Why did entertainment become a more visible part of medical education? In this 2015 reflection, Simon Carley considers digital access to information, reusable online resources and changing conference expectations, arguing that stories and engaging delivery can help learners think beyond memorising facts.
#Medutainment and Emergency Medicine. Part 2. Why are we talking about it? Read More
What does medutainment mean, and where did it come from? Simon Carley introduces the blend of medicine, education and entertainment, tracing examples from public health broadcasting and medical demonstrations while making the case for engagement as one approach to teaching, rather than the only approach.
#Medutainment and Emergency Medicine. Part 1. What is it and where did it come from? Read More
Does apnoeic oxygenation reduce desaturation during intubation of critically ill adults? This 2015 appraisal of the FELLOW trial examines its ICU population, oxygen-saturation outcomes and methodological limitations, asking how far the findings can be applied to emergency department airway practice.
JC: The last breath for apnoeic oxygenation? Read More
What are the thromboembolic risks when prothrombin complex concentrate is used to reverse warfarin-associated intracranial bleeding? This 2015 appraisal examines a retrospective study, the importance of previous venous thromboembolism and the limitations of drawing conclusions from a different reversal regimen and clinical setting.
Nil nocere: do no harm reversing warfarin! Read More
Dan Horner’s opening video for the 2015 RCEM conference, shared here after technical problems prevented it being shown at the meeting. The accompanying introduction describes it as a snapshot of emergency medicine in the UK at that time.
Opening video to #RCEM15. Read More
Dan Horner’s 2015 RCEM masterclass asks how clinicians can investigate suspected venous thromboembolism without unnecessary testing or treatment. It explores pre-test probability, diagnostic tools and their limitations, then considers individual risks, patient preferences and the need to assess new approaches within local practice.
VTE masterclass with Dan Horner at #RCEM15 Read More
A preview of the 2015 RCEM conference in Manchester, introducing visiting speakers, workshops and the St Emlyn’s team’s planned coverage. This archive post captures the anticipation around the meeting and points to the educational topics and online communities represented there.
#RCEM15. St.Emlyn’s preview Read More
Telling a family about a sudden death is a defining moment in emergency care. This personal reflection explores preparing yourself, using clear and compassionate language, allowing space for grief and questions, returning to the family afterwards and supporting colleagues involved in the conversation.
Communicating terrible news: Can we do it better? Read More
