

RCP Medicine Podcast
Royal College of Physicians
The RCP Medicine podcast is a discussion of different topics relevant to physicians. Episodes discuss and explore different topics including real-life clinical cases, new evidence-based guidelines and specific physician issues in the modern healthcare environment. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the presenters and not necessarily the RCP.
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Aug 23, 2019 • 32min
Episode 18: Delirium Myths and Legends
In her second guest episode, consultant psychiatrist Dr Becky Chubb goes through the key points of delirium diagnosis and management.RCP Links Education Events Membership Improving care Policy and campaigns RCP Social Media Instagram LinkedIn Facebook X Bluesky Music: Episode 50 onward - Bensound.com Episodes 1 - 49 'Impressive Deals' - Nicolai Heidlas

Aug 16, 2019 • 25min
Episode 17: Never to be Forgotten
Hussain and Amie delve into an unusual case where a very commonly prescribed drug becomes the focus.Sepsis in adults - Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment | BMJ Best PracticeAdrenal crisis | Society for EndocrinologySystemic glucocorticoid therapy and adrenal insufficiency in adults: A systematic review - PubMedJoint Guideline: Diagnosis and Therapy of Glucocorticoid-induced Adrenal Insufficiency | ESEJoint Guideline: Diagnosis and Therapy of Glucocorticoid-induced Adrenal Insufficiency | ESERCP Links Education Events Membership Improving care Policy and campaigns RCP Social Media Instagram LinkedIn Facebook X Bluesky Music: Episode 50 onward - Bensound.com Episodes 1 - 49 'Impressive Deals' - Nicolai Heidlas

Aug 2, 2019 • 34min
Episode 16: A Right Pain In The Back
Amie and Hussain unpick a case with this most common of symptoms, presenting to an ambulatory care unit. RCP Links Education Events Membership Improving care Policy and campaigns RCP Social Media Instagram LinkedIn Facebook X Bluesky Music: Episode 50 onward - Bensound.com Episodes 1 - 49 'Impressive Deals' - Nicolai Heidlas

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Jul 26, 2019 • 32min
Episode 15: Liaising With a Psychiatrist
In this engaging discussion, Rebecca Chubb, a consultant psychiatrist specializing in old age and liaison psychiatry, dives into the intricate world of mental health in acute care. She explores the vital interplay between mental and physical health, highlighting the complexities of mental health referrals and the importance of effective communication among medical teams. Chubb also emphasizes the significance of holistic patient care, focusing on risk assessments during emergencies and the necessity of non-pharmacological approaches to manage challenging behaviors.

Jul 19, 2019 • 33min
Episode 14: Night Fever
In this episode of the RCP Medicine podcast, Amie and Hussain de-brief about a case presenting with fever, weight loss and night sweats. All is not as it seems...RCP Links Education Events Membership Improving care Policy and campaigns RCP Social Media Instagram LinkedIn Facebook X Bluesky Music: Episode 50 onward - Bensound.com Episodes 1 - 49 'Impressive Deals' - Nicolai Heidlas

Jul 12, 2019 • 25min
Episode 13: Hyponatraemia
In episode 13, Hussain and Amie compare their generalist approaches to the ‘low sodium’ resultRCP Links Education Events Membership Improving care Policy and campaigns RCP Social Media Instagram LinkedIn Facebook X Bluesky Music: Episode 50 onward - Bensound.com Episodes 1 - 49 'Impressive Deals' - Nicolai Heidlas

Jul 5, 2019 • 20min
Episode 12: Pleural Effusion Part 2
Hussain recalls the drainage of a hepatic hydrothorax, and a rare complication.RCP Links Education Events Membership Improving care Policy and campaigns RCP Social Media Instagram LinkedIn Facebook X Bluesky Music: Episode 50 onward - Bensound.com Episodes 1 - 49 'Impressive Deals' - Nicolai Heidlas

Jun 28, 2019 • 27min
Episode 11: Bones, Moans, Stones And Groans
This week Amie explores the investigation and management of hypercalcaemia.RCP Links Education Events Membership Improving care Policy and campaigns RCP Social Media Instagram LinkedIn Facebook X Bluesky Music: Episode 50 onward - Bensound.com Episodes 1 - 49 'Impressive Deals' - Nicolai Heidlas

Jun 21, 2019 • 28min
Episode 10: 'Flu-monia'
Amie gives her take on the guidelines of pneumonia management, sometimes complicated by influenza.RCP Links Education Events Membership Improving care Policy and campaigns RCP Social Media Instagram LinkedIn Facebook X Bluesky Music: Episode 50 onward - Bensound.com Episodes 1 - 49 'Impressive Deals' - Nicolai Heidlas

Jun 7, 2019 • 31min
Episode 9: Pleural Effusion Part 1
This week Hussain recalls a case presenting to the acute medical take with a unilateral pleural effusion, highlighting key initial investigations and management.RCP Links Education Events Membership Improving care Policy and campaigns RCP Social Media Instagram LinkedIn Facebook X Bluesky Music: Episode 50 onward - Bensound.com Episodes 1 - 49 'Impressive Deals' - Nicolai Heidlas


