Episodes

As cannabis use becomes more widespread, and more potent, clinicians need to be aware of its potential harms. NY Times article cited in show: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/04/us/cannabis-marijuana-risks-addiction.html?smid=...

If we clinicians are not at the table, then we will be on the menu.

If we provide care consistent with our patients’ values and preferences, we are good stewards of scarce resources and provide compassionate effective care. Sign up below to get every episode in your email: http://eepurl.c...

In this next podcast in the “Great Minds in Medicine” series, I sit down with Dr. Greg Johnson, Chief Physician Executive at Unity Point Health. We discuss the state of healthcare and healthcare equity. Unequal Treatment (200...

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In this latest Journal Club episode, Dr. Hassaballa discusses an article about potassium replacement after cardiac surgery. Could this be the beginning of a more sensible potassium replacement protocol? Study link: https://ja...

As we conclude Sepsis Awareness Month, Dr. Hassaballa discusses how the definition of sepsis changes depending on which insurance company the patient uses.

Some say drinking alcohol may prevent food poisoning. Umm…not really.

September 17 is Physician Suicide Awareness Day. I’ve seen the face of physician suicide, and it is devastating.

Dr. Rob Bessler, CEO of Honest Health and Founder of Sound Physicians, talks with Dr. Hassaballa about where healthcare in America needs to go.

In honor of Sepsis Awareness Month, Dr. Hassaballa remind us to always be on the lookout for sepsis, which can manifest as a variety of conditions.

In this episode, Dr. Hassaballa discusses the utmost importance of having advanced directives in place now, when you’re healthy and of sound mind. Living Will Link: https://www.legalzoom.com/marketing/estate-planning/living-w...

With the continuing decrease in physician reimbursement from CMS, Dr. Hassaballa has a conversation with Dr. Rob Zipper, CMO of Advisory Services of Sound Physicians. Links mentioned in episode: Dartmouth Atlas: https://data....

Dr. Hassaballa discusses a recent study about using noninvasive ventilation for preoxygenation prior to intubation. Study link: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2313680

Dr. Hassaballa shares advice for those students starting medical school.

As the 2024 Summer Olympic Games enter their final week, Dr. Hassaballa reflects on how wonderful it is to watch.

Just as important as battling critical illness, the battle against an ignoble death is crucial in the ICU. Dr. Hassaballa reflects.

As an Intensivist, I wage multiple battles in the ICU. In this latest episode, I reflect on what those battles are.

In this latest episode of Journal Club, Dr. Hassaballa discusses the latest evidence regarding stress ulcer prophylaxis. Article link: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2404245 This is a public episode. If you would...

CMS has proposed another cut in physician reimbursement. Really? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit healthcaremusings.substack.com

Dr. Hassaballa discusses a devastating case of toxic shock syndrome, and its pathology and pathophysiology. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, v...

In this latest lecture in his ICU Lecture series, Dr. Hassaballa delves into the contentious realm of litigation and how to mitigate its specter. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscrib...

In Part 4 of his series "Nights in the ICU," Dr. Hassaballa discusses acute stroke, blood pressure management, SATs, and what a true crystalloid bolus is. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other...

Dr. Hassaballa reflects on what it means to be an ICU Doctor and a father. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit healthcaremusings.substack.c...