Surgery 101

In this episode with the help of Dr. Bryan Dicken, Pediatric General Surgeon, 4th year medical student Alessia Gallipoli discusses one of the most common indications for emergency surgery in a young person – acute appendicitis. After listening to this episode, learners should be able to: Define appendicitis and understand its importance in the pediatric population Recognize some of the challenges in diagnosing appendicitis in kids Understand the risk of not diagnosing appendicitis quickly Describe the common treatment options for appendicitis

In this episode Marie Gojmerac, medical student at the University of Alberta discusses ethics. After listening to this podcast you should be able to: Define Ethics Understand how ethics come into play in surgery Discuss the ethical tool kit and how to use it through a real case

In this episode, 4th year medical student at the University of Alberta, Mark Rockley talks about post-operative orders.  Although this topic is important for any surgical team member, this podcast will be tailored for medical students. After listening to this podcast you should be able to: Discuss the importance of prudent post-operative orders. Describe the core components of post-operative orders that should be considered after every operation

In this episode Susie Youn, a medical student at the University of Alberta, will discuss acute mesenteric ischemia.  After listening to this episode you should be able to: Describe the pathophysiology of this condition Understand the presentation of acute mesenteric ischemia Explain the work-up Review the management of acute mesenteric ischemia

In this episode, 4th year medical student, Allison Edwards guides of through a complete Head and Neck examination. A complete head and neck exam is an important skill for any physician to master. While family doctors, pediatricians, emergency physicians and otolaryngologists will use this skill the most, you never know when a family member is going to ask you “oh, and can you look in my ear?” All joking aside, a large majority of visits presenting to a primary care office consist of ear nose and throat complaints. Whether it is a runny nose, sore throat or ear pain, a complete head and neck exam is often needed to fully assess these concerns. After listening to this podcast you should be able to: Discuss the important elements of the head and neck exam including examination of the ear, nose, oral cavity, cranial nerves and neck. Describe important equipment required for a head and neck exam. Explain important components of nasolaryngoscopy.

In this episode Nikytha Antony, Medical Student from the University of Alberta (in collaboration with Pediatric Surgeon Dr. Bryan Dicken) discusses Pectus Deformities. After listening to this podcast you should be able to: Define pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum Describe the epidemiology and pathophysiology of pectus deformities Recognize the symptoms that might be present on initial presentation Discuss treatment options  

In this episode we are joined by Dr. Aya Musbahi, a General Surgery trainee from Newcastle, United Kingdom, who will be talking about about the use of wound vacuums and negative pressure wound therapy. After listening to this podcast you should be able to: Define negative pressure wound therapy Understand how negative pressure wound therapy works Describe clinical applications Explain indications and contraindications.

In this episode 4th year medical student at the University of Alberta, Michael Goplen, discusses septic arthritis. After listening to this podcast you should be able to: Describe the presentation of septic arthritis Understand the etiology Explain a complete physical exam and history of suspected septic arthritis Recognize the diagnosis and management

This week we are joined by Dr. Keith Rourke, a Urologist at the University of Alberta, who will be discussing the Vasectomy. After this podcast you will be able to: Describe the reasons a patient would want a vasectomy Know who should get a vasectomy Review common myths Understand the procedure and follow-up Comprehend the complications of a vasectomy

This week we are joined by 4th year University of Ottawa student Zuhaib Mir who will be discussing Acute Bacterial Rhinosinusitis. This podcast was created as a collaborative effort between Surgery101, LearnENT, and the Canadian Society of Otolarygology-Head & Neck Surgery as part of a special series of topics on primary care otolaryngology. After this podcast you will be able to: Understand the importance of the topic Define Acute bacterial Rhinosinusitis and discuss the relevant anatomy Describe the risk factors associated Describe the clinical presentation and differential diagnosis Recommend treatment for ABRS, including complications and when you should refer to OHNS

This week we are joined by 4th year University of Ottawa student Zuhaib Mir who will be discussing Otitis Externa. After this podcast you will be able to: Discuss the relevant anatomy and pathophysiology of Otitis Externa Understand the risk factors associated Describe the clinical presentation and diagnosis Review Differential diagnosis Recommend treatment for Acute Otitis Media, including when you should refer to OHNS Outline possible complications and reasons for referral

This week we are joined by 4th year University of Ottawa student Zuhaib Mir who will be discussing Chronic Otitis Media. After this podcast you will be able to: Discuss relevant anatomy Explain the pathophysiology associated Understand the risk factors Review the presentation and diagnosis Discuss treatment options Consider complications and reasons for referral

This week we are joined by 4th year University of Ottawa student Zuhaib Mir who will be discussing Acute Otitis Media. After this podcast you will be able to: Define Acute Otitis Media Understand the Pathophysiology and risk factors of Acute Otitis Media Describe the clinical presentation and differential diagnosis Recommend treatment for Acute Otitis Media, including when you should refer to OHNS Outline possible complications of Acute Otitis Media

In this episode 4th year medical student, Dalia Bibr, from the University of Toronto explains the different types of infertility, investigations, and treatment. After listening to this episode, learners should be able to: Define infertility and discuss the difference between primary and secondary infertility Discuss the etiology of infertility with a focus on female factors that can contribute to infertility Review the common investigations and treatments used for infertility including medical and surgical options

In this episode 4th year medical student, Dalia Bibr, from the University of Toronto explains the different options available for female contraception. After listening to this episode, learners should be able to: Discuss a systematic approach to the different options available for contraception Discuss in depth the most common or recommended options for female contraception Review the factors to consider to be able to counsel women about the options that are consistent with their lifestyle and beliefs

In this episode 4th year medical student, Dalia Bibr, from the University of Toronto guides us through the topic of Spontaneous Abortion.  After listening to this episode, learners should be able to: Understand what qualifies as a spontaneous abortion and what the different types are Understand the different maternal and fetal factors that can increase a patient's risk Discuss the typical clinical manifestations and finding on physical exam Explore the common investigations Discuss the different management strategies, future implications and counselling strategies

In this episode 4th year medical student, Dalia Bibr, from the University of Toronto discusses Uterine Fibroids. After listening to this episode, learners should be able to: 1. Understand what a leiomyoma is and the different types 2. Discuss clinical presentation and risk factors 3. Understand the particular investigations that contribute to diagnosis 4. Understand and know when to execute different management strategies

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 until proven otherwise Understand the broad differential and tackle ways to address it through early investigations Discuss what the appropriate diagnostic tools are for AUB and specifics on 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 imaging modalities are useful for diagnosis and management Discuss the different management strategies between uncomplicated and complicated rupture

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 Surgical History Family History Social Support