Ok - this is a simple one - a great talk with a link to YouTube - we need your feedback.  Go watch the lecture and give you you feedback here on on the YouTube channel please :). Feedback can also go to: [email protected]

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Mel does some MCQs to highlight the diseases affecting bulbar muscles we have been covering the last few weeks.

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This episode explores the intersections of emergency medicine and media representation, highlighting the successes of 'The Pit' and the new Invictus board review initiative. We discuss the importance of medical accuracy in shows, the decline in board exam scores, and the vital role of ongoing education. 

• Effect of 'The Pitt' on public perception of emergency medicine
• Collaboration between medical experts and writers for accuracy
• Discussion on the real stories behind emergency care
• Introduction to the Invictus initiative for board exam prep
• Focus on continuous feedback and adaptation in education
• Strategies for addressing declining board exam scores

Youtube Link to this episode: https://youtu.be/jbYiajzT8XE

Discover the secrets behind mastering medical board exams with Mac Brown, a core faculty member at John Peter Smith Emergency Department. We promise you'll come away with innovative strategies that maximize your limited study time without sacrificing your well-being. Mac introduces his unique "candle making method," a study technique that focuses on building a solid foundation through consistent, small study sessions tailored to your individual learning style. Whether you're a fan of podcasts or prefer question banks, Mac's insights will help you integrate these tools into your routine, making exam preparation a seamless part of your daily life.

In an era where medical exams are shifting toward simulation-based assessments, Mac guides you through advanced techniques to tackle these stress-inducing formats. Learn how to identify and fill knowledge gaps, enhance memorization of critical medical topics, and maintain a balance between study and self-care. As your career hinges on high exam scores, especially in high-pressure roles like those in emergency departments, these strategies become crucial. Join us to glean practical advice and innovative tools that ensure not just passing, but excelling in your medical board exams.

Link to the CorePendium Study Guides

Mel reviews some of the key aspects of botulism.

Link to the YouTube video: https://youtu.be/ah9ajqNejX0

Mel covers more pearls about Guillain-Barre syndrome. Treatment, 20 second count test, LP findings, differential and more.

YouTube link:https://youtu.be/VLOEchmw4dY

This will be a short series - you need to know the "foils" go back and listen to the Billy Mallon lecture on how to take the test. We are going to cover the foils so you can CRUSH the exam.

Invictus Review  is coming in the new year and is based on CorePendium from the people at EM:RAP!

This is a classic lecture by Billy Mallon. How to prepare for exams but MORE importantly how to understand multiple choice questions and the all important foils. This is NOT to be missed content from the master of the game himself.

Mel goes over the classic ECG ST changes of pericarditis and where they DON'T occur. Also a little talk on morphology, watch the youtube video here.