Trauma Conference (so sorry for a bit of background noise at times). vb S

In this episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, Iain Beardsall and Liz Crowe discuss the unique challenges healthcare professionals face during the Christmas season in emergency and intensive care settings. They delve into how to balance the festive atmosphere with the stark reality of dealing with tragic events, offering practical advice on effective communication and self-care. The conversation empha...

Our summary of Day 2 of the excellent London Trauma Conference. A unique threesome from Nat, Simon and Iain.....

Greetings from the London Trauma Conference ! As has become our pre-Christmas custom, Iain and I have been hanging out at the fabulous London Trauma Conference, hearing about advances and controversies in trauma care and tracking down some of the speakers to find out exactly what they really think (and recording it, for podcasts we'll release in due course). The conference extends over four days,...

We are truly honored to listen and learn from Dr Youri Yordanov from Paris. Youri was the senior emergency physician on duty on the 13/11/15 during the brutal and terrifying terrorist attacks in Paris. Here he joins St. Emlyn's to discuss how they managed a mass casualty incident with lessons for us all. There is no doubt that without the skills, preparation and response of Youri, his ED team, the...

My talk from the RCEM conference in Manchester 2015. Linked blog post here. http://stemlynsblog.org/making-good-decisions-in-the-ed-rcem15/ Slides are here http://www.slideshare.net/simoncarley7/making-good-decisions-rcem-2015-manchester-wednesday Have fun and enjoy your emergency medicine. S

Simon and Nat talk about how to have that tricky conversation when you have to tell a colleague that they may have made a mistake. vb S

Mastering the Art of Clinical Referrals: A Guide for Emergency Physicians Introduction Effective communication is crucial in the emergency department (ED), particularly when referring patients to inpatient teams. It not only ensures optimal patient care but also enhances professional relationships and personal job satisfaction. In this post, inspired by the St. Emlyns podcast, we'll explore a prac...

Communicating Difficult News in Emergency Medicine: A Guide from St Emlyns Introduction Effective communication of difficult news is a critical skill in emergency medicine. This guide, based on a discussion between Iain Beardsell and Liz Crowe, explores best practices for delivering challenging information to patients and their families, emphasizing compassion and clarity. The Importance of Langua...

Iain and Simon discuss the core skills that all EM clinicians need to manage pain in the ED. These are the basics, but don't be put off. The basics are more important than the fancy stuff that we will discuss in a later podcast. vb S

A podcast mini to round up and look forward to the next few months on the podcast. We also have a special recording of Danny Boy from the Irish Youth Choir and conducted by Greg Beardsell. This performance was dedicated to Dr John Hinds in Dublin following his untimely death in a motorcycle accident. Please listen and take a moment to remember him and all that he has done to inspire everyone invol...

Day 2 and 3 at #smaccUS. Iain and Simon round up the highlights and look forward to #smaccDUB. S

Navigating Grief: Lessons from the St Emlyns Podcast with Liz Crow In a compelling episode of the St Emlyns podcast, host Ian Bidsel engages in a profound discussion with pediatric social worker Liz Crow about the intricacies of grief, especially within the healthcare sector. This episode was prompted by the tragic loss of John Hines, a respected member of the SMACC community known for his work as...

The first day of #smacc15 was amazing. An incredible introduction and an amazing program. Have a listen to what the St. Emlyn's team got up to on day one. S

In this episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, Simon Carley and Iain Beardsell share insights from the SMACC 2015 conference in Chicago, focusing on the holistic experience of being a clinician. Ian delves into a personal and poignant case involving a 14-year-old boy named Charlie, who tragically died from traumatic injuries. Ian discusses the profound emotional impact this case had on him, the linger...

SMACC Chicago: Insights, Learning, and Community at St Emlyn's The SMACC (Social Media and Critical Care) Conference in Chicago brought together healthcare professionals and thought leaders from around the world. The St Emlyn's team, comprising Iain Beardsell, Simon Carley, Rick Boddy, and Natalie May, participated in various workshops and sessions, sharing their experiences and insights. This blo...

Managing Back Pain in the Emergency Department: A Comprehensive Overview In the emergency department (ED), back pain, particularly lower back pain without a traumatic cause, is a common and complex presentation. This condition can range from benign to life-threatening, requiring a thorough and systematic approach to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective management. The Challenge of Back Pain in...