In this gripping episode of "Mind Over Medicine," we dive deep into the critical, often unseen world of cognitive bias in emergency medicine. With the clock ticking and lives in the balance, emergency room professionals make split-second decisions that can mean the difference between life and death. But what happens w…

Mechanical Ventilation and ARDS – Podcast Summary and References This is the sixth of a special podcast series on obstetric critical care.  I am joined on this series by Dr. Elizabeth Garchar, MD, FACOG.  She is an OB/GYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialist who has a particular interest in obstetric critical…

In this episode, we uncover the enigmatic world of refractory shock in prehospital trauma patients. Shock, often recognized as a critical condition, becomes even more complex when it resists conventional treatment. Join Eric as he discusses resuscitation in vasoplegic patients refractory to fluids and blood products.…

In this episode, we delve into the complexities surrounding a challenging COPD patient scenario, focusing on treatment considerations and the broader scope of mechanical ventilation management. We underscore essential lessons gleaned from this case, emphasizing the significance of adopting an obstructive approach, the…

This is the fifth of a special podcast series on obstetric critical care.  I am joined on this series by Dr. Elizabeth Garchar, MD, FACOG.  She is an OB/GYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialist who has a particular interest in obstetric critical care.  She is also unique in that she flies regularly with our cr…

Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation    This is the fourth of a special podcast series on obstetric critical care.  I am joined on this series by Dr. Elizabeth Garchar, MD, FACOG.  She is an OB/GYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialist who has a particular interest in obstetric critical care.  She is also u…

Join Eric and Will Heuser, PharmD, discussing "The Influence of Low pH on Efficacy of Critical Care Pharmacology." Changes in acid-base balance have a profound influence on many aspects of the action of drugs. This is illustrated by data on the absorption of drugs from the stomach and intestine, changes in the distri…

Since the 2012 Berlin Definition of the Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), several developments have supported the need for an expansion of the definition, including the use of high-flow nasal oxygen (HFNO), expanding the use of pulse oximetry in place of arterial blood gases, use of ultrasound for chest imag…

This is the third episode of a special podcast series on obstetric critical care.  Although I am the sole host of this podcast, the content was reviewed and edited by Dr. Elizabeth Garchar, MD, FACOG.  She is an OB/GYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialist who has a particular interest in obstetric critical car…

In this episode, Eric looks at warm fluids... or lack thereof in resuscitation. We will cover the current evidence around hypothermia in resuscitation secondary to the infusion of cold IV fluids. We discuss current strategies in warming fluids before administration in warm and cold ambient environments and the impact…

This is the second of a special podcast series on obstetric critical care.  I am joined on this series by Dr. Elizabeth Garchar, MD, FACOG.  She is an OB/GYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialist who has a particular interest in obstetric critical care.  She is also unique in that she flies regularly with our c…

This is the first of a special podcast series on obstetric critical care.  I am joined on this series by Dr. Elizabeth Garchar, MD, FACOG.  She is an OB/GYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialist who has a special interest in obstetric critical care.  She is also unique in that she flies regularly with our criti…

Calcium administration to trauma patients has become a hot topic with the rise of the “Lethal Diamond."  While evidence exists regarding the association between hypocalcemia and mortality, it remains unclear whether hypocalcemia is the problem or simply a finding secondary to critical injury.  In this podcast, Dr. Lau…

Join FlightBridgeED's new Chief Medical Director, Mike Lauria, as we launch the FlightBridgeED MDCast. Dr. Lauria will hijack these episodes for a new perspective on current topics in critical care medicine. In this episode, Dr. Lauria looks at Eric's previously published podcast [episode 224] on ASA Overdose and give…

In this podcast, Eric discusses the art of having a "Resuscitative Mindset" when performing advanced airway management with guest host Kevin Collopy. When is it ok to perform advanced airway management rapidly? Is it ever ok? When do we deploy delayed sequence strategies?  Should we always use a "Resuscitative" sequen…

In this podcast, Eric takes a look at a very difficult case of multifactorial resuscitation within ASA overdose. We dive deep into all things resuscitation and analyze factors that drive our decision-making. This takes the "acidosis rodeo podcast series to another level. Don't miss this episode! So much good stuff! Pl…

Eric is joined by Joe Hylton, a respiratory therapist, flight paramedic, and Hamilton RT, as they dive into all things Volume Control [Adaptive], ASV, and Pressure Control (Biphasic) ventilation. There are many misconceptions and questions answered within this information-packed podcast. We use the Hamilton simulator…

The "Pandemic Immunity Gap" is likely behind the massive surge in respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), with current CDC data showing a 275% increase from 2020-2021 to 2022-2023. The most vulnerable population is between 0-6 months old, which often raises the stress level for providers across all spectrums. Join Eric for…

Join Eric and Miles Dunagan, President of the National Pilots Association at AMTC ELEVATE 2022, to discuss Just Culture, safety, risk, past air medical accidents, and much more. Just culture has become the foundation for organizational learning, transparency, and the overall safety initiative within the industry we al…

In this episode, Eric is joined by Kevin Collopy at Elevate 2022 to discuss his team's recent research on TBI and 3% hypertonic saline. The conversation quickly progressed to overall resuscitation in TBI, with a focus on decision-making in airway management, ICP management, herniation, and the secondary injuries that…

This episode is a must listen. Join Eric as he sits down with an exclusive interview with American Siren author Kevin Hazzard. Do you know the true origins of emergency medical services?  This story highlights the TRUE origins of ems. A story of poverty, hope, diversity, change, success, and the forgotten. Kevin Hazz…

As healthcare providers, much of what we struggle with is not what we take with us to the scene (our equipment, medications, and techniques) it's what we take back home with us after we have helped others in the most terrible situations of their lives. We are empathetic creatures, and we share in other people's pain.…

The critical care transport industry is constantly changing, and it can be hard to keep up with the latest news and trends. FlightBridgeED has always been dedicated to providing the best education possible for our students, but we know that we can't do it alone. We need your help to continue to learn and grow as an in…

The FlightbridgeED Podcast has been taken over! Chris Meeks joins us to discuss how the devil is in the details of our RSI procedures! Tune in to learn how applying a high-flow nasal cannula can significantly improve patient outcomes and your workload! Be sure to listen to the end for a huge announcement! 

The last few years have been trying for the medical transport industry, making us wonder about the industry's future. In part 1 of this podcast series, Eric, Ashley, and Evan discuss the good and the bad of the trends happening in the industry. If you want some fun listening, just wait until you hear the outtake episo…

In the final Hangar Talk episode, Eric and Evan discuss the concept of Just Culture as part of their survey of the air medical industry. This concept is hugely divisive in the industry and is unlikely to change anytime soon. Just Culture is a large topic, and it has many dimensions. In most organizations, employees mu…

Picking up from our last episode, Eric Bauer and Evan Claunch continue their discussion. Getting a job in the air medical industry is exciting, but that shouldn't be your final destination. Critical care medicine is always evolving, and you must stay current with how things are changing in this fast-paced career. In p…

A new mini-series from FlightBridgeED! In this episode, Eric Bauer and Evan Claunch tackle a couple of difficult conversations, share some of the milestones they passed as they grew as critical care providers, and lay breadcrumbs for those seeking a path forward toward accomplishing their own goals. Nothing worth doin…

We are starting off the FAST22 Rewind series with one of the most powerful talks we have ever heard. In fact, we are still getting feedback almost two months after the conference about the positive impact this talk had. Mike Verkest pitched the idea of a presentation in which...he never spoke. Symbolically, he would t…

Pediatric patients are just tiny adults, right? Isn't that what we have always been taught? It is what was taught, but we flatly reject the concept. Why? Because we have seen the reports and results of that flawed logic and the tragic results that follow. For example, if you treat a pediatric patient with diabetic ket…