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July 7, 2025

Discussion on the 2025 Guidelines for the Management of ACS: Pearls f…

In this conversation, the Alert Medic 1 team is joined by the Okayest Medic Podcast host to discuss the 2025 guidelines for managing patients with acute coronary syndromes (ACS). They emphasize the importance of understanding...

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June 30, 2025

Discussing the 2025 Pediatric Updates to the Maryland EMS Protocol w/…

Mustafa Sidik sits down with Dr. Jennifer Anders to discuss recent pediatric changes in the Maryland EMS prtocols, focusing on intraosseous access techniques, updates to dexamethasone administration, the implementation of enh...

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June 13, 2025

Discussing the 2025 Maryland EMS Protocol Updates w/ Tim Chizmar, MD

Summary This conversation covers the 2025 protocol updates in Maryland EMS, focusing on significant changes in trauma care, sepsis management, alcohol withdrawal protocols, hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, submersion and ...

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June 6, 2025

The Paramedic Student Experience, Part two w/ Ben Gallagher

Mustafa Sidik sits down with paramedic student Ben Gallagher to discuss various topics related to paramedic education and EMS systems.

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May 23, 2025

The Paramedic Student Experience w/ Nelly Sypowicz & Viktor Struck

This conversation explores the experiences and insights of paramedic students at UMBC, discussing their educational journey, the importance of EMT experience, essential skills for success, and the challenges of managing stres...

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May 23, 2025

FAST25 Day 2 Recap w/ Josh & Cody

This conversation provides a detailed recap of day 2 of the FAST25 conference, highlighting key insights from various lectures. The speakers discuss the evolving landscape of emergency medicine, focusing on the effectiveness ...

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May 21, 2025

FAST25 Day 1 Recap w/ Josh & Cody

Summary This conversation reflects on the key insights and discussions from Day One of the FAST 25 conference in Lexington, Kentucky. Listen as Josh and Cody delve into various topics including the importance of patient posit...

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May 2, 2025

The Art & Science of Resuscitation Leadership w/ Mike Winters, MD

Summary In this episode, Dr. Mike Winters discusses the critical aspects of resuscitation leadership, emphasizing the importance of preparation, team dynamics, and effective communication during emergency situations. The conv...

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April 27, 2025

Special Release: Trauma Isn't Just for Jocks: A Clinician's Approach …

This is a recording of Josh Cooke's lecture at the 2025 R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center EMS Conference. Josh delves into the evolving approach to trauma care, emphasizing the importance of a clinician's perspective in man...

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April 26, 2025

Special Release: Non-Compressible Torso Hemorrhage by Cody Winniford,…

This is a recording of Cody Winniford's lecture at the 2025 R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center EMS Conference. Cody discusses the critical issue of non-compressible thoracic hemorrhage (NCTH) and its implications in trauma c...

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April 25, 2025

Shock Index #13

Summary In this engaging conversation, Mustafa Sidik and Ken Sanner explore the evolving landscape of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), discussing the implications of changing resuscitation protocols, the role of education, a...

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April 18, 2025

Bioethics & EMS w/ Brian Spoelhof, Pharm.D

Summary This conversation with Mustafa and Dr. Brian Spoelhof explores the intricate relationship between bioethics and emergency medicine, delving into personal experiences, ethical dilemmas, and the philosophical underpinni...

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