High-Fidelity Conversations

CSE Podcast Network

This is a monthly podcast designed for healthcare workers looking to sharpen their minds and clinical skills. In each episode, we'll sit down and talk with an active healthcare professional as they reflect on some of their experience and expertise. We'll look to apply what we learn in a way that not only benefits you, but those around you. All specialties and topics are fair game, so come join your host and Simulation Coordinator, Jonathan Marsh, to hear more High-Fidelity Conversations! read less
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Count the Kicks! | Evidence-based stillbirth prevention with Megan Aucutt
4d ago
Count the Kicks! | Evidence-based stillbirth prevention with Megan Aucutt
[Ep24] Are you counting your kicks?! We talk with Program Director, Megan Aucutt, from Happy Birth Day, Inc. about their easy-to-use Count the Kicks! application. This free app can be used to help monitor fetal movements during pregnancy in an effort to reduce stillbirths.  Find out how the app works, where you can download it, what tools are available if you don't have a smart phone - and more - on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations!Listen in on our conversation to learn more about:What is Happy Birth Day, Inc.?What is a stillbirth?What kind of research influenced the development of the Count the Kicks program? What is the recommended gestational range for moms using the Count the Kicks! app?How does the app actually work?Is there a "normal" amount of kicks for a baby?How can I implement this program locally?And more!Quick Links:Count the Kicks WebsiteCount the Kicks FAQsDownload the AppProvider Academy: Resources for maternal healthcare professionalsResearch related to Count the KicksPrintable ChartsOrder MaterialsBaby SavesDominic's StoryGood Morning America AppearanceCount the Kicks YouTube ChannelCount the Kicks Contact FormContacts:Megan AucuttProgram Director at Healthy Birth Day, Inc.aucutt.megan@healthybirthday.orgCount the Kicksinfo@countthekicks.orgDo you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com
Creating a Critical Care Fellowship | Setting up ICU RNs for success with Amanda Hamlin
Mar 13 2024
Creating a Critical Care Fellowship | Setting up ICU RNs for success with Amanda Hamlin
[Ep22] Get ready to dig into the details of creating a critical care fellowship program for ICU RNs! Amanda Hamlin, MSN, RN, CCRN joins us to share all the details from her own experience as a Critical Care Fellowship Coordinator. She is also the Critical Care Clinical Educator for the Grove City campus within Mount Carmel Health System - here in Columbus, Ohio.  We'll dive into all the details about course materials, simulations, time management, financial considerations - and more - on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations!Listen in on our conversation to learn more about:What specific education topics are covered in this program? Where are the educational materials obtained from?What kind of simulations are included?How are Standardized Patients (SPs) incorporated into this event?How is the clinical and educational time balanced for RNs?What kind of data is collected?And more!Quick Links:American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)AACN Essentials of Critical Care Orientation (ECCO) courseOther AACN online coursesStandardized Patients | HFC Podcast Ep 8When Simulation is NOT Appropriate (Part 1) | HFC Podcast Ep 17When Simulation is NOT Appropriate (Part 2) | HFC Podcast Ep 18When Simulation is NOT Appropriate (Part 3) | HFC Podcast Ep 20Contacts:Amanda Hamlinamanda.harrow@mchs.comJonathan Marshjonathan.marsh@mchs.comDo you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com
Mobile Stroke Units | Reducing time to treatment with Corbin Willis
Feb 7 2024
Mobile Stroke Units | Reducing time to treatment with Corbin Willis
[Ep21] Have you ever heard of a Mobile Stroke Unit (MSU)? When time is critical for helping restore a patient back to their normal - like during a suspected stroke - a MSU can cut down on the time needed to not only identify the stroke, but also treat it.   In this episode we talk with Corbin Willis, a Physician Assistant at Riverside Methodist Hospital who specializes in acute stroke care. He also happens to work on the Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit (MSTU) in the Columbus, Ohio area. Some of the topics we'll cover are:What's the local history of the MSTU?Who all staffs a vehicle like this?How is the MSTU dispatched?What are the treatment options once the MSTU arrives?What were some of the challenges of starting a mobile stroke unit?What are some of the current trends with wakeup strokes?Are there any future changes coming to the current MSTU in Columbus?And more!Quick Links:TIMELESS study updates: PubMed ArticleAdditional PDFs: LinktreeEpisode Contacts:Corbin WillisPhysician Assistant (Acute Stroke Response)corbin.willis@ohiohealth.comNathan JenningsMSTU Team Managernathan.jennings@ohiohealth.comMaelee HallMSTU Specialist & Operationsmaelee.hall@ohiohealth.comDo you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com
When Simulation is Not Appropriate (Part 3 of 3) | Matching education needs and methods with Daniel Abbey
Jan 8 2024
When Simulation is Not Appropriate (Part 3 of 3) | Matching education needs and methods with Daniel Abbey
[Ep20] For the people working behind-the-scenes in medical education - specifically in the simulation specialty - they are frequently demonstrating the utility and value of simulation to help learners apply their knowledge in a safe and controlled environment. BUT - it can be challenging at times to also remember that simulation is NOT always the best option to resolve your medical education needs.This is the final episode in a special three part series on recognizing when simulation may not be the most appropriate solution. Join us as we talk with Daniel Abbey (MSN, RN, EMT-P), the Regional Director at the Center for Innovative Learning within the Mount Carmel Health System in Columbus, Ohio. We dig into how he processes education requests - tips to help educators remain comfortable during those early sim conversations - and more - on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations!Quick Links:HFC Podcast Episode #17: When Simulation is Not Appropriate | Part 1 with Scott WinfieldHFC Podcast Episode #18: When Simulation is Not Appropriate | Part 2 with Eric ShaloskyAdditional PDFs: LinktreeDo you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com
When Simulation is Not Appropriate (Part 1 of 3) | Matching education needs and methods with Scott Winfield
Oct 9 2023
When Simulation is Not Appropriate (Part 1 of 3) | Matching education needs and methods with Scott Winfield
[Ep17] For the people working behind-the-scenes in medical education - specifically in the simulation specialty - they are frequently demonstrating the utility and value of simulation to help learners apply their knowledge in a safe and controlled environment. BUT - it can be challenging at times to also remember that simulation is not always the best option to resolve your medical education needs. This episode kicks off a special three part series on recognizing when simulation may not be the most appropriate solution. Join us as we talk with Education Resources Specialist and Medical Simulationist, Scott Winfield, from The Ohio State University's College of Medicine. We'll learn more about how he processes education requests - alternate education methods - and more - on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations!Quick Links:Taxonomies of LearningValidating Assessment Tools in Simulation (NIH Article)Info regarding the Simulation Educator Needs Assessment Tool (SENAT)OSU College of Medicine Sim labAdditional PDFs: LinktreeDo you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com
Aerospace Medicine | Healthcare in microgravity with Dr. Natacha Chough
Sep 5 2023
Aerospace Medicine | Healthcare in microgravity with Dr. Natacha Chough
[Ep16] Have you ever been curious to know more about aerospace medicine? Maybe you've wondered how medical assessments are done while the astronauts are still in Earth's orbit? Join us in this episode as we talk with flight surgeon, Dr. Natacha Chough, about some of the healthcare-related challenges her and other NASA colleagues navigate to ensure astronauts stay safe - and more - on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations!Natacha Chough, MD, MPH, FAsMA, FAAEM, FAWM is a flight surgeon with the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. She also supports education in her role as part-time faculty at The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). If you have any questions for Dr. Chough, she may be emailed at: natacha.g.chough@nasa.govListen in on our conversation to learn more about:What does a flight surgeon's day usually look like? How does microgravity change medication delivery?Are there quirks to using an AED in space?What happens to medical waste?How do astronauts stay physically and mentally fit?What are common medical conditions that astronauts experience?And more!Quick Links:UTMBConan O'Brian interview with retired, Canadian astronaut, Chris HadfieldHow to do CPR in space (YouTube video)Houston We Have a Podcast: Astronaut Health (Ep 22)The Aerospace Medicine Podcast: NASA Flight Surgeons and UTMB Faculty (S2 Ep4)Linktree for downloadable materials not listed in the show notesDo you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com
Chaplaincy in Healthcare | Finding hope, meaning, and strength with Chaplain John Ruiz
Aug 7 2023
Chaplaincy in Healthcare | Finding hope, meaning, and strength with Chaplain John Ruiz
[Ep15] Have you ever wondered what a chaplain does in a healthcare setting? Guiding families through the hospital environment, providing spiritual care to patients, and helping people with what comes next are just a small sample of the many hats worn by chaplains. Join us in this episode as we talk to Chaplain John Ruiz about his roles and responsibilities, education requirements for being a Board Certified Chaplain (BCC), what it was like to work in his role during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic - and more - on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations! John Ruiz is a chaplain with the Spiritual Care Services team at Mount Carmel East Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. He is also a pastor and author. Most recently he published the book, A Chaplain's Perspective on the 2020-2021 Pandemic: Tragedy, Resilience, Hope.  Listen in on our conversation to learn more about:What are the different roles of a chaplain in healthcare?What are the differences between a chaplain, pastor, and a priest?What kind of education requirements are there to be a Board Certified Chaplain?How did the role of chaplain change during the pandemic?How does he stay hopeful in a role that is often around so much tragedy?What are some of the lessons he has learned while serving people in healthcare?Quick Links:Chaplain John Ruiz's book: Amazon or Barnes & NobleMount Carmel Spiritual CareDo you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com
Adenosine | Do you use the single or double-syringe method?
Jun 6 2023
Adenosine | Do you use the single or double-syringe method?
[Ep14] How are you delivering adenosine for treating a patient with SVT? Do you stick with pushing your med and flush separately? Maybe you are already trying out the single-syringe method where adenosine and normal saline are mixed together before being delivered? This episode digs into a study that looks at whether or not the single-syringe method is inferior to the double-syringe method. Tune in to learn what the study revealed - and more - on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations! What you'll learn in this episode:What are the current AHA recommendations for treating a stable tachycardia with a pulse?Is the effectiveness of adenosine altered when it's diluted in a syringe with normal saline?When should I consider giving more or less adenosine for the first dose?How much saline should I bolus adenosine with?Is the single-syringe method better or worse than the double-syringe method?And more!Quick Links:Linktree for downloadable materials not listed in the show notes - aka the studiesStability of diluted adenosineIntention-to-treat principleClinicaltrials.gov article on single-syringe method vs. double-syringe (more readable PDF formats found in Linktree link)AHA Abstract (note the "Results" percentages do NOT match the listed data on the original study)Do you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from Pixabay and Pond5Email the show at hfconversations@gmail.com
Debriefing | Finding methods and strategies that work for you
May 9 2023
Debriefing | Finding methods and strategies that work for you
[Ep13] Do you have a specific style that you use to debrief? Have you been using one particular method for a while and just want to freshen up on the whole process? Maybe you've tried searching for "the best" debrief methods - only to walk away frustrated by how many options are available?  Either way - this episode is packed with tips, tricks and actual debriefing models for medical education. Listen in on our conversations to learn more about the important components of a debrief, debriefing techniques, debriefing adjuncts - and more - on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations! What you'll learn in this episode:What are the important foundations of a debrief?What are some of the current models for debriefing?How do I know which debriefing model to use?When do I start thinking about piecing together the elements of a debrief?How can I enhance my "normal" debrief sessions?And more!Quick Links:Linktree for downloadable materials not listed in the show notes - aka all the studiesPoll EverywhereKahoot!Debrief2Learn PEARLS ResourcesTALK Method (clinical debriefing model)Special thanks to our multiple guests for answering the question, "How do you debrief?"Listed in order of appearance:Tamara West, BSN, RN, TCRN Trauma Performance Improvement Coordinatortamara.west@mchs.comGlen KeatingPreHospital Elements, LLC  prehospitalelements@gmail.comDeidra Weatherby, MS, EFM-C, RN-BCL&D Clinical Educatordeidra.weatherby@mchs.comDo you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from Pixabay and Pond5Email the show at hfconversations@gmail.com
Maggot Therapy | Additional tools to help heal wounds with Dr. Ronald Sherman
Apr 4 2023
Maggot Therapy | Additional tools to help heal wounds with Dr. Ronald Sherman
[Ep12] Have you ever considered biotherapy options to help heal wounds? Let's get more specific - what are your thoughts on maggot therapy? Do you know how it works, or what kinds of patients might benefit from maggot therapy? Before you brush off the idea of medicinal maggots, listen in on our conversation about why they are a fantastic tool to consider for wound care - and more - on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations! Ronald Sherman, M.D., M.Sc., DTM&H, is an expert in maggot therapy, as well as the Director of the BioTherapeutics, Education and Research (BTER) Foundation in Irvine, California. The BTER Foundation is a not-for-profit public charity that supports patient care, education, and research in maggot therapy and symbiotic medicine.  Listen in on our conversation to learn more about:What is the process like when applying maggot therapy?What do the maggots actually do to the dead tissue?How are the maggots made ready for human use?How are the maggots kept on the wound?How do you dispose of the maggots after using them?Do maggots encourage new tissue growth?Can you use maggots with other wound therapy techniques?And more!Quick Links:Linktree: Link to PDFs relating to maggot therapyBioTherapeutics, Education, & Research FoundationInternational Biotherapy SocietyA Complete Guide to Maggot Therapy (free electronic book)Do you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com
AHA Conversations | Common mistakes and myths for ACLS, BLS, PALS and NRP
Mar 7 2023
AHA Conversations | Common mistakes and myths for ACLS, BLS, PALS and NRP
[Ep11] Are you nervous about taking your American Heart Association (AHA) course for the first time? Maybe you aren't new to the course, but you just don't like the pressure you feel with renewing your certification? Join us this month to learn more about common myths and mistakes that can be associated with taking an AHA course. We'll take a big picture view on ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NRP to see how you can better prepare for your next class - and more - on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations! Jeff Gamble, EMT-P and Erin Adamik, MSN, RN, CPN join us in this episode to help you be successful in your next AHA session. Jeff is a Simulation Coordinator and AHA Training Center Coordinator for ACLS and BLS within the Mount Carmel Health System. Erin is the Skills Center Coordinator and AHA Training Center Coordinator for PALS at Nationwide Children's Hospital (Columbus, OH). Listen in on our conversations to learn more about:When is the optimal time to give Epi during a cardiac arrest?Is it okay to just do hands-only CPR?How often should a pediatric patient be ventilated?Can you give pediatric patients an antiarrhythmic medication?What is MR. SOPA, and when is it used?And more!Quick Links:Linktree: Link to AHA content mentioned in this episodeDo you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com
'Tis the Season for RSV | Pediatric RSV management with Laura Holdren
Feb 6 2023
'Tis the Season for RSV | Pediatric RSV management with Laura Holdren
[Ep10] Do you work in EMS or another kind of healthcare space where you primarily see adult patients? Maybe pediatric patients aren't your specialty, but there's still a chance you might encounter one when you clock-in for your shift? Let's chat about what to keep in mind when taking care of pediatric patients who may have RSV - and more -  on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations! Laura Holdren, MSN, RN is an EMS Coordinator with the Nationwide Children's Hospital EMS Program, here in Columbus, Ohio. She also functions as a nurse educator/EMS CE instructor. For this episode, we talk with Laura about practical tips for managing pediatric patients with suspected RSV. This particular episode is most appropriate for healthcare providers who are used to taking care of adults, but still see an occasional pediatric patient too. If that sounds like you, check out this conversation to learn more about:Is there a season for RSV?What are some common signs and symptoms for RSV?What kind of treatment options exist for EMS and in-hospital providers?Is there a vaccine for RSV?And more!Quick Links:CDC RSV ResourcesAmerican Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)Healthychildren.org (AAP Parenting Website)PediaCast - Episode 504 - RSV and BronchiolitisNCH Education ContactsDo you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com
"Untitling" Your Physician | The effects of calling your doctor by their first name with Dr. Dawn Prall
Jan 4 2023
"Untitling" Your Physician | The effects of calling your doctor by their first name with Dr. Dawn Prall
[Ep9] Do you call your physician by their first name? Or do you keep things traditional by always calling your provider "doctor" when visiting their office? Maybe you're a physician who is burnt out on people calling you by your first name while you're on-the-job? Listen in on this conversation with Dr. Dawn Prall as we talk about the advantages and disadvantages of going casual with professional titles - and more - on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations! Dawn Prall, M.D., FACEP, is the Medical Director for the Center for Innovative Learning (aka the Mount Carmel Sim Lab), here in Columbus, Ohio. She also has extensive experience as an acute care physician. For this episode, we talk with her about an online article from Medscape dealing with the pros and cons of ditching a formal title for a physician in a clinical setting. Dr. Prall is notorious in the Sim Lab for wanting her colleagues to call her "Dawn," but listen in on this episode to see if she holds the same thoughts for how people should address her in a clinical environment. Check out this conversation to learn more about:What are some of the consequences of addressing a physician by their first name?Does gender play a factor in "untitling" a physician?What can you do, as a physician, to help promote a friendly interaction with patients while maintaining professional boundaries?What can you do, as the patient, to avoid offending your physician by being too casual?And more!Quick Links:PDFs of the Medscape article and associated studies: LinktreeDo you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabaySound FX obtained from Pond5Email the show at hfconversations@gmail.com
Forensic Nursing | Reality vs fiction with Melisa Minier
Nov 7 2022
Forensic Nursing | Reality vs fiction with Melisa Minier
[Ep7] What comes to mind when you think of forensic nursing? Do you know what really goes on, or what kind of training is involved for those who wish to specialize in this branch of nursing? Learn fact from fiction, how forensic specialists can keep themselves mentally fit, and more - on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations! Melisa Minier, BSN, RN, is the manager for the Forensic Nurses Program within the Mount Carmel Health System in Columbus, Ohio. She still works clinically as a forensic nurse, and at the time of recording for this episode, was the outgoing president for the International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN). Listen in on this conversation with Melisa to learn more about:What does a forensic nurse do?What resources do victims have?Are there fees for patients who need forensic exams?Are there special ways to gather evidence?What kind of training is involved to become a forensic nurse?What are helpful tips for those who are not forensic specialists, but still interact with them?Where can I learn more about this specialty?And more!Quick Links:International Association of Forensic NursesForensic Nursing NetworkAmerican Academy of Forensic SciencesDuquesne University Forensic Nursing ProgramSexual Assault Response Network of Central Ohio CDC STI Treatment GuidelinesOhio Alliance to End Sexual ViolenceSexual Assault Response TeamHelpLineAdditional Info:Melisa's work email: mminier@mchs.comMount Carmel Forensic Department: 614-234-0499Do you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com