Podcast Episodes

Eye Floaters - Should I be Worried?

Season 4 Episode 2

We are back with our second episode in association with the RCPE. 

Amie presents a case of eye floaters to Ben and he works through the case in real time. 

Test your own diagnostic skills and see if yo…

Published on 1 day, 22 hours ago

Confusion: Lost in Translation

Season 4 Episode 1

We are very excited to be back with season 4!

The Home of Medicine has a new Home - The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, but the podcast is the same as ever, bringing you case discussions and…

Published on 2 weeks, 1 day ago

Frequent attender in SDEC

Season 3 Episode 17

Palpitations in SDEC, what could be causing this?

Amie and Ben discuss a challenging case and possible diagnoses. 

If you have been affected by any of the topics we have discussed in this episode you c…

Published on 2 months ago

Major Haemorrhage in ED

Season 3 Episode 16

When did we first feel like a real doctor?

When we did form our professional identity and what helped guide this?

We introduce FORDEC as an aide to decision making and there may also be an outtake or t…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

FLASHBACK episode - Headache

Season 3 Episode 15

This week we take you back to our first ever episode, nearly four years ago!

We discuss headaches and how to differentiate between primary and secondary causes. 

This is where it all started!!!

We love …

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

Why Am I Yawning So Much?

Season 3 Episode 14

Ben presents a case of excessive yawning. What could it be?

We reflect on the importance of history taking and how talking to people brings us so much joy.

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Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

FLASHBACK episode - Shortness of breath

Season 3 Episode 13

We revisit one of Ben's earliest episodes from 2022, when we discuss a case of a gentleman I reviewed who presented with shortness of breath. 

This is also our most listened to episode and highlights …

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

The Curious Case of the Sore Throat and Aching Muscles

Season 3 Episode 12

A young man presents with a sore throat and aching muscles - but what could be the cause?

Ben and I dig into the possibilities, with Ben (of course) pulling out another gem from the depths of medical …

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Confusion on the medical take

Season 3 Episode 11

Confusion in the older adult, must be a UTI? 

We discuss a frequent referral to the medical team and how we approach it.

The importance of thorough clinical examination is highlighted. 

We reminisce on …

Published on 5 months ago

I would like a second opinion ..........

Season 3 Episode 10

What happens when someone doubts your clinical ability and asks for a second opinion?

Ben and I discuss a case of collapse and what to do next. 

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Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago