Dr. Matt and Dr. Mike's Medical Podcast

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike discuss how the nervous system allows us to walk, talk, smell, taste, hear, and feel! This episode is about the electrical and chemical signals that the body sends called action potentials!For a video on this topic we suggest that you watch: Action PotentialsContact us on our website! www.drmattdrmike.com.auInstagram: @drmiketodorovicTwitter: @drmiketodorovicTikTok: @dr_mike_todorovic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Dr Matt and Dr Mike talk about the different types of bony joints in the body. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike explore the amazing physiology of the jolly man himself, Santa Claus!Listen to the extreme speeds, heights, G forces, energy expenditure, and insane diet he needs to maintain to be the one and only Saint Nick!email: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/@DrMattDrMikeInstagram: @drmiketodorovicTwitter: @drmiketodorovicTikTok: @dr_mike_todorovic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where do proteins, fats, and carbohydrates get broken down and absorbed? What does the liver, gall bladder, and pancreas do? Do we need an appendix? And much more!Instagram: @drmiketodorovicTwitter: @drmiketodorovicTikTok: @dr_mike_todorovicEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What causes tissues to swell? In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike explore the biology behind why in certain conditions fluid can accumulate in various parts of the body.If you want to watch Dr Mike discuss the various causes of Oedema, visit their YouTube channel!Oedema (Edema)Come say Hi 👋 on social media!Instagram: @drmiketodorovicTwitter: @drmiketodorovicTikTok: @dr_mike_todorovic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For more information on body fluids and hydration, watch this YouTube video with Dr Mike!Body Fluids and HydrationTwitter: @drmiketodorovicInstagram: @drmiketodorovicTikTok: @dr_mike_todorovicEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you want to learn more about the respiratory system, watch Dr Mike on his youTube channel!Overview of the Respiratory SystemFollow us on social media!!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmiketodorovic/@drmiketodorovicTwitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/drmiketodorovic@drmiketodorovicTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_mike_todorovic@dr_mike_todorovic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike define and discuss the various causes of acute kidney injury. Including pre-renal, intra-renal, and post-renal causes!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On this show Dr Matt & Dr Mike take you on a journey through the weird and wonderful structures and functions of the human body!Twitter: @drmiketodorovicInstagram: @drmiketodorovicTikTok: @dr_mike_todorovic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What is the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system? This episode explore the internal and external anatomy of the heart, blood flood through the heart and vessels, the conduction system of the heart and how ECGs (EKGs) can measure this, blood flow, cardiac output, and blood pressure! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike discuss all the living (and non-living) organisms that can cause disease. This includes, viruses, prions, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and helminths (worms). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this BIG episode, Dr Matt & Dr Mike discuss electrolytes and ions! They explain what important roles substances like sodium (Na+), Potassium (K+), Chloride (Cl-), Calcium (Ca2+), and Magnesium (Mg2+) play in the body!What happens when we have too much or too little?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liver function tests (LFTs) are a group of blood tests that provide information on the function of a person's liver. This episode Dr Matt & Dr Mike explain what each liver function test represents. This includes bilirubin, albumin, AST, ALT, ALP, and GGT.**This episode is not intended to diagnose. It is for education purposes only. Always consult your healthcare provider if you have issues with your health** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

in this episode, Dr Mike and Dr Matt explore how our body deals with old or damaged red blood cells. They walk through the metabolism of bilirubin (a toxic breakdown product of red blood cells) and discuss what happens if this bilirubin isn't removed from the body or accumulates - resulting in a yellow discolouration of the skin, called Jaundice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode, Dr Matt & Dr Mike explore what information can be gathered from your wee! They review colour, smell, taste(?!), specific gravity, pH, glucose, ketones, red blood cells, proteins, nitrites, white blood cells, and bilirubin/urobilinogen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike explore the factors that influence cardiac output (CO). This includes Heart Rate (HR) and Stroke Volume (SV). They explain the anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology that can alter these factors and talk about the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, preload, after load, and contractility. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This episode was so much fun! Dr Matt & Dr Mike talk everything alcohol with Vegas comedian, magician, and podcaster, Matt Donnelly. They discuss; types of alcohol, history of alcohol, how it is produced, absorbed, blood alcohol limits, metabolism, its effects on the body (short term and long term), hangovers and hangover cures, 'breaking the seal', and a few personal stories thrown in there!Follow us on Twitter and Instagram:Dr Mike Todorovic: @drmiketodorovicDr Matt Barton: @drbartoxMatt Donnelly: @sweetmattyd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Matt & Dr Mike discuss dietary fats and blood lipids (triglycerides, cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and VLDL) with Dr Kevin Klatt. Dr Klatt has a PhD in molecular nutrition and is a registered dietician at Baylor College of Medicine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode Dr Matt & Dr Mike discuss everything vaccines! Start - 0:07:37 : What is immunity?0:07:37 - 0:16:24 : The 4 Types of Immunity0:16:24 - 0:39:42 : History of Vaccines0:39:42 - 0:49:00 : Herd Immunity0:49:00 - 1:02:05 : Types of Vaccines1:02:05 - 1:08:40 : Vaccine Myths1:08:40 - End : COVID-19 Vaccines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This episode was an eye opener! Delirium is poorly understood and very common. Luckily, Professor Andy Teodorczuk is here to help us understand what Delirium is and how it is treated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr Matt & Dr Mike are joined by Doctor, Lawyer, and Disability Advocate, Dr Dinesh Palipana OAM. Dr Palipana has also experienced a spinal cord injury, being the first quadriplegic doctor in Queensland, Australia. He talks about his experience with spinal cord injury as both a doctor and a patient. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode we explore the tubes, glands, and structures of the male reproductive tract!The journey begins at the testes, moves to the epididymis, ductus (vas) deferens, prostate, seminal vesicles, ejaculatory ducts, urethra, penis, and erection and ejaculation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shock is a critical condition that is brought on by a sudden drop in blood flow through the body. The circulatory system fails to maintain adequate blood flow, sharply curtailing the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to vital organs. In this episode we discuss the types, causes, and treatments of shock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike are joined by Clinical Neurologist and Fellow of the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry, Dr Steven Novella. They discuss conspiracy thinking in medicine and explore what drives people away from science-based thinking. Dr Novella offers some insight from his clinical experience and explains how (or if) we can address people with incorrect views. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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