Episodes

In this episode 4th year medical student, Dalia Bibr, from the University of Toronto guides us through the topic of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding. After listening to this episode, learners should be able to: Understand what AUB is and establish a systematic approach to the differential Focus in on AUB in the postmenopausal population; endometrial cancer […]

In this episode 4th year medical student, Dalia Bibr, from the University of Toronto guides us through the topic of Ruptured Ovarian Cyst. After listening to this episode, learners should be able to: Understand about the different types of cysts Consider important questions to ask on history Discuss which physical exam maneuvers, laboratory investigations and […]

In this episode 4th year medical student, Dalia Bibr, from the University of Toronto takes us through a Gynecological history. After listening to this podcast the listener should be able to take a complete Gynecological history. The elements of the history include: Menstrual History Sexual History Past Obstetrical History Patient Medical History (Medications, Allergies) Past […]

In this episode 4th year medical student, Dalia Bibr, from the University of Toronto defines the topic of Obstetrics and Gynecology and its history, introduces us to the topics she will covers in her 8 part O&G series. After listening to this episode, learners should be able to: Discuss a little of the breadth of […]

In this episode Pathologist, Dr. Tyler Rouse, talks about special techniques and the future of pathology. Objectives: Special stains IHC – diagnostic and prognostic Molecular pathology

In this episode Pathologist, Dr. Tyler Rouse, guides us through the pathology report, including key information, and tips for helping out the pathologist. Objectives: Review the various components of the path report (clinical history – don’t hold out!) Synoptic reports and the TNM classification system How can I help the pathologist (garbage in, garbage out)

In this episode Pathologist, Dr. Tyler Rouse, takes us through the steps of how how tissue is turned into a slide. The objectives include: Go through the basic steps of how surgical tissue becomes a slide Understand the importance of specimen handling and selection of sections Learn how the sections are processed into slides Pink […]

In this episode Pathologist, Dr. Tyler Rouse, explains 3 ways in which specimens removed during surgery are sent to pathology and the rationale behind each process. The objectives include: Fixed – how most specimens are sent to pathology and why; Fresh – scenarios where a surgeon might send the tissue without fixation; Frozen – covering […]

In this episode Pathologist, Dr. Tyler Rouse, gives an overview of what Pathology is and how is related to surgery and many other specialties. The objectives include: Who are pathologists? What do they do? How are pathologists involved in patient care?

In this episode, Anthony Vo, a 4th year medical student from the University of Alberta discusses two common types of skin cancer; Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC). The objectives for both BCC and SCC include: Overview of each type of skin cancer Review of the characteristics and presentation Discussion of treatment […]

In this episode, Kerry Atkins, a 4th year medical student from the University of Alberta discusses one of the simplest and high yield diagnostic tests: the punch biopsy. The objectives include: An overview of the different skin biopsy techniques and when they are appropriate Indications and contraindications of the procedure Materials required And step by […]

In this episode, Thoracic Surgeon Dr. Simon Turner discusses Thoracic Trauma. Thoracic trauma is one of the most intimidating situations in all of surgery. The chest contains the heart, lungs and the great vessels, and injury to any of these can quickly result in death if not rapidly corrected. Add to this the fact that […]

In this episode, Thoracic Surgeon Dr. Simon Turner discusses Dysphagia and Achalasia. Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, is a common presenting complaint to both primary care physicians and surgeons. Patients may mean several different things when they complain of trouble swallowing, and accordingly the differential diagnosis is large and includes both benign and malignant causes. For […]

In this episode, Thoracic Surgeon Dr. Simon Turner discusses GERD and Barrett’s Esophagus. Gastro-esophageal reflux disease, or GERD is one of the most common problems encountered by primary care physicians. It is the number 1 outpatient GI related complaint, and of all the patients with chest pain who have a negative work-up for angina, 50% […]

In this episode, Thoracic Surgeon Dr. Simon Turner discusses Lung Cancer. Lung cancer is the most common cancer worldwide and is the number 1 killer of all cancers. Most patients diagnosed with lung cancer will die of their disease within just a few years, however, with more knowledge about its presentation, screening, diagnosis and treatment, […]

In this episode, Thoracic Surgeon Dr. Simon Turner discusses Mediastinal Masses. Imagine that you’ve ordered a chest x-ray on a patient of yours with shortness of breath. When you look at the x-ray the lungs look normal, but you notice to your surprise that the mediastinum looks quite abnormal. You speak with a radiologist who […]

In this episode, Thoracic Surgeon Dr. Simon Turner discusses Solitary Pulmonary Nodule. This podcast was written in large part by Dr. Keerit Tauh, a graduate of the University of Alberta medical school and currently a cardiac surgery resident at the University of British Columbia. The objectives include the: • Definition • Classification and differential diagnosis […]

In this episode, Thoracic Surgeon Dr. Simon Turner discusses Esophageal cancer. In this episode Dr. Turner will describe: The presentations of esophageal cancer Diagnosis and most common types of esophageal cancer The different stages and treatment options

This week resident Danica Kindrachuk talks about Post-Operative Pain. After listening to the podcast learners will be able to: Understand the scope of pain surgical patients experience. Explain the pathophysiology of acute pain. List some benefits of proper post-operative pain control. List the classes of drugs used for acute pain control. List the indications, mechanism […]