Episodes

June 1, 2020

Your COVID-19 Tool Kit - Does it include ultrasound? It should!

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Mathew Nelson of Northwell Health in New York about using ultrasound to identify COVID patients. His insights about how his group has used the tool and the promise it holds are worth a listen!
May 18, 2020

Pandemic Research - Today, Tomorrow, and the Next One

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Rich Gordon - ACEP Research Forum Chair. He talks about the challenges and opportunities for conducting research during the COVID-19 pandemic. He also provides some valuable guidance on reading the literature and interpreting social media data. Listen in!
May 11, 2020

COVID-19: The Epidemiological Perspective

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. David Talan, Professor of Emergency Medicine and Infectious Disease at UCLA. He provides insights into the epidemiological aspects of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases. This episode was supported by Nabriva.
May 10, 2020

Clickbait and False Narratives - Oh My!

In this special release, we talk with Drs. Parker and Kasten about breaking down the Plandemic and Bakersfield Physician videos. We also discuss some tips for determining the validity of such videos on social media.
May 6, 2020

Beaten Down by Corona: Healthcare Mental Health in the Time of COVID-19

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Jack Rozel, Medical Director at resolve Crisis Services, Professor at UPMC, and President of the American Association of American Psychiatry. Recently, Emergency Medicine lost one of its own to suicide. Dr. Rozel discusses what we can do to maintain our mental health in this time of crisis. He also offers several resources for any support you may need: - https://www.bethe1to.com/ - https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ - acep.org/life-as-a-physician/ACEP-Wellness...
May 4, 2020

Death and Dying: Palliative Care in the time of COVID

In this week's episode, we talk with a panel of palliative care experts - Drs. Rebecca Goett, Sangeeta Lamba, and David Wang. They discuss providing the highest quality care for your patients during the COVID crisis. They also remind us of the importance of our own mental health.
April 27, 2020

Bankruptcy and Physician Impact in the Time of COVID-19

In this week's episode, we talk to Tamar Dolcourt, an attorney from Foley and Lardner LLP about the intricacies of bankruptcy. The general public may not realize the financial impacts of COVID-19 on healthcare companies, but we do. Tamar's insight will help you understand what you can do, can't do, and should do if faced with an employer bankruptcy.
April 20, 2020

Speaking Up: Advocating for Healthcare at the State and Federal Level

In this week's episode, we talk with Dr. Nathan Schlicher about advocating for healthcare to both the state and federal governments. Dr. Schlicher's, in addition to being an emergency physician, served on the Washington State Senate. Dr. Schlicher's experience gives him unique insights into what we need to do to influence our legislators.
April 13, 2020

Homeless Patients and COVID-19: What you need to know

In this week's episode, we talk with Dr. Laura Janneck about managing homeless patients amid the COVID crisis. We discuss new challenges arising due to the crisis and what you can do to prepare for these patients.
April 8, 2020

Real-time Testing: Improvements in Infectious Disease Testing

In this week's episode, we talk to do Dr. Sameer Desai about a very relevant topic, infectious disease testing. Understanding recent advancements in testing technology can help you get the results you need sooner. This episode was made possible through support from BioFire Diagnostics. To read more on this topic, check out these resources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28114152/?from_term=Arora+HS%2C&from_pos=2 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31409318/?from_term=Mina+Y%2C&from_pos=3 https://pu...
April 6, 2020

You Down with PPE? Yeah You Know Me...with Howie Mell

In this week's episode, we talk about all things PPE in the time of COVID-19. Dr. Mell's unique training provides great insight on how to stay safe. He also provided some great resources for more information, so see below: 1)https://www.aiha.org/education/elearning/ventilation-surface-disinfection-and-ppe-considerations-for-the-ip-and-ih 2)https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mILUxIFTLqegKsGw-HE2Mg-9AFJYTSi1RQtaDGCOg44/edit
March 28, 2020

COVID and the Law: PPE, OSHA, and Job Security

In this week's episode, we have returning guest, Tricia Shackelford, Esq. Trica's insights on PPE requirements, OSHA protections, and employee contracts will give you the information you need to protect yourself and your job during the COVID crisis.
March 23, 2020

COVID-19 and the Law

In this week's special COVID-19 episode, we talk to Tricia Shackelford, Esq., an attorney specializing in healthcare law. She tells us what we know, and what we don't know, pertaining to providing healthcare during the COVID-19 crisis.
March 15, 2020

SPECIAL PUBLIC EDITION: COVID-19 and You from the Physician Point of View

This very special episode of Frontline is the first in our history targeted to the general public. We talk with three emergency physicians, Dr. Ryan Keay, Dr. Cameron Buck, and Dr. Brad Younggren, who are on the front line of the COVID-19 fight. They will answer your questions and help you prepare effectively for the crisis facing our country.
March 14, 2020

SPECIAL EDITION: COVID-19- Medical Professional Edition- Dr. James Phillips

In this special edition, we talk to Dr. James Phillips, an emergency physician with expertise in disaster and operational medicine. Dr. Phillips helps us understand more about the pandemic and how we, as medical professionals, can stay safe on the front lines of this crisis.
March 9, 2020

Advancing Drug Delivery - Aerosolized Medication

In this week's episode, we chat with Dr. Lynne McCullough about advances in aerosolized drug delivery. This episode was made possible through support from Aerogen.
March 2, 2020

Remember that patient you saw? - Reducing bouncebacks in the ED

In this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Zodda about reducing bounceback in the ED. He describes several causes for bounceback and ways you can reduce it in your ED.
Feb. 24, 2020

To LP or Not to LP, That is the Question...in Pediatric Fevers

In this week's episode, we chat with Dr. Sacchetti about performing LPs in pediatric patients. Understanding when and who is critical. Listen in to learn more!
Feb. 20, 2020

Special Edition: Moore Mega Episode on Efficiency and Flow in the ED

A special edition featuring one of ACEP Frontline's most popular guests, Dr. Daniel Moore. His focus on improving patient flow and efficiency is useful for anyone working in the ED. In this episode, hear both of Dr. Moore's most recent appearances all in one! To hear more from ACEP Frontline - follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ACEPFrontline/
Feb. 17, 2020

Sepsis Struggles - Navigating Sepsis Treatment in the ED

In this week's episode of ACEP Frontline, we talk to Dr. Jack Perkins about a very important topic in the ED - treating sepsis. Unfortunately, treatment recommendations are not always as deeply rooted in science as we'd like to see. Dr. Perkins walks us through the issues with sepsis recommendations and how to make the right decisions for our patients.
Feb. 10, 2020

Suicide Prevention in the ED and Beyond

Suicide is a growing concern in the US. In this week's episode, we talk with Dr. Edwin Boudreaux, Winner of the 2019 Innovations in Suicide Prevention Award, about identifying risk factors and providing optimal care for patients at risk for suicide. We also discuss a number of tools designed to assist you identifying risk factors and preventing suicides in your patients. Listen in to learn more and check out the links below for some of the great tools we discuss! https://www.acep.org/patient-car...
Feb. 3, 2020

Improving care efficiently - It can be done!

In this week's episode of ACEP Frontline, Dr. Stanton talks to Dr. Daniel Moore about improving patient care through efficiency. Sometimes small changes can make BIG impacts. Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ACEPFrontline
Jan. 27, 2020

Cyclic Vomiting - It's not always what you think it is...

In this week's episode, Dr. Stanton talks to Dr. Rahul Bhat about the causes and treatments of cyclic vomiting.
Jan. 21, 2020

The cost of compassion? It's less than you think.

In this week's episode of Frontline, we talk with Dr. Anthony Mazzarelli about the benefits of compassion for both patients and providers. You might be surprised how much it can help YOU.