PEM Currents: The Pediatric Emergency Medicine Podcast
Brad Sobolewski, MD, MEdPEM Currents: The Pediatric Emergency Medicine Podcast is an evidence-based podcast focused on the care of ill and injured children in the Emergency Department. The host is Brad Sobolewski, MD, MEd author of PEMBlog.com and a Professor of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Cincinnati Children’s and the University of Cincinnati.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 150 | Founded | 14 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MedicineHealth & Fitness | |||
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In children with septic shock, does the choice between balanced crystalloids and 0.9% saline actually matter? This episode reviews the composition and physiologic differences between commonly used crystalloids, summarizes the 2026 PRoMPT BOLUS trial,... more
Embedded earrings are a common pediatric emergency department presentation that can usually be managed quickly and safely without procedural sedation. This episode reviews why earrings become embedded, how to distinguish uncomplicated earlobe cases f... more
Cyclospora is an uncommon but important cause of prolonged watery diarrhea in children, particularly during the summer months and during foodborne outbreaks. This episode reviews the epidemiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic pitfalls, treatment... more
Fishhook injuries are common, surprisingly nuanced, and honestly a little intimidating until you’ve removed a few. In this first episode of our Minor Procedures series, we’ll reel in the essentials of pediatric fishhook removal, helping you take the ... more
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- Golden nuggets
Fantastic brief overview giving me just what I need to understand important pediatric topics!
Apple Podcasts5sts02b
United States2 months ago - Mycoplasma
The best and timely.
Apple Podcasts5SOCPEDSUnited Statesa year ago - Great job!
I am so grateful for physicians and podcasts like this one! I have practiced for many years and love to be guided by trustworthy and benevolent providers like Brad. Thanks for your hard work… it is making a difference in the world!
Apple Podcasts5bettylloydUnited States4 years ago - Superb
Brad has succeeded in creating a hugely relevant useful concise paediatric podcast delivered in an engaging and natural style. This is an extremely high quality resource. Thanks!
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Apple Podcasts | #226 | United States/Health & Fitness/Medicine |
Apple Podcasts | #175 | United Kingdom/Health & Fitness/Medicine |
Apple Podcasts | #96 |  Australia/Health & Fitness/Medicine |
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PEM Currents delivers concise, evidence-based discussions on pediatric emergency care, spanning common ED topics, diagnostic pitfalls, and practical management strategies. Episodes emphasize clear communication with families, step-by-step procedures, and applying current guidelines to real-world pediatric emergencies. The host's clinical perspective and focus on safe, efficient care make it a practical resource for clinicians, residents, and medical educators seeking quick, actionable insights for the ED and urgent care settings. A standout is the consistently hands-on approach to procedures, diagnostics, and patient-family interaction, with an emphasis on evidence and contemporary best practices.
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1. The Cribsiders
2. Core EM - Emergency Medicine Podcast
3. Charting Pediatrics
4. Emergency Medical Minute
5. Pediatrics On Call
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this podcast launched 14 years ago and published 150 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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2. Emily Labudde
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