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Dr. Rodrigo Cavallazzi presents Part Two of his Critical Care Medicine Board Review with the topics below:
- Myxedema Coma
- Thyroid Storm
- Thyroid Function in Non-Thyroidal Illness
- Delirium
- Sepsis
- Protocolized Sedation and Spontaneous Breathing Trial
- ICU-Acquired Weakness
- Post-intensive Care Syndrome
- Chronic Critical Illness
Dr. Rodrigo Cavallazzi presents Part One of his Critical Care Medicine Board Review with the topics below:
- Lactic Acidosis
- Hyponatremia
- Hypernatremia
- Drug Poisoning
- Cyanide Toxicity
- Carbon Monoxide Toxicity
- Methemoglobinemia
- Hypothermia
Dr. Mark Burns presents "Ebola" by first discussing the history and transmission of Ebola. He then explains the term "person under investigation" as well as how to control the spread of Ebola.
Read MoreDr. Gunjan Garg presents and overview on "Chronic Kidney Disease" by first discussing the definition and staging. She then presents the pathophysiology and epidemiology, screening, and clinical manifestations. After, she discusses hypertension, dyslipidemia, management, and so on.
Read MoreDr. Khushboo Gala returns with Patterns of Liver Injury and the initial evaluations when encountering them. She first classifies liver disease and after, discusses patterns of liver injury be degree of transaminase elevation. Don't forget to check out part one: Liver Tests!
Read MoreDr. Olgres presents a quick overview on “Biostats for Internal Medicine”. In this lecture, Dr. Olges explains how to calculate sensitivity and specificity, as well as how to accurately interpret sensitivity and specificity in regards to test results. She then calculates the likelihood ratios and uses them to determine post test probabilities. After, she discusses the difference between relative and absolute risk.
Read MoreDr. Joe Rotella presents "From Burnout to Joy- Healing the Healers " by first describing the consequences and causes of clinician burnout as well as the rise of national initiatives to support clinician well-being. He then uses stories and illustrations to trace one physician's journey from burnout to joy and growth as a medical leader. And finally, Dr. Rotella explores how we can help each other thrive in this difficult and important work.
Read MoreDr. Sally Suliman defines Sepsis and its history. She then presents the guidelines for surviving sepsis as well as the updates in literature. After, she discusses the recognition and diagnosis of sepsis as well as treatment. And finally, bundles and compliance.
Read MoreDr. Khushboo Gala presents "Liver Tests" by discussing how liver enzymes can help classify hepatic disease into hepatocellular, obstructive/cholestatic and infiltrative diseases. She then talks about the Degree of Transaminase elevation as well as Alkaline Phosphatase.
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