The SimKit Podcast

Severe oropharyngeal angioedema forces clinicians into uncomfortable territory: a dynamic airway with few good options and little margin for error. In this episode, Dr. Brett Johnson joins the SimKit Podcast to debrief a case of profound tongue angioedema managed with awake nasal fiberoptic intubation. The discussion focuses less on the mechanics of bronchoscopy and more on the cognitive framework, team structure, and technical lessons that made the case successful.
 
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Navigating various healthcare environments as an Emergency Medicine physician can be challenging. Each setting demands unique skills, adaptability, and preparedness. This post explores how physicians can effectively prepare for shifts across different healthcare facilities. We'll delve into 'way before,' 'day before,' and 'bay before' strategies, drawing insights from our host, Dr. Jason Hine and our guest, Dr. Elizabeth Calhoun.
Check out the fillable PDFs in the show notes below for some practical materials for ED environment switching!
 
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In this episode, we're joined by Will Barry and Ross Orpit, co-hosts of the Loud and Clear Podcast, an EMS-focused continuing education platform built to bridge the gap between paramedic school and the realities of practice in the field. Will is a flight paramedic with 16 years of experience in EMS, and Ross is a board-certified emergency physician and EMS medical director with a background as a Denver Health paramedic. Together, they created the Loud and Clear Podcast — formerly known as EMS Cast — to give providers a set of guiding principles for navigating the uncertainty and complexity that classroom training alone can't prepare you for. The conversation today centers on the intersection of emergency medicine and EMS: how we communicate, how we optimize handoffs, and how we can show up as the best possible partners for the crews bringing patients to our doors.
 
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In the hustle and bustle of our professional lives, especially in high-stakes fields like emergency medicine, we often find ourselves juggling a multitude of demands. Amidst these pressures, we inevitably seek ways to unwind, reward ourselves, and regain our sense of balance. This brings us to an intriguing discussion: the concept of "good vices." What qualifies as a good vice, and how can these indulgences positively impact our lives?
We sit down with amazing educator and physician coach Rob Roman to discuss the benefits and risks of indulgences, good vices, and how they may be actually helping us live and survive in our high stress lives.
 
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Navigating through the nuances of atraumatic knee pain can be challenging for healthcare providers, especially in the fast-paced ED. The latest episode of the SimKit podcast offers valuable perspectives from Dr. Robert Parisien, a seasoned orthopedic specialist, and host Dr. Jason Hine, who explore comprehensive approaches to diagnosing and managing atraumatic knee pain both in the ED and thereafter.
 
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In the fast-paced environment of medical practice, teaching procedures is a crucial skill that extends beyond simple knowledge transfer. In this podcast we delve into the intricacies of educating medical professionals on procedural skills, emphasizing the importance of structured methodologies for effective learning.
 
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Today's post focuses on a significant study comparing peri capsular nerve group (PENG) block and fascia iliac block for managing acute pain in hip fracture patients. Conducted by D Pietro et al., this research, published in Anesthesia in December 2025, offers insights into pain relief techniques within a single-center academic site in Italy. The primary focus was on immediate pain relief achieved within 60 minutes of the block procedure, with secondary outcomes analyzing pain intensity and opioid consumption.
 
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In our latest episode of the SimKit podcast, we dive into a riveting discussion with physician assistant (PA) extraordinaire, Shawn Stepp, to delve into a complicated case of necrotizing fasciitis. This post breaks down the conversation into five key sections, each shedding light on different aspects of this challenging medical condition.
 
 
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Understanding the learning curves in medical procedures is crucial, especially when it comes to such a critical skill as intubation. In this post, we delve into an Annals study of learning curves in intubation mastery. It sparks conversation about learning curves, forgetting curves, number vs competency-based medical education and, most importantly for us all, the maintenance of procedural skill.
 
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Addressing substance use disorder (SUD) remains a pressing issue, not just for healthcare providers but society as a whole. A recent article published in JAMA Network Open, titled "The Decline in Drug Overdose Deaths by Region, Substance, and Demographics," provides critical insights into the changing landscape of drug overdose deaths. We delve into this study for a clearer understanding, breaking it down into 5 sections with key take aways from each.
 
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