Welcome to 3 Articles PEM Clinicians Should Read Right Now, a recurring HipPEMcrates series where we ask leaders across pediatric emergency medicine to share three papers they think every clinician should have on their radar today. Each installment features a new guest author highlighting the research shaping their practice – and yours. Make sure to […]
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This post is adapted from teaching sessions and educational materials developed by Dr. Hannah Barber Doucet for pediatric and emergency medicine learners. The content has been edited for clarity and expanded into a written format for HipPEMcrates, with the goal of translating bedside teaching into a practical, on-shift reference for pediatric emergency clinicians. Stay tuned
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Welcome to 3 Articles PEM Clinicians Should Read Right Now, a recurring HipPEMcrates series where we ask leaders across pediatric emergency medicine to share three papers they think every clinician should have on their radar today. Each installment features a new guest author highlighting the research shaping their practice – and yours. Here are three
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Every week, I save a stack of articles, papers, and posts that catch my eye – sometimes it’s cutting-edge PEM research, sometimes a great essay or think piece I stumble across mid-scroll. Instead of letting them live forever in my “read later” folder, I’m sharing a few highlights here. Each piece includes a TL;DR summary
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Even the most experienced trauma teams can overlook the basics in the chaos of a resus. These pearls focus on three simple but critical steps – ones that improve communication, prevent missed injuries, and keep care consistent. Let’s get sharper. These pearls are based on video and patient reviews done at the Children’s Hospital of
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Written by Elizabeth Sanseau, MD, MS, DTM&H, FAAP; Anita A. Thomas, MD, MPH, FAAP, FACEP; and Marc Auerbach, MD Let’s face it: pediatric emergencies are different. They’re high-stakes, high stress, and often unpredictable. Pediatric patients may be small but can be complex. Simulation offers a powerful tool to improve outcomes, build confident teams, and reveal cracks in systems before real patients “fall through them.” Whether you’re new to
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Whether you’re stretched out on a beach chair, posted up poolside, or just catching some late-summer sun in your backyard, here are a few quick reads worth dipping into this weekend. Nothing too heavy – just a few posts to sharpen your brain while you work on your tan. Each one was written by colleagues
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As the summer winds down, and our new residents and fellows settle in, this time of the year often offers a rare chance to exhale. For many of us, it’s a time to unplug a bit – whether that means catching up on sleep, getting away for a few days, or just enjoying a little
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You don’t need moulage or mannequins to get your team ready for the next mass casualty incident (MCI). According to Dr. Matt Harris (PEM physician at Cohen Children’s Medical Center and EMS medical director), some of the most effective MCI prep happens quietly, during the average shift—without a single overhead page. Here are 3 ways
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1. Ask “How Blue?” and “How Old?” Before you assume it’s just another virus, start with this: 🧠 Pearl: At the 1st week of life, the closing of the ductus arteriosus unearths critical CHD. At 2-3 months, pulmonary vascular resistance and hemoglobin drop, increasing shunts and worsening heart failure. 2. Feel the Femoral Pulses. Always.
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