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In this episode, we explore Friedreich’s ataxia:  what it is, the key clinical signs and symptoms, how it is diagnosed, and the essential aspects of ongoing care. 

Dr Sumeet Singhal is a consultant neurologist, working at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. He is an FND expert and discusses presentations of FND. 

VEXAS syndrome is an autoinflammatory syndrome affecting predominantly men over 50s. Tune in this week to learn about this rare but important differential in your patients with fevers and rashes who are not responding to antibiotics. Dr Thomas Bond will take you through how VEXAS came to be discovered, and how you can discover it in your patients!

Head injuries extend beyond the brain, impacting multiple organ systems and leading to complex complications. In this episode, we explore traumatic brain injury, its systemic effects and complications , and key considerations in critical care management.

This week Dr Sanjida Chowdhury, Neurology Trainee, discusses RCVS, it's overview, psychophysiology, clinical presentation, investigation and treatment. 

In this episode, we tackle some of the most common ethical and professionalism scenarios you’ll face in the PACES exam. We’ll walk through the core principles of medical ethics (autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice) and show you how to apply these concept in clinical practice.

CPPD is a common occurrence in our elderly inpatients. It can cause significant disability and is important to diagnose and treat. Dr Thomas Bond covers the common and rarer manifestations of this condition to make sure you are confident in treating patients suffering with CPPD.

In this episode, we explore how to recognise asthma mimics, when to question the diagnosis, and how bedside tests and updated guidelines can guide management. We break down what every clinician should know.

This week Dr Sanjida Chowdhury discussed about Subacute Combined Degeneration of Spinal Cord, it's causes, and Management approach. 

This week we are joined by the connective tissue disease lead at University Hospitals Leicester, Dr Shireen Shaffu, to talk about diagnosing lupus. Dr Shaffu provides excellent insight into a systematic approach for lupus assessment. We discuss various disease manifestations, diagnostic criteria and investigations. If you have ever wanted to get one over on Dr House, this week is your week!

Dr Anirudh Kumar discusses practical aspects of assessment and management of alcohol withdrawal syndrome in this episode. Please see the following resource referenced in today's podcast: CIWA-Ar Scale Follow us on Instagram! Join our Discord server or follow our podcast via our Linktree !

 Not all that’s prescribed is harmless, especially to your kidneys. Our latest episode is now live. In this episode, we’re diving deep into drug-induced nephrotoxicity. You’ll learn: Which medications are most nephrotoxic, h ow they damage the kidneys, and how to approach management when a drug is suspected

This week, Dr Javvad Haider joins us once again to talk about the management of spasticity. This episode covers a good chink of neurophysiology and pathophysiology to help understand how spasticity is triggered, so we can arrange the best treatments

Dr Katarina Vojtekova Nizamis, Gastroenterology Registrar in Nottingham, takes us through practical aspects of Abdominal Paracentesis in the second of two parts on this topic. Please see the following two videos referenced in today's podcast:] Royal Derby Hospital - Abdominal Therapeutic Paracentesis Video Medical Education Lothian - Preparing you for Ascitic Interventions We recommend considering...

In this episode, we explore how to approach the history-taking station in PACES, including what themes to prioritise, the role of body language and non-verbal communication, and common mistakes candidates make. Whether you're revising for the exam or improving real-life skills, this one's packed with practical tips.

This week we are covering an important cause of large vessel vasculitis! Takeyasu Arteritis is a complex disease with varying manifestations. Dr Thomas Bond cover's the myriad of presentations of this dangerous condition, as well as covering the immune dysregulation required to allow it in the first place!  Don't forget to check out our linktree and leave us some feedback! https://linktr.ee/memcas...

Dr Katarina Vojtekova Nizamis, Gastroenterology Registrar in Nottingham, takes us through practical aspects of Ascitic Tap and Abdominal Paracentesis in the first of two parts on this topic. We recommend considering listening to the following other podcast episodes to supplement this episode: Episode 16 - Ascites and TIPS Procedure Podomatic Apple Podcasts Spotify Episode 265 - Ascitic Tap and Abd...

 In this episode, we explore what advance care planning really means and how to approach these conversations in clinical practice. We talk about common pitfalls, how to navigate difficult or sensitive moments, and why these discussions are such a vital part of good medical care. Whether you're new to these conversations or looking to strengthen your approach, this episode offers insight, reflectio...

This week Dr Amy Webster joins us again for part two of our Sickle Cell Disease series. This week we discuss treatment of outpatients with Sickle cell, and cover what to do when patients are admitted with acute crisis.  If you have time, filling out our feedback survey will help us improve the podcast! Check out our Link-tree below: https://linktr.ee/memcast?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAac5brlP9e4auO...

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 Burden Podomatic Apple Podcasts Spotify Follow us on Instagram! Join our Discord server or follow our podcast...

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 wron...

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 Effusion Podomatic Apple Podcasts Spotify Episode 34 - Pneumothorax Podomatic Apple Podcasts Spotify Episode 13...

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 quest...