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Dive deep into one of the most common types of patient-ventilator dyssynchrony — ineffective triggering.

This advanced clinical podcast covers:

What ineffective triggering is and why it happens

How to recognize it on the ventilator waveforms

Common causes and contributing factors

Clinical implications for patient outcomes

Troubleshooting and management strategies

Tips for improving patient-ventilator synchrony

Ideal for critical ca...

In this advanced clinical podcast, we dive deep into the different types of Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) used in the ICU to manage critically ill patients with acute kidney injury (AKI) and end stage renal disease.

📌 What you'll learn:

The differences between CVVH, CVVHD, and CVVHDF

Mechanisms of solute clearance: convection vs. diffusion

How to choose the appropriate CRRT modality

Clinical scenarios for each type o...

This podcast breaks down the fundamentals of Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)—an essential modality for managing acute kidney injury and end stage renal disease in critically ill patients.

📌 In this podcast:

What is CRRT and how is it different from IHD or SLED?

Types of CRRT: CVVH, CVVHD, CVVHDF

Core concepts: convection vs diffusion, blood flow rate, dialysate, ultrafiltration, effluent rate Indications for CRRT in th...

This podcast is a clinical overview of renal replacement therapy (RRT) for hospitalized patients.

📌 Topics Covered:

Indications for dialysis in the inpatient setting (AEIOU).

Timing of RRT in AKI and critical illness (including trials).

Differences between CRRT, IHD, PIRRT/SLED, PD.

Choosing the right modality for your patient.

Evidence behind early vs delayed initiation (e.g. STARRT-AKI).

Practical tips from the ICU and wards.

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Stay informed with the latest public health headlines in 15 minutes! In this week’s roundup:

🔹 Arsenic in Rice – What new studies reveal about chronic exposure from common foods 

🔹 Salmonella Outbreak – A growing number of infections linked to eggs

🔹 Exercise and Cancer – Can physical activity slow cancer progression or recurrence?

🔹 Measles Outbreak - Resurgence of cases across a number of states.

🔹 Brain Sulci Explained – Wh...

Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs) are lifesaving, but complex devices. They are surgically implanted into a patient's heart to assist with blood flow around the body. They have alarms and outputs that can provide significant information on the pathophysiology occurring in a patient presenting with an LVAD. In this video we dive into LVAD alarms and outputs as related to pathophysiologic conditions!

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A new COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, is making headlines. In this podcast, we break down what’s currently known about the variant—its mutations, symptoms, transmission, and potential impact on vaccines and public health.

📌 What we cover:

Where NB.1.8.1 is spreading

What makes this variant different from others

How it might affect immunity and vaccines

Should you be concerned?

What public health officials are saying now

We’ll keep you...

In this podcast, we break down the basics of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)—a life-threatening condition that causes severe difficulty breathing. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a student, or just looking to understand more about this condition, this podcast covers everything you need to know about ARDS.

Link to video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fj_wXSJsCag 

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Play...

In this podcast, we explore the basics of pulmonary embolism (PE), including its epidemiology, risk factors, pathophysiology, symptoms, clinical evaluation, management, complications, and prognosis focusing on how it's evaluated in clinical practice. Pulmonary embolism is a potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when a blood clot blocks one or more arteries in the lungs. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prev...

Why is colonoscopy one of the most important tools in preventive medicine? In this podcast, we break down the basics of colonoscopy screening, including when to do it, how it works, and what it can detect. Perfect for medical students, residents, healthcare professionals, and the curious public.

Link to video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=17Z3UV209D8 

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Struggling to understand mechanical ventilation? This podcast breaks down the core terminology and fundamental concepts you need to know—perfect for medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals learning critical care.

Link to video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVhvL-oYK-8 

Mechanical Ventilation Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf5bMa9_tvRgVjd6EYdHBcLnIiCTgGKD9&si=jwucIBjenR4bR28H

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In this advanced clinical medicine video, we break down two complex patient-ventilator asynchronies: double triggering and reverse triggering. These phenomena can compromise oxygenation, increase lung injury risk, and complicate sedation strategies—especially in critical care and ICU settings. We'll walk through the mechanisms, ventilator waveforms, patient physiology, and clinical implications, so you can recognize, interpret, and...

A new COVID-19 subvariant, NB.1.8.1, is making headlines as it spreads rapidly across multiple countries. In this episode, we break down what scientists and public health officials currently know about NB.1.8.1: its mutations, symptoms, transmissibility, vaccine effectiveness, and how it compares to other Omicron subvariants like XBB and KP.2.

COVID-19 Educational Videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf5bMa9_tvRjDwCpaD06b6fMO...

Driving pressure (ΔP) is one of the most important predictors of mortality in patients with ARDS on mechanical ventilation—but it's often misunderstood or overlooked in clinical practice.

In this advanced mechanical ventilation podcast, we cover:

• What driving pressure is and how it’s calculated (ΔP = Plateau – PEEP)

• Why driving pressure may matter more than tidal volume or plateau pressure

• Clinical relevance in lung-protectiv...

Airway Pressure Release Ventilation (APRV) is a unique and advanced ventilatory mode used sometimes used in patients with ARDS and refractory hypoxemia. In this podcast, we break down everything you need to know about APRV in clinical practice, including:

• What is APRV? Basic principles and how it differs from traditional modes

• Indications for APRV: ARDS, lung-protective strategies, spontaneous breathing

• Setting APRV parameter...

Listeria monocytogenes is a gram-positive intracellular bacterium responsible for serious infections in neonates, pregnant patients, the elderly, and the immunocompromised.

In this podcast, we cover the basics of Listeria in clinical medicine, including:

• Common clinical syndromes: meningitis, bacteremia, sepsis, and neonatal listeriosis

• Risk factors and pathogenesis in vulnerable populations

• Diagnosis and differential

• First...

We cover the top stories in health and medicine you need to know:

• Bird Flu (H5N1) outbreaks in cattle, poultry, and humans — spring is upon us and bird migration is coming (0:00 - 4:56)

• Measles outbreaks on the rise across North America - measles to become endemic? (4:57 - 7:25)

• Wegovy vs Zepbound — which GLP-1 weight loss drug performs better? (7:26 - 10:14)

• How sleep deprivation harms your health more than you think. (10:...

In this clinical deep dive, we break down the strategies and concepts behind ventilating patients with COPD, asthma exacerbations, and other obstructive lung diseases in the ICU and ED.

You’ll learn:

• Key pathophysiology behind air trapping & dynamic hyperinflation

• How to set ventilator parameters (I:E ratio, tidal volume, PEEP)

• The role of permissive hypercapnia and prolonged expiratory time

• Troubleshooting high peak pr...

In this comprehensive podcast, we break down heart failure—a key condition in internal medicine, cardiology, and clinical practice. Learn the essential facts about heart failure types, causes, workup, clinical presentation, diagnosis, management strategies, acute exacerbations, hospitalization, and prognosis. We also cover important topics like risk factors, diagnostic tests (e.g., BNP, echocardiogram), pharmacological treatments, ...