Multisystem Organ Dysfunction Syndrome (MODS) in the PICU

Did you know that Multi-Organ Dysfunction Syndrome (MODS) can result from both infectious and non-infectious causes? In our latest episode, we delve deep into the pathophysiology of MODS, exploring how different organs interact and fail in sequence. We discuss key...

Acute Hydrocephalus in the PICU

In this episode, we discuss the case of a 15-year-old girl who presents with progressive headache, nausea, vomiting, and difficulty ambulating. Her condition rapidly evolves into altered mental status and severe hydrocephalus, leading to a compelling discussion about...
Approach Toxic Alcohol Ingestion in the PICU

Approach Toxic Alcohol Ingestion in the PICU

IntroductionHosts: Dr. Pradip Kamat (Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University) and Dr. Rahul Damania (Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital)Mission: A podcast dedicated to current and aspiring pediatric intensivists, exploring intriguing PICU cases and acute...
It’s Getting Hot in Here | Heat Stroke in the PICU

It’s Getting Hot in Here | Heat Stroke in the PICU

Introduction:Today, Dr. Rahul Damania, Dr. Pradip Kamat, and their guest,  Dr. Jordan Dent, discuss a critical case involving a 15-year-old male who collapsed during football practice due to exertional heat stroke. The discussion emphasizes the clinical...
Hemostatis and Coagulation in the PICU

Hemostatis and Coagulation in the PICU

IntroductionWelcome to PICU Doc On Call, a podcast dedicated to current and aspiring pediatric intensivists. I’m Dr. Pradip Kamat from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine, and I’m Dr. Rahul Damania from Cleveland Clinic...
PICU Doc on Call Shorts: Alveolar Gas Equation

PICU Doc on Call Shorts: Alveolar Gas Equation

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, where Dr. Pradip Kamat from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of Medicine and Dr. Rahul Damania from Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital delve into the intricacies of Pediatric Intensive Care Medicine. In this...
PICU Management of Malignant Hyperthermia

PICU Management of Malignant Hyperthermia

Welcome to PICU Doc On Call, A Podcast Dedicated to Current and Aspiring Intensivists.Hosts:Dr. Pradip Kamat: Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of MedicineDr. Rahul Damania: Cleveland Clinic Children’s HospitalIntroduction:Pediatric Intensive...
Approach to Calcium Channel Blocker Overdose

Approach to Calcium Channel Blocker Overdose

Show IntroductionWelcome to PICU Doc On Call, a podcast dedicated to current and aspiring intensivists.Hosted by Dr. Pradip Kamat and Dr. Rahul DamaniaCase PresentationA 14-year-old female with a history of depression and oppositional defiant disorder presents with...
Acute Bronchiolitis in the PICU

Acute Bronchiolitis in the PICU

Hosts:Pradip Kamat, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of MedicineRahul Damania, Cleveland Clinic Children’s HospitalIntroductionToday, we discuss the case of an 8-month-old infant with severe bronchospasm and abnormal blood gas. We’ll...
The Modified Bohr Equation

The Modified Bohr Equation

Hosts:Pradip Kamat, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University School of MedicineRahul Damania, Cleveland Clinic Children’s HospitalCase Introduction:6-year-old patient admitted to PICU with severe pneumonia complicated by pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress...