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Crack the PANRE-LA Code: Tips from the Pros Webinar Recap

Our Hippo PAs had a great time at our Crack the PANRE-LA Code: Tips from the Pros webinar talking about our experiences taking the PANRE-LA. Here, we have reviewed some of the nuts and bolts of the exam and our top tips and tricks. We read through all the questions asked during the webinar and have also addressed some of those here. We hope this helps ease your test anxiety whether you are almost done, halfway through, or about to start...

Katie Iverson, PA-C, MPAS
By Katie Iverson, PA-C, MPAS on
August 22, 2024
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Shedding Light on Binge Eating Disorder

Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is the most common eating disorder but also the hardest one to recognize in clinical practice. Often underestimated, BED affects a significant portion of the population yet remains underdiagnosed and misunderstood.

Ashley Greer PA-C
By Ashley Greer PA-C on
August 19, 2024
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How to Repair a Facial Laceration Like a Plastic Surgeon

Emergency medicine often puts us face-to-face with lacerations requiring precision and care. Dr. Justin Cohen's visit to ERcast, alongside Dr. Christina Shenvi, illuminated the path to handling facial lacerations with the finesse of a plastic surgeon. Here are key takeaways to elevate your emergency room responses.

Jen Swisher, PA-C
By Jen Swisher, PA-C on
August 14, 2024
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Supplement Lightning Round: Cardiology Version

People take supplements for a variety of reasons, but typically, the goal is to enhance health. This month on Primary Care RAP, we dove into three supplements commonly used for heart health: Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Coenzyme Q10, and Red Yeast Rice. Curious what we found? Read on!

Ashley Greer PA-C
By Ashley Greer PA-C on
August 12, 2024
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Practical Pearls for Head Lice Management

As I walk into the classroom to pick up my young child from school, I am greeted with a battlefield of zombie-like bodies strewn across the colorful carpet. I quickly scoop my son up off the floor, but my heart begins to race, thinking about that communal carpet, and I can’t help worrying about the possibility of head lice… 

Ross Cohen, DO
By Ross Cohen, DO on
August 09, 2024
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Soothing the Burn: Essential Tips for Managing Sunburn

Ah, summer—the season of sun-kissed days and outdoor adventures. But all that sunshine comes with an enemy: sunburn. As urgent care providers, you're no strangers to the aftermath of a day spent under the rays. So, how can you best help your patients recover from sunburn and prevent further discomfort? 

Kaitlyn Almeida, PA-C
By Kaitlyn Almeida, PA-C on
August 08, 2024
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Drawing a Line: Boundaries in Pediatrics

Picture this: You’re sitting on a white sand beach, enjoying the breeze in your hair and the bright blue skies. You take a deep breath, about to breathe in some much-needed vacation vibes. Suddenly, your phone pings. It’s a message from work. Your patient has an issue and needs your help. 

Karen Hovav, MD
By Karen Hovav, MD on
August 07, 2024
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The DDx for Acute Low Back Pain: SOS

It’s summer, and that is officially the season of the weekend warrior. You know who I’m talking about because you see them every week in your clinic. They decided to take on a new gardening project, a strenuous workout or tried water-skiing for the first time in decades, and now, a few days later they come to you with pain in their lower back. 

Katy Vogelaar, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, CNE
By Katy Vogelaar, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, CNE on
August 06, 2024
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Beyond Delta-9: The Surge of Synthetic THC

In recent years, the landscape of cannabis accessibility has dramatically shifted, not just in conventional dispensaries but in everyday storefronts across the United States. This new wave of products, stemming from the 2018 Farm Bill's legal distinction between hemp and marijuana, has ushered in an era of synthetic cannabinoids like Delta-8 THC, Delta-10 THC, and THCA, which are finding their way into the hands of consumers and,...

Melissa Orman, MD
By Melissa Orman, MD on
August 05, 2024
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Identifying and Managing Perichondritis in Urgent Care

In the urgent care setting, we often encounter patients with ear pain, a common yet sometimes deceptively simple complaint. However, amidst the myriad of otitis media and cellulitis cases lies a less common and easily overlooked but significantly more serious condition: perichondritis. 

Brett Murray, MD
By Brett Murray, MD on
July 31, 2024
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The Schoolhouse Rock of Vaccines: From Concept to Clinic

Much like the classic "Schoolhouse Rock" episode, "I'm Just a Bill," we're here to explore how a vaccine goes from a brilliant idea to a lifesaving shot. In this discussion on Peds RAP, Sol and Dr. Paul Offit kicked things off with a playful nod to "I'm Just a Bill," reminding us of the catchy tune that taught us about legislative processes. But this time around, it's all about vaccines!

Jen Janocha, PA-C
By Jen Janocha, PA-C on
July 29, 2024
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The Hidden Widowmaker

You've seen it countless times: a patient walks into the ED with chest pain, and the EKG isn't screaming STEMI. But in follow-up, they end up having a massive myocardial infarction. What is the hidden culprit lurking behind those non-alarming EKGs? Welcome to the Occlusive Myocardial Infarction (OMI) world, where traditional STEMI criteria fall short, and a new paradigm shifts our approach to acute cardiac ischemia. 

Amber Sheeley, PA-C
By Amber Sheeley, PA-C on
July 15, 2024
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