Pre PACES Podcast

Sam was joined by consultant endocrinologist Dr Alison Evans to discuss acromegaly, a potential PACES curveball in a station 5 scenario. We talk through the typical presenting symptoms, important elements of a focussed examination, before covering the investigations, management and common examiner questions!  ^_^ SUPPORT THE SHOW ^_^> > Access Quesmed HERE! 15% off with discount code: PREPACES15 < <* * *Sign up for PACES Ahead HERE! * * *Timestamps:1:40 Introduction7:59 History21:00 Examination28:36 Presentation30:42 Investigations40:50 Management48:24 Examiner Questions52:51 Quiz the Consultant Music:Chase & Superepic by Alexander Nakarada | https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The second part of our mammoth deep dive into renal transplants featuring renal physicians Dr Jim Moriarty and Dr Revathi Jain. This episode confronts the investigations, management as well as tackling the common examiner questions in this critically important PACES station. Go to www.kidneyfailurerisk.com for more information on the use of the Kidney Failure Risk Equation. ^_^ SUPPORT THE SHOW ^_^> > Access Quesmed HERE! 15% off with discount code: PREPACES15 < <* * *Sign up for PACES Ahead HERE! * * *Timestamps:1:40 Introduction2:57 Investigations6:32 Examiner Questions34:05 Quiz the Consultant Music:Chase & Superepic by Alexander Nakarada | https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Cinematic Epic Motivational Music | FILM by Alex-Productions | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx0_M61F81Nfb-BRXE-SeVAMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this first part of our first ever double-header episode, Sam was joined by renal physicians, Dr Jim Moriarty and Dr Revathi Jain to discuss this absolute BEHEMOTH of a PACES topic. We covered the systematic examination and comprehensive presentation of a patient with a renal transplant, setting you up perfectly to smash this station if it comes up in your exam!  ^_^ SUPPORT THE SHOW ^_^> > Access Quesmed HERE! 15% off with discount code: PREPACES15 < <* * *Sign up for PACES Ahead HERE! * * *Timestamps:1:42 Introduction6:00 Peripheral Examination20:00 Abdominal Examination31:56 Presentation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Sam was joined by Dr Tom Batty, Rheumatology SpR, to discuss back pain with a focus on Ankylosing Spondylitis! Tom is also the first guinea pig on Reg Against The Machine - but what does the machine do? You'll have to listen to find out!  ^_^ SUPPORT THE SHOW ^_^> > Access Quesmed HERE! 15% off with discount code: PREPACES15 < <* * *Sign up for PACES Ahead HERE! * * *Timestamps:1:30 Introduction4:53 History21:30 Ankylosing Spondylitis38:42 Examination44:40 Investigations49:50 Management58:06 Reg Against the Machine Music:Chase & Superepic by Alexander Nakarada | https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam sits down for another solo episode to discuss the lessons he learned from failing PACEs. This episode is full of advice and will hopefully help those of you who aren't successful at your first attempt! Ultimately, it's not the end of the world and life will go on, whether or not you pass at the first attempt! Thanks for listening! ^_^ SUPPORT THE SHOW ^_^> > Access Quesmed HERE! 15% off with discount code: PREPACES15 < <* * *Sign up for PACES Ahead HERE! * * * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode Sam was joined by #MedTwitter royalty in the form of Dr Ben Beska. Ben's MRCP PACES journey has been publicly followed on Twitter for all to see (and satirise). Discussion focussed on multiple exam delays, maintaining focus during the exam preparation and Ben's top tips for the most high yield activities during his revision. You can find more medical meme content from Ben on twitter!  ^_^ SUPPORT THE SHOW ^_^> > Access Quesmed HERE! 15% off with discount code: PREPACES15 < <* * *Sign up for PACES Ahead HERE! * * *  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Jen Collinson, an Acute Medicine registrar with expertise in stroke medicine, shares her insights on transient ischaemic attacks (TIAs). She discusses the importance of thorough patient history, focused examinations, and the distinction between TIAs and strokes. Jen highlights common presentation features and necessary investigations like neuroimaging. The episode also covers differential diagnoses, lifestyle advice for vascular risk reduction, and practical tips for communicating with patients about their condition.

Dr. Angus Nightingale, a consultant cardiologist and hypertension expert from the University of Bristol, dives into the complexities of hypertension. He explains various types, from primary to malignant, and shares essential red flags to look out for. Discussion on managing acute severe hypertension alongside practical lifestyle modifications offers listeners valuable insights. The episode wraps up with a fun quiz segment about the Italian detective novels featuring Inspector Montalbano, blending medicine with light-hearted literary charm.

Our first ever return guest on the podcast! We welcomed back Dr Jennie Gough who gives her very best advice on sitting PACES after she had multiple cancellations to the exam. We talked about organisation and logistics, as well as managing exam nerves and gut feelings after the exam! ^_^ SUPPORT THE SHOW ^_^> > Access Quesmed HERE! 15% off with discount code: PREPACES15 < <* * *Sign up for PACES Ahead HERE! * * * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Luke Bennetto, a consultant neuro-ophthalmologist, dives into the complexities of optic neuropathy. He breaks down the critical differences between optic neuropathy and optic atrophy, shares key symptoms to watch for, and explains how various causes can present differently in patients. Luke also highlights the significance of timely diagnosis, the impact of migraines, and what to look for during examinations. Plus, don't miss his fun quiz on England's rugby history, showcasing his lighter side amidst serious medical discussions!