In this mammoth 2 part episode we try our hand at lumon-esque macrodata refinement - or as its otherwise known, interpretting blood tests. Tune in as we tackle the FBE, UEC, LFT, CMP, CRP (WTF so many TLAs) to help you hit your placements ready to interpret common blood tests. This episode we're also joined by special guest Barbara the puppy!

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In this mammoth 2 part episode we try our hand at lumon-esque macrodata refinement - or as its otherwise known, interpretting blood tests. Tune in as we tackle the FBE, UEC, LFT, CMP, CRP (WTF so many TLAs) to help you hit your placements ready to interpret common blood tests. This episode we're also joined by special guest Barbara the puppy!

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Immune system? Who is she! But genuinely.. who.. is she? Dr Edward Roper is here dropping unmatched pathology knowledge and unparalleled insight into the immune system! We are thrilled to have him on board and learn from the best! Tune in!

Do starfish have corners? Do you think we can make immune organs interesting? There's no explanation to do this two parter justice. Dr Edward Roper, everyone. Pathologist extraordinare. Go forth and learn

Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH) is not only tricky to spell, it's also more common than you think! MRKH syndrome affects around 1 in 4,500 female/AFAB folk. We are incredibly lucky to have guest host Lauren on the pod sharing expertise, hot tips, advocacy, and insider knowledge. Tune in!

Key resources:

https://www.ogmagazine.org.au/19/3-19/primary-amenorrhoea/

https://www.rch.org.au/rch_gynaecology/young-women-and-parents-and-carers/RCH_MRKH_information/

Humerus Hacks presents: The Mysterious Tale of the Missing Periods. Waiting for Aunt Flo for simply too long? Crimson wave never waved hello? Bloody Mary simply never appeared? It's the time of the month to tune into our very special ep with very special guest star Lauren! Part 1 digs into an overview of primary amenorrhoea and keep your eyes peeled for part 2!

Key reference with thanks:

https://www.ogmagazine.org.au/19/3-19/primary-amenorrhoea/

POV: You're trying to decide if your patient is fit to go ahead with surgery, and you're about to call the anaesthetics team but you stop and think - "I wonder how they make that decision?". WELL DO WE HAVE NEWS FOR YOU! This week Alex is joined by consultant anaesthetist Dr. Lahiru Amaratunge, of the ABCs of Anaesthesia podcast, to take a deep dive into how much anaesthetists come to that decision, and how much they love morning coffee.

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OCD is often oversimplified and poorly understood. Dr Robbie Gillies, a real life psychiatrist joins us to dispel myths and misunderstandings about OCD. OCD is a disorder of fear and we break down what that means and the key aspects of management! Ps this episode is focused on medical students rather than medical advice for exam and study prep. For more info: https://www.sane.org/information-and-resources/facts-and-guides/obsessive-compulsive-disorder

UTIs - who hasn't had one! Or... thinks they've had? We're talking all things UTIs, pyelonephritis, and all things that ...aren't quite UTIs. Chug some ural, fill your drink bottles, and get some good quality loo roll! Ps Scomo was not on our 2024 bingo card but here we are! Tune in and drink up!

Dig a Well('s score), PERC up your ears while we take your breath away chatting all things clots! Shockingly this is our most requested topic: DVT/PE. Jump in for the long haul but don't forget the compression tights! Cougulations!