Teaching and learning
We explain something, everyone nods, and a week later we’re explaining it again. Sound familiar? A bit of educational theory can help us work out what to try next.
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Writing from EMCON 2026 in Mumbai, Iain Beardsell considers how technology can help doctors learn without replacing the people who teach them. A missed diagnosis, a call for help and the difficulty of finding time to talk raise questions about trust, supervision and becoming ready for independent practice.
St Emlyn's briefing | October 2026 Ed - this is a long read which is not our usual style, but there is much to be covered here. I hope you make it to the end (and some great references and further reading).
We are seeing more e-scooters on our streets and more patients presenting after coming off them. They are readily available, often ridden without helmets, and quite commonly ridden by children.
How do you decide when you don't have all the information? Iain Beardsell revisits Tactical Trauma to explore the judgements behind major incident care, triage, eCPR and trauma ECMO.
Communication is SO important in the resus room. Making sure that your message is heard and understood is really important.
Trauma Team Leader TipsMajor Trauma
A practical guide to the “stacking” technique for catastrophic midface bleeding in an intubated patient. Covers airway protection, facial support and nasal balloon tamponade, alongside the team and equipment needed for this temporary rescue measure.
Practical perspectives on trauma care and team leadership.
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