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In this Infectious Disease Rafael Medina Subspecialty episode, Dr. Jorge Salazar presents a case to Dr. Monica Gandhi of a transgender woman with a recent diagnosis of HIV presenting with fatigue and weight loss.  Session facilitator: Maddy Conte The goal of this series is to expand access to subspecialty, primary care, and internal medicine-adjacent specialty… Read More »Episode 295: Rafael Medina Subspecialty Series – fatigue in patient living with HIV

Maddy presents a case to Jack, Sharmin, and Ann Marie of a patient who is found to have a mediastinal mass on imaging. Mediastinal Mass Schema   Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS

CPSolvers: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series Episode 22 – Live from SGIM 2023: Best of Antiracism Research at the Society of General Internal Medicine’s 2023 Annual Meeting Show Notes by Alec J. Calac June 22, 2023   Summary: This episode highlights a selection of antiracism research presentations at a live recording of the podcast at the… Read More »Episode 293 – Antiracism in Medicine Series – Episode 22 – Live from SGIM 2023: Best of Antiracism Research at the Society of General Internal Medicine’s 2023 Annual Meeting

Episode description RR discuss a grounding case of chest pain   Student discount https://www.rlrcpsolvers.com/student-discounts/   IMG discount Use coupon code RLRIMG at check out  https://rlrcpsolvers.com/annual-plan

Dr. Kimberly Manning and her father, Mr. William Draper, commemorate Juneteenth, the holiday that celebrates the day when all remaining enslaved Black Americas were freed in Galveston Texas, on June 19th, 1865, with this hour-long storytelling event.

We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Dr. Gabriela Pucci presents a case of right arm weakness to Promise and Ravi.  Promise Lee @promiseflee Promise Lee is currently a 3rd year medical student at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. She is an aspiring internal medicine… Read More »Episode 290 – Neurology VMR – Vertigo

Episode description: The spaced learning series team discusses a case of intermittent episodes of presyncope in a patient found to have hypoglycemia and polycythemia.   Featuring: Anna FretzKirtan PatoliaPriyanka Athavale Schemas:SyncopeHypoglycemiaPolycythemia  Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS

In this episode of WDx, Dr Rebecca Berger joins Kara, Jane, & Sharmin to discuss a clinical unknown. Presented by Kara, the case starts with a young woman presenting with chronic isolated thrombocytopenia. Dr. Rebecca Berger Rebecca is an academic hospitalist and assistant professor of medicine at Weil Cornell Medicine and New York Presbyterian Hospital.… Read More »Episode 288: WDx #23: Clinical Unknown Discussion with Dr Rebecca Berger

RR dedicate this episode to our beloved Rafa Medina.  Rafa’s GoFundMe page.

Maddy Conte and Seyma Yildirim introduce a new series on the podcast: “The Rafael Medina Subspecialty Series,” which will always be in loving memory of our dear friend and CPSolvers family member, Dr. Rafael Medina. Rafa presents a nephrology clinical unknown to Drs. Ashita Tolwani and Mustafa Muhammad. The goal of this series is to… Read More »Episode 286 – Rafael Medina Subspecialty Series – Elevated Creatinine

CPSolvers: Antiracism in Medicine Series Episode 21 – Psychosocial and Cultural Considerations for Providing Healthcare to Immigrant and Refugee Populations Show Notes by Kiersten T. “Gillette” Gillette-Pierce May 2, 2023 Summary: This episode highlights the psychosocial and cultural considerations for providing healthcare to immigrant and refugee populations. During this episode, we hear from Dr. Altaf… Read More »Episode 285: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series – Episode 21 – Psychosocial and Cultural Considerations for Providing Healthcare to Immigrant and Refugee Populations

RR recap a mystery case presented by Aaron. Student discount https://www.rlrcpsolvers.com/student-discounts/ IMG discount Use coupon code RLRIMG at check out  https://rlrcpsolvers.com/annual-plan GlassHealth sponsorship https://twitter.com/GlassHealthHQ https://glass.health/cpsolvers Use promo code CPSOLVERS for one month free!

We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Dr. Ravi Singh presents a case of right arm weakness to Yazmin and Sridhara. Neurology DDx Schema Yazmin Heredia @minheredia Yazmin is a Mexican Graduate from the Universidad Autonoma de Yucatan. During her medical training, she developed a strong interest… Read More »Episode 283 – Neurology VMR – Right arm weakness

CPSolvers: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series Episode 20 – Medical Racism and Indigenous Peoples Show Notes by Sudarshan (“Sud”) Krishnamurthy April 4, 2023 Summary: This episode highlights the checkered past of medicine and the advancements in the field that have occurred at the expense of the humanity of Indigenous peoples. During this episode, we hear from… Read More »Episode 282: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series – Episode 20 – Medical Racism and Indigenous Peoples

Dr. Vipul Kumar presents a fascinating case of pancytopenia and rash to guest discussant, Dr. Anand Patel.   Dr. Vipul Kumar MD PhD is a hematology-oncology fellow at UCSF. He is currently in his second year of fellowship and has a clinical interest in oncology of all forms as well as a passion for teaching.   Dr. Anand Patel is… Read More »Episode 281: The Consult Question #8 – Pancytopenia and Rash

Aaron presents a mystery in reverse to RR   Student discount https://www.rlrcpsolvers.com/student-discounts/ IMG discount Use coupon code RLRIMG at check out  https://rlrcpsolvers.com/annual-plan GlassHealth sponsorship https://twitter.com/GlassHealthHQ https://glass.health/cpsolvers Use promo code CPSOLVERS for one month free!

Simone and Moses review their approach to chronic lower extremity weakness in a patient with new-onset jaundice, as Vale presents them a case with a neuro flavor to it.   Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS

Ann Marie presents a case to Dan, Jack, and Sharmin of a young patient with tachycardia, lower extremity edema, who later develops pharyngitis. Thyrotoxicosis Schema Pharyngitis Schema Peripheral Edema Schema Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS

Reza takes us through the journey of the last RLR with a reflective lens.   Student discount https://www.rlrcpsolvers.com/student-discounts/   IMG discount Use coupon code RLRIMG at check out  https://rlrcpsolvers.com/annual-plan    GlassHealth sponsorship https://twitter.com/GlassHealthHQ https://glass.health/cpsolvers Use promo code CPSOLVERS for one month free!

We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Yazmin presents a case of lethargy and myoclonus to Kiara and Maria. Neurology DDx Schema Maria Jimena Aleman @MariaMjaleman María Jimena Alemán was born and raised in Guatemala where she currently works in community and rural health care. After suffering from… Read More »Episode 276: Neurology VMR – Lethargy and Myoclonus

CPSolvers: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series  Episode 19 – Reframing the Opioid Epidemic: Anti-Racist Praxis, Racial Health Inequities, and Harm Reduction Show Notes by Alec Calac February 9, 2022 Summary: This episode highlights racialized disparities in addiction treatment. During this episode, we hear from Dr. Jessica Isom, a board-certified community psychiatrist and faculty leader in the Yale Department… Read More »Episode 275: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series – Episode 19 – Reframing the Opioid Epidemic: Anti-Racist Praxis, Racial Health Inequities, and Harm Reduction

Sharmin, Dan, Ann Marie, and Jack discuss an interesting case of non-resolving pneumonia with some radiologic surprises! Schemas: CAP Pulmonary Disease and Eosinophilia Lung Nodules Lung Cavities Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS

Reza and Rabih discuss a fascinating case of unilateral lower extremity edema.    Episode is sponsored by Glass Health – the best digital notebook for clinicians. @GlassHealthHQ rlrCPSOLVERS.COM

Sukriti and Maani present a clinical unknown to Dr. Reza, followed by a brief discussion about addressing roadblocks that women in medicine face. Dr. Nosheen Reza Dr. Nosheen Reza is a cardiologist and translational researcher at the University of Pennsylvania focusing on advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology and cardiovascular genetics. She obtained her medical… Read More »Episode 272: WDx #22 – Clinical Unknown with Guest Expert Dr. Nosheen Reza

The spaced learning series team tackles the case of a patient with a non-resolving pulmonary inflammatory syndrome, found to have a cavitary lesion on lung imaging with glomerulonephritis. Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS

Reza and Rabih discuss a tricky case of acute severe dyspnea Episode is sponsored by Glass Health – the best digital notebook for clinicians. @GlassHealthHQ rlrCPSOLVERS.COM Use the coupon code RLRHOLIDAYS for 30% discount of the annual plan Rlrcpsolvers.com/annual-plan/

We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time,Valeria presents a case of headache and altered mental status to Joy and Mattia. Neurology DDx Schema Valeria Roldán @valeroldan23 Valeria is a medical student at Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia. She was born and lives in Lima, Perú. She hopes to… Read More »Episode 269: Neurology VMR – Headache and altered mental status

Maani and Emily are joined by Dr. Rachael Lee for a clinical unknown.   Dr. Rachael Lee @DoctorRachael Dr. Lee joined the UAB Division of Infectious Diseases at UAB in 2016 and is currently an Associate Professor. She is the UAB Chief Healthcare Epidemiologist and in this role, she utilizes evidence based medicine to prevent… Read More »Episode 268: WDx #21 – Clinical Unknown with Dr. Rachael Lee

Reza and Rabih discuss a fascinating case of AMS, infection and polyuria. rlrCPSOLVERS.COM  RLR have transitioned from Patreon to have their website rlrCPSolvers.com. Check out this virtual classroom full of bonus schemas, illness scripts, teaching videos and case challenges Get a personalized clinical reasoning curriculum to take your skills to the next level AND support… Read More »Episode 267: RLR – Appetizer and Main Dish

Moses presents a case of hypoglycemia to Vale and Simone.  Hypoglycemia Schema Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

Ann Marie, Jack and Dan discuss and delve deeper into hypokalemia and hypophosphatemia schemas based on a case presented by Sharmin.   Schemas Hypokalemia Hypokalemia a practical approach Hypophosphatemia     Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS

Reza and Rabih discuss a fascinating case of hypercalcemia.  rlrCPSOLVERS.COM Get a personalized clinical reasoning curriculum to take your skills to the next level AND support the CPSolvers while you are at it. Check out our sample content page here!  Click here to create an account for a 3 day free trial  with coupon… Read More »Episode 264: RLR – A Dual Diagnosis of Hypercalcemia

We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, John presents a case of diplopia to Valeria and Madellena. Neurology DDx Schema   John Acquaviva @DrJAStrange John Acquaviva is a fourth-year medical student attending Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pennsylvania. He has a passion for both clinical… Read More »Episode 263: Neurology VMR – Diplopia

CPSolvers: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series  Episode 18 – Remedying Health Inequities Driven by the Carceral System Show Notes by Ayana Watkins October 18, 2022 Summary: This episode highlights the history and roots of the carceral system, as well as its far-reaching impacts on the health of women and children today. During this episode, we gain… Read More »Episode 262: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series – Episode 18 – Remedying Health Inequities Driven by the Carceral System

Reza discussed a mind-blowing case presented by Rabih rlrCPSOLVERS.COM RLR have transitioned from Patreon to have their website rlrCPSolvers.com Check out this virtual classroom full of bonus schemas, illness scripts, teaching videos and case challenges. Rlrcpsolvers.com

In this WDx episode, Sharmin and Dr Lekshmi Santhosh delve into the world of written evaluations: why are they important, implicit biases they can contain and how to do a better job in both writing and interpreting evaluations. Dr. Lekshmi Santhosh Dr. Lekshmi Santhosh is an associate professor of medicine at UCSF. She specializes in… Read More »Episode 260: WDx #20 – Exploring the World of Evaluations with Dr. Lekshmi Santhosh

This episode is dedicated to the loving memory of Gabriel Talledo, we reflect on how greatly he touched our lives followed by his story, as told by him in the first episode of Queer Rounds.  Please consider donating here to the Gabriel Talledo’s Scholarship benefiting young medical students of the LGTBQIA community in hopes of… Read More »Episode 259: In Loving Memory of Gabriel Talledo

The SLS team tackles the case of a young woman presenting with a prolonged, inflammatory pulmonary syndrome is found to have pulmonary granulomas, headaches and hyponatremia. Join them as they apply CPSolvers schemas to real life Patient care to facilitate the diagnostic reasoning process. Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

Sharmin, Ann Marie, and Dan discuss a case that takes us on a journey through the pancreas and hepatobiliary systems with schemas at every stop of the way!   Schemas: Acute Pancreatitis Pancreatic Mass Pancreatic Mass (Simple) Jaundice   Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

RLR discussing an intriguing case of nausea.   Big news RLR are ending their time on Patreon soon and hosting content on their own website. Stay tuned for more info.   Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, CPSolvers team member Rafael Medina presents a case of frequent falls for CPSolvers team member Yazmin and Alice. Neurology DDx Schema Rafael Medina dos Santos @Rafameed Rafael Medina dos Santos is a Brazilian medical graduate. Before medicine, Rafael wanted to be… Read More »Episode 255: Neurology VMR – Frequent Falls

Dr. Rezigh presents a case of fever in a patient newly diagnosed with HIV to Dr. Woc-Colburn. Dr. Alec Rezigh Alec Rezigh is an academic hospitalist at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX. He completed medical school at McGovern Medical School in Houston and his residency at The University of Colorado. His clinical interests include medical… Read More »Episode 254: Clinical Unknown with Drs. Kumfer, Rezigh, and Woc-Colburn

We are excited to bring you this special Clinical Unknown episode with Eleanor, Kate, David, and Mike discussing a case of back pain.   Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

Reza discusses a mind-blowing case presented by Rabih. RLR now have over 100 episode on Patreon – consider subscribing here. Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

In this episode, Dr. Ashley McMullen, Dr. Simone Vais, and Jane Lock share stories of setbacks in medicine related to the theme, “I thought I was alone.” Session moderated by Madellena Conte. Interested in sharing a story during a future Setbacks in Medicine discussion? Fill out this form here: https://forms.gle/hoddk5iSod1SmCbL8   Ashley McMullen Dr. Ashley… Read More »Episode 251: WDx #18 – Setbacks in Medicine: “I thought I was alone”

Dan, Jack, and Sharmin discuss a case of dyspnea, and hypertension presented by Ann Marie. Dyspnea Secondary hypertension AKI overview Glomerulonephritis   Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

Moses and Valeria review their approaches for fever in the inpatient and anemia, as they talk through a case presented by Simone.   Schema: Fever: the journey Anemia Thought Train    Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

Dr. Lisa Sanders joins RLR for a fascinating case of neuropathy that was published in the New York Times Magazine. Read it here.   RLR now have over 100 episode on Patreon – consider subscribing here.   Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Valeria Roldan presents a case of tremors and myoclonus to Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. Neurology DDx Schema   Valeria Roldán @valeroldan23 Valeria is a medical student at Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia. She was born and lives in Lima, Perú. She hopes to pursue… Read More »Episode 247: Neurology VMR – Tremors & Myoclonus

Pratik presents a case of dyspnea and RUQ pain to Fred. Dr. Fred McLafferty Fred McLafferty, MD is a fellow in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care at the University of California, San Francisco.  His research interest is in how certain environmental particles and pathogens drive lung remodeling and pulmonary fibrosis.  He is clinically… Read More »Episode 246: Clinical Unknown with Fred, Pratik, and Simone

Dr. Jenn Davis presents a consult question to Dan, Doug, Emma, Sukriti, and Dr. Laila Woc-Colburn. Dr. Laila Woc-Colburn Dr. Laila Woc-Colburn is an associate professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta. She is a renowned medical educator and has a wide range of clinical interests including tropical… Read More »Episode 245: The Consult Question #7 – Brain Abscesses

Vale, Brodie, and Gabriel discuss basic terminology of the LGBTQ+ community, the importance of communication in healthcare, and pieces of advice when using gender-inclusive language. Download CPSolvers App here  Patreon website

Vale, Brodie, and Gabriel talk about their journey as LGBTQ+ members and the genesis of Queer Rounds, a platform that highlights the reality of gender and sexual diverse communities in healthcare. Download CPSolvers App here  Patreon website

In this episode, Maani and Sharmin are joined by Dr. Tara Gadde who presents a clinical unknown case to Dr. Aimee Zaas followed by a discussion on leadership, mentorship, and career transition points. Uttara (Tara) Gadde Uttara (Tara) Gadde is an internal medicine resident at the University of Pennsylvania. She went to Cornell University for… Read More »Episode 242: WDx #17 – “The Next Play”

Smitha and Simone tackle inpatient infections and glomerulonephritis as they work through a case presented by Anna. Schema: Infection in the inpatient Glomerulonephritis Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

CPSolvers: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series Episode 17 – ‘Just’ Births: Reproductive Justice & Black/Indigenous Maternal Health Equity Show Notes by Ayana Watkins May 31, 2022 Summary: This episode centers the roles of reproductive justice and anti-racist action in rectifying inequities faced by Black and Indigenous birthing persons. This discussion is hosted by Naomi Fields,… Read More »Episode 240: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series – Episode 17 – ‘Just’ Births: Reproductive Justice & Black/Indigenous Maternal Health Equity

Sharmin, Ann Marie, and Jack discuss a fascinating case of back pain and granulomas presented by Dan. Schemas: Low Back Pain Overview Bony Back Pain Overview Granuloma on Histopath Bone Lesions Antibiotic Failure Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

RLR discussed an intriguing case of a chronic consolidation Thank you to our dear friend and colleague Dr. Kelley Chuang for her help with the production of this episode. (You are a legend, Kelley!)  @kelleychuang To listen to more RLR episodes, consider subscribing to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cpsolvers

We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time Dr. Doug Pet presents a case of slurred speech to Angelita and Diane.  Neurology DDx Schema Doug Pet @doug_pet Doug is a resident in neurology at UCSF. He grew up surrounded by cow farms and crab-apple trees in New Milford,… Read More »Episode 237: Neurology VMR – Slurred Speech

CPSolvers: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series Episode 16 – Live from SGIM: Best of Antiracism Research at the Society of General Internal Medicine’s 2022 Annual Meeting Show Notes by Sudarshan Krishnamurthy May 3, 2022 Summary: This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at the Society of General Internal Medicine’s 2022 Annual Meeting in… Read More »Episode 236: ARM Episode 16 – Live from SGIM: Best of Antiracism Research at the Society of General Internal Medicine’s 2022 Annual Meeting

Reza discussed a case that begins with dysuria, but ends in a way you will not believe. To listen to more RLR episodes, consider subscribing to Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/cpsolvers

Dr. Blythe Butler presents a case to Dr. Alexandra “Jay” Teng, followed by a discussion about her experience as a woman in an Internal Medicine procedural subspecialty. Alexandra “Jay” Teng Alexandra “Jay” Teng hails from Berkeley and graduated from Harvard with a bachelor’s degree in history and science. After college, she worked at UCSF as… Read More »Episode 234: WDx #16 – Clinical Unknown with Dr. Alexandra “Jay” Teng

In this case, Anna and Moses work through the schemas of dyspnea, AMS, HIV & infection, and lymphocytic pleocytosis as they discuss a case presented by Simone. Schema: DyspneaAMS 2.0HIV & infectionLymphocytic pleocytosis Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

CPSolvers: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series Episode 15: Housing is Health: Racism and Homelessness – Clinician + Community Perspectives  Show Notes by: Victor Anthony Lopez-Carmen, MPH April 5, 2022 Summary: This episode highlights homelessness’ impact on health, the structural and racialized nature of homelessness, and practical interventions to address housing inequities. This is the last of… Read More »Episode 232: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series – Episode 15 – Housing is Health: Racism and Homelessness – Clinician + Community Perspectives

Ann Marie, Jack, and Dan talk through the hemoptysis and pulmonary-renal syndromes schemas based on a case presented by Sharmin   Schemas: Hemoptysis Pulmonary Renal Syndrome   Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

Dr. Rehman presents an unsolved Dx mystery from Pakistan! Patreon We’ve spiced up Patreon! Check out these two examples tier 3 videos The Tale of the Toe – https://vimeo.com/689507245 Spontaneous versus Secondary Peritonitis – https://vimeo.com/687572741 And here’s the main Patreon website: Patreon.com/CPSolvers.

We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Vijay presents a case of left upper extremity weakness to Vale and John.   Neurology DDx Schema Valeria Roldan @ValeRoldan23 Valeria is a medical student at Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia. She was born and lives in Lima, Perú. She hopes to pursue a Neurology… Read More »Episode 229: Neurology VMR – Left Upper Extremity Weakness

Travis and Simone present a clinical unknown to Anand. Schema: Dyspnea Splenomegaly   Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

Dr. Croglio presents a riveting diagnostic journey to RLR. For more RLR episodes and short teaching videos, support us on Patreon.

RR discuss a fascinating cause of confusion and a tremor For more RLR episodes, consider subscribing to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cpsolvers

Cardionerds, Tommy and Dinu, present a case to Dr. Vaidya, Lindsey, and Dan. Dr. Anjali Vaidya Dr. Vaidya is a heart failure and transplant cardiologist at the Lewis Katz School ofMedicine at Temple University, where she serves as the co-director of the Pulmonary Hypertension, right heart failure, and CTEPH program, as well as APD for… Read More »Episode 225: The Consult Question #6 Featuring CardioNerds – Shortness of Breath

In this episode, Anna & Smitha review the schemas of Inflammation and Glomerulonephritis as they work through a case presented by Emma. Glomerulonephritis Inflammation – Overview   Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

CPSolvers: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series Episode 14: Race, Place, and Health: Clinician and Community Perspectives Show Notes by Alec Calac February 15th, 2022 Summary: This episode highlights how racism manifests in the built environment, and how community and individual-level efforts can mitigate these inequities. This discussion is the second of three planned conversations around the… Read More »Episode 223: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series – Episode 14 – Race, Place, and Health: Clinician and Community Perspectives

RR discuss an important patient phone callFor more RLR episodes, consider subscribing to Patreon: The Clinical Problem Solvers is creating podcasts, videos, schemas, illness scripts and more | Patreon

Lindsey presents a case of fever in a returning traveler to Sharmin, Jack, and Dan. Fever in a Returning Traveler Schema Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Maria presents a case of increased drowsiness to Dr. Mathieu Brunet and Dr. Mattia Rosso.  Neurology DDx Schema Maria Jimena Aleman Maria Jimena Aleman María Jimena Alemán was born and raised in Guatemala where she currently works in community and rural health care.… Read More »Episode 220: Neurology VMR – Drowsiness

In this episode, Dr. Elliot Tapper discusses a clinical unknown case presented by Dr. Jennifer Mundell Jennifer Mundell  Jennifer Mundell, MD FACP is the associate program director for Ascension St Vincent Internal Medicine Residency Program. She graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed IM residency at Ascension St. Vincent in 2016. The residents… Read More »Episode 219: Clinical Unknown with Dr. Tapper, Dr. Mundell, & Travis

Emma presents a case to Dr. Yao Heng, followed by a discussion about her experience as a woman in Internal Medicine procedural subspecialty. Dr. Yao Heng Dr. Yao Heng was born in Bangkok, Thailand. She immigrated to the US in her 20’s. After graduating from the University of California, Berkeley with a Bachelor of Arts… Read More »Episode 218: WDx #15 – Iron Lady, GI Edition

RLR are back on the podcast with 4 fascinating cases. Over the winter, they’ve been releasing a lot of cool content on Patreon. Check it out for much more RLR content. https://www.patreon.com/cpsolvers

Doug presents an unknown case of vision loss to Dr. Cherayil, Lindsey and Dan.    Dr. Neena Cherayil. Dr. Cherayil is an Assistant Professor of Neurology in the Departments of Neurology and Ophthalmology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. She completed her neurology residency followed by a neuro-ophthalmology fellowship at the… Read More »Episode 216: The Consult Question #5 – Vision Loss

CPSolvers team members Rafael Medina and Simone Vais take a moment to reflect on what is going on in the world of medicine focusing on vaccine uptake with two incredible experts on the matter about what their experiences have been.   Dr. Matifadza Hlatshwayo Davis. Dr. Davis is the Director of Health for the… Read More »Episode 215: Vaccine Hesitancy – with Dr. Davis and Dr. Villela

Sharmin presents a case of angioedema to Jack, Dan and Lindsey. Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

CPSolvers: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series Episode 13: Centering Asian Americans: Racism, Violence, and Health Show Notes by Naomi F. Fields December 21, 2021 Summary: This episode is about racism faced by Asian-Americans, why it often goes unrecognized, and how we can work to rectify these wrongs. This discussion is hosted by Jazzmin Williams, Rohan Khazanchi,… Read More »Episode 213: Antiracism in Medicine Series – Episode 13 – Centering Asian Americans: Racism, Violence, and Health

Rabih discusses the case with one key question: Do we use an AND or an Or or, Both? Support the CPSolvers and tune in to much more RLR by subscribing to Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/cpsolvers

We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Maria presents a case of episodic transient loss of consciousness to Gabriel and Ravi. Schema 1 Schema 2 Neurology DDx Schema Maria Jimena Aleman Maria Jimena Aleman was born and raised in Guatemala where she currently is a medical student in Universidad Francisco… Read More »Episode 211: Neuro VMR – Episodic transient loss of consciousness

Dr. Kushal, Dr. Saman, and Dr. Brandon discuss a case of worsening dyspnea and fever. Schema Dr. Kushal Vaishnani Dr. Kushal Vaishnani is a Hospitalist at Atrium Health. He finished his medical school at B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad, India. He completed his transitional year at Brandon Regional Hospital and Internal Medicine residency at LSUHSC –… Read More »Episode 210: Clinical unknown with Dr. Kushal, Dr. Saman, and Dr. Brandon

CPSolvers: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series Episode 12: Our Land is Our Health: Addressing Anti-Indigenous Racism in Medicine Show Notes by LaShyra Nolen November 23rd, 2021 Summary: This episode is about the ways we can combat anti-Indigenous sentiments and actions in our efforts to promote anti-racism in medicine and public health. This discussion is hosted by our… Read More »Episode 209: Antiracism in Medicine Series – Episode 12 – Our Land is Our Health: Addressing Anti-Indigenous Racism in Medicine

Reza discusses the case of a young man who suddenly became to feel unsteady. Support the CPSolvers and tune in to much more RLR by subscribing to Patreon. Learn more about the ABMS Visiting Scholars Program here

Dr. Michael Thomashow presents an unknown case to Dr. Anisha Dua, Dan Minter, Doug Pet and Lindsey Shipley. Schema 1 Schema 2 Anisha B. Dua MD, MPH  Anisha B. Dua MD, MPH is an Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of Rheumatology, Rheumatology Fellowship Program Director and Director of the Northwestern Vasculitis Center at… Read More »Episode 207: The Consult Question #4 – Fevers and Arthralgias

Sharmin and Dr. Kaylin Nguyen delve deeper into the imposter phenomenon. They discuss the origin of the term, the problems with the mainstream definition, and how it should be reframed. Imposter Syndrome Treat the Cause, Not the Symptom Contextualizing the Impostor “Syndrome” Stop Telling Women They Have Imposter Syndrome End Imposter Syndrome in Your Workplace Dr. Kaylin Nguyen Dr. Kaylin Nguyen was born in Vietnam and… Read More »Episode 206: WDx #14 – Feeling like an Imposter? Let’s Talk.

Dr. Ravi Singh interviews CPSolvers team members Rafael Medina, Sukriti Banthiya, and Rabih Geha who illustrate the Do’s (Rafael and Sukriti) and Don’ts (Rabih) of a residency application interview. This is for anyone interviewing, but especially for IMGs. Enjoy part 2 with Rabih Geha. Dr Ravi Singh Doctor Ravi Singh graduated from the University Medical School of Debrecen… Read More »Episode 205- Global VMR Special Episode – The Mock Interview – The Do’s and Don’ts with Dr. Ravi Singh – Part 2

Dr. Ravi Singh interviews CPSolvers team members Rafael Medina, Sukriti Banthiya, and Rabih Geha who illustrate the Do’s (Rafael and Sukriti) and Don’ts (Rabih) of a residency application interview. This is for anyone interviewing, but especially for IMGs. Enjoy part one with Rafael and Sukriti. Dr Ravi Singh Doctor Ravi Singh graduated from the University… Read More »Episode 205- Global VMR Special Episode – The Mock Interview – The Do’s and Don’ts with Dr. Ravi Singh – Part 1

In this episode, Simone & Emma review the schemas of Altered Mental Status and Microangiopathic Hemolytic Anemia as they work through a case presented by Moses. Schema 1  Schema 2  Schema 3 Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

Lisa Sanders, MD, founder and writer of the popular Diagnosis column for  New York Times Magazine, and Laura Glick, MD, STUMP RR through a very exciting case.  We hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed being stumped. Join us on  Patreon for more cases with Dr. Sanders, and 5 bonus episodes a month with RLR.

CPSolvers team members–Rafael Medina (lead organizer),Valeria Roldán, Gabriel Talledo,  and Andrea Guzman facilitate a conversation with Drs. Gallo and Singh who shared authentic, practical, and inspirational insight into the IMG journey to apply to residency in the USA. Dr Alice Gallo Doctor Alice Gallo graduated from the Medical School of the Pontifícia Universidade Católica do… Read More »Episode 202: Global VMR Special Episode – Residency Applications for IMGs Part 2

CPSolvers team members–Rafael Medina (lead organizer),Valeria Roldán, Gabriel Talledo,  and Andrea Guzman facilitate a conversation with Drs. Gallo and Singh who shared authentic, practical, and inspirational insight into the IMG journey to apply to residency in the USA.   Dr Alice Gallo Doctor Alice Gallo graduated from the Medical School of the Pontifícia Universidade Católica do… Read More »Episode 202: Global VMR Special Episode – Residency Applications for IMGs Part 1

Jack, Sharmin, Lindsey, and Dan discuss a case of Jaundice and Lung Nodules.  Jaundice schema Lung Nodules schema Download CPSolvers App here Patreon website

CPSolvers: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series Episode 11: Racism, Redlining, and the Path Towards Reconciliation Show Notes by Sud Krishnamurthy, Michelle Ogunwole, Chioma Onuoha October 12th, 2021 Summary: This episode is part of a 3-part series on Race, Place, and Health. In this episode, we invite Mr. Richard Rothstein, distinguished Fellow of the Economic Policy Institute… Read More »Episode 200: Antiracism in Medicine Series – Episode 11 – Racism, Redlining, and the Path Towards Reconciliation

We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Gabriela presents a case of impairment of speech to Gabriel and Valeria. Neurology DDx Schema Want to test your learning? Take our Episode Quiz Gabriela Pucci Gabriela has graduated from Medical School at Unicamp and recently finished her neurology residency at Unesp, both… Read More »Episode 199: Neurology VMR – Diplopia