WhiteBoard Medicine - Emergency And Critical Care
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Episodes

Monday Dec 15, 2025
Monday Dec 15, 2025
In this episode, we explore the advanced pathophysiology of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), diving deep into the molecular mechanisms and cellular processes that drive the progression of this life-threatening condition. Understanding ARDS at the pathophysiological level is critical for effective management and treatment in clinical settings.
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DISCLAIMER THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The information, including but not limited to, audio, text, graphics, images and other material contained on this website are for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen, and never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read, watched, or listened to on this video, or any other videos, reports, texts tweets or other sources.

Sunday Dec 14, 2025
Sunday Dec 14, 2025
Anaphylactic shock is a severe, life-threatening form of distributive shock caused by systemic hypersensitivity reactions and massive release of vasoactive mediators. It is characterized by hypotension, airway compromise, bronchospasm, and cutaneous findings such as urticaria and angioedema.
In this episode, we break down the pathophysiology of anaphylactic shock, classic clinical presentation, key hemodynamic patterns, and evidence-based management. We focus on early recognition, the critical role of intramuscular epinephrine, airway management, fluid resuscitation, and treatment of refractory shock.
We also review how to differentiate anaphylaxis from septic and neurogenic shock, discuss adjunctive therapies, and highlight major guideline recommendations from WAO, AAAAI, and NIAID/FAAN.
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Playlist on Shock: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf5bMa9_tvRjunk4I-rQZYPZn3qHqWFqW&si=kserFPPm7RYuhul-
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Saturday Dec 13, 2025
Saturday Dec 13, 2025
In this episode, we explore the different phenotypes of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), with a focus on severity, clinical, biomarker, and physiologically derived phenotypes. We dive into hyper inflammatory and hypo inflammatory phenotypes including their morbidity, mortality, and management differences. ARDS is a critical condition that requires timely and precise intervention to improve patient outcomes. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a medical student, or someone interested in respiratory care, this video provides an in-depth analysis of the best practices and latest research in ARDS phenotypes.
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DISCLAIMER THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The information, including but not limited to, audio, text, graphics, images and other material contained on this website are for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen, and never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read, watched, or listened to on this video, or any other videos, reports, texts tweets or other sources.

Friday Dec 12, 2025
Friday Dec 12, 2025
Endocrine shock refers to life-threatening shock states caused by hormonal deficiencies or endocrine crises that impair vascular tone, cardiac output, and metabolism. Unlike other forms of shock, endocrine shock is often diagnosed only after common causes such as sepsis, cardiogenic, or hypovolemic shock have been ruled out.
In this episode, we break down the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and hemodynamic patterns of the most important endocrine emergencies: adrenal crisis, myxedema coma, thyroid storm, and severe hypoglycemia. We focus on recognition of key clues such as refractory hypotension, bradycardia, hypothermia, electrolyte abnormalities, and metabolic collapse.
Management principles including IV hydrocortisone for adrenal crisis, thyroid hormone replacement for myxedema coma, beta-blockade and thionamides for thyroid storm, and dextrose for hypoglycemia are reviewed alongside guideline-based recommendations. This video is designed for emergency medicine, critical care, and internal medicine trainees as well as board exam preparation.
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Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) diagnosis can be complex, but is critically important. In this video, we dive into the complexities of diagnosing ARDS. We discuss the Berlin Criteria as a diagnostic approach before transitioning into the newer Global Definition of ARDS published in 2024. We compare and contrast these two diagnostic frameworks, review real-world examples, and discuss how to apply this clinically.
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Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Neurogenic shock is a form of distributive shock caused by loss of sympathetic tone after spinal cord injury, most commonly with lesions above T6. Unlike other shock states, it presents with hypotension, bradycardia, and warm, dry skin.
In this episode, we break down the pathophysiology of neurogenic shock, how to distinguish it from spinal shock, classic clinical findings, and high-yield hemodynamic patterns. We also review evidence-based management including fluid strategy, vasopressor selection, bradycardia treatment, and temperature control.
Guideline-based targets for spinal cord perfusion, including AANS/CNS MAP goals, are discussed along with critical trauma and ICU pearls. This video is designed for emergency medicine, critical care, trauma, and neurology trainees as well as board exam preparation.
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Tuesday Dec 09, 2025
Tuesday Dec 09, 2025
Minute ventilation, alveolar ventilation, and dead space are critical foundational concepts to understanding when working to master respiratory physiology. Learn about these critical topics in this episode!
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Monday Dec 08, 2025
Monday Dec 08, 2025
Cardiogenic shock is a life-threatening form of shock caused by primary cardiac pump failure, leading to severely reduced cardiac output despite adequate intravascular volume.
In this episode, we break down the physiology of cardiogenic shock, classic clinical presentations, hemodynamic patterns, and evidence-based management strategies. Major causes including acute myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, acute valvular failure, and cardiomyopathies are reviewed, along with practical bedside management pearls.
We also cover mechanical circulatory support options (IABP, Impella, VA-ECMO), vasoactive medications, and landmark trials including the SHOCK Trial, IABP-SHOCK II, and CULPRIT-SHOCK.
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Saturday Dec 06, 2025
Saturday Dec 06, 2025
Obstructive shock is a life-threatening form of circulatory failure caused by mechanical obstruction to cardiac filling or outflow, leading to decreased cardiac output and tissue hypoperfusion.
In this episode, we walk through obstructive shock physiology, classic clinical presentations, hemodynamic patterns, and high-yield management strategies for the most important causes: massive pulmonary embolism, cardiac tamponade, and tension pneumothorax.
We also highlight how bedside ultrasound (POCUS) can rapidly differentiate types of obstructive shock and guide definitive, life-saving interventions in the emergency department and ICU.
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Thursday Dec 04, 2025
Thursday Dec 04, 2025
Hypovolemic shock is a life-threatening condition caused by loss of intravascular volume, leading to decreased preload, reduced cardiac output, and impaired tissue perfusion. In this episode, we break down hypovolemic shock from first principles, focusing on physiology, hemodynamics, clinical presentation, and evidence-based management.
Link to YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hd4qVaBV_gg
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Youโll learn how hypovolemic shock differs from other shock states, how to recognize it at the bedside, and how to manage hemorrhagic vs non-hemorrhagic causes using fluids, blood products, and source control.
๐ Topics Covered: What hypovolemic shock is (and why it happens) Classic vitals & physical exam findings Hemodynamic profile: preload, CO, SVR, MAP Hemorrhagic vs non-hemorrhagic hypovolemia Fluid resuscitation vs blood transfusion TXA and balanced resuscitation (CRASH-2, PROPPR) High-yield board and bedside pearls
This episode is designed for medical students, residents, fellows, nurses, respiratory therapists, and critical care providers who want a clear, high-yield framework for mastering shock states in real clinical practice.
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