The Critical Care Commute Podcast is grateful for your ears, insights and feedback. In return its hosts- Peter Brindley and Leon Byker, two ICU doctors in Alberta, Canada- offer up knowledge and debate with some of the most qualified, interesting, enlightened and provocative folks in Critical Care Medicine, and beyond. We strive to keep it practical and concise. Like you, our overriding goal is to get better, do better and feel better.
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Critical Care in Australasia: A Past Presidential Address and a Devil of a Good Time Expected in Tasmania
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In this episode, Peter Brindley and Leon Byker sit down with Dr. Rob Bevan, immediate past president of the College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM) and Critical Care Director at Auckland City Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand. Dr. Bevan shares his journey through leadership in intensive care, the role of intensive care colleges, and the evolution o…
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Coping with dying and saying what needs to be heard: Elliot Sprague
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Coping with dying and saying what needs to be heard: Elliot Sprague Introduction:In this emotional episode, Peter Brindley, Leon Byker, and Elliot Sprague revisit Elliot’s journey with metastatic cancer, a year after his initial appearance on the podcast, Elliot reflects on the impact of living with a terminal illness, sharing life lessons, and off…
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Ferguson and Scales on Research and Conferences
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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Damon Scales and Dr. Niall Ferguson at the Canadian Critical Care Forum. We dive into a little bit of ARDS and spend a whole lot of time talking about the evolving landscape of conferences and critical care research. Tune in for insights from two leaders in the field!…
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Obstetric ICU: A primer for the acute care doctor and nurse.
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Join us as Prof. Stephen Lapinski answers our questions on Obstetric critical care. Stephen Lapinsky is Director of the Intensive Care Unit at Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto and Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto. He graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, and trained in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine.…
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Professor Charlotte Summers: ARDS, Research and Life.
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Join us as we discuss ARDS, Research and balancing life as a researcher with Professor Charlotte summers, Director of the Heart and Lung Research Institute (HLRI).
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Medical Assistance in Dying: Your Questions Answered... Maybe... Hopefully!
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Join James Downar Head of Palliative and End of Life Care and a Critical Care Doc in Ottawa. He has walked the walk on this topic since before its introduction in Canada. Nobody is better qualified to discuss this thorny topic.
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Building your Ultrasound Skills: Bigger, Better, Buchanan!
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Join Brian Buchanan, Associate Professor and ultrasound guru, for a dose of iconoclasm and provocation. Recorded at the Critical Care Canada Forum in Toronto, and following a 2024 JICS publication by Brindley et al.
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From Lab to Bedside: Former NEJM Editor Jeff Drazen on Making Research Clinically Relevant
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Thank you for your patience! After a short break, we are back with a delightful interview with Dr. Jeff Drazen, the esteemed former Editor-in-Chief of the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM). In this episode, we explore the critical journey of transforming medical research into practical, patient-and-family centered care. We emphasize the import…
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Mind Matters: Exploring Simulation, Stoicism and Cognitive Science with Dr Dan Howes.
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Welcome to the Critical Care Commute Podcast! In this episode, we have the honor of hosting Dr. Dan Howes. Dr. Howes is a Professor in the Departments of Critical Care Medicine and Emergency Medicine. He is the founder and director of the Kingston Resuscitation Institute and initiated the first Fellowship in Resuscitation and Reanimation through th…
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We return to our Canadian Critical Care Forum series with this episode. In this episode, we delve into the world of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) with Dr. Eddy Fan, a leading expert in critical care and ECMO specialist. Eddy Fan is an associate professor in the Interdepartmental Division of Critical Care Medicine and the Institute of H…
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Critical Care Without Borders: Dr Rob Fowler.
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We take a quick break from our Canada Critical Care Forum series, for a special episode. We had the privilege of hosting Dr. Rob Fowler, visiting professor at the University of Alberta as part of the Dr. Noel Gibney lecture series. Dr. Fowler is a critical care physician and Tory Trauma Program Chief at Sunnybrook Hospital and Chair of the Canadian…
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Inside the COVID Command Centre with Dr Andrew Baker
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In this episode, join us for an in-depth conversation with Dr. Andrew Baker, as he reflects on his time as the incident Commander of the Ontario Critical Care COVID Command Centre, during the COVID pandemic. Dr. Baker offers a firsthand account of the establishment and operation of this crucial hub in the battle against the pandemic, highlighting t…
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Atrial Fibrillation in the ICU - Dr Stephanie Sibley
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Welcome to our latest episode, recorded live at the Critical Care Forum in Canada. We're joined by Dr. Stephanie Sibley and Dr. Michal Cwhalek, a Critical Care Trainee, to discuss Atrial Fibrillation, the most commonly sustained cardiac arrhythmia in critical care. Dr Stephanie Sibley is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Critical Care Med…
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Talking A.I. with Drs. Shelly Dev and David Maslove.
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Welcome to the 2nd episode in our Critical Care Forum Canada 2023 podcast series, where we interview leading Canadian experts. In this episode, we explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and critical care medicine with Dr. Shelly Dev and David Maslove, recorded after a panel discussion held at the Conference in Toronto. Dr Dev is no str…
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Dr Hannah Wunsch: Lessons from Polio
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of our podcast series, recorded live at the Critical Care Canada Forum meeting of 2023. In our first episode, we are again joined by the esteemed Dr. Hannah Wunsch, expert in critical care medicine with a keen interest in the historical lessons we can glean from medical breakthroughs of the past. Today, we will cont…
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Preserving Antibiotics for Tomorrow: A Conversation with Dame Sally Davies
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Welcome to our first episode of season three! We are kicking off with what is probably one of the most important topics to be discussed in modern medicine today: The rational use of antibiotics. In this episode, we have the honor of hosting Dame Sally Davies, a renowned figure in global public health and former Chief Medical Officer for England. Da…
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Resilient Healthcare Systems and Patient Safety with Dr Neil Spenceley
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In our latest episode, we sat down with Dr. Neil Spenceley, pediatric intensivist and Safety expert. Listen as Dr. Spenceley unpacks safety and proposes a shift from a binary safety approach (safety 1 and safety 2) to resilient engineering and system performance. Dr. Neil emphasizes the holistic view encompassing efficiency, efficacy, safety, and s…
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Decoding Neuroprognostication with Dr. Julie Kromm
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Welcome to our next episode! In this episode, we again delve into the world of neuroprognostication with none other than Dr. Julie Kromm. Dr Kromm is a neurointensivist, who brings a wealth of expertise to the table and was one of the authors on the Canadian Position Statement for Neuro Prognostication after cardiac arrest. Neuroprognostication is …
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Elliot Sprague: The Internist's Internist. Being a Cancer Thriver.
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Welcome to another episode of "The Critical Care Commute" podcast! In this episode, Peter Brindley and Leon Byker sit down with special guest Elliot Sprague. Elliot Sprague is an internist known for his unique perspective on healthcare and his remarkable journey through a recent health challenge. In this episode, Elliot reflects on the shock of bei…
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The Healthy Exchange: Navigating Healthcare Communication with Andre Picard
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Welcome to the Critical Care Commute Podcast, as we delve into the world of healthcare communication with one of the most esteemed voices in the field – Andre Picard. Andre Picard, a renowned health columnist for The Globe and Mail, brings his wealth of knowledge and experience, providing insights into the vital role that effective communication pl…
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Difficult Airway Cases: Letting the panel take us through scenarios.
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Welcome back to our second podcast from sunny San Diego! Stay classy, San Diego! Peter and Leon are again joined by Matteo, Jarrod, and Calvin for rapid fire cases! In this episode they discuss approaches to: Rapid Fire Scenario 1 - Tracheostomy tube displacement. Rapid Fire Scenario 2 - Hypoxemic patient going into Cardiac arrest Topicalization Te…
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The Difficult Airway: Panel discussion with Faculty
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In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting three luminaries in the field of airway management: Drs. Jarrod Mosier, Calvin Brown, and Matteo Parotto. As distinguished leaders from the Difficult Airway Course, they bring incredible insights to managing the acute care airway. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a healthcare enthusiast, th…
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Chris Nickson from Life in the Fast Lane: "Are we training intensivists for the future?"
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Welcome to the Critical Care Commute Podcast! In today's episode, we delve into the field medical education. Joining us is Dr. Chris Nickson, to explore the question: "Are we training intensivists for the future?" As advancements in medical technology and our understanding of critical care continue to evolve, it's essential to assess whether our cu…
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Interview with Dr Alika Lafontaine, past president of the Canadian Medical Association.
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Welcome to the Critical Care Commute Podcast! In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by Dr. Alika Lafontaine, a trailblazing physician, advocate, and leader in Canadian healthcare. Dr. Lafontaine is not only a prominent anesthesiologist and physician leader, but also an influential voice in championing Indigenous perspectives within the bro…
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Prof. David Menon on Lessons in Traumatic Brain Injury and Neuro Critical Care.
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In the grand finale of our "State of the Art 2023" series, we delve into the field of Neuro Critical Care research. We had the privilege of sitting down with renowned Professor David Menon, a leading authority in Neuro Intensive Care. Don't miss this final episode in our series, where we journey into learning lessons from large collaborations. This…
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Trials, Sepsis and some COVID with Prof. Mervyn Singer and Dr. Martin Beed
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Here it is! The penultimate episode in our "State of the Art" series. Join Peter and distinguished guests, Prof. Mervyn Singer and Dr. Martin Beed as they discuss the world of sepsis and the impact of COVID-19 on ICU trials.
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Neuro Intensive Care with Dr Ronan O'Leary
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Welcome to another episode in our "State of the Art" series. We are joined by Dr Ronan O'Leary, Consultant and Specialty Lead in Neurosciences and Trauma Critical Care at Cambridge University. Dr. O'Leary brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, making him the perfect guide for our journey through this fascinating and often life-ch…
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Getting it Right the First Time: Lessons in Critical Care from Dr. Anna Batchelor
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Welcome to the Critical Care Commute, the podcast where we explore the ever-evolving world of critical care medicine, one conversation at a time. In this episode, we're honored to have a distinguished guest who has dedicated her career to getting it right the first time in critical care. Joining us is Dr. Anna Batchelor, an expert in the field with…
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Advanced Cardiac Life Support with Prof. Jerry Nolan.
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Welcome back to the Critical Care Commute as we continue our “State of the Art 2023” series. In today's episode, we have a distinguished guest who needs no introduction in the field of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Joining us today is Professor Jerry Nolan, a renowned expert and thought leader in resuscitation science and ACLS guidelines. J…
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The COVID Experience in Birmingham and the Post COVID syndrome with Dr Nandy Gautam.
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We are back with our "State of the Art" series! Join us as we talk to Dr. Nandy Gautam on the COVID experience in Birmingham, UK, and the Post-COVID syndrome. Dr. Gautam is a specialist physician and ICU consultant at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, UK. In this episode, he takes us through his COVID experience working in this very busy Ce…
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Talking about End of Life with Dr Blair Bigham
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Join us as we take a brief break from our State of the Art series as we speak to Dr. Blair Bigham about death and the complexities that life sustaining therapies bring when there is dwindling hope. Blair is an award-winning journalist, scientist and physician who trained in emergency and critical care medicine at McMaster and Stanford Universities.…
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Sustainability with Prof. Hugh Montgomery.
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Join us on our next podcast in the "State of the Art" series, as we delve into the realm of sustainability and climate change, guided by the wisdom and insights of Professor Hugh Montgomery. In this podcast, Professor Hugh Montgomery challenge us to think critically, act responsibly, and embrace the urgent imperative of creating a sustainable and r…
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Prof. Danny McAuley: ARDS, from old friends to new horizons.
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Welcome to another episode in our "State of the Art Series". In this episode, we have the privilege of delving into the world of ARDS with a true pioneer in the field. Join us as we sit down with Professor Danny McAuley to unravel the complexities of ARDS – from its underlying mechanisms to the latest advancements in diagnosis and treatment. Profes…
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Join us on this episode as Dr. Laura Vincent discusses what a good day looks like , for ICU staff. Dr. Vincent is a Consultant in Critical Care and Anaesthesia at Oxford University Hospitals (OUH). She is the simulation and education lead for critical care at OUH and is passionate about multi-disciplinary medical education, with particular focus on…
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Comparative Physiology with Dr Matt Morgan.
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In this episode we welcome back good friend, Dr. Matt Morgan. Dr. Morgan is a Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine at the University Hospital of Wales, UK and The Royal Perth Hospital, Australia. He is an adjunct Clinical Professor at Curtin University, an Honorary Senior Research Fellow at Cardiff University and regular columnist at the BMJ. In h…
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Hypoxemia with a Normal Chest X-Ray... and on being bothered! Prof Hugh Montgomery and Dr. Jessica Sullivan
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In this episode, we are joined by Professor Hugh Montgomery, leading expert in intensive care medicine, and Dr Jessica Sullivan, Anaesthetic/ITU Registrar. Listen as they share their insights on a challenging clinical scenario: hypoxemia with a normal chest X-ray. What are the pitfalls and pearls of managing hypoxemia with a normal chest X-ray? How…
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Focused Ultrasound in Intensive Care (FUSIC) with Drs. Marcus Peck and Jonny Wilkinson
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Welcome to our next podcast in the "State of the Art 23" series. Listen as we talk POCUS and all things Focused Ultrasound for Intensive Care (FUSIC). In this episode, we hare joined by awesome guests: Dr. Marcus Peck, a consultant in anaesthesia and intensive care medicine at Frimley Park Hospital and sits on the board of the Intensive Care Societ…
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Prof. Dan Martin on being Editor-in-Chief of JICS and Oxygen Extremes.
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Professor Dan Martin is one busy, productive, chap. This Consultant in anaesthesia and intensive care is also the Editor-in-chief for the journal JICS. His research focuses on how we adapt to low oxygen and the harm from excessive oxygen. This has included several expeditions with the Xtreme Everest team. He is the chief investigator for the UK-ROX…
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Breaking Bad News as a Shakespearean Tragedy - Dr Dale Gardiner.
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Welcome to our second episode in our "State of the Art 2023" series, recorded live in Birmingham, UK. In this episode, Dr Dale Gardiner shares his experience in leading UK ICU teaching in breaking bad news - including a structured approach which they call ‘Breaking bad news as a Shakespearean tragedy’. Dr Dale Gardiner is the Associate Medical Dire…
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Devastating Brain Injury - Dr Dan Harvey
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Welcome to our "State of the Art 2023 Congress Series," recorded live in Birmingham, UK! We are absolutely thrilled to bring you the first installment of our podcast series, where we dive deep into groundbreaking topics and innovations discussed right here at this conference. As we embark on this podcast series, we aim to bring you captivating conv…
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Prof. John Myburgh talks Fluids, Catecholamines, South Africa and a little bit of Research.
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In this episode, we have the honor of speaking with Professor John Myburgh, a former South African physician and researcher who has dedicated his life to improving the field of critical care medicine. Professor Myburgh has made significant contributions to the field of fluid resuscitation, catecholamines, and microbiomes. In this episode, we will b…
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Deep Breathe: Artificial Intelligence in the ICU with Dr Rob Arntfield
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Dr. Robert Arntfield is an esteemed physician and researcher based in Canada who has made significant contributions to the field of critical care medicine. His expertise in cardiorespiratory physiology and resuscitation has led him to develop innovative approaches to patient care, including the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. In …
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Dr. Dustin Anderson, Neurointensivist, talks Anti NMDA receptor encephalitis and ICU EEG.
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Join us as we talk to the ridiculously talented Dr. Dustin Anderson, Neurointensivist from the University Hospital in Edmonton, Canada, as he unpacks anti-NMDA encephalitis and the EEG in the ICU. Dr. Anderson completed his undergraduate training in electrical engineering (UBC) and biochemistry (SFU). Thereafter, he completed the MD/PhD program at …
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All Things Liver with Prof. Dean Karvellas
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Welcome to the Critical Care Commute "Liver" podcast, where we explore all things liver with leading expert, Professor Dean Karvellas, Professor of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology (Liver Unit) and the Department of Critical Care at the University of Alberta, Canada. In this podcast, he shares his insights and expertise on a wide range of ICU…
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Putting the Trial on Trial with Prof. Simon Finfer.
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Putting the trial on trial? Not really, but join us and the ludicrously accomplished Prof Simon Finfer (with special guest appearances by his beloved dogs) for this review of all things Clinical Trial. Why we need them, how to design them, what they tell us and what they don't. Professor Simon Finfer works at Sydney's George Institute, Royal North …
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The Critical Care Review: Listen in or log in, you'll be glad you did!
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Dr Rob Mac Sweeney is an Intensivist at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast, and the lead organizer for the Critical Care Review, both the website and conference. 2023's conference is June 14-16, and streamed from the Titanic Centre in Belfast. Join us as Dr. Mac Sweeney explains what makes this meeting one of the top conferences in Critical Car…
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The Autumn Ghost with Dr. Hannah Wunsch
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Welcome to this episode featuring Dr. Hannah Wunsch, Professor of Anaesthesia and Critical Care Medicine and now published author of her debut book, The Autumn Ghost. In this episode, we explore the story behind Dr. Wunsch's book, the inspiration for its creation, and the message she hopes to convey to readers. The Autumn Ghost is a captivating lit…
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Life, Death and the Bridges in Between - Part II, with Dr Sam Shemie.
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Dr. Sam Shemie is a world-renowned expert in the field of critical care and the determination of brain death. He is a pediatric critical care physician and a professor of Pediatrics and Critical Care Medicine at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. Dr. Shemie is also the founder and director of the Canadian Donation and Transplantation Research P…
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Life, Death and the Bridges in Between - Part I, with Dr Sam Shemie.
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Dr. Sam Shemie is a highly respected expert in the field of critical care medicine. He is a pediatric critical care physician (our first peaditric critical care specialist on the podcast) and a professor of Pediatrics at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. Dr. Shemie has dedicated his career to improving the care of critically ill patients, part…
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Vaccines are for adults too! A multidisciplinary guide to pneumococcal jabs with Dr. Robyn Harrison.
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Dr Robyn Harrison is a clinical professor in infectious diseases at the University of Alberta, Canada, and the vice-chair of NACI (the National Advisory Committee on Immunization). She joins us for a topical chat to coincide with new guidelines, and to explore what we can ALL do to keep our patients safer from one of the ICUs biggest issues: that d…
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