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Percutaneous Transcatheter Treatment of Deep Venous Thrombosis: Techniques, Approaches, and Indications

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Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Introduction Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT) is a common vascular condition characterized by the formation of blood clots within the deep veins, predominantly in the lower extremities. Traditionally, the management of DVT also involves medical therapy with anticoagulants. Recent advancements in interventional radiology have also led to the development of percutaneous transcatheter …

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All About Otitis Externa

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Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Otitis Externa with Ear pain is a common complaint in healthcare. If you work in family practice, urgent care, or the emergency department, you will see patients with ear pain. Otitis media is a frequent diagnosis in patients with ear pain, especially during cold and flu season. Otitis externa is another …

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Concussions – They’re All in Your Head

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Rich Greene, PA-C Head injury and concussion are common outpatient complaints. This case-based approach will help you differentiate the types of concussion and their common management. Patient 1 A 3 year-old male, presenting to the Emergency Department (ED) after falling off the bed while jumping on it.  Patient hit their head on a tile floor …

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Sepsis – What’s the Best Approach?

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Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Sepsis is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition that is unfortunately all too common in hospitals. Healthcare providers must recognize the signs and symptoms of sepsis early and initiate prompt treatment to improve patient outcomes. But what is the best therapy for sepsis? Is it the CLOVERS treatment, or is it …

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Tibial Plateau Fractures

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Rob Beatty, MD FACEP The tibial plateau is the upper part of the tibia (shinbone), which forms a joint with the femur (thighbone), also along with the patella to form the knee joint. Fractures to the tibial plateau are common injuries that can occur from high-impact accidents such as motor vehicle accidents, falls from a …

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How to Manage Fingertip Avulsions

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Lindee Abe, APRN Fingertip avulsions and lacerations are common injuries in urgent care centers and emergency departments everywhere. Avulsions can happen any time of the year, but are most commonly seen in the warmer months. Lacerations that don’t involve muscle or tendon damage are straightforward. They can be treated easily in these settings. Mixed in …

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