Maimo EM Pearls Podcast

12/4/24 - ID Block Pt. 2 - CNS/Spinal, STIs, HIV/AIDS with Dr. Kelsey Clayman

In this episode of the Maimonides emergency medicine pearls podcast, Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Kelsey Clayman discuss highlights from their recent resident conference. They cover a morbidity and mortality case on lithium toxicity in a non-verbal patient, emphasizing the importance of thorough medication reviews. Small group sessions included topics such as differentials for back pain, with a focus on spinal epidural abscesses, and a Jeopardy! game on CNS infections, highlighting meningitis statistics and treatment nuances. Dr. Luke Weber reviewed HIV/AIDS prophylaxis, stressing the significance of PrEP and PEP, and Dr. Blair Dozois gave an extensive lecture on STIs, covering treatment protocols and notable symptoms for various infections. The session ends with essential takeaways on hepatitis risks and vaccination advice.

11/27/24 ID Block and some Ophtho with Dr. Kelsey Clayman

Join Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Kelsey Clayman, PGY-3 at Maimonides, as they discuss this week's highlights from the Maimo EM conference. Key topics include analyzing a pediatric head trauma case, sepsis management, viral illnesses, acute angle closure glaucoma, and travel-related diseases. Plus, get insights into stress coping mechanisms for residents and important documentation tips for emergency physicians.

11/6/24 Trauma Block: Spinal & Pelvic Fractures, & Neurogenic Shock

The second episode of the Maimo EM Pearls podcast, hosted by Chris Reilly along with co-hosts Courtney Chiu and Hannah Blakely, explores key learnings from a recent morbidity and mortality (M&M) lecture with a focus on anchoring bias. The episode also covers small group discussions led by Nathan Zapolsky on pelvic fractures, including imaging and treatment techniques, as well as  Luke Weber and CJ Bassig Santos's lectures on unstable cervical spine injuries and neurogenic shock. Detailed explanations of various C-spine fractures and the mnemonic for remembering them, as well as the importance of meticulous documentation in trauma cases, are provided.

10/30/24 Trauma Block: Head, Facial and Neck Trauma

The first episode of the Maimo EM Pearls podcast, hosted by Chris Reilly and chief resident Courtney Chiu, covers various topics in trauma. They discuss the experience of Maimonides Emergency Medicine Residency Program, handling patient management in emergency departments, and the importance of communication in patient boarding situations. The episode also delves into medical pearls from recent conferences, including the management of traumatic brain injuries, facial trauma, and penetrating neck trauma. Specific details shared include techniques for treating brain bleeds, facial lacerations, auricular hematomas, and various forms of trauma, along with the clinical approach and treatment protocols for these conditions.

The "Why?" Behind the Maimo EM Podcast

The Maimo EM Pearls podcast aims to help residents and attendings catch up on the weekly Maimonides Emergency Medicine Residency conference content. The resident conference line up typically starts off with a morbidity and mortality lecture, then topic-based small groups with a simulation-based small group (when in person), then overarching topic resident lectures, and lastly various other lectures in the final hour. The podcast reviews essential insights from these conferences. Thanks for joining!