Videos – The Michael Rothman Podcast
The Rothman Index, developed by Dr. Michael Rothman and his brother Steven, is a pioneering patient acuity score designed to help clinicians recognize patient deterioration earlier and more clearly. Presented as an easily understood, color-coded graph that updates in real time, the Index displays upward and downward trends in patient condition at a glance—transforming…
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The Origin Story of the Rothman Index – Episode 5
Hospitals collect enormous amounts of clinical data, yet preventable patient decline remains a persistent challenge. Over the past two decades, hospitals have invested heavily in early warning scores and rapid response infrastructure, but translating data into timely, meaningful action has proven difficult. As clinicians contend with alert fatigue and increasing documentation burden, a more…
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My Mother and the Story of the Genesis of the Rothman Index – Episode 4
Healthcare generates enormous volumes of clinical data, yet making sense of that information in real time remains a challenge. Subtle changes in vitals, labs, and nursing assessments often precede serious events, but when that information is fragmented across the medical record, emerging risks can go unnoticed. The central challenge facing hospitals today is not…
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The Answers You Wanted On Sepsis – Episode 3
In episode three of The Michael Rothman Podcast, Dr. Rothman continues his deep dive into sepsis—a condition often misunderstood yet responsible for a significant portion of hospital deaths. Through data from a major northeastern hospital, he challenges traditional thinking: labeling a patient as “septic” isn’t what determines survival—their overall sickness is. Using the…
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Challenges of Identifying and Reducing Sepsis Mortality – Episode 2
Michael Rothman explores the complexities of sepsis identification and management, highlighting the challenges posed by varying definitions and clinical pathways. He discusses the ineffectiveness of current sepsis screening protocols, which often yield high false-positive rates and fail to reduce mortality meaningfully. The episode concludes by questioning the focus on sepsis-specific initiatives and suggesting that more…
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Debunking Sepsis Myths – Episode 1
In the first episode of The Michael Rothman podcast, we address misconceptions about sepsis in healthcare. Although it’s often claimed that sepsis accounts for nearly a third of hospital deaths, many of these deaths are linked to chronic conditions with sepsis as a secondary factor. The frequently cited statistic that delays in treating sepsis increase…
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Introducing The Michael Rothman Podcast!
With a PhD in quantum chemistry and two decades of experience at the intersection of healthcare and data, Michael Rothman is bringing a unique voice to the podcasting world. His new show promises deep, thoughtful conversations spanning health, data analysis, the continuum of care, and the human side of saving lives—anchored by the curiosity of…
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Stop Guessing: How Reality Capture Improves Construction Productivity
Construction projects lose time and money when teams rely on assumptions. Someone says a section is “done,” another trade arrives, and then problems appear: wrong levels, missing openings, clashing services, or unfinished areas. That leads to rework, delays, and arguments. Reality capture helps because it replaces opinions with clear evidence. Reality capture means using tools…
National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today, host Dr. Amy Grosso speaks with Kelly Brickl, a trainer with SPEAK UP, in recognition of National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. During the conversation, Brickl shares data, real-world warning signs, and explains how age-appropriate, research-based prevention curricula can empower…
A One-Year College Alternative: How Pega6 Is Preparing to Train AI-First, Job-Ready Talent
The traditional four-year college model is facing growing pressure as rising tuition, shifting labor market demands, and new technological realities expose gaps between education and employment outcomes. Confidence in the traditional college pathway is eroding among parents, students, and employers as rising costs and persistent skills gaps collide with the reality that many new…
Where Experience Meets the Extreme: John F5VHQ at the World’s Most Isolated Radio Outpost
For some operators, Bouvet Island is the final frontier. For John (F5VHQ), it is a challenge that stands apart even after decades of DXpedition experience. A veteran of more than twenty years in the field and Vice President of the Clipperton DX Club, John joins the multinational 3Y0K team with both experience and conviction….
