Jun 1, 2026

The opioid epidemic has become supercharged in the past 10-15 years, first with the widespread replacement of heroin by the more potent fentanyl and more recently with the introduction of alpha agonists such as xylazine and medetomidine into the drug supply. Peter Lorenz, MD, sits down with...

Apr 17, 2026

Hand injuries may look minor, but missed diagnoses can mean permanent disability. In this episode, EMRA*Cast host Maiya Smith, MD, is joined by PGY-3 Orthopedic Surgery resident Dr. Tyler Thorne to break down the high-yield hand exam and walk through can’t-miss cases like Seymour fractures, central slip injuries, and...

Mar 13, 2026

In this EMRA*Cast episode of Bridging Health and Humanity, host Natalie Hernandez speaks with Dr. Maya Yiadom, MD, MPH, MSCI, an associate professor and director of Precision Analytics and Data Integration in Emergency Medicine at Stanford, about how artificial intelligence is reshaping emergency care. 

They discuss...

Feb 17, 2026

This week on EMRA*Cast, Dr. Jay Kaplan shares compelling insights on the evolution of emergency medicine and the art of being a 'people doctor.' Join host Blythe Fiscella, MD, for a heartfelt conversation that's sure to inspire! Get tips on overcoming moral injury, finding your fit in medicine, and running a marathon...

Feb 1, 2026

Dr. Sean Nordt is an emergency physician, toxicologist, pharmacist, and educator with deep expertise at the intersection of clinical toxicology, addiction medicine, and frontline emergency care. As a former Poison Center director, he brings a wealth of insight to a discussion with host Dr. Lauren Rosenfeld. Let's get...