Episodes

In this first interview of the "Frontline Headliners" series, we talk with EM:RAP founder and education leader, Dr. Mel Herbert. We talk about his childhood, growing up, and the path that led him to be where he is today. www.MelHerbert.com

In this episode, we get a breakdown of the increase in Dengue Fever cases in the US and how the expansion of mosquito habitats are putting more of the country at risk. This project is supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award NU50CK0000567-03-00 funded by CDC/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by ...

In this episode, we replay the recording of our live Frontline Headliners series from #ACEP25 in Salt Lake City. Dr. Netteburg is one of three episodes we hosted at the conference. He is well known for his missionary work in Chad and his adventures with his family. We dive into his history with stories along the way.

In this episode, I get a few minutes with the star of the HBO/Max hit, The Pitt. We talk about his commitment to the accuracy of the ED care as well as a message to emergency physicians.

In this episode, I talk with Olympic figure skating champion and 4X world champion Scott Hamilton about is medical challenges, blessings, and path through life that led him to a mission of cancer research and treatment.

In this episode, we talk about ocular trauma and emergencies that present to the emergency department, featuring Dr. W Gannon Sungar. The neat take home is that eye trauma emergencies are rarely and immediate time sensitive emergency and can be addressed urgently with follow-up or transfer. The 4th Annual Emergency Medicine: High Risk - Can't Miss conference is coming up 11/6 and 11/7. Great conference and incredible setting. Check out more info at www.coacep.org.

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Christina Shenvi about ARIA, a finding associated with an early stage Alzheimer's infusion that can impact stroke and VTE care. The MRI of choice per neuroradiology are the T2 weighted and flare images seen on most routine head MRIs. The gradient recall echo are best for bleed and microhemorrhage. These are all part of a routine MRI. I would note in the order that you are looking for ARIA. Supported by Eli Lilly and Company

EM physicians can fix much more than traumas, MIs, and strokes. EM physicians represent leaders within medicine and beyond, with the skills of being an EM doc lending well to various levels of leadership, problem solving, and chaos coordination. In this session, Dr. Andy French talks about the EM influence accelerator and why this speciality puts you on the fast track. Nice motivation talk heading into #ACEP25 in Salt Lake City.

In this episode, we get some expert tips on pediatric resuscitation and access considerations. This is part of the 3rd Annual Emergency Medicine - High Risk, Don't Miss conference from Colorado ACEP. This episode features PEM physician, Dr. Patrick Joynt.

Artificial intelligence is everywhere, with the opportunities and applications in medicine growing daily. In this session, Dr. Henry Pitzele and Atul Srivastava talk about some of the programs and how they can improve care in EM. We also ask the question...should radiologists be worried?

In this episode, we get an update from Dr. Abir and Dr. Berdahl with regards to the "Big Beautiful Bill" and how that may impact emergency medicine and healthcare access through the lens of the 2025 RAND Report entitled "Strategies for Sustaining Care in the United States."

In this episode, we join a 3 part discussion on residency program choice, transition, and success. Great content and information for students and residents alike from the Ohio chapter of the American College of Emergency Physicians.

In this episode from Colorado ACEP, we learn about the EM approach to right heart failure and pulmonary hypertension.

In this episode, we getting a billing and coding update with Frontline favorite, Dr. Michael Granovsky. We also focus on how emergency physicians can utilize observation status and documentation to offset the lost opportunities of occupied beds in the ED.

In this episode, we talk with EM:RAP content creator and former actress, Dr. Jessica Mason. This is a two part(all-in-one) episode with her morning keynote address and content on providing expert feedback.

In this episode, we talk with worldwide medical education expert, Dr. Christina Shenvi, on how Cognitive Load Theory can take medical education to the next level. We talk tips on connecting with learners and how to build the best presentation.

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Chris Davlantes about the evolution of blood tests to detect and risk stratify traumatic brain injuries. Over the last few years, we have seen tests emerge, but now have access to POC technology that may assist emergency physicians and others to get patients the care they need and avoid unnecessary imaging if possible. This episode was supported by Abbott Point of Care.

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Peter DeBlieux about the management of COPD and a tool to help EM docs get the patients where they need to be. Episode supported by AstraZeneca.

Are you a fan of The PITT or medical shows? Then you will love this episode of the podcast in preparation for ACEP25 in Salt Lake City. With talk with co-executive producer, Dr. Joe Sachs, and medical expert and writer, Dr. Mel Herbert, about The PITT. We discuss what it got right, the 3(+1) things it got wrong, and some behind the camera discussion on making the show happen.

Riding high off The Ohio State football national championship, Dr. Jim Neuenschwander joins us in the #17 Chris Olave OSU football jersey with an appearance of the fight song near the end, talking about "situation rooms" and the use of case based group think learning for EM advancement.

In this panel from LAC, we talk about some of the steps and advocacy efforts to improve ED and hospital overcrowding.

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Deb Fletcher about ongoing battles against independent practice of non-physicians in emergency medicine. We also talk about some of the evolution and changing tactics being utilized. The key take home is that NPs and PAs play an important role in our system as a part of the physician led team. Resources: Hattiesburg Study www.akleg.gov/basis/get_documents.asp?session=33&docid=27553 ACEP https://www.acep.org/state-advocacy/state-advocacy-overview/combat-scope-of-...

We bring more content from ACEP LAC with a discussion on shifting interpretations of EMTALA that may further blur the lines with the MSE and definition of fulfilling the EMTALA mandate. These changes may increase risk the physicians and potentially impact autonomy.

In this episode, we review the 2024 elections and what they may mean for the balance of power and future elections. We chat with DC insider, Nathan Gonzales from Inside Politics, about the results, trends, and outlooks.