By Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Cardiac catheterization, known affectionately in the cardiology world as “cath,” is one of those procedures that sounds scarier than it is—until, of course, you’re the one lying on the table in a lead apron. But rest assured: cath isn’t just for show. It’s a cornerstone diagnostic and therapeutic tool in …
Airway emergencies require structured assessment, sound clinical judgment, and familiarity with appropriate interventions. We offer the Advanced and Difficult Airway Course to help healthcare providers strengthen their knowledge of airway management, stabilization, and intubation. Through progressive modules, clinical algorithms, instructional videos, and scenario-based learning, the course supports practical decision-making across routine, difficult, and failed-airway situations. …
By Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Let’s face it: you didn’t go to medical school just to be baffled by bicarbonate. And yet, here you are, Googling ‘how to interpret an anion gap’ during your night shift while stress-eating peanut butter. You’re not alone. Even seasoned providers occasionally misread routine labs. But if you’re new to …
By Rob Beatty, MD FACEP If you’ve ever stood at the bedside with sweat forming under your lead apron, the patient crashing, and your attending breathing down your neck like a hawk in a Patagonia fleece, then you know the existential crisis of choosing your central line site. Do you go neck-first with the internal …
Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is one of those things that makes emergency physicians groan, hospitalists reach for the Lovenox, and interventional radiologists quietly roll up their sleeves. It’s common, potentially dangerous, and deceptively simple—until it isn’t. This blog post unpacks the diagnostic approach to DVT, discusses treatment options with a focus …
Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Introduction In the rapidly changing landscape of healthcare, staying updated with the latest advancements and also best practices is paramount. Continuing Medical Education (CME) plays a crucial role in ensuring healthcare professionals maintain their knowledge and skills. This article explores current trends in CME, including the costs per credit, reimbursement for …
