This week, Nick & Cyrus try something a little different with Tales from the ICU. Here, we explore clinical reasoning in the ICU in the context of a mystery case! Don't worry, we'll reveal the diagnosis and go through all the pitfalls, pearls and pathophysiology! This way, you get to play along for a while AND learn some cool medicine. As this is a new episode format, PLEASE leave us feedback and let us know if you like it or if we should send this one to the crypt! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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55. Cirrhosis & Variceal Bleeds
On this week's episode of Critical Care Time, Dr. David Dulaney rounds out GI bleeds in the ICU by taking on cirrhosis & variceal bleeds! During this show we discuss the unique challenge associated with managing a patient with cirrhosis - specifically focusing on the coagulopathy of advanced liver disease. We then delve into the nuances associated with managing a variceal bleed, both in terms of the unique critical care elements but also the challenges faced by the endoscopist when trying to saves these patients in extremis. Tune in, leave us a review and most importantly - leave us some feedback! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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54. Non-Variceal GI Bleeds
Join us on this week's episode of Critical Care Time as we embrace blood-and-guts with Dr. David T. Dulaney, gastroenterologist-extraordinaire! Nick & Cyrus host David for a pearl-laden discussion on non-variceal GI bleeds where we talk guidelines, expert opinion and so much more. Who needs a scope? When do you scope them? Why is stabilizing your patient SO important before GI comes in to save the day? How can we work together effectively with our colleagues in GI to ensure the best outcomes for our patient? We tackle a ton of content on this episode so you'll definitely want to tune in... and maybe even take some notes! Make sure to leave us feedback and let us know what you think! Oh... and spoiler alert: cirrhosis and variceal bleeds is on deck for our next installment so keep your eyes peeled for that one too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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53. Lactate & Lactic Acidosis
On this episode of Critical Care Time, Nick & Cyrus embark on a deep dive into the world of lactic acidosis! As it is the beginning of the academic year, we figured this would be a great topic to demystify and disambiguate for our listeners. We discuss why lactic acidosis matters, and deconstruct all the clinically relevant elements from diagnosis to management, so that you are fully equipped with the tools necessary to conquer your next case of lactic acidosis - or maybe your first!! Ring in this new season of CCT with a banger of an episode and let us know what you think! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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52. Listener Mailbag #2
This week on Critical Care Time, we’re turning the mic over to you, our brilliant listeners! In this special Q&A episode, Nick and Cyrus read your comments, tackle your toughest clinical questions, and share how your insights have sent them diving back into PubMed, Reddit, and beyond. Whether you’re commuting, charting, or on break in the ICU, this episode is packed with practical pearls, literature deep-dives, and the human stories that make critical care so rewarding. Thank you for helping us learn and grow—let’s jump right in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Critical Care Time is the podcast for everyone who cares for the critically Ill. Whether you work in an ICU, a Med-Surg unit, an ED, a PACU or the back of an ambulance - Dr. Cyrus Askin & Dr. Nick Mark provide practical insights and useful tips to enhance your skillset. They are triple board-certified intensivists who love patient care and teaching. Journey with them through deep dives into physiology and practical pearls, leaving no stone unturned in the world of critical care medicine. Through their own insights, expert interviews and targeted reviews of the literature, Nick and Cyrus provide practical, relevant critical care pearls. If you bill for critical care time, you must make time for Critical Care Time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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