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The ER Break Room

Michael Petrauskisemergency.med.ufl.edu
This is the University of Florida Department of Emergency Medicine podcast. Its purpose is to enhance the culture of the department by featuring interviews, initiatives, and accomplishments in a fun, relaxed approach.
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Episodes

Operational Quick Hits - August 2025

In this mini-episode, a summary of recent operational changes are delivered in a fun, conversational way. Updates include: 1. Policy regarding interaction with consultants 2. Social work rounding and barriers to discharge 3. Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit (MSTU) updates

Aug 12, 202513 minSeason 3Ep. 18

Dr. Judy Lucas and Dr. Graham Clifford

Check out the latest episode of The ER Break Room featuring a conversation with pediatric emergency medicine physician Dr. Judy Lucas about her life and career. We also get an update from alumnus Dr. Graham Clifford from Hawaii where he lives and practices. Dr. Gabe Gomez and the second-year medical students from the Ultrasound Interest Group winning 2nd and 3rd place at SonoSmackdown 2025 in Miami: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7305195804468600834 Event medicine physician...

May 04, 20251 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 17

Dr. Ashley Dawson and Nurse Coordinator Taylor Smith

Chief Resident Dr. Ashley Dawson reveals the fellowship match, and Adult Emergency Department Nurse Coordinator Taylor Smith discusses her career and the roles nurses perform to keep our department humming.

Jan 07, 202542 minSeason 3Ep. 16

Amy Smith and Dr. Jeffrey Katz

Season 3 of The ER Break Room kicks off with an interview with a Department of Emergency Medicine veteran and Human Resources Generalist II Amy Smith as well as a check-in with recent graduate Dr. Jeffrey Katz. As always, I lead off with updates and Highs of the Month. Dr. Beulah Augustin's SAEM24 Basic Science Award for Best Abstract and Presentation: https://emergency.med.ufl.edu/2024/09/12/dr-beulah-augustin-receives-saem-basic-science-award-for-best-abstract-and-presentation/ UF LSU Football...

Oct 14, 202433 minSeason 3Ep. 15

Dr. Torben Becker

Get to know the force of nature that is Dr. Torben Becker including his passion for resuscitation from the pre-hospital setting into the ED and then the ICU and his life-saving work in Ghana. Dr. Nick Maldonado on the Curbsiders Teach podcast on how to teach evidence-based medicine: https://thecurbsiders.com/teach-podcast/37-teaching-evidence-based-medicine-with-dr-nicholas-maldonado 2024 Society of Academic Emergency Medicine Foundation Emerging Infectious Disease and Preparedness Grant - "Moto...

Jun 17, 202453 minSeason 2Ep. 14

Dr. Lars Beattie & Residency Match

In this episode, we peel back the layers of Dr. Lars Beattie's life and he unpacks this year's residency match. UF Health ECPR saves its first life: https://www.firstcoastnews.com/article/news/health/they-said-i-died-four-times-uf-health-saves-first-patient-from-cardiac-arrest-using-extracorporeal-cardiopulmonary-resuscitation/77-8642dafd-76ce-4c1b-aa7d-862ac1effb2d Dr. Colleen Gutman's publication which won the SAEM Academy of Women in Academic Emergency Medicine First Author Research Publicati...

Apr 27, 20241 hr 9 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Dr. Dave Meurer and Fellowship Match with Dr. Justin Sauter

Dr. Dave Meurer reflects upon his life and three decades as a University of Florida attending physician, and chief resident Dr. Justin Sauter discusses where our residents ended up in this year's fellowship match.

Mar 15, 20241 hr 11 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Dr. Brandon Allen

Join Dr. Brandon Allen and I as we discuss aspects of his life and career that touch on many themes of past episodes, including athletics, family, and research. I am Human: Transforming the Culture of Medicine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCZCiZ0K57M

Jan 28, 20241 hr 17 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Research with Dr. Faheem Guirgis and Matt Shaw

Vice Chair of Research Dr. Faheem Guirgis talks about his career and vision for the department's research mission. Matt Shaw explains how he got into research in emergency medicine and his role in clinical trials. Free UF counseling information and appointment request: https://eap.ufl.edu/counseling/on-campus-therapists/ Dr. Carolyn Holland is a musician with The Gainesville Pops! https://www.gainesvillepops.com/ Dr. Faheem Guirgis was a guest on the Society of Academic Emergency Medicine’s Emer...

Dec 06, 20231 hr 10 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Dr. Jennifer Light and the Pediatric ER

Learn about the life and career of legendary Dr. Jennifer Light, how the Pediatric ER was founded, and how to be happy in retirement.

Aug 18, 202350 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Physician Athlete Edition - Dr. David Roberts and Julian Smith

Hear the perspective of UF undergraduate student-athlete swimmer and NCAA Champion Julian Smith who has been interning in the Department of Emergency Medicine. Marvel at the extraordinary life and mindset of Residency Assistant Program Director and Olympic bronze medalist Dr. David Roberts. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Roberts_(pole_vaulter) https://olympics.com/en/athletes/david-luther-roberts https://floridagators.com/sports/mens-swimming-and-diving/roster/julian--smith/16062...

Jun 29, 202349 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Dr. Mary Patterson and Dr. Meredith Thompson

Discover Dr. Meredith Thompson's study findings regarding job satisfaction and workload among emergency medicine residency faculty, and learn about the remarkable career and life of the University of Florida Department of Emergency Medicine Chair Dr. Mary Patterson. ACEP Rock Star Volunteer Dr. Tricia Swan https://www.acep.org/who-we-are/about-us/volunteering2/volunteering/volunteer-spotlight-tricia-swan A National Survey of Job Satisfaction and Workload Among Emergency Medicine (EM) Residency F...

May 22, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Frank Jurkiewicz

Get to know Vice Chair of Administrative Affairs Frank Jurkiewicz and hear about new initiatives from Chair Dr. Mary Patterson.

Jan 11, 202349 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Dr. Giuliano De Portu & Fellowship Match

Get to know Dr. Giuliano De Portu and learn where our residents have matched for fellowship. Links to Dr. Giuliano De Portu's artistic work: Instagram - @papabearuf www.giulianodeportu.com

Dec 06, 202223 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Introduction & Dr. Colleen Gutman

In this first episode, the podcast is introduced, Chair Dr. Mary Patterson previews upcoming events, and Assistant Professor Dr. Colleen Gutman is interviewed.

Nov 07, 202228 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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