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294. Emergency Medicine Intern Year: Tips Every New EM Resident Should Know14 sept. 202600:24:27

Starting emergency medicine residency can feel like drinking from a fire hose. In this episode, we share practical advice for early intern year—from seeing and presenting patients efficiently to calling consultants, staying organized, asking for help, and becoming a stronger emergency physician.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Husain, Iltifat. 294. EM Intern Year: Tips Every New EM Resident Should Know. September 13, 2026. Accessed [date].

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293. Testicular Torsion and Tension Pneumothorax: Treat Before Imaging01 sept. 202600:19:47

Testicular torsion and tension pneumothorax are two classic emergency medicine diagnoses where waiting for another test can cause harm. In this Immediate Action episode, we review when to stop imaging and start treating.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 293. Testicular Torsion and Tension Pneumothorax: treat before imaging. September 1, 2026. Accessed [date].

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292. VT vs SVT With Aberrancy: Stop Debating Wide-Complex Tachycardia? 17 août 202600:18:08

VT vs SVT with aberrancy is one of the classic EKG debates in emergency medicine...but honestly the debate itself is the problem. In this episode, we simplify the approach. Let's talk why one diagnosis should remain at the top of your differential, why a stable patient can absolutely still be in VT, and which EKG findings can make the diagnosis much easier. Also, we have a MEGA announcement regarding a new way of CME here at EMBB!

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Husain, Iltifat. 292. VT vs SVT With Aberrancy: Stop Debating Wide-Complex Tachycardia? Accessed [date].

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291. Non-Accidental Trauma: Recognizing Child Abuse Before It’s Missed27 juil. 202600:18:19

A bruise may be harmless—or it may be the first visible sign of serious child abuse. In this episode, we review non-accidental trauma in the ED, including the historical clues, physical examination findings, injury patterns, and inconsistencies that should raise concern for abuse. Special thanks to Nicole Kopel, MD from the University of Cincinnati Emergency Medicine Residency, who researched and wrote the script for this episode.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Kopel, Nicole; Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 291. Non-Accidental Trauma: Recognizing Child Abuse Before It’s Missed. Accessed [date].

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290. Should every ED cirrhosis patient get a paracentesis?12 juil. 202600:24:58

A cirrhotic patient with ascites presents confused—but no fever or abdominal pain. Should you just treat hepatic encephalopathy, or are you missing spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP)? In this episode of EM Board Bombs, we review when diagnostic paracentesis is indicated, why ammonia levels are often misleading, the diagnosis and evidence-based management of SBP in the ED.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Husain, Iltifat. 290. Should every ED cirrhosis patient get a paracentesis? Accessed [date].

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289. Radiation Poisoning in the ED: Recognition and Management29 juin 202600:03:59

What should you do when a patient presents after radiation exposure?

In this episode of EM Board Bombs, filmed on location at White Sands National Park, we review the emergency department approach to acute radiation syndrome (ARS), including exposure assessment, decontamination, diagnosis, laboratory monitoring, and lifesaving treatment.

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Cite this podcast as: Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 289. Radiation Poisoning: Emergency Medicine Review. Accessed [date].

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288. Managing Mild Traumatic Brain Injury in the ED15 juin 202600:27:03

Managing mild traumatic brain injury can be challenging in the ED. Which patients need admission? Who requires repeat imaging? And who can safely go home without any imaging? In this episode, we welcome Dr. Jeff Cloyd, Medical Director of UT LIFESTAR, to discuss the Modified Brain Injury Guidelines (mBIG) and how they help emergency physicians risk stratify patients with mild traumatic brain injury and traumatic intracranial hemorrhage.

We also discuss the upcoming UT LIFESTAR Emergency & Trauma Symposium on August 19, featuring cutting-edge trauma and emergency medicine education.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Cloyd, Jeff. 288. Managing Mild Traumatic Brain Injury in the ED. Accessed [date].

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287. Critical Decision Moments in EM: When the Right Answer Is Act Now07 juin 202600:18:39

Sometimes in EM, less thinking is a good thing. It's one of the most important concepts in EM board preparation: recognizing when immediate action is required before additional testing.

Through high-yield board-style cases, we review common exam traps and the critical interventions that should never be delayed. Whether you’re preparing for ABEM boards, in-training exams, or simply want to sharpen your emergency medicine decision-making, this episode focuses on the moments where acting quickly changes patient outcomes...for real.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 287. Critical Decision moments in EM: when the right answer is act now. Accessed [date].

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286. The PE ECG Finding Everyone Memorizes… But Gets Wrong25 mai 202600:10:28

Pulmonary embolism ECG findings are one of the most commonly tested Emergency Medicine board topics — and one of the easiest places to get tricked. Let's quickly cover what is the right answer on boards, and how in real life there is an even better option.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 286. The PE ECG Finding Everyone Memorizes… But Gets Wrong. Accessed [date].

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285. How to Treat Intractable Nausea and Vomiting Like a Boss: Rapid Bombs Preview11 mai 202600:11:22

In this special Rapid Bombs Premium preview, we’re talking about how to treat intractable nausea and vomiting in the ED like a boss.

This episode gives you a taste of the Rapid Bombs format: fast, practical, high-yield EM teaching built for boards, residency, and real-life clinical decision-making. We’ll walk through key treatment options, antiemetic strategy, common pitfalls, and what to think about when the usual “Zofran and fluids” approach is not cutting it.

We’re also dropping details for our SAEM26 Atlanta meet-and-greet:

Tuesday, 5/19
12–2 PM
Jittery Joe’s at the Ritz-Carlton
Atlanta, GA

Come hang out with us, say hello, talk EM, and grab some EM Board Bombs / Rapid Bombs merch while it lasts.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? ⁠⁠⁠Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here⁠⁠⁠

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 285. How to Treat Intractable Nausea and Vomiting Like a Boss. Accessed [date].

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284. Airway Superiority: 5 RSI pitfalls every EM clinician should avoid04 mai 202600:24:15

Let's talk airway superiority. Rapid sequence intubation is not just “push the meds and pass the tube.” In this episode, we break down 5 RSI pitfalls in emergency medicine that can derail an emergency airway — from poor preoxygenation and peri-intubation hypotension to medication errors, lack of backup planning, and missed post-intubation priorities.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? ⁠⁠⁠Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here⁠⁠⁠

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 284. 5 RSI pitfalls every EM clinician should avoid. Accessed [date].

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283. Necrotizing Fasciitis vs Cellulitis: Subtle Clues You Can’t Miss in the ED20 avr. 202600:20:16

Distinguishing sneaky necrotizing fasciitis from cellulitis can be very difficult, especially early on. Let's talk high-yield, subtle clinical clues, red flags, and decision-making strategies every emergency clinician must know. 

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 283. Nec Fas vs cellulitis. Accessed [date].

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282. EM Pharmacy Pearls: High-Yield Drug Tips Every EM Doctor Must Know13 avr. 202600:37:58

In this high-yield collaboration, we team up with ED pharmacist @lilpharma2026 to break down essential emergency medicine pharmacy pearls you need for both boards and real-world practice. Is Sux really that evil? What are your go-to meds post intubation? And is adenosine finally dead?

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Briscoe, Abbi. 282. EM Pharmacy Pearls. Accessed [date].

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281. Status Epilepticus: What to Do When Seizures Won’t Stop31 mars 202600:17:58

Status epilepticus sounds like a Harry Pottery spell, but is actually a neurologic emergency. It requires rapid recognition and immediate intervention to prevent permanent brain injury and death. In this episode, we break down the step-by-step management of seizures that won’t stop. This is a quick refresher with the latest evidence- also what you will be tested on.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 281. Status Epilepticus: what to do when seizures won’t stop. Accessed [date].

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280. 5 EM Pitfalls You’ll Wish You Knew Earlier08 mars 202600:13:39

In this episode, we break down 5 rapid-fire emergency medicine pearls that are high-yield for both ABEM board preparation and real-world ED practice. These are quick clinical insights and you will walk away wishing you knew them before your last shift. Serious FOMO, we promise.

Bonus Content: We also recorded five additional rapid EM pearls exclusively for Rapid Bombs premium subscribers, available only on the premium podcast feed. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? ⁠⁠⁠Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here⁠⁠⁠

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 280. 5 EM pitfalls you wish you knew earlier. Accessed [date].

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279. ICU Pearls Every Em Doc Should Know (Part 2)23 févr. 202600:13:24

You wanted more?? In Part 2 of our ICU Pearls series with renowned EM/Critical Care physician Dr. Haney Mallemat (@criticalcarenow), we move beyond the basics and dive into high-impact critical care strategies every emergency physician should know. These are the practical, real-world ICU concepts that change outcomes — and that often get missed during the transition from the ED to the ICU.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Mallemat, Haney. 279. ICU Pearls Every EM Doc Should Know (Part 2). Accessed [date].

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278. ICU Pearls Every EM Doc Should Know (Part 1)17 févr. 202600:19:52

What are the low-hanging ICU pearls that every emergency physician should know?

In Part 1 of this high-yield series, we sit down with renowned EM/Critical Care physician Dr. Haney Mallemat (@criticalcarenow) to break down practical, immediately applicable critical care insights for the ED. We focus on the simple decisions that make a massive difference before the patient ever reaches the ICU. One of these pearls is so easy to do, it involves a simple bedside maneuver!

This episode is packed with actionable clinical pearls you can apply on your very next shift.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Mallemat, Haney. 278. ICU Pearls Every EM Doc Should Know (Part 1). Accessed [date].

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277. Lightning Strikes: Emergency Management & Myths09 févr. 202600:07:51

Yes, lightning strikes are rare, but when they happen, they’re high-stakes and it’s high-yield for boards. Recorded live from the Grand Canyon National Park, this episode breaks down the emergency evaluation and management of lightning strike injuries, including classic myths, unique pathophysiology, ECG findings, and lifesaving priorities in the ED.

We cover why lightning victims may look dead but aren’t, when to worry about arrhythmias, how lightning differs from high-voltage electrical injuries, and the critical board-relevant pearls every emergency clinician should know.

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Cite this podcast as: Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 277. Lightning strikes: emergency management and myths. Accessed [date].

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276. How to reimplant an Avulsed Tooth02 févr. 202600:18:39

Time is tooth.

Look around. Can anyone else reimplant a tooth like you can (besides a dentist)? You are the emergency dentist. In this episode, we break down tooth avulsion management in the ED, focusing on when to reimplant a tooth at the bedside and how to do it correctly. We cover the step-by-step reimplantation process, splinting options you can actually pull off in the ED, and the mistakes that cost patients their teeth (and board exam points).

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? ⁠⁠⁠Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here⁠⁠⁠

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 276. How to reimplant an Avulsed Tooth in the ED. Accessed [date].

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275. Tox & Cardiology Traps That Kill27 janv. 202600:18:49

Normal labs. Normal vitals. Normal-looking patients — and catastrophic misses.

In this Rapid Bombs–style episode, we break down five classic Emergency Medicine traps that routinely fool learners and practicing clinicians. These are the questions the boards love and the mistakes the ED punishes.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Husain. 275. Tox & Cardiology Traps That Kill. Accessed [date].

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274. Diverticulitis: Outpatient Management Without Antibiotics (Part 2)12 janv. 202600:16:37

In Part 2 of this topic on diverticulitis, we cover risk stratification, red flags, and when antibiotics are appropriate. Learn how to safely discharge diverticulitis patients without antibiotics, counsel them effectively, and avoid common medico-legal pitfalls. This is outpatient diverticulitis management the way boards (and modern practice) expect it.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Husain, Iltifat, Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 274. Diverticulitis: Outpatient Management Without Antibiotics (Part 2). Accessed [date].

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273. Diverticulitis: When NOT to Give Antibiotics (Part 1)05 janv. 202600:17:10

For years, antibiotics were automatic for diverticulitis—but the evidence has changed. So has the Board exam. In Part 1, we break down uncomplicated diverticulitis, why most outpatient cases don’t need antibiotics, and how to confidently manage these patients without over-treatment. If you’re still reflexively reaching for ciprofloxacin and metronidazole, this episode will blow your mind.

272. Holiday Heart: Who You Can Actually Cardiovert in the ED24 nov. 202500:19:02

Holiday Heart Syndrome is back for the season—and so are the AFib patients who swear they “only had a few drinks.” In this high-yield episode, we break down exactly who you can cardiovert safely in the ED. Learn the real <48-hour rule, how stroke risk actually changes the decision, and why holiday-triggered AFib is often the best rhythm to fix quickly. Fast pearls, no fluff, pure ED mastery.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 271. Nov 10th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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271. PECARN Pediatric Head Trauma — When to CT Kids with Head Injury10 nov. 202500:19:14

CT or not CT? That is the PECARN question. Quick hits on when to scan (and when to save that kid from a lifetime of unnecessary radiation).

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 271. Nov 10th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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270. Hypoglycemia- you're not you when you're hungry29 oct. 202500:23:00

Hypoglycemia can mimic anything — from altered mental status to stroke. In this episode, we break down how to recognize, treat, and prevent rebound hypoglycemia in the ED. Learn the key pitfalls, IV vs oral glucose strategies, and when to think beyond insulin.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? ⁠Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here⁠

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Husain, iltifat. 270. Hypoglycemia- you're not you when you're hungry. Oct 28th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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269. Pneumonia Tx- Simplified. 13 oct. 202500:08:57

This is Part 2 of our special on PNA. Do all admitted pneumonia patients need IV antibiotics? What if they ate kale chips on arrival? In Part 2, we break down IV vs PO data, inpatient CAP regimens, when to cover for MRSA and Pseudomonas, and how to distinguish hospital-acquired from community-acquired pneumonia.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? ⁠Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here⁠

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Husain, iltifat. 269. CAP Simplified. Oct 13th, 2025. Accessed [date].

268. Kale Chips and CAP: Outpatient Pneumonia Treatment- Part 106 oct. 202500:17:38

**This is Part 1 of a 2 part episode**. Your patient believes antibiotics are a conspiracy. But you just diagnosed him with community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). In Part 1, we cover outpatient antibiotic choices, resistance trends, ED decision tools, and why his “wellness spa” doesn’t change your diagnosis.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? ⁠Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here⁠

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Husain, Iltifat. 268. Kale Chips and CAP. Oct 6th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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267. Crashing Asthmatic: ED Management That Saves Lives29 sept. 202500:14:42

When wheezing goes silent, things get real. Let's do a rapid-fire breakdown of how to manage life-threatening asthma in the ED — with pearls that might just save a life. Vent settings, epi hacks, ketamine tricks, and more in under 15 minutes.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? ⁠Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here⁠

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 267. Crashing Asthmatic: ED Management That Saves Lives. Sep 29th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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266. Spinal Epidural Abscess... with a twist15 sept. 202500:21:03

A 56-year-old with a punch card’s worth of back pain visits shows up again. Half the time he gets an MRI, the other half he gets Tylenol and a pat on the back. Today, though, there’s a twist—maybe some new weakness. Is this just another routine shift… or the epidural abscess we’ve all been dreading? Tune in as we cut through the noise and break down what to actually do next.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Husain, Iltifat. 266. Spinal Epidural Abscess. Sep 15th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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265. Beta Blocker Overdose: There's only one real antidote01 sept. 202500:12:54

This is not your grandma's insulin. You need to know how to treat beta blocker overdose- flawlessly. Let's talk first-line antidotes, and life-saving interventions.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? ⁠Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here⁠

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Husain, Iltifat. 265. Beta Blocker Overdose: There's only one real antidote. Sep 1st, 2025. Accessed [date].

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264. How to not miss a Beta Blocker Overdose in the ED25 août 202500:17:43

This week we chat about a scary OD that honestly we are surprised isn't more common given the incidence of this medication in society. Let's learn how to recognize and diagnose beta blocker overdose. Key signs, symptoms, and ED evaluation for this life-threatening toxicology emergency.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Husain, Iltifat. 264. How not to miss a Beta Blocker Overdose in the ED. August 25th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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263. SCAPE in the ED: Rapid Recognition and Management19 août 202500:10:43

Let’s review the CLASSIC case of Sympathetic Crashing Acute Pulmonary Edema (SCAPE) in the ED with high-yield EM treatment strategy. This plan will make your patient better in <20 minutes. 

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 263. SCAPE in the ED: Rapid Recognition and management. August 19th, 2025. Accessed [date].

PALS in the ED: What Every EM Doc Needs to Know28 juil. 202500:19:32

In this episode we dive into what a labubu is (Blake still doesn't really know). Also we plan to master key PALS concepts for emergency medicine with this high-yield episode. Perfect for board prep and real-world pediatric codes.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 262. PALS in the ED: What Every EM Doc Needs to Know. July 28th, 2025. Accessed [date].

261. Lateral Canthotomy in the ED: Time is Retina!14 juil. 202500:09:11

Learn when and how to perform a lateral canthotomy to prevent blindness in orbital compartment syndrome. A must-know emergency procedure for every EM physician.

Join us in Knoxville, TN August 20 for the UT Emergency & Trauma Symposium. EM Board Bombs is sponsoring! Register here: utmedicalcenter.org/ut-lifestar-emergency-trauma-symposium

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 261. Lateral Canthotomy in the ED: Time is Retina! July 13th, 2025. Accessed [date].

260. Massive Transfusion Protocol in the ED30 juin 202500:15:39

If you’ve seen Fast & Furious, you already get the vibe—speed saves lives. In this episode, we break down the Massive Transfusion Protocol (MTP): when to activate it, how to do it right, and ratios. We also hit key points on TXA, resuscitation strategy, and common mistakes in trauma care.

259. EM Critical Hits: The Ultimate EM Shelf Podcast for Med Students16 juin 202500:15:51

Struggling with the EM Shelf or your Emergency Medicine rotation? We’ve listened. We got you. Check out this free sample episode from EM Critical Hits — a brand-new 33-episode series built for med students. High-yield and under 10 minutes. Here’s the link to the med student podcast: https://www.emboardbombs.com/med-student-em-podcast/

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 259. EM Critical Hits: The Ultimate EM Shelf Podcast for Med Students . June 16th, 2025. Accessed [date].

258. Hantavirus: Desert Killer you can't miss02 juin 202500:03:39

This place is stunning—and deadly. Filmed live at Great Sand Dunes NP, home to one of the most lethal infections you’ve never heard of: Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome. This episode breaks down Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome: signs, exposure risks, and what every EM doc must know. Know the early signs. Know when to worry. Because you don’t need to be a hiker to encounter this.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here. 

Cite this podcast as: Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 258. Hantavirus: desert killer you can’t miss . June 2nd, 2025. Accessed [date].

Aspiration Pneumonia in the ED: Diagnosis & Management25 mai 202500:09:36

Learn how to diagnose and manage aspiration pneumonia in the ED with a twist. There's a board test answer and a "real life" answer for this one...Let's talk risk factors, key imaging findings, antibiotic choices, and when to worry.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here.

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 257. Aspiration Pneumonia: ED diagnosis, treatment. May 26th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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We're LIVE @ SAEM! Come hang on Thursday from 12- 2pm15 mai 202500:00:58

We’re in Philadelphia for SAEM and we want to meet YOU. Swing by our hangout this Thursday 5/15 from 12 to 2pm. We’ll be live on-site, hanging out, and giving away some EM Board Bombs swag. Don’t miss this—your subscription finally comes with a handshake and head nod of respect.

256. Shock and Hypotensive? Do This FIRST12 mai 202500:22:58

Master the first 5 minutes of managing a hypotensive patient. Learn how to rapidly identify shock types, apply the RUSH exam, and stabilize critically ill patients in the ED.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here.

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 256. Shock and Hypotensive? Do this FIRST. May 11th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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255. Mastering the Oral Boards: Difficult Case Walkthrough21 avr. 202500:17:46

Let’s tackle an oral boards-style EM case. Watch Blake as he is quizzed by Iltifat on the fly. Learn high-yield strategies, pitfalls, and what examiners expect on the EM Oral Boards.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here.

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Husain, Iltifat. 255. Mastering the Oral Boards. April 20th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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254. Scorpion stings: Live from Death Valley13 avr. 202500:07:31

Explore the dangers of scorpion envenomation in this thrilling LIVE-recorded episode from Death Valley, CA. This is an episode you’ll want to watch- the video shots of Death Vally are INCREDIBLE. Check us out on Youtube, Instagram, or TikTok. Learn key emergency medicine pearls and treatment strategies for your next shift.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here.

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 254. Scorpion Bites: Live from Death Valley. April 13th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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253. Measles in the ER: one clue you can't ignore!16 mars 202500:17:19

Measles is making a comeback! Learn how to recognize key symptoms, prevent misdiagnosis, and manage MMR infections in the emergency department. Stay prepared for this highly contagious disease.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Husain, Iltifat. 253. Measles in the ER: one clue you cant ignore! March 16th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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252. High blood pressure: will your head explode?02 mars 202500:16:21

How do you treat asymptomatic hypertension in the ED? When is it urgent? Emergent? We break down what you need to know, myths, and what really matters.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 252. High blood pressure: will your head explode? March 3rd, 2025. Accessed [date].

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251. High-Yield Pearls Blitz16 févr. 202500:13:10

Boost your EM knowledge with high-yield, rapid pearls! In this episode, we cover life-saving tips for thyroid storm, beta-blocker overdose, heat stroke, SAH, and Ludwig’s— all in under 10 minutes. Perfect for EM boards or quick clinical refresher.

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here.

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Husain, Iltifat. 251. High-yield pearls blitz. February 10th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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250. This is Tuberculosis- ain't no hold 'em09 févr. 202500:16:56

Breathtaking performances at the Grammy’s this year. Speaking of breathtaking, let’s talk TB!

Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here.

Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake, Wosiki-Kuhn, Marlena. 250. This is Tuberculosis- ain’t no hold ’em. February 10th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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249. Clean kill: when intubation kills your pt02 févr. 202500:14:42
You intubate... and then your patient codes. What did you do wrong? When is "ABC" the wrong order? Let's dive into this nuanced topic in critical care. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here. Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 249. Clean kill: how intubation kills your pt. February 2nd, 2024. Accessed [date].
248. Neonatal Jaundice & TikTok26 janv. 202500:15:03
Can you imagine how efficient the world would be without TikTok? Maybe we would be better at learning neonatal jaundice. Time to summarize a classic neonatal emergency! Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here. Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 248. Neonatal Jaundice & TikTok. January 27th, 2024. Accessed [date].
247. Back Pain in the Big Easy20 janv. 202500:17:01
Live from New Orleans! We're telling you the ultimate secret to managing back pain in the ED. You'll never guess what works the best to treat acute low back pain (and you might be disappointed to hear it- let's be real!). Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here. Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Husain, Iltifat. 247. Back Pain in the Big Easy. January 20th, 2025. Accessed [date].
246. Hyperemesis Gravidarum12 janv. 202500:10:00
If you can spell it, that's better than most! Let's quickly dispel the myths surrounding this pathology and what you need to know to manage it. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind at here. Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 246. Hyperemesis Gravidarum. January 13th, 2024. Accessed [date].
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