SMFR EMS Podcast

Episode 27: Pediatric Emergencies - Pattern Recognition

May 1st, 2026

In this episode of the SMFR EMS Podcast, we sit down with our Medical Director Jonathan Apfelbaum, and Associate Medical Director of EMS of Children's Hospital Dr. Claire Gahm to review pediatric emergencies, a patient population we don't run often but one that can catch you off guard when we do. The conversation covers clinical assessment, why pediatric presentations can be deceptively subtle, and how to build the pattern recognition that keeps your approach sharp. A solid refresher on staying confident and prepared when kids need us most.