MedPod AFMC

In this episode of our medical podcast, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan is joined by Col (Dr) Naresh Bansal, an eminent endocrinologist from Command Hospital, Southern Command, Pune, to discuss the approach to incidentally detected adrenal masses. They delve into the evaluation process, including the key steps in differentiating benign from potentially malignant lesions, and the role of biochemical test...

In this episode of our medical podcast, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan hosts Lt Col (Dr) Rahul Tyagi, an eminent pulmonologist from the Army Institute of Cardiothoracic Sciences, to discuss hemoptysis. They explore the causes, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies for this concerning symptom, which can range from mild to life-threatening. Dr. Tyagi shares his expertise in identifying underly...

In the second episode of our MedPod series on seizure disorders, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan is joined once again by Lt Col (Dr) Manish Bhartiya, an eminent neurologist from Command Hospital, Southern Command. This episode dives into the critical management of status epilepticus, a medical emergency requiring swift and effective intervention. Dr. Bhartiya also discusses the use of anti-seizure drugs...

In this crucial episode of our medical podcast, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan hosts Maj (Dr) Rahil Arora, a physician from AFMC, Pune, to discuss the approach to snake bites in the Indian setting. They explore the unique challenges posed by snake envenomation in India, covering the identification of venomous species, out-of-hospital management, clinical assessment, and the appropriate use of antivenom...

In this episode of our medical podcast, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan is joined by Maj (Dr) Anand Menon, a physician from AFMC, Pune, to discuss the OPD/ER approach to dyspnoea. Dr Menon delves into the evaluation and management of breathlessness in both outpatient and emergency settings. He shares his insights on identifying the various causes of dyspnoea, conducting an effective assessment, and impl...

Join Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan in this insightful episode as he hosts Lt Col (Dr) Manish Bhartiya, an eminent neurologist from Command Hospital, Southern Command, to discuss an OPD/ER approach to seizures. They explore the critical steps in evaluating and managing seizures in both outpatient and emergency settings, emphasizing initial assessment, differential diagnosis, and urgent intervention. Dr...

In Part 2 of our series on headaches, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan continues the conversation with Surg Capt (Dr) Vinny Wilson, an eminent neurologist from AFMC, Pune. This episode focuses on the treatment and management of headaches, building on the foundational knowledge from Part 1. Dr. Wilson discusses effective treatment strategies for both primary and secondary headaches, including pharmacologi...

In this two-part series of our medical podcast, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan hosts Surg Capt (Dr) Vinny Wilson, an eminent neurologist from AFMC, Pune, to explore a comprehensive approach to headaches. In this episode, they delve into the general approach to evaluating headaches, focusing on how to identify secondary headaches and various red flags in a patient with a headache. Dr. Wilson shares his...

In this episode of our medical podcast, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan welcomes Maj (Dr) Jayant Grover, a skilled physician from AFMC, Pune, to discuss an OPD/ER approach to chest pain. They explore the critical steps in evaluating and managing chest pain in both outpatient and emergency settings. Maj (Dr) Grover shares his expertise on differentiating between cardiac and non-cardiac causes, essential...

Join Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan in this engaging episode of our medical podcast as he hosts Lt Col (Dr) Kislay Kishore, an eminent pulmonologist from the Army Institute of Cardiothoracic Sciences, to discuss pleural effusion. Dive into the causes, symptoms, and diagnostic challenges of this common yet complex condition. Lt Col (Dr) Kishore shares his extensive clinical experience, providing valuabl...

Continuing with the series on anemia, in this enlightening episode of our medical podcast, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan sits down with Col (Dr) Y Uday, an eminent hematologist from AFMC, Pune, to explore the intricacies of macrocytic anemia. They delve into the various causes, diagnostic challenges, and advanced treatment options for this complex blood disorder. Col (Dr) Uday shares his vast expertis...

In this episode of our medical podcast, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan hosts Lt Col (Dr) Kislay Kishore, an eminent pulmonologist from the Army Institute of Cardiothoracic Sciences, to discuss the critical topic of pneumothorax. Explore the causes, symptoms, and management strategies for this potentially life-threatening condition. Lt Col (Dr) Kishore brings his extensive clinical experience to the con...

Tune in to this fascinating episode of our medical podcast hosted by Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan as he welcomes Brig (Dr) Navreet Singh, a renowned cardiologist from the Army Institute of Cardiothoracic Sciences. This episode focuses on Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), a novel concept in cardiology. Brig (Dr) Navreet Singh shares his expert insights into the diagnosis, challen...

Join Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan, HoD Internal Medicine at AFMC, in this insightful episode of our medical podcast as he hosts Lt Col (Dr) Manu Chopra, an eminent pulmonologist from the Army Institute of Cardiothoracic Sciences. Together, they delve into the complexities of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), exploring its causes, symptoms, and cutting-edge treatment options. Lt Col (Dr) C...

In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the fascinating and clinically significant topic of Thyrotoxicosis. Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan engages in a comprehensive discussion with Wg Cdr (Dr) Sandeep, a renowned endocrinologist. Together, they unpack the fundamentals of Thyrotoxicosis, shedding light on its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. This episode aims to enhance underst...

Respiratory diseases are one of the most common OPD and emergency cases we encounter as doctors. Bronchial asthma is one of the leading respiratory diseases we have to deal with almost on a daily basis. In this episode, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan will take you through this discussion with Lt Col (Dr) Kislay Kishore a pulmonologist of national repute where in a clinical approach to bronchial asthma...

Continuing with the series on Infectious diseases, we bring forth another interesting session of discussion between Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan & Wg Cdr (Dr) Rohit Vashsiht. In this episode, an approach to the use of ART drugs will be discussed in detail. Here you will find everything you need to know about ART.

After two comprehensive discussions on the approach to hypertension including secondary causes, in this episode, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan discusses various therapeutic options and targets with Lt Col (Dr) SK Singh, prof medicine at AFMC. This episode will help in making the right choices when it comes to selecting drugs for your patients with hypertension

Antivirals are a group of drugs that have always foxed the clinicians. With limited use on a daily basis, we tend to forget about these drugs unless faced with an imminent situation where their use becomes imperative. This podcast where Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan reunites with Wg Cdr (Dr) Rohit Vashisht the ID specialist from AFMC, brings forth the bare essentials about this very important group of...

This episode brings forth one of the most common endocrine disorders that every doctor will encounter very frequently in his/her clinical practice. Learning the nuances of managing this disease will immensely help the listener in their practice of medicine. Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan teams up with Wg Cdr (Dr) Sandeep Kumar in this episode where the endocrinologists present this absolute academic tr...

After having discussed the clinical approach to diabetes and its pharmacological management in the past episodes, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan decides to turn the tables and unravel the mystery of Insulin use in clinical practice. Indulge in this succinct session to empower yourselves to use Insulin in the most appropriate manner

In this enthralling discussion between Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan and Col (Dr) Parikshit Chauhan, Nephrologist, you get to develop a wholesome approach to this common clinical condition. The simplistic nature of this discussion will truly help you to assimilate the topic better and enable you to manage such patients better

In this episode, Brig (Dr) Muthukrishan and the ID specialist from AFMC, Wg Cdr (Dr) Rohit Vashisht discuss various aspects of antifungal use in clinical practice. The episode will surely benefit all clinicians alike in their approach to use of antifungal drugs. Suggested Reading: 1. Goodman & Gilman's: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics 2. Sanford Guide 3. IDSA clinical Practice gu...

In this episode, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan discusses the clinical approach to a case of Acute Diarrhoea with Col (Dr) Saurabh Dawra, a gastroenterologist of national repute. With the monsoon just around the corner, this episode will surely benefit you in managing the surge of cases that you will encounter in your practice.

In this episode, a simplistic OPD based approach to fever is discussed by Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan along with Maj (Dr) Harikrishnan. This episode aims to enable you to make a general outline while you attend to a case of fever in the OPD.