Paediatric Intensivist, #PedsICU, clinical informatics, proud father, village organist and biker. Views my own.
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Matt Christopherson retweeted
A great review by @icmteaching, @Wilkinsonjonny and Dr Kasal discussing the use of #POCUS in the four phases of shock
BTW, nice blend of (patho-)physiology references & bedside applications!
So 28.5 years after playing for my last service, I made my debut on the organ bench at Evensong. 2 voluntaries, Anglican chant (new to me as the accompanist) and 3 hymns later, I made it through with only a few moments of terror!
Well, nearly 30 years after last playing a service and very nearly 40 years after singing as a boy, I have been persuaded to playing for my village church in the new year. Wish me luck!
Matt Christopherson retweeted
We are pleased to see our evidence reflected in the #Darzi Review and welcome the long overdue focus on children's health and the workforce.
We now call for swift action to address the specific challenges identified in the review. Read our response: rcpch.ac.uk/news-events/news…
ALT Infographic with blue background and white text that reads: "The findings of the Darzi Review confirm the concerns our members have been raising for years - our child health services are in crisis. Despite the best efforts of the child health workforce, chronic underinvestment and a lack of focus on children in health policy, has resulted in children in the UK having some of the worst health outcomes in Europe". The quote is signed by Dr Ronny Cheung, Officer for Health Services.
Matt Christopherson retweeted
"All paediatricians across the UK are seeing shocking signals that children's health is really suffering at the moment. But there are solutions out there."
@DrMikeMcKean tells @BBCBreakfast this morning
Action is needed for child health services, the workforce & prevention.
Matt Christopherson retweeted
Lord Darzi is absolutely right to highlight these atrocious waiting times for children.
Now @GOVUK and @wesstreeting must take note and take action.
Our #RCPCHBlueprint for transforming children's services lays out our key recommendations:
rcpch.ac.uk/resources/transf…
Matt Christopherson retweeted
Too often children's needs are forgotten in policy making, or they fall through the gaps of departmental priorities.
That's why we want to see a Cabinet Level Minister for Children.
Thanks to Baroness D'Souza for raising this important issue in Parliament this week.
Matt Christopherson retweeted
Improving quality of later life sometimes means less medical intervention not more. This should be the patient's informed decision.
Older people and their families need to have realistic conversations with their doctors including about levels of intervention they want. (5/5)
Matt Christopherson retweeted
The NHS is rolling out a new warning system to track deterioration in children’s health faster.
This change will provide a national standardised process for patients, families, and staff to ensure issues are detected and escalated quickly. ➡️ england.nhs.uk/2023/11/new-n…
ALT Headline graphic: The NHS is rolling out a new early warning system for staff treating children. It will quickly identify deterioration, escalate care, and act on parental concerns. Image: A mother is sitting next to her child in a hospital ward. The child has a stethoscope held to his chest by a doctor.
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Multi-discplinary in-house flight study day at WATCh HQ today.This morning was classroom based with some team building to start. The afternoon consisted of some Sim in the Mocklicopter.
Thanks to Alfie at @ChildrensAirAmb for his update on the service.
This course will be excellent!
Excellent news regarding next ventilation course for PICU staff:
pangeacambridge.co.uk/course…
Matt Christopherson retweeted
pet peeve: ARDS is a syndrome, not a disease.
*everything* on this list can *cause* ARDS!
listing ARDS here is an exercise in circular logic.
misunderstanding of what "ARDS" means is deeply baked into the medical literature. once you understand this, you'll see it everywhere.
This article resonates… Shoukd we strive to diagnose ARDS or should we treat the patient clinically? atsjournals.org/doi/10.1164/…
Having worked with people in various roles who were excluded from becoming doctors by their life situations, I am intrigued by the opportunities presented by the apprenticeship route. My team has only been enhanced by diversity in background… looking to the future!
Great news. Please to have played a (very) small part!
Delighted to finally see our iKID study published. Main findings:
-It’s accurate
- It’s safe
- Provides extra corporeal option for babies > 800g
The Infant KIdney Dialysis and Utrafiltration (I-KID)... : Pediatric Critical Care Medicine journals.lww.com/pccmjournal…
