
In the earlier stages of my training, I disliked the discomfort I felt when patients deteriorated to a level beyond my skill set. The ICM doctors who arrived at such times clutching bags of impressive sounding drugs and equipment before whipping them away with an air of proficiency impressed me. I applied for ACCS training, hoping to join their ranks. Vocalising an interest in ICM prompted a range of responses from colleagues. “Are you sure?”….