In this MSK 101 episode, Professor G., PA-C reviews common benign bone lesions—bone cysts and osteoid osteoma. Tune in to learn their hallmark features, diagnostic clues, and how to differentiate them from more serious pathology. Fast, focused, and high-yield for your boards and clinical rotations!

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In this episode of the MSK 101 series, Professor G., PA-C breaks down spinal tuberculosis—also known as Pott disease. Learn the key pathophysiology, clinical presentation, imaging findings, and treatment pearls you need to know for the PANCE and clinical practice.

🎧 Perfect for study-on-the-go!

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In this high-yield episode of the MSK101 series, Professor G breaks down septic arthritis—an orthopedic emergency that all PA students and providers need to recognize fast. You'll learn the key pathophysiology behind joint infections, the most common pathogens (looking at you, Staph aureus), and how the condition presents clinically across different patient populations.

We’ll also explore diagnostic pearls, including the importance of arthrocentesis and when to use imaging. As always, we’ll compare “book medicine” versus real-life practice, giving you tips to recognize this potentially devastating condition early. Plus, stick around for two PANCE-style multiple-choice questions to help reinforce what you've learned.

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Bone infections might not be the most glamorous topic—but they're definitely high-yield. In this episode of the MSK101 series of the Pro-PA Podcast, Professor G breaks down osteomyelitis, covering the must-know facts to help you master the PANCE, PANRE, or your clinical rotations.

We’ll cover:

• Pathophysiology and common causes (don’t forget hematogenous spread!)

• Most common pathogens in different populations

• Clinical signs and red flags

• Diagnosis (why MRI is your best friend)

• Treatment strategies (IV antibiotics, anyone?)

• Book medicine vs. real-world practice

• And two vignette-style review questions!

🎯 Whether you’re a PA student prepping for boards or a practicing PA in need of a refresher, this episode has your back—literally.

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In this episode of the Pro-PA Podcast, Professor G breaks down Buerger Disease—also known as thromboangiitis obliterans—a non-atherosclerotic vasculitis that affects young male smokers, leading to distal extremity ischemia. Learn the key clinical features like Raynaud phenomenon, digital ulcers, and superficial thrombophlebitis, and why complete smoking cessation is the only effective treatment. As always, we wrap with clinical pearls and PANCE-style review questions to help solidify your learning.

🚬 A must-know vascular disease for boards—and for saving limbs in real life.

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📚 Keywords: Buerger disease, thromboangiitis obliterans, small vessel vasculitis, Raynaud phenomenon, smoking-related vascular disease, digital ulcers, limb ischemia, vascular medicine, PA school podcast, high-yield clinical review

In this episode of the Pro-PA Podcast, Professor G tackles Behçet Disease—a rare, multisystem vasculitis that often presents with recurrent oral and genital ulcers, uveitis, and skin lesions. Learn how to identify key features, differentiate it from other ulcerative or autoimmune conditions, and recognize its unique association with pathergy. Plus, we finish with clinical pearls and two PANCE-style practice questions to test your retention.

🧠 Rare but high-yield—especially for exams covering vasculitides and multisystem disorders.

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📚 Keywords: Behcet disease, oral ulcers, genital ulcers, pathergy, vasculitis, uveitis, multisystem inflammation, high-yield rheumatology, PANCE review, PA school podcast, Pro-PA

In this episode of the Pro-PA Podcast, Professor G reviews Henoch-Schönlein Purpura (HSP), also known as IgA Vasculitis—the most common systemic vasculitis in children. You'll learn the classic tetrad of palpable purpura, arthralgia, abdominal pain, and renal involvement, along with tips on diagnosis, management, and complications. Stick around for helpful clinical pearls and PANCE-style questions to reinforce the material.

🩺 Pediatric pearls you won’t want to miss—perfect for your PANCE prep.

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📚 Keywords: Henoch-Schönlein purpura, IgA vasculitis, HSP, pediatric purpura, small vessel vasculitis, abdominal pain in children, hematuria, PANCE pediatrics review, PA school podcast, high-yield clinical brief

In this episode of the Pro-PA Podcast, Professor G covers the high-yield essentials of Kawasaki Disease, a pediatric vasculitis known for causing fever, mucocutaneous inflammation, and coronary artery aneurysms. Learn the classic diagnostic criteria, the importance of early treatment with IVIG and aspirin, and how to differentiate it from other febrile illnesses in children. This episode also features clinical pearls and PANCE-style questions to help you stay exam-ready.

❤️ Quick, clear, and focused—just what you need to crush this blueprint topic.

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📚 Keywords: Kawasaki disease, pediatric vasculitis, mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome, coronary aneurysm, IVIG, aspirin, febrile child, PANCE pediatrics, PA school podcast, high-yield clinical brief

In this episode of the Pro-PA Podcast, Professor G breaks down Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)—the most common rheumatologic condition in children. Learn how to distinguish between the major subtypes (oligoarticular, polyarticular, and systemic), recognize key features like uveitis risk and daily fevers, and review high-yield treatment strategies. As always, we’ll wrap up with clinical pearls, a final recap, and PANCE-style questions to lock in the knowledge.

🧒 Pediatric rheumatology doesn’t have to be intimidating—this episode makes it simple.

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📚 Keywords: juvenile idiopathic arthritis, JIA, pediatric arthritis, systemic JIA, oligoarticular JIA, uveitis, rheumatology PANCE review, pediatric rheumatology, PA school podcast, high-yield musculoskeletal disorders

In this episode of the Pro-PA Podcast, Professor G explores Adult-Onset Still Disease (AOSD)—a rare but high-yield inflammatory disorder characterized by daily fevers, salmon-colored rash, and arthritis. You’ll learn how to identify the key clinical triad, understand diagnostic lab patterns (including strikingly high ferritin), and review treatment options. Stick around for a final summary, PANCE-style questions, and a call to action that’ll keep your prep game strong.

🔍 Rare doesn’t mean low-yield—don’t miss this one on exam day.

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📚 Keywords: adult-onset Still disease, AOSD, quotidian fever, salmon rash, high ferritin, inflammatory arthritis, high-yield PANCE review, rheumatology, rare rheumatologic conditions, PA school podcast