Trauma ICU Rounds

State of the Rounds

After four years away, Trauma ICU Rounds is back. In this short relaunch episode, I reflect on the journey from California back to Canada, how my clinical and leadership

Whole Blood in Trauma Resuscitation: What Did TOWAR and SWiFT Change?

Whole blood has made a remarkable comeback in trauma resuscitation. Physiologically, the rationale is compelling, and observational studies have suggested improved surviv

Episode 54: Frailty, Geriatric Trauma & TBI with Dr. Bellal Jospeh

In this episode we sit down with the Chief of Trauma, Surgical Critical Care, Burns,  & Acute Care Surgery at the University of Arizona, Dr. Bellal Joseph, who share with

Episode 53: Insights into Modern Critical Care with Dr. Jean-Louis Vincent: Part II

In this episode, we talk all things critical care the one and only, Dr. Jean-Louis Vincent aka. JLV.  This episode is a MUST listen. We touch upon the evolution of early

Season 3 Trailer

It's been a while! We are coming to you from our new studio in Victoria on Vancouver Island, BC. This Season is PACKED with incredible content, interviews and educat

Episode 52: Insights into Modern Critical Care with Dr. Jean-Louis Vincent: Part I

In this episode, we discuss the overarching importance of AVOIDING iatrogenic harm in the ICU with arguably one of the world's leading experts in critical care medic

Episode 51 - Persistent Inflammation, Immunosuppression & Catabolism Syndrome (PICS) with Dr. Scott Brakenridge

"Getting patients resuscitated through sepsis, septic shock, and hemorrhagic shock is not the end...it's the beginning." In this episode, Dr. Brakenridge from Harbo

Episode 50 - Whole Blood & Modern Hemostatic Resuscitation Strategies with Dr. Bryan A. Cotton

In this, our 50th episode, we are in Austin, TX, for the Annual EAST Scientific Meeting where we are joined by Dr. Bryan A. Cotton who shares his expertise and knowledge

Episode 49 - TRAUMA with Dr. Ken Mattox: Part II

In the second episode of a two-part series, Dr. Mattox shares his insights and thoughts on hot research topics in trauma in need of investigation. Additionally, he helps

Episode 48 - TRAUMA with Dr. Ken Mattox: Part I

We. Are. Back!! After a (brief?!) hiatus, we are launching 2022 with a 2-part series with the one and only Dr. Ken Mattox. In this episode, Dr. Mattox shares with us hi

Episode 47 - Every Deep-Drawn Breath with Dr. Wes Ely

Dr. Wes Ely from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine joins us on Rounds to discuss the evolution of our understanding and the current impact of ICU-acquired brain di

Episode 46 - Pelvic Binders for Hemodynamically Unstable Pelvic Ring Fractures

In follow-up to a recent pro-con debate on the use of pre-hospital pelvic binders, we explore the why, when, and how of pelvic binder placement. From the indications to p

Episode 45 - Modern Insights into an Academic Career in Trauma & Acute Care Surgery with Dr. Carlos Brown

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Carlos VR Brown from the Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas to discuss issues relevant to both junior and mid-care

Episode 44 - Massive Upper GI Bleeds

Massive upper GI bleeds can be intimidating and lethal. An expeditious, multidisciplinary approach is required to improve survival and optimize patient outcomes. Time S

Episode 43 - Penetrating Cardiac Injuries with Dr. Kenji Inaba

Our first in-person interview since the start of the COVID pandemic! Join us for National Stop the Bleed Day as Dr. Kenji Inaba from LAC+USC joins us to discuss managemen

Episode 42 - Management of the Difficult Gallbladder

Join us as we discuss surgical management options for the difficult gallbladder. Is it better to open or proceed with a laparoscopic subtotal cholecystectomy? If the latt

Episode 41 - Acute Colonic Pseudo-Obstruction (aka Ogilvie's Syndrome)

Bowel obstructions may be due to mechanical or functional causes. Although acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO) falls into the latter category, we must ALWAYS rule out

Episode 40 - Acute Mesenteric Ischemia

Whether due to occlusive or nonocclusive obstruction of the arterial inflow or obstruction of venous outflow, acute mesenteric ischemia (AMI) continues to be associated w

Episode 39 - Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections (NSTIs)

Rare. Morbid. Lethal. NSTIs area group of infections which result in aggressive tissue destruction, systemic toxicity, and can involve any layer of the soft tissue. The k

Episode 38 - Cricothyrotomy Considerations with Scott Weingart

Dr. Scott Weingart joins us on Rounds to discuss a topic that's of great interest to the both of us - surgical cricothyroidotomy. Tune in to hear how Scott's ap