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PICU Doc On Call

132 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 57 ratings

PICU Doc On Call is the podcast for current and aspiring Intensivists. This podcast will provide protocols that any Critical Care Physician would use to treat common emergencies and the sudden onset of acute symptoms. Brought to you by Emory University School of Medicine, in conjunction with Dr. Rahul Damania and under the supervision of Dr. Pradip Kamat.

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Approach to Calcium Channel Blocker Overdose

February 25, 2024 08:00 - 26 minutes - 35.7 MB

Show Introduction Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, a podcast dedicated to current and aspiring intensivists. Hosted by Dr. Pradip Kamat and Dr. Rahul Damania Case Presentation A 14-year-old female with a history of depression and oppositional defiant disorder presents with dizziness, slurring speech, and is pale appearance. The mother noticed symptoms of dizziness, stumbling, and sleepiness. The patient had a prior suicide attempt. Vital signs: HR 50 bpm, BP 75/40, GCS 10. The initial wo...

Acute Bronchiolitis in the PICU

February 18, 2024 08:00 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MB

Hosts: Pradip Kamat, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine Rahul Damania, Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital Introduction Today, we discuss the case of an 8-month-old infant with severe bronchospasm and abnormal blood gas. We'll delve into the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and evidence-based management of acute bronchiolitis. Case Summary An 8-month-old infant presented to the ER with decreased alertness following worsening work of breathing, preceded ...

The Modified Bohr Equation

February 11, 2024 08:00 - 18 minutes - 24.9 MB

Hosts: Pradip Kamat, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine Rahul Damania, Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital Case Introduction: 6-year-old patient admitted to PICU with severe pneumonia complicated by pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (pARDS). Presented with respiratory distress, hypoxemia, and significant respiratory acidosis. Required intubation and mechanical ventilation. Despite initial interventions, condition remained precarious with ...

Retropharyngeal Abscess in the PICU

December 10, 2023 08:00 - 20 minutes - 9.44 MB

Today's episode promises an insightful exploration into a unique case centered on retropharyngeal abscess in the PICU, offering a comprehensive analysis of its clinical manifestations, pathophysiology, diagnostic strategies, and evidence-based management approaches. Today, we unravel the layers of a compelling case involving a 9-month-old with a retropharyngeal abscess, delving into the intricacies of its diagnosis, management, and the critical role played by PICU specialists. Join us as we...

Pediatric Neurocritical Care | Unveiling the Brain Death Guidelines

November 20, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 19 MB

Today, Dr. Pradip Kamat (Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine) and Dr. Rahul Damania (Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital), are excited to speak with Matthew Kirschen, MD, PhD, FAAN, FNCS, regarding a very sensitive topic involving pediatric brain death guidelines published in 'Neurology' in October 2023. Dr. Matthew Kirschen, a leader in pediatric neurocritical care and one of the authors of the new guidelines. Guest Introduction: Dr. Matthew Kirschen is a...

Physiology of High-Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)

November 12, 2023 08:00 - 19 minutes - 8.73 MB

Today’s case presentation involves a 2-year-old girl who was previously healthy and was admitted to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) for acute respiratory distress characterized by increased work of breathing and wheezing. Case Presentation A 2-year-old girl with acute respiratory distress due to RSV infection Presented with increased work of breathing, wheezing, and no fever Started on High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) therapy in the PICU Key Elements: Prodrome of URI symptoms I...

A Case of Rheumatic Fever in the PICU

October 01, 2023 08:00 - 23 minutes - 10.6 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc on Call, a podcast dedicated to current and aspiring intensivists. I'm Pradeep Kumar coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Emory University School of Medicine, and I'm Rahul Damania from Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital. We are two pediatric ICU physicians passionate about all things medical education in the PICU. Episode Overview:  PICU.com call focuses on interesting PICU cases and management in the acute care Pediatric setting. In this episode, we ...

Submersion injury

September 03, 2023 08:00 - 23 minutes - 10.8 MB

Introduction:  Welcome to "PQ Doc On Call," a podcast dedicated to current and aspiring intensivists. Hosted by Dr. Pradeep Kamar from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Emory University School of Medicine, and Dr. Rahul Damia from Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital, both passionate PICU physicians. You will hear: This episode dives into the management of pediatric drowning cases in the PICU, providing valuable insights into assessment, pathophysiology, and practical management strategie...

75: Lactic Acidosis in the PICU

August 27, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 12.8 MB

In this episode of PICU Doc On Call, your hosts Pradip Kamat and Rahul Damania, experienced Pediatric ICU physicians, take you on an enlightening journey through the intricate landscape of lactic acidosis. Join us as we unravel the complexities, share clinical insights, and provide practical guidance on diagnosing and managing this critical condition in the acute care pediatric setting. You will hear: Case Presentation: 4-year-old boy with hypotension, fatigue, rash, and respiratory distr...

Snakebite Care in the PICU: Beneath the Fangs

July 23, 2023 08:00 - 20 minutes - 9.37 MB

In this episode of PICU Doc On Call, Dr. Pradip Kamat and Dr. Rahul Damania discuss a case of a 4-year-old girl with bite marks and swelling of her foot, presenting with concerning vital signs and abnormal labs. They explore snake envenomation and its management in the pediatric critical care setting. Classifying Snake Envenomation Snakes with venom-delivering fangs, primarily Elapidae and Viperidae, are responsible for most human envenomations and fatalities. We're focusing on Pit Vipers ...

Cerebral Sinus Venous Thrombosis | An Infant with Eye Rolling

July 02, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MB

In this episode PICUDoc On Call, we discuss the case of a six-month-old ex-preemie with bacterial meningitis who presents with symptoms of cerebral sinus venous thrombosis. We explore the anatomy of the venous distribution in the brain and the clinical syndromes associated with sinus venous thrombosis. Our focus is on the imaging techniques, laboratory tests, and management strategies involved in diagnosing and treating this challenging condition. You will learn: A six-month-old ex-preemie...

Hereditary Spherocytosis

June 25, 2023 08:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc on Call, a podcast dedicated to intense wisdom in the field of pediatric critical care. In this episode, hosts Pradeep Kama and Rahul Damania, both pediatric ICU physicians, discuss the case of a five-year-old male who presents to the emergency department with unexplained fatigue and fever. The patient's symptoms include fatigue, intermittent fevers, tachycardia, and significantly low hemoglobin levels. The hosts delve into the possible causes of the patient's condition,...

Vasoactive Use in the PICU | A Teenager with MIS-C

June 11, 2023 08:00 - 26 minutes - 12 MB

Welcome to "PICU Doc On Call," a podcast dedicated to current and aspiring intensivists. In this episode, Dr. Pradip Kamat and Dr. Rahul Damania discuss an interesting case of a 16-year-old male with high-grade fever and abdominal pain. The patient also presents with a rash and other concerning symptoms, leading to urgent medical attention. They provide a summary of the key elements from the case, including vital signs, physical examination findings, and laboratory and imaging results. Dr. ...

Integrated PICU Journal Club: An Intubated, Febrile Toddler

May 21, 2023 08:00 - 19 minutes - 9.09 MB

Today’s episode of "PICU Doc On Call," with Dr. Pradip Kamat and Dr. Rahul Damania, pediatric ICU physicians, delves into intriguing case and management strategies within the acute care pediatric setting. This episode focuses on a 2-year-old child transferred to the PICU due to pneumonia-induced respiratory distress. As the child's condition deteriorates, intubation becomes necessary to address acute hypoxemic respiratory failure. We discuss the significance of minimizing unnecessary blood...

Post-Operative Care in the PICU

April 23, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutes - 11.5 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat coming to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine. I'm Rahul Damania from Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital and we are two Pediatric ICU physicians passionate about all things MED-ED in the PICU. PICU Doc on Call focuses on interesting PICU cases & management in the acute care pediatric setting so let’s get into our episode. Today, we are going to...

Non-Accidental Trauma: A Case of Seizing and Limp Infant in the PICU

April 09, 2023 08:00 - 23 minutes - 10.5 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat coming to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine and I'm Rahul Damania from Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital. We are two Pediatric ICU physicians passionate about all things MED-ED in the PICU. PICU Doc on Call focuses on interesting PICU cases & management in the acute care pediatric setting so let’s get into our episode. Here's the case of a 1...

Commotion at the Home Plate | Commotio Cordis

March 05, 2023 08:00 - 14 minutes - 6.82 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat coming to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine and I'm Rahul Damania, from Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital. We are two Pediatric ICU physicians passionate about all things MED-ED in the PICU. PICU Doc on Call focuses on interesting PICU cases & management in the acute care pediatric setting so let’s get into our episode: Welcome to our Episod...

Approach to Pediatric Trauma

February 19, 2023 08:00 - 22 minutes - 10.1 MB

Approach to Pediatric Trauma  Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat coming to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine and I'm Rahul Damania, from Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital. We are two Pediatric ICU physicians passionate about all things MED-ED in the PICU. PICU Doc on Call focuses on interesting PICU cases & management in the acute care pediatric setting so let’s get into our ...

How to Learn & Retain Knowledge from a Medical Podcast

February 12, 2023 08:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB

Dear Listeners & Peds ICU community, WE are back on air! Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat coming BACK to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine and I'm Rahul Damania from Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital and we are two Pediatric ICU physicians passionate about all things MED-ED in the PICU. PICU Doc on Call focuses on interesting PICU cases & management in the acute care pedi...

Hypnotic Gummies: An Approach to Cannabis Toxicity

October 02, 2022 08:00 - 17 minutes - 7.81 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat coming to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine and I'm Rahul Damania from Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital. We are two Pediatric ICU physicians passionate about all things MED-ED in the PICU. PICU Doc on Call focuses on interesting PICU cases & management in the acute care pediatric setting so let’s get into our episode: Welcome to our Episod...

A Somnolent Toddler

September 25, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 13.3 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat coming to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine and I'm Rahul Damania from Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital. We are two Pediatric ICU physicians passionate about all things MED-ED in the PICU. PICU Doc on Call focuses on interesting PICU cases & management in the acute care pediatric setting so let’s get into our episode: Welcome to our Episode...

An Approach to Galactosemia

August 28, 2022 08:00 - 14 minutes - 6.47 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat coming to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine and I'm Rahul Damania from Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital and we are two Pediatric ICU physicians passionate about all things MED-ED in the PICU. PICU Doc on Call focuses on interesting PICU cases & management in the acute care pediatric setting so let’s get into our episode: Welcome to our Epi...

Approach to the Toddler with Somnolence and Difficulty Breathing

August 14, 2022 08:00 - 17 minutes - 7.84 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat coming to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine. I'm Rahul Damania from Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital and we are two Pediatric ICU physicians passionate about all things MED-ED in the PICU. PICU Doc on Call focuses on interesting PICU cases & management in the acute care pediatric setting so let’s get into our episode: Here's the case presen...

Approach to Antifungals in the PICU

August 07, 2022 08:00 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat coming to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine. Today we are joined by two wonderful clinical pharmacists — Whitney Moore & Stephanie Yasechko. Whitney is a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. She is on Twitter at @MoorephinRx. Stephanie is a Pediatric Lung Transplant Clinical Pharmacy Specialist at Cincinnati Childr...

Approach to a Brain Abscess

July 31, 2022 08:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat coming to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine and I'm Rahul Damania from Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital. We are two Pediatric ICU physicians passionate about all things MED-ED in the PICU. PICU Doc on Call focuses on interesting PICU cases & management in the acute care pediatric setting so let’s get into our episode: Welcome to our Episode...

Lemierre’s Syndrome

July 17, 2022 08:00 - 16 minutes - 7.39 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat coming to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine and I'm Rahul Damania from Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital and we are two Pediatric ICU physicians passionate about all things MED-ED in the PICU. PICU Doc on Call focuses on interesting PICU cases & management in the acute care pediatric setting so let’s get into our episode: Welcome to our Epi...

Pulmonary Hemorrhage

July 10, 2022 08:00 - 17 minutes - 7.97 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. Welcome to our Episode a 16-year-old who is coughing up blood. Here's the case: A 16-year-old female with h/o SLE was transferred to the PICU due to hypoxia requiring increasing FIO2. A few hours prior to admission to the PICU patient also started coughing up blood and had difficulty breathing. The patient was admitted to the general pediatric floor 2 days earlier for pneumonia requiring an IV antibioti...

Approach to Acid Base Disorders

July 03, 2022 08:00 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat coming to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine and I'm Rahul Damania from Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital. We are two Pediatric ICU physicians passionate about all things MED-ED in the PICU. PICU Doc on Call focuses on interesting PICU cases & management in the acute care pediatric setting so let’s get into our episode: In today's episode, w...

Ventilation of the Ex-premie in the PICU

June 05, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 13 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, a podcast dedicated to current and aspiring intensivists. My name is Pradip Kamat My name is Rahul Damania, a current 3rd-year pediatric critical care fellow and we are coming to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Emory University School of Medicine Today's episode is dedicated to the transition between NICU & PICU. We will focus on the ventilation of the ex-premature infant who graduated from NICU care and transitioned to the PICU. I will turn it over ...

Providing Kidney Support in the PICU

May 29, 2022 08:00 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, a podcast dedicated to current and aspiring intensivists. I am Pradip Kamat. I am Rahul Damania, a current 3rd year pediatric critical care fellow. I am Kate Phelps- a second year pediatric critical care medicine. We come to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Emory University School of Medicine. We are delighted to be joined by guest expert Dr Stephanie Jernigan Assistant Professor of Pediatric-Pediatric nephrology, Medical Director of the Pediatric Dia...

GI Hemorrhage

May 15, 2022 08:00 - 16 minutes - 7.49 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat I'm Rahul Damania, a third-year PICU fellow. I’m Kate Phelps, a second-year PICU fellow and we are all coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine, joining Pradip and Rahul today. Welcome to our episode, where will be discussing gastrointestinal bleeding. Kate: Let’s start with a case: A 4-year-old, previously healthy male presents to the ...

53: GI Hemorrhage

May 15, 2022 07:00 - 16 minutes - 7.49 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat I'm Rahul Damania, a third-year PICU fellow. I’m Kate Phelps, a second-year PICU fellow and we are all coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine, joining Pradip and Rahul today. Welcome to our episode, where will be discussing gastrointestinal bleeding. Kate: Let’s start with a case: A 4-year-old, previously healthy male presents to the emerge...

Rhabdomyolysis

May 08, 2022 06:00 - 14 minutes - 6.8 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kama and I'm Rahul Damania, a third-year PICU fellow. I’m Kate Phelps, a second-year PICU fellow and we are all coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Emory University School of Medicine, joining Pradip and Rahul today. Welcome to our episode, where will be discussing rhabdomyolysis and associated acute kidney injury in the ICU. Rahul: Here's the case, a 7-year-old female present...

All Things Sodium & the Brain in the PICU

April 17, 2022 08:00 - 21 minutes - 9.73 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat and I'm Rahul Damania. We are coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine. Here's the case: A 6-year-old child with a known h/o craniopharyngioma who has been endocrinologically intact with exception of needing thyroid replacement was admitted to the PICU prior to craniotomy to proceed with further tumor resection as well as the removal of a...

Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC)

April 10, 2022 08:00 - 16 minutes - 7.4 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat. I’m Dr. Ali Towne, a rising 3rd-year pediatrics resident interested in a neonatology fellowship, and I'm Rahul Damania and we are coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine. Welcome to our Episode a 5-month-old, ex-28 week female with abdominal distention. Here's the case: A 5-month-old, ex 28 week, female with a past medical history of s...

Pediatric Pain, Agitation, Neuromuscular Blockade, and Delirium in Critically Ill Pediatric Patients (PANDEM)

April 04, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 15.8 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat and I’m Kate Phelps, a second-year pediatric critical care fellow joining Pradip and Rahul today! I'm Rahul Damania and we are coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine. Today we are honored to have Dr. John Berkenbosch- senior author of the Prevention and Management of Pain, Agitation, Neuromuscular Blockade, and Delirium in Critically Il...

Hyperammonemia

March 27, 2022 08:00 - 18 minutes - 8.64 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat and I'm Rahul Damania. We are coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine. I will turn it over to Rahul to start with our patient case... A 2 yo Asian M presents with difficulty feeding. He has a history of epilepsy and recently was switched to Valproic Acid for seizure control as well as OTC deficiency diagnosed at birth. He has had a 3-day...

Pediatric Post Cardiac Arrest Syndrome (PCAS) Part 2

March 20, 2022 08:00 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, a podcast dedicated to current and aspiring intensivists. My name is Pradip Kamat. My name is Rahul Damania and we come to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta-Emory University School of Medicine. Today's episode Is part two of our pediatric post-cardiac arrest care syndrome If you have not yet listened to part one, I would highly encourage you to visit that episode prior to delving into this one. Part 1 addressed the epidemiology, causes, and pathophysio...

46: Pediatric Post Cardiac Arrest Syndrome (PCAS) Part 2

March 20, 2022 07:00 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, a podcast dedicated to current and aspiring intensivists. My name is Pradip Kamat. My name is Rahul Damania and we come to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta-Emory University School of Medicine. Today's episode Is part two of our pediatric post-cardiac arrest care syndrome If you have not yet listened to part one, I would highly encourage you to visit that episode prior to delving into this one. Part 1 addressed the epidemiology, causes, and pathophysiology...

Pediatric Post Cardiac Arrest Syndrome (PCAS) Part 1

March 13, 2022 08:00 - 21 minutes - 9.93 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, a podcast dedicated to current and aspiring intensivists. My name is Pradip Kamat. My name is Rahul Damania, a current 2nd-year pediatric critical care fellow. We come to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta-Emory University School of Medicine. Today's episode is dedicated to pediatric post-cardiac arrest care. We are going to split this topic into two episodes, part one of pediatric post-cardiac arrest syndrome will address the epidemiology, causes, and ...

45: Pediatric Post Cardiac Arrest Syndrome (PCAS) Part 1

March 13, 2022 07:00 - 21 minutes - 9.93 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, a podcast dedicated to current and aspiring intensivists. My name is Pradip Kamat. My name is Rahul Damania, a current 2nd-year pediatric critical care fellow. We come to you from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta-Emory University School of Medicine. Today's episode is dedicated to pediatric post-cardiac arrest care. We are going to split this topic into two episodes, part one of pediatric post-cardiac arrest syndrome will address the epidemiology, causes, and path...

Approach to Critical Iron Deficiency Anemia

March 06, 2022 08:00 - 19 minutes - 9.15 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat and I'm Rahul Damania. We are coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine. Welcome to our Episode a 2-year-old with severe pallor and O2 desaturation. Here's the case presented by Rahul: A two-year-old presents to the PICU with severe pallor + O2 requirement. The patient went for a routine check with her primary care who noted the patient a...

44: Approach to Critical Iron Deficiency Anemia

March 06, 2022 07:00 - 19 minutes - 9.15 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat and I'm Rahul Damania. We are coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine. Welcome to our Episode a 2-year-old with severe pallor and O2 desaturation. Here's the case presented by Rahul: A two-year-old presents to the PICU with severe pallor + O2 requirement. The patient went for a routine check with her primary care who noted the patient appear...

Near Fatal Asthma: Management Beyond Non-Invasive

February 13, 2022 08:00 - 19 minutes - 9.1 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat and I'm Rahul Damania. We are coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine. Welcome to our episode, which is Part 2 of our acute severe asthma management. Today we discuss invasive mechanical ventilation of the acute asthmatic. A patient with a history of asthma presents to the PICU with decreased air entry. Somnolence. Hypercarbia and drooli...

43: Near Fatal Asthma: Management Beyond Non-Invasive

February 13, 2022 07:00 - 19 minutes - 9.1 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat and I'm Rahul Damania. We are coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine. Welcome to our episode, which is Part 2 of our acute severe asthma management. Today we discuss invasive mechanical ventilation of the acute asthmatic. A patient with a history of asthma presents to the PICU with decreased air entry. Somnolence. Hypercarbia and drooling. ...

Principles of Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (niPPV)

January 30, 2022 08:00 - 16 minutes - 7.63 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat and I'm Rahul Damania. We are coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine. Welcome to our Episode a 15 mo F with respiratory distress and runny nose. Here's the case: A 15 mo F presents to the ED with cough, runny nose, and increased work of breathing. Her mother states that the patient has had these symptoms for the past three days, howeve...

42: Principles of Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (niPPV)

January 30, 2022 07:00 - 16 minutes - 7.63 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat and I'm Rahul Damania. We are coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine. Welcome to our Episode a 15 mo F with respiratory distress and runny nose. Here's the case: A 15 mo F presents to the ED with cough, runny nose, and increased work of breathing. Her mother states that the patient has had these symptoms for the past three days, however, t...

Airway Clearance Techniques in the PICU

January 23, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 13 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat and I'm Rahul Damania. We are coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine. Welcome to our discussion today on airway clearance in the critically-ill patient in the PICU. We will focus on the use of pharmacological as well as non-pharmacological techniques in critically ill children admitted to the ICU. This episode will be a general overview ...

41: Airway Clearance Techniques in the PICU

January 23, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 13 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat and I'm Rahul Damania. We are coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine. Welcome to our discussion today on airway clearance in the critically-ill patient in the PICU. We will focus on the use of pharmacological as well as non-pharmacological techniques in critically ill children admitted to the ICU. This episode will be a general overview as ...

Toddler with Cough and Difficulty Breathing

January 16, 2022 08:00 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MB

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists. I'm Pradip Kamat and I'm Rahul Damania. We are coming to you from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Emory University School of Medicine. Welcome to our episode of a three-year-old girl presenting with a cough and difficulty breathing Here's the case presented by Rahul: A previously healthy 3-year-old girl presented to the OSH for difficulty breathing. She had a two-day h/o of cough (worse at night) an...