MedPod AFMC

In this follow-up episode of MedPOD AFMC, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan continues the enlightening discussion with Air Cmde (Dr) Aditya Sabra, Professor and Head of the Department of Anaesthesiology at AFMC, Pune. Building on the basics covered in Part 1, this episode dives deeper into advanced concepts of mechanical ventilation, troubleshooting common challenges, optimizing ventilatory settings, and...

In this episode of MedPOD AFMC, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan sits down with Air Cmde (Dr) Aditya Sapra, Professor and Head of the Department of Anaesthesiology at AFMC, Pune, to explore the essential aspects of mechanical ventilation. The discussion delves into the physiological basis of ventilation, common indications, various modes, and the principles of patient care during mechanical support. This...

In this episode of MedPOD AFMC, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan hosts an insightful discussion on substance use disorder with Brig (Dr) V S Chauhan, Professor and Head of the Department of Psychiatry at AFMC. Together, they explore the complexities of substance use disorder, covering its impact on individuals, management strategies, and the role of healthcare professionals in supporting patients on thei...

In this follow-up episode of MedPOD AFMC, Maj Harikrishnan continues the conversation with Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan, Professor and Head of the Department of Internal Medicine at AFMC, on the critical topic of adrenal insufficiency. Building on the foundations laid in Part 1, this episode delves into advanced management strategies and practical clinical insights. Tune in to gain a deeper understan...

In this landmark 60th episode of MedPOD AFMC, we celebrate a special role reversal as Maj Harikrishnan takes on the role of host to interview the familiar voice of our podcast, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan, Professor and Head of the Department of Internal Medicine at AFMC. In Part 1 of this two-part series, we dive into the essentials of adrenal insufficiency, exploring adrenal physiology, causes of...

In this episode of MedPOD AFMC, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan hosts Wg Cdr (Dr) Rohit Vashisht, Professor of Medicine and Infectious Disease expert from AFMC, Pune, for an in-depth discussion on infective endocarditis. The episode delves into the clinical presentations, risk factors, and diagnostic challenges of this life-threatening condition. Dr. Vashisht shares insights into identifying complicatio...

In this episode of MedPOD AFMC, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan welcomes back Surg Cdr (Dr) Neha Sharma, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at AFMC, Pune, to discuss anxiety disorders. The conversation explores the different types of anxiety disorders, their symptoms, and the impact they have on daily life. Dr. Sharma offers insights into effective strategies for managing anxiety and provides a compassio...

In this insightful episode of MedPOD AFMC, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan is joined by Col (Dr) Varghese Koshy, an esteemed rheumatologist from AFMC, Pune, to discuss a structured approach to joint pain. Covering the nuances of diagnosis, Dr. Koshy shares essential techniques for evaluating symptoms, identifying common patterns, and distinguishing between inflammatory and non-inflammatory causes.

In this episode of MedPOD AFMC, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan continues the psychiatry series with Surg Cdr (Dr) Neha Sharma, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at AFMC, Pune, to discuss psychiatric emergencies. The conversation delves into the recognition and management of acute psychiatric crises, such as suicidal ideation, severe agitation, and psychosis. Dr. Sharma shares practical approaches for a...

Kicking off the new psychiatry series on MedPOD AFMC, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan is joined by Surg Cdr (Dr) Neha Sharma, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at AFMC, Pune, to discuss depression. The episode explores the symptoms, risk factors, and challenges associated with this common mental health condition. Dr. Sharma provides insights on early detection, the impact of depression on daily life, an...

In this episode of MedPod AFMC, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan sits down with Lt Col (Dr) Neha Anushree, Associate Professor and pediatric gastroenterologist at AFMC, Pune, to discuss the vital topic of vaccination in children. The conversation covers the importance of immunization, the current vaccination schedule, and strategies for addressing vaccine hesitancy. Dr. Anushree shares her expertise on t...

In this episode of MedPOD AFMC, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan is joined by Dr. Suchi Acharya, Associate Professor in the Department of Paediatrics at AFMC, Pune, to discuss febrile seizures in children. The conversation covers key aspects of febrile seizures, including their causes, clinical presentation, and risk factors. Dr. Acharya shares expert insights on initial evaluation, distinguishing simple...

n this follow-up episode of MedPOD AFMC, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan continues the discussion with Lt Col (Dr) Pulkit Aggarwal, faculty at the Department of Paediatrics, AFMC, Pune, focusing on the management of respiratory distress in children. Building on the foundational knowledge from the previous episode, Dr. Aggarwal delves into evidence-based treatment strategies, including airway support, me...

n this episode of MedPOD AFMC, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan welcomes Lt Col (Dr) Pulkit Aggarwal, a faculty member in the Department of Paediatrics at AFMC, Pune, to discuss the critical topic of respiratory distress in children. Dr. Aggarwal sheds light on the common causes, clinical assessment, and emergency management of pediatric respiratory distress. This episode offers practical insights for he...

In this landmark 50th episode of MedPOD AFMC, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan is joined by a very special guest, the Director and Commandant of AFMC, Pune, Lt Gen Sandeep Thareja, an eminent gastroenterologist of national repute, to discuss the critical topic of acute liver failure. This episode delves into the causes, rapid assessment, and life-saving management strategies for this severe condition. Re...

In Part 2 of this series on thrombocytopenia, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan continues the discussion with Col (Dr) Y Uday, an eminent hematologist from AFMC, Pune, to explore the management of thrombocytopenia in critical care settings. This episode focuses on life-threatening causes, rapid diagnostic approaches, and urgent interventions in patients with severe platelet disorders. Dr. Uday shares his...

In Part 1 of this two-part series on thrombocytopenia, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan hosts Col (Dr) Y Uday, an eminent hematologist from AFMC, Pune, to discuss the evaluation and management of thrombocytopenia in outpatient and non-critical settings. This episode covers the common causes, clinical assessment, and initial diagnostic workup for patients presenting with low platelet counts. Dr. Uday offe...

In this episode, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan is joined by Dr. Suchi Acharya, Associate Professor in the Department of Paediatrics at AFMC, Pune, to discuss Rickets, a bone disorder affecting children. Dr. Acharya has simplified the complex topic into an easier version for you to understand it better. The topic has been broken down into the causes, including vitamin D deficiency, the clinical signs t...

In this episode of the diabetes series, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan is joined once again by Wg Cdr (Dr) Sandeep Kumar, an eminent endocrinologist from AFMC, Pune, to discuss the chronic complications of diabetes. They delve into the key complications including diabetic retinopathy, nephropathy, and neuropathy, highlighting their impact on long-term health. Dr. Sandeep Kumar shares his expertise on e...

In this episode of our dermatology series, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan hosts Lt Col (Dr) Lekshmi Priya, Associate Professor in the Department of Dermatology at AFMC, Pune, to discuss dermatophytosis, a common fungal skin infection. They explore the causes, clinical presentation, and diagnostic approaches for this widespread condition. Dr. Priya shares insights on effective treatment options, recurre...

In Part 2 of our series on Hansen's Disease, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan continues the discussion with Lt Col (Dr) Lekshmi Priya, Associate Professor in the Department of Dermatology at AFMC, Pune. This episode focuses on the key investigations for diagnosing leprosy, the use of multidrug therapy (MDT), and the management of complications. Dr. Lekshmi also discusses strategies to tackle drug res...

Continuing our series on dermatology, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan hosts Lt Col (Dr) Lekshmi Priya, Associate Professor in the Department of Dermatology at AFMC, Pune, to discuss Hansen's Disease, also known as leprosy. This episode delves into the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of this ancient yet still relevant disease. Dr. Priya shares insights on recognizing early signs, und...

Continuing our series on dermatology, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan is joined by Col (Dr) Anuj Bhatnagar, Professor and Head of the Department of Dermatology at AFMC, Pune, to discuss the evaluation of fever with rash. They explore the wide range of conditions that can present with these symptoms, from common viral exanthems to serious systemic diseases. Dr. Bhatnagar shares his expertise on different...

In this compelling episode of our medical podcast, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan is joined by Col (Dr) Anuj Bhatnagar, Professor and Head of the Department of Dermatology at AFMC, Pune, to discuss the critical topic of acute skin failure. They explore the causes, clinical presentation, and management strategies for this dermatologic emergency, where the skin's protective function is severely compr...

Join Maj (Dr) Harikrishnan P in this essential episode as he hosts Maj (Dr) Anand Menon, a physician from AFMC, Pune, to discuss the toxidromic approach to organophosphorus poisoning. They explore the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and critical steps in the diagnosis and management of this common toxicological emergency