Home of Medicine with Dr Amie Burbridge and Dr Ben Lovell
EFIM Academy Dr Amie Burbridge
Home of Medicine Podcast | Challenging Medical Cases & Clinical InsightsWelcome to the Home of Medicine podcast, brought to you by EFIM Academy in partnership with the European Federation of Internal Medicine (EFIM). Hosted by Dr. Amie Burbridge and Dr. Ben Lovell, both experienced Consultants in Acute and General Medicine in the UK, this podcast delves into complex medical cases faced in Acute and General Medicine.Each episode focuses on challenging clinical cases, with a particular emphasis on the impact of cognitive biases in medical decision-making. We also explore the latest clinical guidelines to keep you up-to-date with the most current practices in internal medicine.Join us as we reflect on real-world cases, unpack critical thinking in medicine, and provide valuable insights for healthcare professionals navigating the fast-paced world of Acute and General Medicine.Stay connected with EFIM Academy for more resources and continuing education at EFIM Academy.
Episodes
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May 15, 2022 • 50min
BONUS EPISODE; Fatigue
This episode Amie is joined by Dr. Steven Laird, a Consultant in Medical Microbiology in Coventry, UK. Amie and Steven discuss a mysterious case of severe fatigue. Can you diagnose the case before Amie?
May 10, 2022 • 39min
Rash
Amie and Ben are back for episode 10 to discuss a patient presenting with a rash. Can you identify what is happening in this case?Visit www.efimacademy.org for further interactive e-modules. The EFIM Academy aims to develop your clinical reasoning by working through real life cases. Happy learning!
Apr 21, 2022 • 40min
Seizure
Amie and Ben are back with another case to reflect and learn from. Would you approach this case differently?For further reading;https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg137https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(19)30724-X/fulltext
Apr 8, 2022 • 33min
BONUS EPISODE; What is Longevity Medicine?
In this special bonus episode I chat with Prof. Ewelina Biskup, Prof. Evelyne Bischof, MD, MPH, FEFIM. Ewelina has an interest in longevity medicine and we discuss what longevity medicine is and the role internal physician can play in this growing field of medicine. To learn more;Advanced Course, launched for free for everyone and specifically also on the NHS platform; https://longevity-degree.teachable.com/p/longevity-medicine-101Women In Longevity Medicine And The Rise Of The Longevity Physicianhttps://www.longevity.technology/bridging-the-gap-between-longevity-science-and-clinicians/?fbclid=IwAR2x47GGbjC9Rx0Mbr0D1e32tqozEJcb-f8oWGGCzyeswLL77tmblP4K0zMhttp://agingpharma.org/workshop
Mar 30, 2022 • 27min
Chest pain - Part 1
Amie is joined by Dr Sarb Clare, an Acute Physician who works in Birmingham, UK. They discuss a case in which ultrasound plays an important role. Can you get the diagnosis before Amie?Visit www.efimacademy.org for further interactive e-modules. The EFIM Academy aims to develop your clinical reasoning by working through real life cases. Happy learning!
Mar 15, 2022 • 55min
Shortness of breath
Amie and Ben are here to reflect on challenging shifts at work and discuss a patient with shortness of breath. Can you reach the diagnosis before Ben?
Feb 28, 2022 • 33min
Aggressive Behaviour
Amie and Ben are back with another tricky case. This time an unknown male presenting with aggressive behaviour. Can you solve the case before Amie?
Jan 9, 2022 • 38min
The Abnormal Full Blood Count
Listen to Amie and Ben approach an unexpected abnormal full blood count result.
Jan 9, 2022 • 29min
Delirium
Amie and Dr Ben Lovell discuss a case of delirium. Can you work out the diagnosis before Amie?
Nov 30, 2021 • 41min
Fever
Amie is joined by Dr Ben Lovell, a Consultant in Acute Medicine in London. This episode they discuss a challenging case of fever and how our cognitive biases can affect how we make diagnoses. Visit www.efimacademy.org for further interactive e-modules. The EFIM Academy aims to develop your clinical reasoning by working through real life cases. Happy learning!
