Medgeeks Clinical Review Podcast

Happy Halloween! In this episode, we will talk about some myths in medicine. First, we will talk about diverticulitis and we used to tell patients not to eat nuts and seeds. Next, we will talk about statins and myopathy. When we thought we should tell patients to take statins in general. The last myth will discuss STDs. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he enlightens us about some scary myths about medicine. 10/30/2023 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this week's podcast, we will discuss two common overuse injuries of the elbow, commonly known as tennis elbow and golfer's elbow. Both are caused by repetitive use of the forearm muscles from a variety of activities, not just tennis or golf. Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is inflammation of the tendon on the outside of the elbow. Golfer's elbow, also known as medial epicondylitis, is inflammation of the tendon on the inside of the elbow. Next we will go over the symptoms your patient will present with and the different types of treatments you can offer them. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he goes over these common, but painful elbow injuries. October 23, 2023 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this week's podcast, we will start our next series on dysphagia, specifically achalasia. Achalasia is a rare esophageal disorder that affects the nerves and muscles of the esophagus, in which the muscle does not relax properly. Making it difficult for food and liquid to pass into the stomach. We will discuss the symptoms your patient might present with such as dysphagia, regurgitation of undigested food, chest pain, and heartburn. Next, will be how achalasia will be diagnosed and the treatments that are available, depending on the type of achalasia. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he helps us swallow this difficult disorder our patients might encounter. October 16, 2023 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this podcast episode, we will discuss Achilles tendinopathy, which is a common injury that affects runners, athletes and anyone who decides to start a new workout regimen and doesn't wear the proper footwear. The Achilles tendon is a band of tissue that connects the calf muscle and the heel bone. Achilles tendinopathy is an overuse injury of this tendon. Some treatments include rest, ice, compression and elevation. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal helps walk us through this painful injury. October 9, 2023 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this episode of the Liver Series, Dr. Niket Sonpal discusses drug-induced liver injury (DILI), a common and potentially serious side effect of many medications. DILI can occur in people of all ages, but is more common in older adults and people with pre-existing liver disease. DILI can be caused by a wide variety of medications, including over-the-counter medications, prescription drugs, and herbal supplements. Some of the most common medications that cause DILI include Tylenol, NSAIDS such as Advil and Aleve. DILI is usually treated by stopping the medication that is causing the injury. But, in severe cases, the patient may need to be hospitalized. October 2, 2023 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, and for good reason. It's delicious, it gives you a boost of energy, and it's been linked to a number of health benefits. There are also some myths and things added to coffee that will have you scratching your head. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he discusses that cup of Joe that we all enjoy. September 25, 2023 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

This week's podcast, we will discuss eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). Which is a chronic inflammatory condition of the esophagus and can be characterized by an accumulation of eosinophils, a white blood cell, in the esophageal lining. Join Dr. Niket Sonapl as he discusses the symptoms your patient might present with are difficulty swallowing, chest pain, heartburn and nausea. EoE is diagnosed through a combination of medical history, physical exam and endoscopy. The different treatments can be offered are dietary elimination and medications such as corticosteroids. September 18, 2023 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this episode of our Liver Series, we will discuss a couple of liver diseases that may occur during pregnancy: intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) and acute fatty liver of pregnancy (AFLP). Intrahepatic cholestasis is a liver condition that occurs late in pregnancy. It's caused by a backup of bile acids in the liver. Acute fatty liver is a rare, but serious liver disease that occurs in the third trimester and is caused by a buildup of fat in the liver. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he goes over signs and symptoms of ICP and AFLP as well as the different treatments to help your patient out. He will also talk about the importance of early diagnosis and treatment for these conditions. September 11, 2023 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

We all love the magic of movies and might wonder if that could actually happen in real life. Would a lightsaber to the upper chest instantly kill a person? Can Harry Potter's scar really hurt like in the movies when "He-Who-Not-Be-Named" gets close? Can Magneto really pull iron out of the guard's body? Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he goes over some of our favorite movies/tv shows and the medicine fact or fiction. September 4, 2023 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this episode of the Liver Series, will discuss acetaminophen toxicity. Which is a common over-the-counter- pain reliever and fever reducer. However, it can be toxic to the liver if taken in high doses or in combination with other medications that can damage the liver. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he discusses the symptoms of acetaminophen toxicity, which can include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and dark urine. And we will go over treatment that will help your patient. August 28, 2023 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this week's podcast, we are going to take a break from the Liver Series and continue our other series: In the News. Where we will discuss the latest topics around the medical world. Some of the topics we will discuss are the new Covid variant, which is the new dominant variant in the US. Next is the rise of vibrio vulnificus (the bug you learned about in microbiology), which is a bacteria that can be found in warm, salty water and can lead to severe illness such as sepsis and death. And a possible myth that made its way around social media. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he keeps us up to date so we can all make an informed decision about our health and our patients' health. August 21, 2023 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In our next episode for the Liver Series, we will discuss Ischemic Hepatitis, a condition that occurs when the liver does not receive enough blood flow. This can be caused by a variety of factore, including heart failure, sepsis and shock. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he discusses the symptoms of Ischemic Hepatitis, which can include jaundice, fatigue, nausea, and vomiting. He will also go over the diagnosis and treatments for your patient. August 14, 2023 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this next episode of our Liver Series, we will discuss a rare genetic disorder that causes copper to build up in the body known as Wilson's Disease. Which can lead to damage to the liver, brain and other organs. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal explains how Wilson's Disease is diagnosed and treated. He will also discuss the symptoms of Wilson's Disease, which can vary depending on the organ system that is affected. August 7, 2023 — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this week's podcast, we will discuss the Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). AATD is a relatively rare genetic disorder that affects both the liver and the lungs.There are no symptoms in early childhood. However, as people get older, they may develop lung problems, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or emphysema. Dr. Niket Sonpal will discuss the signs and symptoms, importance of early diagnosis and treatment for AATD. July 31, 2023 — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this episode of the Liver Series, we will discuss Caroli Disease, a rare congenital disorder of the liver. Caroli disease is characterized by the presence of multiple bile duct cysts throughout the liver. Dr. Sonpal will discuss the different symptoms, diagnosis and the treatments for the disease. The cause of the disease is unknown, but with the proper treatment, you can help manage the symptoms and prevent complications. July 24, 2023 — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

It's mid July and this summer has been extremely hot. In this week's podcast, we'll discuss exertional heat illness, a group of conditions that can occur when the body's temperature regulation system is overwhelmed by exercise or exposure to high temperatures. We'll cover the three types of heat illness, the different treatments for those who show symptoms and what to do to prevent heat illness. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he keeps us all cool during this extreme heat. July 17, 2023 — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

Welcome to the first episode for our Liver Series! In this episode, we'll be discussing Autoimmune Hepatitis (AIH), a chronic liver disease caused by the body's immune system attacking the liver. We will go over the symptoms that can include fatigue, jaundice, dark urine and nausea to name a few. Dr. Niket Sonpal will talk about the diagnostic process and the different types of treatments that you can offer your patients. With early diagnosis and treatment, most people with AIH can live normal, healthy lives. July 10, 2023 — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

July is here! Which means the summer travel season is officially in full swing. It also brings those pesky mosquitoes that we all hate. But, did you know, there are hardly any at Disneyland? In this episode, Dr. Niket Sonpal will discuss how Disneyland keeps its property mosquito-free. The 4th of July is a time for celebration, but it's also a time to be safe. Fireworks can be dangerous and they are the leading cause of injuries during the summer months. We hope you have a safe and happy 4th of July! July 3, 2023 — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this week's episode, we will talk about microscopic colitis, a chronic inflammatory condition of the colon that is often misdiagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Some symptoms are watery diarrhea, abdominal pain and urgency. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal to discuss the diagnosis, treatments and/or lifestyle changes that can help manage microscopic colitis. June 26, 2023 — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

Is microwaving your food bad for you? Is eating only boxed foods good for you? In this week's episode, Dr. Niket Sonpal discusses the importance of a healthy diet for overall well-being. He debunks some common misconceptions about some, "healthy eating," and shares his tips for better nutrition. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this next podcast about another knee pain, we will talk about Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS). Also known as the runner's knee. We will discuss the symptoms that your patient will present with and worsen during activities like jumping, running or climbing stairs. Next, will be the various tests that should be done to confirm PFPS and the treatment options for your patient. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he explains all the bees knees. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

Another week, another pain…in the side this time. We are referring to the side of the knee, iliotibial (IT) band syndrome. A common cause of lateral knee pain/injury from overuse. Dr. Niket Sonpal will go over the anatomy of the IT band and its function and attachments. He mentions there are multiple factors that contribute to its development, such as tightness or changes in the IT band. Next we will go over the diagnosis and the treatments you could provide. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

This week's podcast will point out the pain in the butt (gluteus maximus). Where we will explore key aspects of this pain known as Piriformis Syndrome. The main points of this podcast will be the anatomy and the role of the piriformis muscle. Along with the symptoms your patient might present with and the risk factors that come with this syndrome. Next, is the diagnosis and the various treatments such as the different exercises and medications to help relieve the pain. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he sheds some light where the sun doesn't shine. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this latest podcast, we will update you on different topics in the medical world. From breast cancer screening to artificial sweeteners to genetically altered brussels sprouts. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he keeps us all updated on various topics from around the medical world. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this week's podcast, we will cover umbilical hernias. Including some causes, signs & symptoms, and the treatment you will recommend to your patient. An umbilical hernia occurs when fatty tissue or intestine pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscle. This can be more common in obese or pregnant women. The signs & symptoms you may see are bulging or swelling, tenderness or discomfort and potential incarcerations of the intestine. Next are the treatment options which can range from watchful waiting to surgical intervention. With proper treatment, umbilical hernias have very rare complications. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he dives into umbilical hernias. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this week's podcast, we will talk about our lovable Winnie the Pooh and his friends. Not their adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood, but their potential mental health disorders. The first is Pooh, of course, and his binge eating (honey) disorder. Next, Eeyore is suffering from persistent depressive disorder. Then there is Tigger! Who could be diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Finally there is Piglet and Rabbit who portrays anxiety disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), which we discussed in our previous podcast. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he sheds some light on recognizing these different mental health disorders. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

Our next topic in the Mental Health Series is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). We all have anxiety in our daily life such as sitting in traffic or getting an assignment done in school or at work. It is when that anxiety is so great that it is debilitating for that person. GAD is one of the most common mental disorders in the community and clinical setting. In which we will go over the symptoms such as restlessness and irritability. Next, we will explore the risk factors and then the treatment options like therapy and/or medication. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he helps us better understand this disorder. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

Our next topic for the mental health series is Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). In the US the disorder costs about 200 billion dollars annually. Everything from medical costs to lost days at work. MDD is characterized by persistent and severe depressive symptoms that impact one's ability to function in their daily life. Which has to be present for at least two weeks. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he continues to educate us all about the different mental health issues we might encounter. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

The next topic in the mental health series is obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). We all have a little OCD in us. This disorder is characterized by unwanted, persistent and/or impulses that are followed by repetitive behavior(s) that affect one's daily life. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he helps you diagnose a patient with OCD. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

What is the difference between a panic attack and panic disorder? Can you have one without the other? In the United States, there is a prevalence of about 2.5% to 8% having a panic disorder. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal, as he discusses the 13 different symptoms that a person might have when suffering from a panic disorder. Then, you'll want to take a history and physical to find out about any alcohol or substance abuse and rule out any other mental health disorder. Finally, the different treatments like psychotherapy or a combination of psychotherapy and psychopharmacology. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

What is the most common cause of anal pain or bleeding that you will see in primary care? It is not hemorrhoid, like we talked about last week. It is in fact anal fissures and some patients will describe them as razor blades coming out of their rectum. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal, as he discusses how these fissures start and the underlying risk factors such as constipation and diarrhea. Next, is determining if it is in fact an anal fissure or hemorrhoid. Once the fissure is diagnosed, the treatments to start them on is more fiber in their diet and topical analgesics. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

Let's talk about a pain in the butt. No, not your coworker or boss. But, a different kind of pain that is chronic, bothersome and annoying. We are talking about hemorrhoids, also known as piles, if you are listening outside the U.S. We will go over the two different types of hemorrhoids, internal or external, and how to determine which one your patient has. They could have both! Next, you'll want to take a good history and physical to determine the treatments. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal to help take care of that pain in the gluteus maximus. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

There is one thing that the internet (social media) hates the most and that is gluten containing foods. Gluten can trigger inflammatory, immunologic and autoimmune conditions. And in rare conditions, 1-2% of the population, can cause Celiac disease. This week we will talk about the history of Celiac disease. Then we will discuss how your patient might present on their initial exam such as diarrhea, weight loss and dermatitis. Next step is the initial test for three antibodies. Finally the treatments such as a gluten free diet and replete all the vitamin deficiencies the patient will have. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he helps navigate the wheat worry known as Celiac Disease. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

Does make-up cause the conditions that affect a person's eyes? If make-up is not properly removed, it can clog oil glands, causing infections and styes on the eyelid and pimples on your face. Also, contaminated make-up is one of the prime causes of recurring blepharitis. In this episode, we will discuss three of the main infections you might see in your patient: stye, chalazions and blepharitis. We will also go over the main pathogens of eye infections and the best treatments for each infection. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal, the eye enthusiast, as he keeps our windows to the soul nice and clear. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Love the podcast, but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

In this week's podcasts, we will discuss the latest topics: diagnosis of an actor that just retired, the President's procedure, physical exercise (for our elders), the bad news about artificial sweeteners, and colon cancer. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal, as he keeps us all updated on what is happening in the world of medicine. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Love the podcast, but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

Have you ever watched a video of a doctor pop a pimple/cyst? These videos are some of the most popular videos that people watch. However, there are some that should never be popped such as the pilonidal cyst/disease. The pilonidal disease is most commonly found above the buttocks. It is more common in males than females. In this episode, we will discuss how the cyst begins to form and what you will look for when examining your patient. Then, we will go over if your patient will need antibiotics or surgical intervention. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal to go over that cyst that you might be sitting on. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Love the podcast, but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), is one of the most common causes of vertigo. Vertigo is the spinning sensation one might experience suddenly. In this episode, Dr. Niket Sonpal will explain the different causes of vertigo. He will also discuss the different diagnostic tests, the management steps to take and then the treatments that will help keep the room still for your patients. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Love the podcast, but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

As you can tell, this is not Dr. Niket Sonpal. For those unfamiliar with my voice, my name is Andrew, and I'm the founder of Medgeeks. I was also the initial host of this very podcast. I stepped away from recording and creating content for a few years to really focus on growing Medgeeks. But, alas, I missed writing and recording and I'm jumping on to share a couple of updates. I started a Substack (free publication and podcast) where I'll share thoughts on medicine, fulfillment, happiness, and growth. I want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. If that sounds interesting, click here to join the free community. The second thing I want to share with you is that for the last five years, I've been working to answer a question most of us have struggled with at some point in time: how do we live a life we love that fulfills us? In the last six months, I've been working to put all these thoughts into one cohesive document that will one day become a book. Although many of the concepts I'm writing about apply to any human in any profession, there are distinct nuances I'll highlight that can only be understood by those working in medicine. I'll be publishing the first chapters for free on Substack, because I want to share these ideas with as many people as possible. I'm also adding the audio for each chapter on my new podcast: Click here to listen to the podcast on Apple Click here to listen to the podcast on Spotify Click here to read the chapters or listen to the podcast on Substack See you there! - Andrew Founder of Medgeeks

Imagine having your muscles progressive stiffen, then become rigid and spasm which leads to impaired movement. This is a very rare condition that affects one in a million people. This condition is known as Stiff Person Syndrome. In this episode, we will go over the three different types: the classic, partial stiff person syndrome and paraneoplastic form. We will explain the different types of each, which labs to run and the therapies that might help your patient. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he helps explain this very rare condition. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Love the podcast, but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

Chest pain is the chief complaint about 1% - 2% of all outpatient visits. Chest pain is one of those symptoms that cause everyone to feel uncomfortable when a patient presents with it. And heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US. This week, we will discuss a specific chest pain in pericarditis. And how the patient will present when they come in. The tests you will run to confirm your diagnosis and the potential treatments that will help your patient. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he helps us navigate a potentially deadly disease. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Love the podcast, but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

Do you know what to eat? How much fiber, sodium or protein do you need in your diet? It sounds a little funny, but a lot of Americans do not know what to eat everyday. In this episode, we will give some eye opening statistics about the food we eat. We will also discuss some myths that just aren't true. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he helps steer us through the difficult world of food myths. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Love the podcast, but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

Some of us release the stress of the day by working out, venting to friends/family, shopping (like in the movies) and/or taking a nap. Lots of naps. Some could be uncontrollable sleepiness which might be classified as narcolepsy. In this episode, we will talk about the different types of narcolepsy, the signs and symptoms, the tests you might run and some therapies you might offer. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal where he keeps us all awake. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Love the podcast, but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

Imagine you only got only a couple hours of sleep every night for the past month. Not because you did want to sleep or because you didn't need to sleep. But, because you just couldn't fall asleep or stay asleep. That's insomnia, the most common sleep disorder. In this episode, we will talk about the effects of insomnia on the human body, the mortality rate and the difference between short term and chronic insomnia. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he helps us all get a good night's sleep. — Never pay for another course, workshop or seminar again. Become a member and get full access to every resource we've ever made. You'll also get 50 CAT 1 CMEs every calendar year as part of your membership. Click the link to learn more about becoming a member: Medgeeks All Access — Love the podcast, but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

For a lot of us, we witnessed a very scary incident on Monday Night Football when a player looked had a rare phenomenon called commotio cordis. Where he had a cardiac arrest but there is nothing wrong with his heart. The other topics we will discuss are about why it's important to drink enough water throughout the day. How ultra processed foods affect your health and how drinking too much soda may be linked to hair loss. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he keeps us all informed on the latest news. — Love the podcast but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

Happy New Year! Let's start off the New Year with some great resolutions. We will discuss some news, resolutions and cliches that many people will want to change for the year to come. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he welcomes everyone into the New Year. — Love the podcast but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

What is the only insect derived, natural product that we use? One that we do not need to refrigerate, never spoils and can be stored unopened at room temperature. That's right, it's honey! We will discuss the history of honey, benefits and its protective effects for various conditions.Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he sweetens the podcast by talking about honey. — Love the podcast but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

Happy holidays from our Medgeeks family to yours! In this episode, we will go over some safety tips to keep you, your family and/or your patient safe during the holiday season. Some topics we will cover are tree safety, electrical issues and the holiday food that we all love. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he keeps us safe during the holidays. — Love the podcast but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

What are some of the descriptions you've heard a patient describe to you when doing a physical exam? For example, an elephant on my chest or an apple-shaped figure. In this week's podcast, we will go over the signs and symptoms that we see/hear during the physical exam. And some of the food based descriptions that have made its way into the medical field. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he goes over some of the lesser known food descriptions. — Love the podcast but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

Welcome back for In the News part 2, where we will talk about Thor (Chris Hemsworth) and a genetic test that he had done. And when a famous person brings to light what they are going through, there is an uptick in the general population asking for the same test. Other topics we will discuss are snoring, flu season, Monkeypox and how a new study about a plant based diet was more beneficial to men than women. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he brings us all up to date on what is happening in the medical world. — Love the podcast but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —

Not everything that goes up, comes down, or out. During this holiday season, there have been a lot of foreign objects that might need help coming out. There are three classifications of rectal foreign bodies: involuntary non-sexual, voluntary non-sexual placement and voluntary during sexual practice. We will discuss how to manage varying degrees of rectal objects. First, you'll need to take a history & physical, like a CT scan or X-Ray. Then figuring out how best to remove the objects safely. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he sheds some light on this holiday mishap. — Love the podcast but can't seem to remember everything we cover? For a limited time we are providing the notes from each episode starting with this episode, absolutely FREE. Click the link here to access the podcast: Key Principles — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials — Are you running on empty? Clinician's Corner is our monthly publication where we help increase your confidence, decrease burnout, and live the life you've always wanted. We want you to practice medicine because you want to, not because you have to. Learn more here: Clinician's Corner —