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- Failing well, revisited · 52 minOriginally released in 2023, this episode remains one of our most insightful conversations on learning, leadership, and improvement in healthcare. To err is human, but how we…
- Noninvasive Respiratory Support in Acute Respiratory Failure Patients · 1 h 2 minAcute respiratory failure is one of the most common reasons adults require intensive care, and choosing the right respiratory support strategy can have a significant impact on…
- Revisiting Hospital Sepsis Programs · 1 h 5 minSepsis remains one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide, making early recognition and coordinated care essential to improving patient outcomes. In honor of…
- Communication with mechanically ventilated patients · 58 minFor patients receiving mechanical ventilation, losing the ability to speak can be one of the most frightening and frustrating aspects of critical illness. In this episode of…
- Communicating to Patients and Families about PICS · 1 h 3 minRecovering after a stay in the intensive care unit (ICU) is a long and difficult process, and for some survivors, healing the body may only be a fraction of the journey. In…
- Nutrition Therapy in the ICU · 1 h 7 minWhen it comes to critical illness, nutrition isn't just supportive care—it can be a key part of the treatment plan. In this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti sits down with Dr…
- Sepsis - Beyond the guidelines · 54 minIn a recent episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discussed the 2026 iteration of the Surviving Sepsis Guidelines. In this episode, the discussion continues, focusing on important aspects…
- The Fearless ICU, revisited · 51 minThis episode was originally posted Feb. 24, 2022. The last 24 months have pushed ICU teams around the world to their limits. As we move forward, we need to heal and rebuild our…
- Caring for older adults in the ICU · 53 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses the care of older adults in the ICU. He is joined by Dr. Lauren Ferrante, a pulmonary critical care physician in the medical…
- Rethinking arterial lines · 41 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses arterial catheters in shock through the lens of the recently published EVERDAC trial. He is joined by Dr. Gregoire Muller, a…
- Invasive Candidiasis · 57 minIn this, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses the management of invasive candidiasis in critically ill patients. Invasive candidiasis is frequent in critically ill patients and is…
- Surviving sepsis campaign 2026 guidelines · 1 h 11 minIn this episode, Dr. Zanotti discusses the Surviving Sepsis Campaign: International Guidelines for Management of Sepsis and Septic Shock 2026. He is joined by Dr. Hallie Prescot…
- Management of Impella Emergencies · 55 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses emergency management and resuscitation of patients with left-sided Impella support. We will base our discussion on a recently…
- Acute Pulmonary Embolism: Clinical Guideline Update · 1 h 9 minIn this episode Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses the recently released Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation and Management of Acute Pulmonary Embolism in Adults. This…
- ECMO Emergencies · 46 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses a structured approach to ECMO emergencies, focusing on recognizing cardiac arrest, organizing the team response, and early ECMO…
- Acute Type B Aortic Dissection · 1 h 7 minIn this episode of Critical Matters, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses the management of acute type B aortic dissection. He is joined by Dr. Firas Mussa, a vascular surgeon and…
- PCT Reassessed · 43 minIn this episode, Dr. Zanotti discusses the role of Procalcitonin in the ICU. He is joined by Dr. Simran Gupta, an infectious disease specialist at Brigham & Women's Hospital in…
- Capillary Refill Time (CRT) · 57 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses the assessment of peripheral perfusion as a tool to guide treatment in septic shock. Specifically, he dives into Capillary Refill…
- Peripheral vasopressors · 54 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses the administration of vasopressor agents through peripheral intravenous lines (or what we refer to as "peripheral vasopressors"). He…
- Fluid Overload in the ICU · 1 h 13 minFluid overload is a common problem in critically ill patients. In this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discuss recognizing and managing fluid overload in the ICU with guest Dr…
- Outcomes after critical illness · 1 h 5 minOriginally posted in April of 2023, we are sharing this episode of Critical Matters again as Dr. Sergio Zanotti's discussion about the long journey to healing and recovery for…
- ECPR · 56 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses ECPR–Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. ECPR is still be considered a niche therapy, but its relevance and availability…
- Transfusion of platelets and FFP in the ICU · 1 h 2 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses clinical guidelines for the transfusion of platelets and fresh frozen plasma (FFP) in critically ill patients. He is joined by Dr…
- Management of pneumonia in the ICU · 1 h 24 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses the different aspects of managing pneumonia in critically ill patients. He covers the initial management of severe pneumonia…
- Enteral Nutrition in the ICU · 53 minIn this episode of, Dr. Sergio Zanotti explores the vital role of enteral nutrition in the ICU—a foundational element in the prevention and treatment of disease-related…
- The science of hope · 59 minIn this episode, Dr. Zanotti discusses the science of hope. He's joined by Dr. Stephen Trzeciak, a physician-scientist, the Edward D. Viner Endowed Chief of Medicine at Cooper…
- Mechanical Ventilation for Severe Asthma · 1 h 15 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti focuses on the nuances of mechanical ventilation in patients with severe asthma. Previously, he explored the medical management of acute…
- PADIS Guidelines Update · 46 minIn this episode, Dr. Zanotti discussed the Society of Critical Care Medicine "Focused Update on the Clinical Guidelines for the Prevention and Management of Pain, Anxiety…
- TEE in Cardiac Arrest · 1 h 1 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergion Zanotti discusses TEE in cardiac arrest and shock. Critical care clinicians commonly utilize transthoracic echocardiography in the ICU as part of…
- AI in Critical Care · 1 h 1 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti explores one of medicine's fastest-evolving frontiers: artificial intelligence (AI). From predictive analytics to decision-support tools, AI…
- Challenging dogma in the ICU (Part II) · 54 minIn a previous episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti explored the importance of challenging dogma, particularly when the supporting evidence is weak or absent. Today, he continues that…
- Adult congenital disease in the ICU · 1 h 7 minDue to advancements in medical and surgical care, the survival of patients with congenital conditions into adulthood has dramatically increased. However, as these individuals…
- Lessons from the wrong side of the heart · 52 minFebruary 7-14 marks the observance of Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Week. In this podcast episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti provides a unique perspective on adult congenital heart…
- Optimizing renal replacement therapy in the ICU · 1 h 12 minAcute kidney injury is a frequent complication of critical illness, and a subgroup of these patients will require renal replacement therapy. In this episode. Dr. Sergio Zanotti…
- Rational Fluid Therapy · 60 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses rational fluid therapy. He is joined by Dr. Adrian Wong, a practicing intensive care medicine and anesthesia physician. Dr. Wong is…
- 2024 Year in Review · 54 minThis episode of Critical Matters will close 2024 with a year in review. Dr. Sergio Zanotti is going solo and will discuss a couple of relevant clinical guidelines and review five…
- Return of the PAC · 53 minIn this episode Dr. Zanotti discusses the current role of pulmonary artery catheters in critical care medicine. He is joined by Dr. Steven Hollenberg a critical care and…
- Choice Framing in ICU Goals of Care Meetings · 1 h 2 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses the application of behavioral economics to clinical practice, specifically choice framing in ICU goals-of-care Meetings. He is…
- Management of Complications Post-Cardiotomy · 56 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses the management of critically ill patients after cardiac surgery, focusing on the clinical management of two important complications…
- Hyperglycemic Emergencies · 1 h 48 minIn this episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discuss the management of critically ill patients undergoing hyperglycemic emergencies. He is joined by Dr. George Willis, a practicing…
- Music and Critical Illness · 60 minThis episode, Dr. Sergio Zanotti discusses music and critical illness and explores the topic through the lens of his guest – Andrew Schulman. Andrew is the first musician to be…
- Albumin in Critical Care · 53 minIn this episode of Critical Matters, Dr. Zanotti discusses the use of intravenous albumin in critical care. He is joined by Dr. Jeannie Callum, Director of Transfusion Medicine…
- Neurological support post-cardiac arrest · 1 h 12 minMuch attention has been paid to targeted temperature management (TTM) in post-cardiac arrest patients. The evidence for this practice continues to evolve, and previous episodes…
- Vasoplegia after cardiac surgery · 46 minHypotension and shock are both recognized as complications post-cardiac surgery. Some patients may develop more severe shock refractory to fluids and catecholamines. This…
- Tracheostomy Emergencies · 59 minWe pulled out another favorite out this week - Dr. Zanotti's deep-dive on tracheostomy emergencies. Tracheostomies are common in ICU patients. Every intensivist should be capable…
- The Forgotten Patient · 51 minToday, we are revisiting one of our favorite episodes from last year - The Forgotten Patient. Dr. Zanotti focuses on the loved ones and families of critically ill patients and…
- Temporary Pacing in the ICU · 53 minIn this episode, Dr. Zanotti covers temporary pacing in the ICU. He is joined by Dr. Christopher Noel, a Critical Care Attending at Cooper University Healthcare, and an Assistant…
- The Neuro Exam · 1 h 5 minDisturbances in neurological function due to primary neurological disorders or organ failure from critical illness are common in patients admitted to the ICU. In this episode…
- Mechanical Circulatory Support - Part 2 · 1 h 0 minThis is the second part in our series discussing temporary mechanical circulatory support (tMCS). Part one, covered different types of devices for tMCS, pathophysiology of shock…
- Mechanical Circulatory Support - Part 1 · 57 minIn the first part of this two-part series, Dr. Zanotti is joined by Bindu Akkanti, MD, an associate professor in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine at…







