Abdominal Pain – What Could It Be?

In this episode of Home of Medicine, Ben and I dive into the complexities of abdominal pain—a symptom with countless potential causes. We explore the importance of history taking, the Framing Effect, and how cognitive biases can influence clinical decision-making.

We also discuss the value of peer-to-peer consultant observations—could this improve patient care and professional growth?

And, as always, we reflect on our own mistakes along the way!

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Chest Pain & a Critical Decision: Our Most Memorable Case Yet

In this episode, Ben and I discuss a high-stakes Same Day Emergency Care Case—a patient presenting with chest pain and the critical decision I made that could have led to devastating consequences.

This case has stayed with me, and we break down the challenges of clinical decision-making, the weight of responsibility in acute care, and the moments that shape us as medical professionals.

Join us for an in-depth discussion on chest pain assessment, missed diagnoses, and the tough calls that define a career in medicine.

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Seizures, Weakness & the Lumbar Puncture Debate – A Tough Emergency Case

In this episode, Ben and I tackle a complex Emergency Department case—a patient presenting with seizures and left arm weakness. It’s a tricky scenario that sparks a key debate: Should we perform a lumbar puncture?

We break down the decision-making process, discuss the challenges of diagnosing neurological conditions in Acute Medicine, and reflect on the bigger question: How is Acute Medicine Perceived? 

Join us for an insightful discussion on seizures, stroke mimics, and the evolving role of Acute Medicine.

Navigating Challenging Conversations in Medicine

We’re back for the second episode of Season 3! In this episode of Home of Medicine, Ben and I explore how to handle tough conversations in healthcare. 
 
Reflecting on navigating challenging consultations, Ben walks us through a case of fatigue: What happens when your patient doesn’t want to go home? 

What can you do if they insist on admission? 

Ben explains the HALT Criteria, and, as ever, Amie never stops learning with Ben.

You'll also hear practical strategies for staying empathetic, maintaining professionalism, and communicating effectively in high-stakes situations.

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New year, new season!

We are back with some great episodes for 2025. 

In this episode we reflect on a case of shoulder pain and how this has impacted the way that I practice every day. 

Ben has a light bulb moment!

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In this episode Ben and I delve into fluid assessments during the acute take and how to manage hyponatraemia. 

We reflect on how to manage an ED admission with incidental finding of a low sodium level.  

How would you manage this? Did we do things right or wrong? Would you have done anything differently?

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It's the middle of the night and a patient presents with seizures. 

What would you do and what could be causing this? Ben and I are baffled, can you figure out what is going on?........

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Ben and I go back to our roots and discuss a patient who presented with a headache to the Same Day Emergency Care unit. Things aren't always as they seem.  Can you guess what is going on before Ben?

We discuss how bias affects our decision making, especially when we are tired. 

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Ben and I reflect on the complexities of a case of lethargy and Immunotherapy. 

We discuss the importance of cross-speciality working and how we can learn so much from each other at work. 

** I mistakenly say metastatic multiple melanoma, instead of metastatic melanoma at the beginning of the episode, apologies **

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Ben and I discuss shortness of breath, and I completely miss the diagnosis. 

Can you figure out what is going on?

I resort to AI to help .......



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