Complex Case Review with Dr. Selbak
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EMTpro Podcast
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In this episode, Steve, Dan, and Holly have the opportunity to chat with Dr. Selbak in the studio. Dr. Selbak introduces an exciting case he came across while working in the emergency department and discusses with the team how he went about treating it.
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