What does it take to master clinical reasoning in an ever-evolving medical landscape? Dr. Daniel Boctor, MD dives into the complexities of decision-making in medicine, why asking “why” is a skill every doctor should cultivate, and how AI can complement—but never replace—the human touch in healthcare. In this intellectually stimulating conversation, host Andrew Mohama seeks out Daniel's insights on clinical reasoning through frameworks and personal stories from his journey in medicine as an internal medicine resident physician at UCSF. Along the way, Daniel offers practical advice for learners and clinicians alike, making this episode a must-listen for anyone passionate about medicine.

Daniel's recent publication in JGIM questioning why residents discontinue metformin on admission: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11606-024-09226-3

Host: Andrew Mohama

Guest: Daniel Boctor

Produced By: Andrew Mohama

Alert & Oriented is a medical student-run clinical reasoning podcast dedicated to providing a unique platform for early learners to practice their skills as a team in real time. Through our podcast, we strive to foster a learning environment where medical students can engage with one another, share knowledge, and gain valuable experience in clinical reasoning. We aim to provide a comprehensive and supportive platform for early learners to develop their clinical reasoning skills, build confidence in their craft, and become the best clinicians they can be.

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A fantastic resource, by learners, for learners in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Primary Care, Emergency Medicine, and Hospital Medicine.

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