Season 5: Episode Three. Urology

In this episode, Dr. Martin Bennett, Dr. Adam Brenner, and Dr. Scott Ekin, EMS Delegates for Kitsap County, WA, return for the third episode of the 2025 season. The delegates tackle the topic of urology, covering kidney stones, urinary retention, and various catheter types, with Dr. Ekin sharing both medical expertise and personal experiences. Their discussion emphasizes the pathophysiology, diagnostic considerations, and appropriate EMS interventions for these conditions. The episode introduces a new feature called "Field Notes," where a Kitsap Paramedic presented a case involving a suspected pulmonary embolism that he managed with Dr. Brenner's medical direction. Dr. Bennett also provides a brief educational clarification regarding umbilical line placement techniques from the recent Medic Skills Lab.  So sit back and join us for another educational episode designed to provide practical insights for EMS providers throughout Kitsap County.