All about ICU

We unravel the mysteries of ICU - the role it plays, the services it provides and how to make a great referral when required. We also discuss how to prevent our patients deteriorating, and cover the tricky topic of establishing and communicating goals of care.

Dr Cassie Roberts is joined by Dr Jo Simpson a dual trained Intensivist and Anaesthetist. Jo initially trained overseas in the UK and relocated to Australia in 2018. She teaches at Monash University and is an ALS instructor.

Recorded 18th August 2021. Content Development & Editing Cassie Roberts, Khrisna Tumali, Emma Ku. Interviewee Jo Simpson. Resource Development Giselle Bennett, Emma Ku, Tushar Goyal. Ratification Debbie Leach. Admin Support Kate Flynn. Music Intro 'Happy Mood' - AshmaluevMusic; Commentary 'Two grands - piano bar music - jazz' - JuliusH from Pixabay-Music; Outro 'Over You' by Atch SoundCloud: bit.ly/AtchSoundCloud Spotify: bit.ly/AtchSpotify Instagram: www.instagram.com/atchmusic contact@atchmusic.com 

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