SecondShift
Health & Wellness Podcasts
Join Mike Verkest, Paramedic and EMS Training Officer, alongside World-Famous EMS Physician Dr. Ritu Sahni, MD, MPH as they talk about everything EMS. Current topics and trends, EMS advocacy, sports and everything in between. Mike and Ritu welcome the occasional special guest and are going to tackle some non-traditional EMS topics. So, sit back, relax and get ready to punch in for your SecondShift.
Location:
Russell Springs, Kentucky
Description:
Join Mike Verkest, Paramedic and EMS Training Officer, alongside World-Famous EMS Physician Dr. Ritu Sahni, MD, MPH as they talk about everything EMS. Current topics and trends, EMS advocacy, sports and everything in between. Mike and Ritu welcome the occasional special guest and are going to tackle some non-traditional EMS topics. So, sit back, relax and get ready to punch in for your SecondShift.
Twitter:
@secondshiftfbe
Language:
English
Contact:
6062710045
Website:
http://www.flightbridgeed.com/
Episodes
Episode 91 – Vaccine Straight Talk
9/3/2021
Bad information abounds. We wanted to get the band back together and give you a no-nonsense, non-political, non-biased easy to understand podcast about the COVID Vaccines (well, the mRNA versions) and talk about safety, efficacy and everything else you wanted to know. We want you to be able to share this with your non-medical friends and family who may be on the fence when it comes to getting vaccinated. Thanks for continuing to support our podcast! Did you know many of our episodes can also...
Duration:02:04:34
Episode 90 - Tired
8/6/2021
The weeks keep getting longer, more things are irritating, EMS providers are getting gunned down on calls, it’s too much. This is what we could muster. Are you feeling the same? Take a listen. Thanks for continuing to support our podcast! Did you know many of our episodes can also be watched? Be sure to check out the FlightBridgeED channel on YouTube! We appreciate your subscriptions and views! Be sure to leave us a review and rating!
Duration:00:56:54
Episode 89 - Surprise!
6/11/2021
Well, it was a hell of a long week and the boys just couldn’t muster the time or energy to meet up at the old church, so what did they do? Just logged on and did a spontaneous live!! New Ketamine LAW in Colorado, the Atlantic Magazine article on Paramedics and a tone more! Take a listen! Thanks for continuing to support our podcast! Did you know many of our episodes can also be watched ? Be sure to check out the FlightBridgeED channel on YouTube! We appreciate your subscriptions and views!...
Duration:00:56:24
Episode 88 - Welcome to the Shi** Show
6/11/2021
Mike and Ritu meet up IN PERSON for the first time Since January of 2020….and it shows! We were a little cattywampus and trying to find our groove and we did! We discuss all things EMS including a look at a newly released paper our friends at ESO released to Annals of Emergency Medicine. ! Thanks for continuing to support our podcast! Did you know many of our episodes can also be watched on YouTube? Be sure to check out the FlightBridgeED channel on YouTube! We appreciate your subscriptions...
Duration:01:06:04
Episode 87- EMS Week 2021
5/28/2021
Time for the annual EMS week episode! Mike and Ritu discuss all things EMS including a wrap up of FAST21! Thanks for continuing to support our podcast! Did you know most of our episodes can also be watched on YouTube? Be sure to check out the FlightBridgeED channel on YouTube! We appreciate your subscriptions and views! Be sure to leave us a review and rating!
Duration:01:11:39
Episode 86: Why is In-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Like a Box of Chocolates?
5/3/2021
Dr. Sahni was on vacation, but it was time to record, so we called in the bullpen! Dr. Jeff Jarvis, Dr. Peter Antevy, Ashley Liebig, and Tom Bouthillet join Mike Verkest as we discuss in-hospital cardiac arrest management and discuss why it seems they go better in the field.. Thank you for subscribing to the hottest podcast in EMS. We strive to bring you timely, pertinent EMS Information about relevant topics. Please share, rate and subscribe wherever you listen!
Duration:01:38:41
Episode 85: COVID - One. Year. Later.
3/25/2021
What a journey. For EMS providers, among other healthcare workers, the last year has been a living hell. Mike Verkest hosts SecondShift Podcast host Dr. Ritu Sahni, Along with fellow EMS Lighthouse Project Podcast host Dr. Jeff Jarvis, ESO Chief Medical Officer Dr. Brent Myers, and EMS Medical Director Andy McCoy and discuss what things have been like and what the future holds. Thank you for subscribing to the hottest podcast in EMS. We strive to bring you timely, pertinent EMS Information...
Duration:01:17:24
Episode 84: Disparity Part 2
3/11/2021
Does your service offer care equitably to all patients? Have you ever thought about it? Do you think there are any disparities in EMS care and, if so, to what extent does it impact the patients in your system? Drs. Sahni and Jarvis had a conversation about just this topic as part of ESO’s virtual WAVE conference. We did a live episode with Professor Jamie Kennel on his work, so we will call this part II! We appreciate having ESO as a partner in EMS! Be sure to RESUBSCRIBE if you haven't...
Duration:00:33:23
Episode 83: 4th Annual Protocol Review!
1/19/2021
Mike and Ritu are joined by Dr. John Turner for the annual protocol update! This is a staple of the SecondShift Podcast that goes back to around 2016. We even lost an episode somewhere along the way..Anyway, the real reason we do this episode is for folks to hear about what we do, and to hear what's new with you! Sit back, watch the video version on YouTube or Facebook and chill with us! Thanks for making the SecondShift the fastest growing podcast on the network! Please leave us a great...
Duration:01:30:49
Episode 82: Disparity in EMS Care?
12/31/2020
Mike and Ritu are joined by Professor Jamie Kennel for a special LIVE broadcast in this important episode. Do you unconsciously treat people differently? We look at the work being done in this area of research…PS, the answer is yes…we do. Sit back, watch the video version on YouTube or Facebook and chill with us! Thanks for making the SecondShift the fastest growing podcast on the network! Please leave us a great review on iTunes or wherever you listen! We appreciate you so much.
Duration:00:57:47
Episode 81: mRNA Vaccines
12/16/2020
Mike and Ritu are joined by Doctors Jeff Jarvis and Hayden Smith for a special LIVE broadcast in this important episode. This is an IMPORTANT episode that should affect every EMS Provider. Our Guest, Dr. Smith had the same questions you do about mRNA vaccines and wanted the answers. Having his background, he went on a journey of discovery and broke it down for us. Please share this widely to get the discussion going. Sit back, watch the video version on YouTube or Facebook and chill with us!...
Duration:01:26:23
Episode 80: Beta DEA Rules
10/13/2020
Mike and Ritu are LIVE in this important episode. 5 years ago we started the discussion on the issue of the Controlled Substance Act of 1970 and how there were no provisions for EMS. The DEA came to the table to explain the conundrum we are in as an industry. There was only one option. CHANGE THE LAW! Well, guess what. That is exactly what was done. 3 years later, we finally have a draft version of the rules to comply with the law and Mike and Ritu break it down. This is an IMPORTANT episode...
Duration:01:40:41
Episode 79: From Zero to MikeyV - Makeover Tips
10/6/2020
Mike and Ritu are getting you back up to date on EMS. More COVID, Ketamine, and a quick overview of a couple of recent studies...TXA in TBI and Intra-arrest transport. You always have a leg up on early releases here on YouTube! The audio podcast will be out in a week or so! Thanks for subscribing to the FlightBridgeED Channel! Sit back, watch the video version on YouTube and chill with us! Thanks for making the SecondShift the fastest growing podcast on the network! Please leave us a great...
Duration:01:08:15
Episode 78: The Unnamed Episode
9/7/2020
Who is tired? Mike and Ritu are tired. This episode we talk about convalescent plasma, CDC data, Ketamine… to quote Mike, "What fresh hell will September bring?" Sit back, watch the video version on YouTube and chill with us! Thanks for making the SecondShift the fastest growing podcast on the network! Please leave us a great review on iTunes or wherever you listen! We appreciate you so much.
Duration:00:55:58
Episode 77: Bobby is a dead man…
8/20/2020
Ok, who said Ritu could take time off? Really? In the middle of a PANDEMIC? Fine…I guess we will throw it way back to 2015 and bring Eric back. Mr. Excitement and I discuss "the situation", body cameras in EMS among other things! Sit back, watch the video version on YouTube and chill with us! Thanks for making the SecondShift the fastest growing podcast on the network! Please leave us a great review on iTunes or wherever you listen! We appreciate you so much.
Duration:01:11:49
Episode 76: Christmas in July
7/27/2020
Mike and Ritu are back at it in the first ever Video Podcast. While at first glance it may seem like just a video, but the reality is, its edited and produced to give you a little more than just an audio experience! This episode we are talking about the Situation, Ketamine is back in the news again, and we welcome Mark Terry, who is the Chief Certification Officer for the NREMT to discuss a new program for EMS physicians to get certified as an EMT or Paramedic! Thanks for making the...
Duration:01:24:58
Episode 75: Adventures in HIPAAland
7/3/2020
Mike and pinch hitter Dr. Jeff Jarvis were joined by Samantha Johnson, Esq, MBA, MHA is a Senior Associate General Counsel for Grady Health System, one of the largest public academic healthcare systems in the United States and is also the Chair of the In-House Counsel Association of the Georgia Hospital Association. She serves as an adjunct professor for the Georgia State University College of Law and the Georgia State University J. Mack Robinson College of Business. We discussed everything...
Duration:01:30:51
Episode 74: Racial Disparities in EMS
6/15/2020
Mike and Ritu welcome G Wade, an old co-worker and friend of Dr. Sahni, who shares his perspective on current events, which leads to a broader discussion of Diversity in EMS. Aired initially via Facebook Live on June 11, 2020., the video is available on both Youtube and Facebook. Thanks for making the SecondShift the fastest growing podcast on the network! Please leave us a great review on iTunes or wherever you listen! We appreciate you so much. Thanks for trusting FlightBridgeED for your...
Duration:01:06:48
Episode 73: Special Guest Episode with the Sklar Brothers
6/1/2020
Mike and Ritu are joined by the Sklar Brothers as they spread the thanks to all of our workers on the front lines! Thanks for making the SecondShift the fastest growing podcast on the network! Please leave us a great review on iTunes or wherever you listen! We appreciate you so much. Thanks for trusting FlightBridgeED for your EMS education and entertainment desires!
Duration:01:15:57
Episode 72: Winds of Change?
5/20/2020
Mike and Ritu are joined by Dr. Jeff Jarvis for another happy hour! This episode had it all..Vote by maik, COVID, COVID Testing, Pressures from SGA nd their effect on the patient and MORE! This is a replay of our FlightBrideED LIVE from 5.14.20 Thanks for making the SecondShift the fastest growing podcast on the network! Please leave us a great review on iTunes or wherever you listen! We appreciate you so much. Thanks for trusting FlightBridgeED for your EMS education and entertainment...
Duration:01:40:11