In this episode we continue our FemToxx podcast from Dr Jennie Buchanan. We talk to Shireen Banerji about her career in tox, where she started and what inspired her. We ask her about being a woman in tox. And pass along some clinical pearls.

ToxNow FemToxx Episode 2: Saralyn Williams

Dec 27th, 2018 22m 30s

In this episode we continue our FemToxx podcast from Dr Jennie Buchanan. We talk to Dr. Saralyn Williams about her career in tox, where she started and what inspired her. We ask her about being a woman in tox. And pass along some clinical pearl

ToxNow FemToxx Episode 1: Tammi Schaeffer

Sep 6th, 2018 15m 10s

In this episode we introduce a new FemToxx podcast from Dr Jennie Buchanan. In this inaugural episode we talk to Dr. Tammi Schaeffer about her career in tox, where she started and what inspired her. We ask her about being a woman in tox. And pa

Episode 42 Lewis Goldfrank

Jun 1st, 2018 20m 51s

In this episode we talk to Lewis Goldfrank about his early life and how he ended up in Emergency Medicine and Medical Toxicology and the creation of Goldfrank’s Toxicologic EmergenciesThe post Episode 42 Lewis Goldfrank first appeared on ToxNo

Episode 41 Kratom: Friend or Foe

Apr 8th, 2018 22m 16s

In this episode we talk to Ed Boyer about Kratom, pharmacology, legal status, and discuss recent reports of adverse effects.Boyer et al Self-treatment of opioid withdrawal using kratom (Mitragynia speciosa korth) FDA response to Kratom Bradf

Episode 40 Tox N Shakespeare

Feb 11th, 2018 37m 15s

In this episode Nick Brandehoff and Robin Brandehoff help us look at the toxins in several of William Shakespeare’s plays. Some assorted links to materials we reference are below:Complete Works of William ShakespeareThe Poison Garden on Water

Episode 39 Tox Ultrasound

Dec 14th, 2017 37m 56s

On this episode we talk to Kennon Heard, Juliana Wilson, and Resa E. Lewiss about using ultrasound in calcium channel blocker overdose. We look at some cases from a case series. More info on bedside echo Episode 39 Tox Ultrasound first appeared

Episode 38 Infant Death from Myocarditis After THC

Nov 20th, 2017 11m 18s

A special hot off the presses edition where we talk to Chris Hoyte (@TheGoldenMean) about his recent case report and the controversy surrounding it. Links to some of the articles referenced can be found here. Get tips for scientists talking to

Episode 37 Kids on Pot

Sep 25th, 2017 38m 12s

In this episode we partner with Jason Woods (@jwoodsmd) at LittleBigMed.com to talk with Sam Wang about pediatric marijuana exposures in Colorado.The post Episode 37 Kids on Pot first appeared on ToxNow.

Episode 36 PSA on First Responders and Fentanyl

Aug 14th, 2017 18m 6s

On this episode we talk to Andrew Stolbach (@toxicologist12) about the recent position statement on preventing fentanyl exposure in EMS. We discuss the science behind it, the stories that prompted it, and call for a return to reason.The post E

Episode 35 Gonna Be a Sickee

Aug 8th, 2017 24m 58s

On this episode we talk to James Tsahakis about a sick patient with wide complex tachycardia in setting of TCA toxicity. More on mag for TCA toxicity here.The post Episode 35 Gonna Be a Sickee first appeared on ToxNow.

Episode 34 U What?

May 26th, 2017 16m 11s

On this episode, we talk to toxicologist Kristina Domanski about a recent case of exposure to the novel drug U47700. Article available here.The post Episode 34 U What? first appeared on ToxNow.

Episode 33 Adventures in Alcohol

Jan 27th, 2017 47m 13s

In this episode, we explore an alcoholic with an acidosis. Contributors include Kennon Heard, Kathryn Eastley, Michael Overbeck, and Matt Zuckerman.The post Episode 33 Adventures in Alcohol first appeared on ToxNow.

Episode 32 Dr Rumack I Presume

Dec 15th, 2016 39m 37s

In this episode we are excited to talk to Barry Rumack about his life in toxicology, the eponymous nomogram, and future directions in toxicology and acetaminophen.The post Episode 32 Dr Rumack I Presume first appeared on ToxNow.

Episode 31 Performance Enhancing Drugs Part 2: Cycling Is Tough

Jul 12th, 2016 33m 14s

In this episode we talk to Chris Hoyte from RMPDC about Lance Armstrong, blood doping, and the biological passport. This is the second part of a two part interview.The post Episode 31 Performance Enhancing Drugs Part 2: Cycling Is Tough first

Episode 30 Performance Enhancing Drugs

Jun 13th, 2016 41m 46s

In this episode we talk to Chris Hoyte from RMPDC about steroids, hormones, and other performance enhancing drugs. This is the first part of of a two part interview.The post Episode 30 Performance Enhancing Drugs first appeared on ToxNow.

Episode 29 Boxed Wine and Poison

Feb 20th, 2016 33m 16s

In this episode we talk to Tom Nappe from RMPDC and Brennen Griffin from our ED. We’re talking about a depressed farmer with awake seizures. We’ll also talk about an underutilized alternative to lidocaine for patients with a severe allergy. Che

Episode 28 NACCT and Marijuana While Driving

Dec 8th, 2015 52m 17s

In this episode we talk to Brett Marlin, Tom Nappe, & Chris Hoyte about NACCT 2015. Later we talk to Rebecca Hartman about her research on how marijuana affects driving skills. Checkout the article here. Hosted by Matthew Zuckerman. Support fro

Episode 27 Mobile Biosensors

Oct 24th, 2015 31m 27s

On this episode we talk to Ed Boyer and Stephanie Carreiro about using portable wrist bracelet biosensors to help monitor and understand drug use in the field. A link to their article may be found here.The post Episode 27 Mobile Biosensors fir

Episode 26 : H Impairment Index

May 28th, 2015 45m 24s

In this episode we talk to Jason Hack about an index to quantify alcohol impairment. We also discuss a change in name and direction at the podcast. Checkout the H Index article. Additionally, download your own starter pack to try out the HII sc

Episode 25 Lipid Rescue Part 2

Feb 28th, 2015 45m 11s

In this episode we have the second half of our interview with Guy Weinburg and Michael Fettiplace about developments in lipid rescue, more than just a “lipid sink”. Contributors include Matthew Zuckeman, Michael Fettiplace, and Guy Weinburg. Mo

Episode 24 Lipid Rescue Part 1

Feb 20th, 2015 22m 28s

In this episode we have the first half of our interview with Guy Weinberg where we talk about the history and development of lipid rescue. Contributors include Matthew Zuckerman and Guy Weinberg. More info at LipidRescue.orgArticles featured

Episode 23 Mushroom Poisoning

Nov 17th, 2014 50m 14s

In this episode we talk about the spectrum of mushroom poisoning from Amanita to magic mushrooms. Contributors include Matthew Zuckerman and the UMass Toxicology team Kavita Babu, Katie Boyle, Lynn Farrugia, Stephanie Carreiro, Peter Chai, and

Episode 22 Not That Kind of Mustard

Jul 13th, 2014 21m 41s

In this episode we talk to Dr. Kathryn Weibrecht about a US case of mustard exposure and how to identify and treat these cases. MMWR case series can be found here and a link to the case in Annals can be found here. Contributors include Matthew

Episode 21 Here Today, Gone Tomorrow?

May 15th, 2014 40m 30s

In this episode we talk to Dr. Leo Schep from the National Poisons Centre of New Zealand about the country’s experience with regulating synthetic cannabinoids, known there as “Legal Highs”. Afterwards, you’ll get a first peek at the new talking