EM Basic

Join Dr. Mike Wallace and Dan McCollum as they discuss the management of patients with gastrointestinal hemorrhage.

• What is the initial management of these patients?
• Who requires blood transfusions?
• Which patients require admission to the floor or the ICU?

Pearls and pitfalls in the management of these challenging patients are discussed.  Enjoy!

Join Dr. Alex Koo as he discusses ear and nasal foreign bodies.  He'll give you a brief run-down of anatomy, history, and physical, before diving into comprehensive, key concepts of foreign body removal.  There will be some great tips and tricks shared!

-Where do foreign bodies commonly get stuck in the ear and nose?

-What important historical and physical examination features should you focus on for these foreign bodies?  What are considered dangerous objects that need immediate removal?

-What equipment and techniques can you use for helping visualize the foreign bodies?

-What techniques can you use for achieving a more cooperative patient?

-What equipment and techniques are available to extract these foreign bodies?

-What complications can happen from removal?

-Who should be referred for immediate or urgent consultation with an ENT specialist?

Join Jordan Nogle as she discusses how to deliver the very best care for possible victims of Human Trafficking.

• What are subtle signs that your patient may be a human trafficking victim?
• What is your initial approach?
• How can you give your patient multiple options on how to proceed?
• What resources can you use?

Join Jordan as she discusses this and much more!