British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative’s Post

I had my heart shocked in the ER yesterday. Is that a big deal? Well, yes and no. Yes, because the doctor had to send 100 joules of electricity through my heart to convert it from AFib to its normal sinus rhythm. No, because I knew exactly what to expect. I was the patient yesterday, but I’m also a cardiologist. I’ve been on both sides of the bed.  And that’s exactly why I became a patient advocate even after I had to retire for my own medical reasons. Here’s what I knew yesterday that most other people wouldn’t have the benefit of knowing: ·      When I felt my heart do that little flip-floppy thing, I knew I was in AFib ·      How to use my Apple Watch to confirm it ·      That the brain fog and fatigue were caused by the abnormal rhythm ·      That my heart might convert back to normal on its own (although it didn’t) ·      The importance of getting it treated in the first 48 hours, especially if you’re not on blood thinners like me (it’s not my first rodeo!) ·      To stop eating because I knew there was a good chance I’d have a procedure ·      Where to go – I’d need an ER; urgent care clinics don’t have the equipment ·      And that I’d be back to normal by the end of the day – and I was! Being back at EvergreenHealth, the hospital where I used to practice, reminded me of exactly why I do this. Everyone should be confident in their care – before, during, and after. The doctors, nurses, and staff provide amazing care, but they can’t be with you 24/7. That’s where I step in as a patient advocate - so I can answer those questions and guide people through our complex healthcare system. It’s my opportunity to keep giving back in a field I love. This month, in honor of American Heart Month, I’ll also be sharing heart tips for everyone. #patientadvocate #healthandwellness

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Why choose Mainline Wellness for your iron IV treatment? While many clinic options offer iron IV treatment, we want to highlight Mainline's strengths and explain why it might be the right choice for you. We believe that patients deserve the very best care, to have their fears addressed and allayed by clear explanations every step of the way. We welcome questions and believe in the power of education. 1. Safety and Competency: When choosing your IV iron treatment, choose staff trained in Emergency medicine. Mainline Wellness is owned and operated by two Emergency Physicians. The clinic's founding principle is to help patients feel better and live fuller lives through safe and timely access to IV therapy. 2. Peace of Mind: Mainline wellness staff see it as their job to put patients at ease. Being trained in emergency medicine gives our team education and experience in managing all forms of medical situations, including stressful occurrences, although unlikely. When you come to Mainline, you are choosing highly trained staff. 3. Comfort: Patients like to sit in our large, comfortable chairs with a blanket during treatment and are able to relax with a book or movie on their phone. We take care of our patients so that they feel calm and cared for. 4. What people are saying about Mainline Wellness: Google Reviews posted publicly this past month, June 2024 https://lnkd.in/g8HBwnnQ Thank you to our amazing patients. We love the work that we do. #iviron #mainlinewellness #ironinfusion #lowirontreatment #irondeficiency #health #wellness 

February is American Heart Month. Did you know that Marquis Health Consulting Services has 12 centers that are Heart Failure Certified by the American Heart Association? This includes all 5 centers along the Jersey Shore ❤️ Coral Harbor Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center ❤️ Crest Pointe Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center ❤️ Willow Springs Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center ❤️ The Jewish Home for Rehabilitation & Nursing ❤️ Seacrest Rehabilitation & Healthcare What does it mean to be AHA Certified? Benefits For Patients Access to centers focused on treating heart failure and its co- morbidities. Confidence that the centers can provide the most effective heart failure treatment strategies. Assurance that the center has been vetted and is recognized by the American Heart Association, based on professional evaluation criteria designed by heart failure experts. Benefits For Referring Hospitals Improved readmission rates due to unnecessary readmissions and possible savings. Enhanced continuum of care for the patient through improved care coordination and communication between the Hospital and Facility.  Opportunity to demonstrate quality of care through patient outcomes.  Confidence of certification built on the Association's science and guidelines. Benefits For Certified Facilities Validation of a level of expertise that only the American Heart Association can offer.   Access to a national collaborating network sharing best practices and support.  (Source: www.heart.org) #nextlevel #allinwithheart #hereforyou #AHA #CardiacCare #HeartFailure

EMERGENCY ROOM referral webinar TOMORROW! Tune in on July 16th as Dr. Evan Katz DC, alongside emergency medicine expert Dr. Shannon Sovndal MD, discusses the pivotal role of direct referrals in patient care continuity. This session will focus on the integration of chiropractic and specialty care in emergency medicine, aiming to streamline patient transfers from the ER to specialized treatments. Gain actionable insights into building a collaborative healthcare environment that ensures swift and effective patient care. In this webinar, you’ll learn: How emergency room workflows can integrate chiropractic and specialized referrals to improve patient care. The importance of building professional networks between ER teams and specialists to facilitate quick and effective patient referrals. Insightful discussions from real-world experiences of doctors on the front lines, focusing on practical strategies for seamless patient transitions from emergency care to follow-up treatments. Join Professionally Integrated today to become part of a dynamic referral network that connects you with other healthcare professionals, expanding your reach and enhancing your practice’s capabilities. This network is not only for chiropractors but is also ideal for physical therapists, physiatrists, osteopaths, occupational therapists, personal injury attorneys, and other specialists seeking to build professional relationships and improve patient care through collaborative practice. Date: July 16, 2024 Time: 6:30 pm MST + Live Q&A FREE registration for Gold and Premium Members of the Professionally Integrated site. $500 for Non-Members. Here’s the link to the event for members. They must be logged in to see the event page. https://lnkd.in/gvTRj64w   When we offer an event to non-members (paid), they must use a different link: https://lnkd.in/gHEdt2bj #professionallyintegrated #chiropractor #chiropractic #referral #newpatients #personalinjury #opioidalternative

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I enjoyed reading this short yet straight to the point article published in BMJ this June. A subject I advocate for but find difficult to address, ethically, religiously, socially, and personally. It is truly remarkable the number of ways the modern ICU could push death away. In striving to extend life, we risk overshadowing the importance of a peaceful and dignified death. Dying patients in the ICU would spend weeks ultimately becoming unrecognizable, with bruised edematous skin, oozing from all the blood draws, with plastic tubes placed in more body areas than we can count. The physical transformations are heart-wrenching to witness. Families struggle to reconcile the person they knew with the frail, suffering individual before them. In such long term critically ill patients, I sometimes ask the family about their loved ones life before the illness, what they did for a living, how they spent their days, etc…in an effort to humanise the ICU experience as much as possible. The burden of these realities weighs heavily on me as a critical care physician. Each decision to continue aggressive treatment comes with the nagging question of whether we are truly serving the best interests of our patients. The healthcare system, which sometimes incentivises hospitals and physicians (fee-for-service), often leaves little room for discussions about quality of life and the natural process of dying. This creates an environment where patients linger in a state of suspended suffering, caught between life and death. The role of a critical care physician is a difficult and delicate balancing act between saving lives and acknowledging the limitations and potential harms of our interventions. The drive to use every available resource to prolong life must be tempered with compassion, ethical reflection, and a holistic understanding of what it means to provide true humanistic care (in contrast to mechanistic impersonal care). It is essential to advocate for a system that values not just the quantity of life, but its quality, ensuring that our patients can live—and die—with dignity. #palliative #criticalcare #icu #intensivecare

5 Tips When Looking at EKGs in Urgent Care Jennifer Carlquist, PA-C, and course director of The Urgent Care EKG Course shares a few helpful tips when looking at EKGs from patients in urgent care. https://loom.ly/57spXoI

Imagine waking up with no memory of the past few weeks. This is a reality for many ICU patients. Amidst the beeps and buzzes of machines, a simple, ancient tool emerges as a beacon of hope: a diary. Why a diary, you ask? For someone emerging from the haze of critical illness, a diary serves as a bridge connecting lost days. It's not just a collection of medical updates; it's a narrative of survival, penned with compassion by the caretakers and loved ones who stood by when time seemed to stand still. Research shows that these diaries can significantly reduce the incidence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in patients after their ICU stay. They offer clarity and understanding, filling in the blanks of lost time. But their power extends beyond the patient - they provide a therapeutic outlet for families and a reflective tool for healthcare professionals, promoting empathy and understanding in the bustling environment of an ICU. Yet, this practice is not as widespread as one might hope. Let's advocate for the simple, yet profound impact of keeping a diary for ICU patients. Share this post to spread awareness. And if you know someone working in healthcare, encourage them to consider this practice. It's a small act that can profoundly touch the lives of patients and their families. We are making a difference, one diary entry at a time. Post-ICU, the Digital Diary that Cares #PostICU #ICURecovery #CriticalCare #Diary

🚑🌟 Top 20 Emergency Medicine Conferences for 2024 🌟🚑 In the ever-evolving field of emergency medicine, staying updated with the latest advancements and best practices is essential for providing optimal patient care. Attending conferences tailored to emergency medical professionals is one of the most effective ways to accomplish this. Discover the top 20 emergency medicine conferences in this eMedEvents blog and explore unparalleled opportunities to engage, network, and collaborate with industry experts. Click here: https://bit.ly/42TMEKV 📚💼 Looking ahead to 2024, several prominent conferences promise to be invaluable resources for healthcare practitioners seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills. Find the best conferences to boost your expertise and stay at the forefront of emergency medicine in this blog. #EmergencyMedicine #Conferences2024 #MedicalEducation #CME #HealthcareProfessionals #Networking #ProfessionalDevelopment #eMedEvents