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The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine

Dr. Ken Milne
Emergency Medicine
Ketamine
Pain Management
Acute Aortic Syndrome
Acute Pain
Incrementum 2025
Large Vessel Occlusion Strokes
Clinical Decision Tools
Intravenous Ketamine
Nebulized Ketamine
Acute Aortic Dissection
Point Of Care Ultrasound
Sepsis
Patient Behavior
Workplace Violence
Andexanet Alpha
Public Healthcare
Spain
Mental Health
D-Dimer Testing

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Date: Sept 16, 2025 Reference: Prada et al. Evaluation of the evidence on acetaminophen use and neurodevelopmental disorders using the Navigation Guide methodology. Environ Health. August 2025 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Andrew Martin is an emergency physicia... more

Date: August 12, 2025. This is an SGEM Xtra, and today, we’re putting on our conference lanyards and boarding passes to talk about one of the most exciting events in the global EM calendar, IncrEMentuM 2026. For those who did not attend IncrEMentuM 2... more

Date: August 12, 2025 Article: FDA Approved and Ineffective by Jeanne Lenzer and Shannon Brownlee. June 5, 2025. The Lever. Guest Skeptic: Jeanne Lenzer is a long-time medical investigative journalist and returning SGEM guest. Her previous work, incl... more

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Recent Guests

Jeanne Lenzer
Longtime medical investigative journalist
The Lever
Episode: SGEM Xtra: Tell Me Lies, Sweet Little Lies – FDA Approved & Ineffective
Jerome Hoffman
Longtime friend of the SGEM and mentor in evidence-based medicine
Episode: SGEM Xtra: Tell Me Lies, Sweet Little Lies – FDA Approved & Ineffective
William Toon
A paramedic with 50 years of continuous EMS certification, recognized expert and educator in emergency medicine.
Episode: SGEM#484: The Warrior – Pharmacological Interventions for the Acute Treatment of Hyperkalemia
Dr. Gillian Schmitz
Emergency medicine physician practicing in the Naval Medical Center in San Diego, former president of the American College of Emergency Physicians.
Naval Medical Center San Diego
Episode: SGEM Xtra: Now and Forever – A League of Their Own (Women in EM)
Kara Otterness
Lead author of the study on TENS for low back pain
Stony Brook Medicine
Episode: SGEM#483: Electricity – TENS Units for Treating Back Pain
Lauren Westafer
Assistant Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine
University of Massachusetts Medical School, Bay State
Episode: SGEM#483: Electricity – TENS Units for Treating Back Pain
Dr. James Chamberlain
Pediatric emergency medicine attending physician and director of data analytics and informatics
Children's National Hospital
Episode: SGEM#482: Seize the Day with Ketamine and Midazolam for Pediatric Status Epilepticus
Timothy Caulfield
Canadian professor of law at the University of Alberta and research director of its Health Law Institute
University of Alberta
Episode: SGEM Xtra: Illusion – What you Don’t Know and Why it Matters
Kirsty Challen
Consultant in emergency medicine in the UK and evidence-based medicine advocate.
Episode: SGEM#481: Shot Through the Chart And You’re to Blame – But Can We Intervene?

Hosts

Ken Milne
Skeptical host with extensive knowledge in emergency medicine and a commitment to evidence-based practice.
Dennis Wren
Skeptical host with a focus on emergency alongside thought-provoking discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 245 ratings
  • Excited Delirium

    First time listener to the podcast. Like the in depth analysis. E D seems like a very convenient entity/excuse for police to use that in their report (BTW How can a human exhibit “superhuman” qualities?) If that is really a “thing,” if a person were to be exhibiting that behavior, and the police did not intervene (i.e) put a knee on the person’s neck, would the person still have died?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kiddynurse
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent topics

    Met Dr Milne personally at a conference this week- he is so so personable and intelligent. What a gem and wealth of knowledge!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pinkrunner87
    United States2 years ago
  • Hard to trust

    Muscle relaxants

    A physician that cannot pronounce drug names and thinks people are statistics. No individualized medicine? A study shows if a drug works for a population, not an individual

    You should check the new literature on ‘the placebo effect’ because it turns out not to be what you believe it is.

    P.S. Methocarbamol does a decent job combined with cannabis, especially since nsaids give me mouth ulcers.

    P.P.S. Osteopaths (competent ones) can release that spasm completely at least 7... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Asciguy
    United States3 years ago
  • Political

    I am here to learn about emergency medicine....not to be preached to about race relaions...ughhh.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gorsh
    Canada4 years ago
  • Top drawer

    SGEM is my new fave EM podcast - wish I’d found it earlier! Great work Ken - keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tombaul
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Reviews highlight the knowledgeable hosts and their ability to communicate challenging concepts in an accessible manner, making it enjoyable for both seasoned practitioners and students.
The show is considered a valuable resource for healthcare professionals looking to stay updated on evidence-based practices in emergency medicine.
Listeners appreciate the podcast for its engaging discussions that blend humor and critical analysis of complex medical topics.

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SGEM Xtra: Illusion – What you Don’t Know and Why it Matters
Q: Can you expand or explain why intellectual humility is a necessity as an anecdote to misinformation?
Caulfield describes intellectual humility as crucial for recognizing uncertainty in evidence, which tends to lead to a better understanding of the evidence and reduces susceptibility to misinformation.
SGEM Xtra: Illusion – What you Don’t Know and Why it Matters
Q: Why did you decide to attack this sort of idea that this certainty is just an illusion?
Caulfield points out that he believes we're in the middle of a knowledge crisis, emphasizing the social forces and incentives that promote misinformation and undermine genuine understanding.
SGEM#480: In the End It Doesn’t Even Matter: Oral Olanzapine or Diazepam for Pediatric Agitation
Q: What do you think?
It's really hard to find the perfect oral medication to achieve adequate sedation in educated pediatric patients.
SGEM#480: In the End It Doesn’t Even Matter: Oral Olanzapine or Diazepam for Pediatric Agitation
Q: What is the clinical question that we are asking on today's episode?
Is oral lanzipine or oral diazepam more effective in achieving successful sedation in pediatric patients with acute severe behavioral disturbances?
SGEM #479: Light Em Up Up Up (CT) or Not for Pediatric Blunt Abdominal Trauma?
Q: What is the risk for intra-abdominal injuries requiring acute intervention in children with one or two positive PCARN intra-abdominal injury rule variables?
Few children with one or two positive variables actually have intra-abdominal injury requiring acute intervention, especially if their GCS is below 14.

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This show offers a critical perspective on contemporary issues in emergency medicine, focusing on the intersection of clinical practice and evidence-based research. Episodes frequently feature in-depth discussions on diverse topics including the FDA's drug approval process, the efficacy of various treatment methods, and the implications of gender equity in emergency care. A distinctive element of the content is its blend of skepticism and humor, making complex medical subjects more accessible and engaging for healthcare professionals. Furthermore, the program showcases insights from experts along with case studies, reinforcing the importance of critical appraisal in clinical decision-making. Potential listeners interested in the latest adva... more

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1. Jeanne Lenzer
2. Jerome Hoffman
3. William Toon
4. Dr. Gillian Schmitz
5. Kara Otterness
6. Lauren Westafer
7. Dr. James Chamberlain
8. Timothy Caulfield

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