ACEP Frontline

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Illinois Wins and Hosting ACEP26 with Dr. Kristen...

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/07/09

Recorded from the right field seats during a Chicago White Sox game, this special short episode of ACEP Frontline features Dr. Ryan Stanton with Illinois ACEP President Dr. Kristen Donaldson. The conversation highlights recent legislative victories that are strengthening emergency medicine and improving patient care across Illinois, while offering insights into the advocacy efforts that made those successes possible. Looking ahead, Dr. Donaldson shares what attendees can expect at ACEP26 as

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41:58

Pre-Hospital Whole Blood with Dr. Scott Branney

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/07/06

Recorded at the Colorado ACEP High Risk: Do Not Miss Conference in Beaver Creek, this episode of ACEP Frontline features Dr. Ryan Stanton and a presentation by Dr. Scott Branney on a growing trend in trauma and resuscitation, prehospital whole blood. As more EMS systems adopt whole blood programs, the discussion explores the evidence supporting earlier transfusion, the impact on patients with life-threatening hemorrhage, and why bringing blood to the point of injury has the potential to change

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20:13

Caring for Those in Custody with Dr. Alice Bukhman

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/06/29

Recorded at the 2026 Massachusetts ACEP Annual Meeting, this episode of ACEP Frontline features Dr. Ryan Stanton in conversation with Dr. Alice Bukhman on the unique challenges of caring for patients in custody. Emergency physicians frequently care for individuals who arrive under law enforcement supervision, creating situations where patient rights, medical ethics, safety, and legal considerations can intersect in complex ways. Dr. Bukhman discusses the physician's primary obligation to the

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54:19

So What: Snakebites with Spencer Greene

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/06/25

What do you do when a patient arrives with a venomous snakebite? Which bites are truly dangerous, when should antivenom be used, and what are the biggest myths that continue to circulate about snakebite management? On this episode of So What?, host Dr. Howie Mell sits down with one of the nation's leading experts on snake envenomation, Dr. Spencer Greene, for a practical, evidence-based discussion on the diagnosis and management of snakebites. From identifying clinically significant envenomations to

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23:08

Communicating Advocacy with Brad Fitch

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/06/22

Recorded at ACEP's Leadership and Advocacy Conference in Washington, DC, this episode of ACEP Frontline features a conversation between Dr. Ryan Stanton and communications strategist Brad Fitch on the art and science of effective advocacy. As emergency medicine faces increasing challenges at the local, state, and federal levels, the ability to communicate clearly and persuasively has never been more important. Fitch shares practical strategies for engaging policymakers, the media, hospital leaders,

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27:30

Rallying the ED Culture with Dr. Thom Mayer

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/06/15

On this episode of ACEP Frontline, Dr. Ryan Stanton sits down with Dr. Thom Mayer, emergency physician, leadership expert, and Medical Director of the NFL Players Association, for an inspiring conversation about restoring purpose, culture, and leadership in emergency medicine. Drawing from decades of experience leading teams in healthcare, sports, and crisis environments, Dr. Mayer discusses why culture is not a byproduct of the emergency department, but rather the foundation upon which performance,

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28:10

Inside Politics with Nathan Gonzales

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/06/08

On this episode of ACEP Frontline, Dr. Ryan Stanton sits down with political analyst and publisher of Inside Elections, Nathan Gonzales, for a timely discussion on the current political landscape in Washington, DC, and what it means for healthcare and emergency medicine. Recorded during ACEP’s Leadership and Advocacy Conference, the conversation explores the aftermath of recent elections, the shifting balance of power on Capitol Hill, and the key issues driving decision-making in Congress and the

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40:06

D-Dimer for Dissection and Evidence Update with Dr....

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/06/01

From the halls of Holy Cross College and the Massachusetts ACEP Conference, ACEP Frontline talks with Dr. Lauren Westafer for a high-yield discussion on two of emergency medicine’s most impactful diagnoses: aortic dissection and pulmonary embolism. Dr. Westafer breaks down the evolving evidence behind D-dimer testing, including the 2026 practice-changing data and ACEP clinical policy updates supporting the use of the Aortic Dissection Detection Risk Score combined with D-dimer to help safely risk

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31:51

CMS on Boarding with Dr. Sean Michael

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/05/25

Recorded live at the ACEP Leadership and Advocacy Conference, this episode of ACEP Frontline features a timely conversation with Dr. Sean Michael, Regional Chief Medical Officer for Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. As emergency departments across the country continue to face unprecedented crowding, prolonged boarding, staffing strain, and access challenges, Dr. Michael joins us to discuss how CMS is viewing the crisis and what potential policy “levers” may help address the growing

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43:15

Oregon CPOM Discussion with Rep. Ben Bowman

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/05/19

On this episode of ACEP Frontline, Ryan Stanton discusses the growing national conversation surrounding the corporate practice of medicine (CPOM) and Oregon’s landmark SB 951 legislation. Using the recent PeaceHealth news in Eugene as a backdrop, Dr. Stanton breaks down what CPOM means, why states are increasingly examining corporate influence in healthcare, and how Oregon lawmakers, led by Ben Bowman, crafted one of the strongest physician autonomy laws in the country. The episode explores the

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18:33

EoE in EM with Dr. David Carlberg

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/05/11

In this episode of ACEP Frontline, we sit down with Dr. David Carlberg to discuss eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), an increasingly recognized inflammatory condition of the esophagus that can present with food impactions, difficulty swallowing, chest discomfort, and chronic reflux-like symptoms. Dr. Carlberg breaks down the underlying causes of EoE, including the role of allergic and immune-mediated responses, while highlighting the importance of recognizing the condition in both pediatric and adult

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23:17

Rural Access and Advocacy with Dr. Aaron Kuzel - ACEP...

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/05/05

In this episode of ACEP Frontline, we sit down with Dr. Aaron Kuzel from the University of Louisville to discuss one of the most pressing challenges in healthcare today, protecting and expanding access to emergency care in rural America. From hospital closures and workforce shortages to increasing healthcare deserts across the country, rural communities continue to face growing barriers to timely emergency treatment. Dr. Kuzel shares his perspective on the critical role emergency physicians play in

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44:17

ER to the House with Dr. Venkat and Dr. Reeder - ACEP...

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/04/30

At the 2026 ACEP Leadership and Advocacy Conference in Washington, D.C., The Frontline sits down with emergency physicians turned state legislators Arvind Venkat and Tim Reeder for a candid conversation about bringing frontline experience into the halls of government. From balancing overnight shifts with legislative sessions to navigating the realities of healthcare policy, both physicians share how emergency medicine uniquely prepares doctors to advocate for patients beyond the bedside. The

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36:20

Downcodes and Denials with Dr. Jason Adler - CO ACEP

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/04/21

In this episode of ACEP Frontline, we hear from longtime friend of the show, Dr. Jason Adler, one of the most knowledgeable and respected voices in the world of revenue cycle management (RCM). Dr. Adler pulls back the curtain on the increasingly complex and often frustrating tactics used by insurers, including downcoding, denials, and other strategies that directly impact emergency physicians and the care we provide.This is more than a conversation about billing, it’s a deep dive into the financial

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23:50

Poisons from the Convenience Store with Dr. Mimi Lu -...

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/04/14

We join the Learning Lounge at Accelerate to hear from Dr. Mimi Lu with some of the most common and dangerous toxicology related encounters that we may encounter from the "convenience store". This is geared towards the pediatric population, but great information about threats that may seem benign because they are not restricted. ACEP Frontline is transitioning to a new hosting platform. If you only listen to the podcast from SoundCloud, we will no longer be updating that site. We will still be

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00:44:26

Task Interruptions and the Impact on EM Physicians...

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/04/06

How many times per shift(no matter what you do) do you get interrupted? Are you a good multitasker? In this session from Maine ACEP, we hear how these countless interruptions impact your flow, efficiency and (possibly) quality. Dr. Perron has a couple of exercises and then provides some tips and strategies to mitigate the impact of task interruptions in EM.

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00:43:20

Peds EM Chest Pain, Fevers, Sedation and Readiness...

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/04/01

In this episode, we chat with podcast regular and peds EM champion, Dr. Marianne Gausche-Hill, about her topics and leadership within the ACEP Pediatric Emergency Medicine Assembly as a part of Accelerate. We get the best nuggets of each talk and then wrap with a plug for the Pediatric Readiness Project.

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00:16:52

Acing the Test on Mentorship with Dr. Matthew Stull -...

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/03/25

In this episode, we talk about mentorship and the tips and opportunities we have as emergency physicians. Dr. Matthew Stull is a long time educator with the ACEP Teaching Fellowship and we sit down at Accelerate26 in San Diego.

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01:14:52

Pedsapalooza from PEM Assembly at Accelerate26

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/03/17

In this episode, we feature a series of discussions and a Q&A from the Pediatric EM Assembly at ACEP Accelerate in San Diego. We talk about back yard envenomations, poisons, and a number of peds humor moments.

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00:46:50

The Evaluation and Management of Pediatric Shock with...

ACEP Frontline ·

2026/03/10

In this episode from Accelerate 2026, we talk with peds EM legend and educator, Dr. Al Sacchetti, about the evaluation and management of shock in the pediatric EM population. Great information and nuggets for when children present to us in the ED.

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