Medical Mentor

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo is a self-limiting condition caused by dislodgement of otoliths from the utricle to the semicircular canals in the inner ear. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0

Giant cell arteritis is a medical emergency, as it can lead to permanent vision loss, stroke, or end-organ damage. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner, North Berwick Health Centre, East Lothian; Honorary Clinical Reader, University of Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.c...

Learn the key symptoms of polymyalgia rheumatica, as well as the overlap with giant cell arteritis. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0

Updated guidelines on sexual health provide advice for confronting this problem that affects psychosocial health and quality of life. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0 Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner, North Berwick Health Centre, East Lothian; Honorary Clinical Reader, Univer...

Although certain side effects of these drugs are cause for concern, primary care physicians can take steps to avoid or manage them. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner, North Berwick Health Centre, East Lothian; Honorary Clinical Reader, University of Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https...

To prevent poor outcomes, clinicians must understand how to identify hyperkalemia and know when hospitalization is necessary. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0

Inadequate or excessive iron levels can cause symptoms ranging from fatigue to organ damage, and iron studies are key investigations. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0

Celiac disease should be excluded before a diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome is made in any patient. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner, North Berwick Health Centre, East Lothian; Honorary Clinical Reader, University of Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

Palpitations are a common presentation in primary care and a frequent reason for referral to cardiology. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0

Primary care physicians can counsel patients with type 2 diabetes about daily behaviors that have cardiometabolic benefits for them. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner, North Berwick Health Centre, East Lothian; Honorary Clinical Reader, University of Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: http...

This underrecognized condition drives significant long-term morbidity and sickness absence in the community. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0

This disease is associated with any ailment, trauma, or surgery of the exocrine pancreas and is often misdiagnosed as Type 2 diabetes. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0 Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner, North Berwick Health Centre, East Lothian; Honorary Clinical Reader, Unive...

This genetically determined risk factor for major cardiovascular events and cardiovascular mortality is underappreciated in primary care. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0

Excessive production of prolactin can lead to subfertility and gonadal dysfunction, and treatment depends on the underlying cause. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0

Although most patients with hypomagnesemia are asymptomatic, severe magnesium deficiency can be fatal. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0

Primary hyperparathyroidism and malignancy account for around 90% of all cases of hypercalcemia in primary care. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner with specialist interests in cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic medicine, North Berwick Group Practice, North Berwick, United Kingdom To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https...

Mood change, neuropsychiatric symptoms, muscle cramps, or spasm are common in patients with this condition. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0

Familial hypercholesterolemia is often diagnosed late, and patients with the condition are significantly undertreated. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . Questions or feedback, please contact news@medscape.net

Dr. Kevin Fernando discusses the diagnosis and management of subclinical hyperthyroidism, which entails increased cardiovascular and orthopedic risk, in primary care. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0 Questions or feedback, please contact news@medscape.net

Physicians must consider questions related to medications, lifestyle advice, and long-term follow-up for their patients with gout. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0

Dr Kevin Fernando discusses managing thrombocytosis and the risk for cancer in primary care. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0

Dr Kevin Fernando provides an overview of SGLT2 inhibitor use for primary care. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only .

Dr Kevin Fernando discusses superficial venous thrombosis for primary care physicians. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0

Dr Kevin Fernando discusses what we need to know in primary care about obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only .

Kevin Fernando discusses improving the physical health of patients with severe mental illness. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only . To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0