Home of Medicine with Dr Amie Burbridge and Dr Ben Lovell

Ben and I are back with another fantastic episode, with my knowledge once again being tested by Ben.  This is a very special episode all the way from a very sunny Florence. This is our very first live recording of the podcast with a studio audience, at the European Congress of Internal Medicine.  We have audience participation, back pain, DOACs and as always we reflect on the all important clinica...

Welcome back to the Home of Medicine. In this episode, Ben and I dive into the causes of headaches, uncovering an unexpected diagnosis that will keep you thinking. This fascinating internal medicine case is one you won’t want to miss. Plus, Ben takes a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about his medical school days, and we revisit the fundamentals with a quick discussion on clubbing. Have thought...

Abdominal Pain – What Could It Be? In this episode of Home of Medicine , Ben and I dive into the complexities of abdominal pain —a symptom with countless potential causes. We explore the importance of history taking , the Framing Effect , and how cognitive biases can influence clinical decision-making. We also discuss the value of peer-to-peer consultant observations —could this improve patient ca...

Chest Pain & a Critical Decision: Our Most Memorable Case Yet In this episode, Ben and I discuss a high-stakes Same Day Emergency Care Case —a patient presenting with chest pain and the critical decision I made that could have led to devastating consequences . This case has stayed with me, and we break down the challenges of clinical decision-making , the weight of responsibility in acute care...

Seizures, Weakness & the Lumbar Puncture Debate – A Tough Emergency Case In this episode, Ben and I tackle a complex Emergency Department case —a patient presenting with seizures and left arm weakness . It’s a tricky scenario that sparks a key debate: Should we perform a lumbar puncture? We break down the decision-making process, discuss the challenges of diagnosing neurological conditions in...

Navigating Challenging Conversations in Medicine We’re back for the second episode of Season 3! In this episode of Home of Medicine , Ben and I explore how to handle tough conversations in healthcare.    Reflecting on navigating challenging consultations, Ben walks us through a case of fatigue: What happens when your patient doesn’t want to go home?  What can you do if they insist on admission?  B...

New year, new season! We are back with some great episodes for 2025.  In this episode we reflect on a case of shoulder pain and how this has impacted the way that I practice every day.  Ben has a light bulb moment! Get in touch a.burbridge@nhs.net or find us on Linkedin/Bluesky Disclaimer : All patient stories discussed in Home of Medicine are informed by real patient interactions. However, all id...

In this episode Ben and I delve into fluid assessments during the acute take and how to manage hyponatraemia.  We reflect on how to manage an ED admission with incidental finding of a low sodium level.   How would you manage this? Did we do things right or wrong? Would you have done anything differently? For more clinical reasoning; https://www.efimacademy.org/login/index.php Get in touch at a.bur...

It's the middle of the night and a patient presents with seizures.  What would you do and what could be causing this? Ben and I are baffled, can you figure out what is going on?........ For more clinical reasoning; https://www.efimacademy.org/login/index.php Get in touch at a.burbridge@nhs.net Disclaimer : All patient stories discussed in Home of Medicine are informed by real patient interact...

Ben and I go back to our roots and discuss a patient who presented with a headache to the Same Day Emergency Care unit. Things aren't always as they seem.  Can you guess what is going on before Ben? We discuss how bias affects our decision making, especially when we are tired.  For more clinical reasoning; https://www.efimacademy.org/login/index.php Get in touch at a.burbridge@nhs.net Disclai...

Ben and I reflect on the complexities of a case of lethargy and Immunotherapy.  We discuss the importance of cross-speciality working and how we can learn so much from each other at work.  ** I mistakenly say metastatic multiple melanoma, instead of metastatic melanoma at the beginning of the episode, apologies ** For more clinical reasoning; https://www.efimacademy.org/login/index.php Get in touc...

Ben and I discuss shortness of breath, and I completely miss the diagnosis.  Can you figure out what is going on? I resort to AI to help ....... For more clinical reasoning; https://www.efimacademy.org/login/index.php Get in touch at a.burbridge@nhs.net Find us on X @amieburbridge @DrBenLovell Disclaimer : All patient stories discussed in Home of Medicine are informed by real patient interactions....

In this episode we discuss cranial nerve palsies and I once again face my fear of neurology.  We reflect on what imaging is best at the front door.  Ben is quoting Steps lyrics yet again; 5,6,7,8 ............. For more clinical reasoning; https://www.efimacademy.org/login/index.php Get in touch at a.burbridge@nhs.net Find us on X @amieburbridge @DrBenLovell @amieburbridge @DrBenLovell Disclaimer :...

In this episode Ben and I discuss tiredness and its many possible causes.  We reflect on the power of a mentor and the positive, lasting effect they can have on a career.  For more clinical reasoning; https://www.efimacademy.org/login/index.php Get in touch at a.burbridge@nhs.net Find us on X @amieburbridge @DrBenLovell Disclaimer : All patient stories discussed in Home of Medicine are informed by...

In this bitesize episode Ben and I are back and we discuss our favourite medical mnemonics. A great way to revise and recap on common medical conditions. Please rate, review and share Head to https://www.efimacademy.org/login/index.php for more learning  Follow us on Twitter  @amieburbridge @DrBenLovell Disclaimer : All patient stories discussed in Home of Medicine are informed by real patient int...

Ben and I are  back with another case of foot drop, yet with a very different history and diagnosis.  Ben tests my neurology skills (again), and I flounder (again).  We reflect on diagnostic momentum and confirmation bias and how this may affect a patient's journey in hospital.  Please rate, review and share the podcast.  Contact us at;  a.burbridge@nhs.net For more clinical reasoning check o...

We are back with a very challenging case of a headache and I, for once, am completely lost for words. Ben is officially a genius in my eyes. Ben resorts to quoting Steps lyrics!  Coming soon - Home of Medicine YouTube Channel - Watch this space! Follow us on X @amieburbridge @DrBenLovell For more clinical reasoning based education take a look at https://www.efimacademy.org/login/index.php Contact...

In this bite size episode Ben and I discuss reverse ward rounds and how they can be beneficial as a training tool.  We also reflect on peer review and maybe this is something we should all be doing?. Get in touch;  a.burbridge@nhs.net Disclaimer : All patient stories discussed in Home of Medicine are informed by real patient interactions. However, all identifying details have been removed or appro...

In this captivating episode, Ben and I are back discussing bilateral leg pain. We reflect on the importance of taking a break at work for prevention of exhaustion, rather than waiting until exhaustion sets in and how a well timed break can improve clinical decision making. Contact us at;  a.burbridge@nhs.net Disclaimer : All patient stories discussed in Home of Medicine are informed by real patien...

In this first ever bitesize episode Ben and I discuss the art of giving feedback during a busy day at work and we reflect on how small changes at work can lead to bigger changes. Contact me at a.burbridge@nhs.net Please rate, review and share this podcast. Disclaimer : All patient stories discussed in Home of Medicine are informed by real patient interactions. However, all identifying details have...

In this episode join Ben and I as we discuss a case urinary retention in pregnancy. We explore possible causes and reflect on what to do when we don't know what to do.  We reflect on acknowledging the limitations of our competencies and knowledge.  For more clinical reasoning head to  https://www.efimacademy.org/login/index.php Get in touch; a.burbridge@nhs.net Disclaimer : All patient storie...

In this episode Ben and I discuss a patient I first saw last year, and we reflect on what happened next.  We discuss kindness, openness and honesty and we encourage everyone to take a mid ward round coffee break to help develop team work and wellbeing.  Please rate, review and share this podcast For more learning check out https://www.efimacademy.org/login/index.php Contact us at; a.burbridge@nhs....

This episode is a repost of season 2, episode 7, in which Ben and I discuss a case I saw over a busy weekend.   In the next episode we will release an update of the case, as we consider the final diagnosis.  Please rate, review and share! a.burbridge@nhs.net Disclaimer : All patient stories discussed in Home of Medicine are informed by real patient interactions. However, all identifying details ha...

We are back to discuss a case of foot drop and I reflect on my self confessed neurophobia.  Ben and I share our thoughts about investigations in the acute setting.  Subscribe, share and join us as we unravel the mystery of the sudden foot drop.  Visit https://www.efimacademy.org/login/index.php for interactive e-learning modules to develop your clinical reasoning.  Contact me on a.burbridge@nhs.ne...

Join Ben and I as we discuss causes of delirium and get stumped by blood gases.  For more clinical reasoning visit https://www.efimacademy.org/login/index.php Disclaimer : All patient stories discussed in Home of Medicine are informed by real patient interactions. However, all identifying details have been removed or appropriately modified to protect patient confidentiality.  This podcast is inten...