Front of Neck Access (FONA) and the SALAD technique (Suction Assisted Laryngoscopy and Airway Decontamination) With Cliff Reid

Pre-Hospital Care Podcast

In this conversation, we will examine the concept and skill of Front of Neck Access (FONA)and also the Suction Assisted Laryngoscopy and Airway Decontamination (SALAD) technique. Join us as we dive into this high-stakes procedure with pre-hospital retrieval specialist Cliff Reid. We'll explore the indications, complications, and potential risks of FONA. Cliff will talk us through the innovative SALAD technique, which mitigates complications and improves success rates. Real-life case studies will illustrate the challenges and decision-making involved in pre-hospital FONA. Whether you're a seasoned provider or a trainee, we want to offer insights into mastering one of the most crucial pre-hospital procedures in a critical care situation.

To do this I have Cliff Reid with me. Cliff has over two decades of experience as a physician in air ambulance and critical care transport services, he has developed extensive expertise in advanced airway management techniques. As an educator, he has trained numerous pre-hospital professionals worldwide, sharing his knowledge and advocating for best practices in airway management. You can find more by Cliff here: https://rise.articulate.com/share/74lr2fXfmxfHRyL3ncKM00TuD31ij4HE#/