MEM Cast

Dr Anirudh Kumar, Geriatric Medicine Registrar, demystifies resources and tools to aid evidence-based deprescribing decisions, particularly for older people.We recommend considering listening to the following other podcast episodes to supplement this episode:Episode 226 - Anticholinergic BurdenPodomatic Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow us on Instagram!Join our Discord server or follow our podcast via our Linktree!

This week we are discussing about Inclusion body myositis, it's overview, pathophysiology, clinical features, investigations and management. 

Mr Giovanni Mariscalco joins us again to discuss a serious but often under-recognised emergency: aortic dissection. This condition can mimic more benign causes of chest or back pain, but when it strikes, every minute counts. A missed diagnosis can lead to a fatal outcome. In this episode, we break down the classic and subtle presentations, the key investigations (and where clinicians often go wrong), and what to do when you suspect it.

Dr Sanjida Chowdhury, Specialty Registrar in Neurology, giving us an overview of Horner's syndrome

Dr Shaheen Shahid, Respiratory Registrar at Royal Derby Hospital, shares a comprehensive summary of management of malignant pleural effusions as per BTS guidelines.We recommend considering listening to the following other podcast episodes to supplement this episode:Episode 19 - Pleural EffusionPodomatic Apple Podcasts SpotifyEpisode 34 - PneumothoraxPodomatic Apple Podcasts Spotify Episode 133 - Pleural InfectionPodomatic Apple Podcasts SpotifyEpisode 162 - Chest DrainPodomatic Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow us on Instagram!Join our Discord server or follow our podcast via our Linktree!

This week we talk to Dr Amy Webster, a consultant haematologist in Leicester and head of the haemoglobinopathy service here.We talk about the pathophysiology behind the disease this week, as well as the varying ways patients present. We also cover some of the challenges patients face in hospital getting the treatment they need. Be sure to tune in!Also check out our link tree for q feedback questionnaire and our discord server!https://linktr.ee/memcast?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAae8FiKiVcddms52uynYTAD0AKMj3DV6RGWExS-o9nh9OfV6pffVefR0W0JzHA_aem_Az35qkAICNmbNHGPP66DPw

We explore Alport syndrome, a genetic kidney disease that goes beyond the kidneys. From the role of  genetics test, involved in making diagnosis, to the clinical features, and management, we cover it all. 

Dr Michael Knopp (consultant Neurologist) is discussing about management, prognosis and recent advancements in Motor neuron disease.  

Dr Mohamed Elnagar, Gastroenterology Registrar at Royal Derby Hospital, returns to the podcast to boost our knowledge on investigating and treating iron deficiency anaemia.Follow us on Instagram!Join our Discord server or follow our podcast via our Linktree!

Dr Javvad Haider, head of Rehabilitation Medicine at NUH has joined Dr Thomas Bone today to teach everyone about Rehab medicine! We cover as much as we can about the specialty, including the patients you see, the training you get and the new and exciting developments that are happening right now - like the National Rehab Centre! Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn about this exciting multidisciplinary specialty!

 Welcome to our latest episode, where we're thrilled to have Dr. Yusuf, a renal chief registrar, join the conversation! Together, we delve into the nuances of leadership, tackling tough workplace concerns, and navigating difficult conversations. Yusuf shares real-world insights from his medical journey, highlighting strategies for open communication, dealing with difficult situations, and building leadership skills. Tune in for an engaging discussion 

Everything from goitre to orbitopathy will be covered in this weeks comprehensive Grave's Disease episode. Dr Thomas Bond picks Dr Shahriar Shafiq's brains, covering thyroid antibodies testing, important points in the clinical history and crucial aspects of treatment. Make sure to tune in!

Dr Lizzie Moriarty, Consultant Geriatrician at King's Mill Hospital, Mansfield, takes us through all things related to urinary incontinence today.Here are links to the previous episode referenced on Anticholinergic Burden:SpotifyPodomaticApple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram!Join our Discord server or follow our podcast via our Linktree!

Dr Michael Knopp , consultant neurologist , Royal Derby Hospital is discussing motor neuron disease .

This week, we're thrilled to welcome Mr. Giovanni Mariscalco, Consultant and Head of Service for Cardiac Surgery, as we explore the surgical management of aortic valve disease and its relevance to medical practice. In this episode, we cover: Identifying patients who require surgery, types of prosthetic valves and their indications, the evolving role of TAVI Don't miss this deep dive into one of the most critical areas of cardiac surgery

This week Dr Sanjida Chowdhury, Specialist Registrar in neurology discussed about Carpal tunnel syndrome.

This week, Dr Anirudh Kumar takes us through the practicalities of Advance Care Planning, referencing the Gold Standards Framework.You can read more about Gold Standards Frameworks here.Follow us on Instagram!Join our Discord server or follow our podcast via our Linktree!

Deprivation will affect our patients no matter which specialty we choose. It is a vast and multifaceted problem, often the root cause of our patients ill health, and yet often goes underappreciated in the high pressure of hospital medicine. Dr Shilpa Sisodia joins Dr Thomas Bond once again to break down how difficult deprivation can make it for patients to improve their help, and talks about some things we can do to support them.

This week, we continue our discussion with Dr Yusuff Hakeem, picking up where we left off. We're diving deeper into the complexities of intensive care, focusing specifically on the intricacies of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) and patients experiencing renal failure. Tune in now for this crucial episode 

Ever had a raised CK and wondered what the next steps are? This week Dr Thomas Bond interviews Dr Maumer Durrani, Head of the Rheumatology service at University Hospitals Leicester, to get key answers about the diagnosis and management of Myositis. The importance of cancer screening and lung disease is covered, along with the acute and maintenance treatments of inflammatory muscle disease. Don't get yourself in a TIF-1, make sure to listen in this week!

Dr Laura Daunt, Consultant Geriatrician at Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham, talks about common complications that patients with Parkinson's Disease may have, either from disease progression or treatment side-effects.This is a follow-on to a previous episode on Parkinson's Disease, click the link to your podcast provider to access it:SpotifyPodomaticApple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram!Join our Discord server or follow our podcast via our Linktree!

Dr Philip Ambrose talks us through recent advancements in MG and managemnt of myasthenic crisis

This week, we're thrilled to have Dr. Yusuff Hakeem join us as we delve into the critical process of escalating care to the intensive care team and the management of shock. Dr. Yusuff shares invaluable insights and practical advice that you won't want to miss.Tune in now.

All of us have struggled with patients who need more than we can give them. Whether its a patient struggling with a relationship, recent bereavement or a lost job, these things can call manifest physical symptoms and be difficult to treat in the traditional sense. Dr Shilpa Sisodia, a Public Health Registrar working in Leicester, joins us to discuss how we can benefit from social prescribing. We discuss how social prescribing works, who is involved, and how it can help us in situations where patients may normally struggle to receive support.

Dr Fahad Ashraf, Consultant Gastroenterology at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust, is helping us unblock any gaps in our knowledge when discussing abnormal LFTs, cholestatic derangement and management of obstructive cholangitis.Follow us on Instagram: #MEM (@mem.cast) • Instagram photos and videosJoin our Discord server via our Linktree: MEMcast - Listen on YouTube, Spotify - Linktree

Dr Philip Ambrose, consultant Neurologist in Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, discussed more about investigations and treatment of Myasthenia Gravis.  

In this episode, we take an in-depth look at sepsis from an ICU perspective. Sepsis remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in critically ill patients, making early recognition and effective management crucial. Join us as we explore key topics around the right approach to management of sepsis, and how and when to escalate care to the ICU. 

Feeling lethargic? Having Hypo's? Suddenly suffering from skin pigmentation on sun-exposed areas? This week episode on Adrenal insufficiency will be the perfect remedy! Dr Thomas Bond interviews Dr Shahriar Shafiq on all things cortisol. They discuss the pathophysiology of the adrenal cortex, and cover top tips to make the diagnosis and treat.

Dr Mohamed Elnagar, Hepatology Registrar at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust, speaks to us today about Alcohol-Related Liver Disease. In particular, he discusses alcoholic hepatitis and fatty liver infiltration/steatohepatitis diagnosis and management.Follow us on Instagram: #MEM (@mem.cast) • Instagram photos and videosJoin our Discord server via our Linktree: MEMcast - Listen on YouTube, Spotify - Linktree

Dr Philip Ambrose, Consultant Neurologist, Nottingham Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust discusses Myasthenia Gravis, mainly overview and clinical presentation. 

Hypothyroidism  by Dr. Mehreen Anwar, specialist registrarin diabetes and  Endocrinology 

 In this episode, Dr. Abhilash takes a deep dive into the approach for managing hyponatraemia, a common but often challenging condition. We'll explore critical questions faced by clinicians in daily practice, including identifying signs and symptoms , assessing severity, and choosing the right treatment strategy. Tune in to gain practical tips that can make a real difference in patient outcomes. 

This week Dr Thomas Bond covers IgG4 related disease. A tricky, rare condition, which can often mimic other problems, IgG4 RD is difficult to diagnose if the differential doesn't cross your mind. Get the highlights in the episode of MEMCast!

Join us this week as we unpick Polypharmacy and Anticholinergic Burden with Dr Anirudh Kumar, including how to monitor for side effects and make considered deprescribing decisions.

Dr Beili Shao, Academic clinical lecturer, University of Nottingham discussed about Neurocysticercosis and  its presentation and diagnosis with us. 

Dr. Jason Cheong, rheumatology registrar QMC, will highlight the key aspects of osteoarthritis and mechanical pain and how to manage these painful conditions.

Join us as we explore hyponatraemia with Dr Abilash Sathyanarayanan

This week Dr Thomas Bond and Dr Harris Fayyaz return to go through osteoporosis management. If you want a breakdown of the varying therapies, from the old standby of bisphophonates to the newer treatments like romozosumab, then don't miss out on this one!

Prevention is better than a cure.  Dr Thomas Bond is again joined by Dr Harris Fayyaz to talk about the ins and outs of osteoporosis. This week we cover not only how to pick out patients at risk of a fragility fracture, but also discuss all the secondary causes to be aware of when on take.

I am Dr Sanjida Chowdhury, Specialty Registrar , Neurology . Today I discussed clinical presentation, investigations, treatment and prognosis of Opsoclonus Myoclonus Syndrome. 

In this week's episode, Lizzie and Rejoice, our East Midlands Allergy and Asthma nurses,  join us again to talk to us about all things Autoinjectors. 

Dr. Muhammad Adeel Sarwar will take us through a journey of neutropenic sepsis and will briefly touch on immune checkpoint inhibitors at the end. 

We are joined by Dr. Osasuyi Iyasere to discuss genetic disorders, particularly those affecting the kidneys. We discuss approaches to identifying and managing these conditions, offering practical insights for healthcare professionals and MRCP candidates.

Dr. Muhammad Asif Rao, our guest of the week will speak on a difficult yet fascinating topic. He will take you through a journey from introduction, physiology, clinical presentation, investigation, and management strategies. 

Dr. Muhammad Asif Rao, Endocrine SPR in Queens Medical Center, Nottingham will share an informative talk on key aspects of these conditions. He will address multiple aspects including pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, management, and misconceptions related to this pathology.

Dr Faridul Islam discussed about investigations and management of Hematuria.

Join us in this week's episode as Elizabeth Lace and Rejoice Sango talks to us about all things skin prick testing. 

Tune in this week for the final episode of our three part AxSpA series. Dr Moorthy covers everything from exercise to etanercept, and gives all of us yet another good reason to go swimming!

 Dive into the latest episode of our podcast. This week, we delve into the fascinating world of proteinuria with Dr Haresh.  Whether you're a medical professional or just curious about health topics, you won't want to miss this insightful discussion

Join us for part 2 of our 3 part AxSpA series! Dr Moorthy goes through the key investigations he orders for his AxSpA patients, and tells us exactly what information is required to make an AxSpA diagnosis!

This week Dr Faridul Islam is discussing a brief overview of hematuria including history taking.