Neurology Exam Prep Podcast
Study materials for in-service and certification examinations in neurology residency.
Latest episodes
Jul 1, 2020 • 44min
July 1 Special! Resident Tips on Acute Stroke and Status Epilepticus
Medical experts share critical insights on managing acute strokes and status epilepticus. They discuss swift evaluation techniques, emphasizing the urgency of CT scans and vital assessments. The importance of recognizing stroke symptoms promptly is highlighted, along with essential protocols for administering treatments like thrombolysis. Tips for efficient stroke code management are also provided, stressing teamwork and seeking guidance from experienced colleagues. Additionally, urgent care strategies for treating convulsive seizures are explored, focusing on timely medication administration and underlying causes.
Jun 12, 2020 • 17min
Episode 13 - Muscle Disease III (Mitochondrial and Metabolic Myopathies)
A continuation of discussions on muscle disease with Drs. Safa Abdehakim and Jeff Dewey.Note: This podcast is intended solely as an educational tool for learners, especially neurology residents. The contents should not be interpreted as medical advice.
May 21, 2020 • 20min
Morning Report: Headache and Visual Changes
Case discussion with Drs. Safa Abdelhakim and Jeff Dewey
May 16, 2020 • 27min
Morning Report: Severe Headaches with Exertion
Case discussion with Drs. Chris Gottschalk, Jeff Dewey, Lindsay McAlpine and Chris Traner
May 9, 2020 • 34min
Episode 12 - MS Pathophysiology and Diagnosis
Dr. Erin Longbrake, an assistant professor in neuromunology, dives deep into the complexities of multiple sclerosis. She sheds light on how T cells and gray matter damage play crucial roles in the disease's pathology. The conversation also covers the significant influence of genetic and environmental factors, including lifestyle and infections. Additionally, Dr. Longbrake discusses critical diagnostic methods, from imaging techniques to lumbar punctures, and addresses common misconceptions about MS, providing clarity on this often-misunderstood condition.
May 9, 2020 • 22min
Morning Report - New Onset Horizontal Diplopia
Case discussion with Drs. Rahiwa Gebre, Chris Traner and Jeff Dewey.
Apr 28, 2020 • 38min
Episode 11 - Muscle Disease Part II (Congenital and Mitochondrial)
NOTE: This is meant as a review and educational tool for neurology trainees only, and should not be considered to replace the advice of medical experts.A continuation of the series on muscle diseases, with Drs. Jeff Dewey and Safa Abdelhakim. The focus is on congenital myopathies and muscular dystrophies, and mitochondrial myopathies.
Apr 25, 2020 • 25min
Morning Report: Long Episode of Altered Awareness and Amnesia
Case discussion with Drs. Jeff Dewey, Jeremy Moeller, Lindsay McAlpine and Chris Traner.
Apr 23, 2020 • 19min
Morning Report: Painful Progressive Weakness
Case discussion with Drs. Jeff Dewey, Chris Traner and Lindsay McAlpine
Apr 20, 2020 • 26min
Episode 10 - Muscular Dystrophy
Note: This podcast is intended solely as an educational tool for learners, especially neurology residents. The contents should not be interpreted as medical advice.In this episode, we review of the most common muscular dystrophies, with Dr. Safa Abdelhakim and Dr. Jeff Dewey.
