Welcome to our first episode of the Early Clinical Learners Series - a series dedicated towards fostering clinical reasoning skills and strategies in early clinical learners! In this episode, hosts Caroline Wang, Andrew Mohama, and Samantha Shih guide M1 student Adrian Jenson through a classic Alert and Oriented case. Joined by expert clinician Dr. Richard Abrams, they break down key clinical reasoning strategies, essential tips for early learners, and how to approach heart failure with reduced ejection fraction like a pro. Whether you're just starting clinical learning or refining your diagnostic skills, this episode is packed with valuable insights to boost your confidence on the wards!

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Hosts: Caroline Wang, Andrew Mohama, Samantha Shih, Dr. Richard Abrams

Guest: Adrian Jenson

Produced By: Caroline Wang, Andrew Mohama

Alert & Oriented is a medical student-run clinical reasoning podcast dedicated to providing a unique platform for early learners to practice their skills as a team in real time. Through our podcast, we strive to foster a learning environment where medical students can engage with one another, share knowledge, and gain valuable experience in clinical reasoning. We aim to provide a comprehensive and supportive platform for early learners to develop their clinical reasoning skills, build confidence in their craft, and become the best clinicians they can be.

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A fantastic resource, by learners, for learners in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Primary Care, Emergency Medicine, and Hospital Medicine.