From the Front Lines
with Dr. Troy Madsen
How can you tell if it's heartburn or a heart attack? What do you do if someone you love has a stoke? Dr. Troy Madsen, Emergency Department physician, answers these questions and more. He'll give you perspective and information to help you decide if it's really an emergency and what to do in those situations. From falls to the flu, Dr. Madsen will keep you informed about the common reasons why people end up in the ER so you can avoid a trip there yourself.
Latest Shows
Top 3 Things an ER Doctor Needs
Jul 2, 2014Things are seldom dull in the ER, but just how valuable is a stethoscope? Dr. Troy Madsen describes: the frantic situations he is often faced with, the importance of keeping cool to avoid being overwhelmed, and why the modern tools used for making a prompt, accurate diagnosis are so vital. ... Read More
An ER Doctor’s First-Aid Kit for a Deserted Island
Jun 25, 2014What would you take to a deserted island? Dr. Troy Madsen tells us that as an emergency room physician, he’s given this question a lot of thought. He shares what medical supplies he’d like to have if he were injured in a wilderness area. It may be time to update your camping first-aid kit! ... Read More
Miraculous Recoveries
Jun 18, 2014Amazing recoveries aren’t just for medical TV shows. How often do they happen in real life? Seasoned emergency room physician Troy Madsen shares some of the miraculous recoveries he’s witnessed. He also tells us what can increase someone’s chances of making a fast and full recovery from a ... Read More
ER or Not: Line Drive to the Head
Jun 11, 2014You’re playing softball and get a line drive straight to the forehead. You might have a concussion and may need to go to the ER, but don’t know how to tell if you really need emergency help. Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen discusses head injuries and how to know whether you should make ... Read More
From the Frontlines: June
Jun 3, 2014As the summer season approaches, the ER prepares for an increased workload. Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen talks about injuries common to this time of the year. He also talks about the importance of wearing helmets while biking and when an ankle injury warrants a visit to the ER. ... Read More
Know the Signs and What to Do If Someone Has a Severe Allergic Reaction
May 28, 2014Someone in a restaurant has a severe allergic reaction to something they’ve just eaten and can’t breathe. Would you know what to do? Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen explains the signs and symptoms of severe allergic reactions and lists the steps to take in this potentially ... Read More
Risks of Drinking Stream Water
May 21, 2014You’re hiking and you see a clear stream with what seems to be drinkable water. The question is, do you drink it? Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen tells you his views on drinking water directly from any babbling brook. He also tells you the one thing to bring in case you’re that unlucky ... Read More