The World’s Okayest Medic Podcast
Mike Carunchio
The World’s Okayest Medic Podcast is a podcast for all EMS providers. Whether you’re an EMT, paramedic, nurse; work in a 911 response setting or critical care transport; and are a novice or experienced clinician, this podcast is for you.
Episodes
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Aug 24, 2024 • 0sec
Listener Clinical Questions (Prologue: HEMS Rant)
Explore the challenges and rewards of night shifts in emergency services, along with a humorous critique of inflated egos in helicopter emergency medical services. Learn about the vital role of magnesium sulfate in treating arrhythmias and the nuanced approach to cardiac emergencies. Delve into strategies for pediatric near-drowning cases and the evolution of blood supply in EMS, urging better training standards. This insightful dialogue combines personal anecdotes with critical education, all to enhance patient care and safety.
Aug 20, 2024 • 0sec
The First Two Years of Being a Medic are Hard
Listener discretion is advised.
Two "newer" medics - Ashlynn and Cameron (my partner) come onto the podcast to talk about the struggles and growth potential of being a new paramedic.
Aug 15, 2024 • 0sec
Culture of Safety, Culture of Stupidity
LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED.
Safety: culture of safety, buzzword, HEMS safety, ground safety, and more
Aug 6, 2024 • 0sec
Winning Paramedic School: Hard Work
Listener discretion is advised.
Jul 27, 2024 • 0sec
MORE Rethinking Traumatic Arrest
Listener discretion is advised.
References (PMID):
Compressions: 29132577, 35549924
Junctional TQ/Pelvic Binders: 31910475, 29889959, 38226570, 30507857
Vasopressors: 33908898, 23697682, 28716309
Blood: 34390843, Hazelton, et. al. (2022). Whole blood vs. component therapy for transufsion in trauma pts., McCartney (2023). Whole blood in resuscitating trauma is making a comeback.
Jul 26, 2024 • 0sec
Glitchy Virtual Happy Hour with Wes
Random talk with Wes Nelson...listener discretion is advised
Jul 19, 2024 • 0sec
Podcast Therapy: Me, My Story, & How the Podcast Started
The podcast delves into the therapeutic nature of the show, discussing controversies in the medical field, navigating challenges in podcasting, reflecting on success and struggles, and the inception of the podcast on a whim. The speaker emphasizes authenticity, self-awareness, and atonement for past actions, challenging power structures and stereotypes.
Jul 18, 2024 • 0sec
Random Talk: Teaching in Baltimore with Cody and Moose
Listener discretion is advised
Cody (@ordinaryopsmedic) and Moose - both from the Alert Medic One team - came on to have a totally random and agendaless discussion about....well....give it a listen...
Jul 12, 2024 • 0sec
Trauma, Blood, & Politics
Paramedic, Nurse Practitioner, & Bioethicist Stephen Wood discusses challenges in implementing prehospital blood, combating misinformation, efficient coordination in trauma care, benefits of whole blood for hemorrhage patients, and controversial debates on blood administration in trauma cases.
Jul 1, 2024 • 0sec
"Scoop & Run:" Police Trauma Transport
Exploring the controversial police 'scoop and run' method for trauma transport, debating its effectiveness, challenges, and concerns. Analyzing the impact of police transport on gunshot wound victims in Philadelphia, highlighting discrepancies in data analysis. Emphasizing the importance of timely trauma center transport and critical pre-hospital interventions. Discussing skepticism and practicality in adopting 'scoop and run' protocols for police and EMS collaborations.
