Happy New Year (and Thank You)
I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone for the support throughout 2015. I enjoy immensely the opportunity to teach and engage through PEMBlog and I look forward to sharing more content in 2016.
PEMBlog Best of 2015: Articles
I posted many articles in 2015 - Here are nine that I think encapsulate what PEMBlog is all about.
Briefs: Lactate in Sepsis
An elevated lactate level is associated with increased mortality in sepsis. Explore some of the evidence in this post.
PEMBlog Best of 2015: Videos
I posted a number of educational videos this year. Check out this post for a sample of my work.
PEMBlog Best of 2015: Podcasts
I produced seven podcasts during 2015 - the topics are varied and I love sharing them with my listeners.
Synconvulsions: Just how common are convulsions in syncope? (Re-post)
Up to 40% of patients that have syncope have some manner of convulsions that are often mistaken for seizures. The purpose of this post is to examine how we differentiate between convulsions in a epileptic seizure versus those that occur when a patient faints.
PEMBlog now has a YouTube channel
PEMBlog now has a YouTube channel! Welcome to 2010!
Localizing CNS tumors based on symptoms
Just a quick reference to cardinal signs and symptoms associated with CNS tumors in various locations.
PEM Currents podcast on respiratory distress
This edition of PEM Currents is all about respiratory distress. You'll learn about initial management, diagnosis and more!
2015 AHA Guidelines for PALS – Fluid Resuscitation in Septic Shock
Should we restrict fluids in septic shock? Hogwash you say! Well, it might be the right idea in resource limited settings. Learn what my take on the 2105 AHA PALS summary has to say on the matter.
