Surgery 101

In this episode Dr. Rourke, a Urologist at the University of Alberta, discusses Scrotal Swelling.   After listening to this podcast you should be able to: Construct a classification system for scrotal swelling Discuss the conditions of varicocele, hydrocele, spermatocele, and testicular cancar Describe the distinguishing features of a malignant versus a benign mass

In this podcast Dr. Keith Rourke, a Urologist at the University of Alberta, discusses Acute Testicular Pain. After listening to this podcast you should be able to: Describe and define the common causes of scrotal pain and the unique clinical presentations Understand treatment options for acute orchitis, acute epididymitis, and testicular torsion Explain the pathogenesis of testicular torsion and recognize the need for urgent management of this condition List the differential diagnosis for scrotal pain  

In this episode we are joined by 4th year McGill Medical student, Jenny Moon. Jenny will be discussing the topic of surgical outcomes in the elderly population. After listening to this podcast you should be able to: Know the importance of understanding aging in the surgical population Review the pathophysiology of aging Understand frailty in terms of the definition, ways to measure, relevance in clinical settings, and how to use the concept to improve surgical care in the elderly

In this episode 4th year McGill medical Student, Jennifer He, discusses Inguinal Hernias. After listening to this podcast, you should be able to: Explain the anatomy of inguinal hernias Present the clinical presentation And finally, understand the treatment for inguinal hernias

In this episode 4th year McGill medical Student, Jennifer He, discusses Umbilical and other Abdominal Wall Hernias. After listening to this podcast, you should be able to: Explain the clinical presentation and treatment for umbilical hernias Define epigastric hernias

In this episode 4th year McGill medical Student, Jennifer He, discusses Meckel’s Diverticulum. After listening to this podcast you should be able to: Define Meckel's diverticulum. Describe the clinic presentation of the disease and its differential diagnoses. Explain the treatment options for the condition.

In this episode Jennifer He, a 4th year medical student from McGill University, discusses Omphalocele. After listening to this podcast you should be able to: Define omphalocele. Understand its pathophysiology. Discuss the clinical presentation and the treatment for the condition.

In this episode 4th year McGill medical Student, Jennifer He, discusses Gastroschisis. After listening to this podcast you should be able to: Define gastroschisis. Understand how gastroschisis presents. Explain the differential diagnosis for gastroschisis. Review treatment options for this condition.

In this episode Chong Li, MS4 from Jacob’s School of Medicine and Biomedical Science of University at Buffalo, will discuss Chronic Venous Insufficiency. After listening to this podcast you should be able to: Understand why CVI is important and how to identify and distinguish from other vascular diseases Explain the pathophysiology and classification of Chronic Venous Insufficiency Describe the typical clinical presentation of CVI Recognize the differential diagnoses and know the treatment options

In this podcast Cardiac Surgeon, Dr. Steven Meyer discusses Valvular Heart Disease. After listening to this podcast you will be able to: Define Valvular Heart Disease Discuss history and physical examination Review investigations Understand when a referral is necessary

In this podcast Dr. Steven Meyer, Cardiac Surgeon at the University of Alberta reviews how to classify Angina and Heart Failure. After listening to this podcast you will be to: Classify Heart failure Classify Angina

In this podcast Dr. Steven Meyer, Cardiac Surgery at the University of Alberta discusses Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting. After listening to this podcast you will be able to: Define Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Discuss the basics of the procedure Review complications and how to break them up into early and late

This week we are joined by Jazmin Valji, a medical student from the University of Alberta, who will be discussing Empyema. After listening to this podcast you should be able to: discuss the etiology describe the clinical presentation review the clinical presentation and physical exam comprehend diagnosis and investigations understand the initial work up and treatment options

In this episode, Dr. Bryce Laing, a Thoracic Surgeon at the University of Alberta reviews the topic of Hemothorax. After listening to this episode, learners should be able to: Define Hemothorax and discuss its physiology Identify complications associated with a Hemothorax List Differential Diagnosis Understand presentation, and what information is important when taking a history and preforming a physical exam Discuss different investigations Review Management of a Hemothorax

In this episode, Dr. Dan O’Connell, an Otolaryngologist – Head and Neck surgeon form the University of Alberta reviews the topic of Deep Neck Space Infections. After listening to this episode, learners should be able to: Understand the anatomy Discuss the physiology and pathophysiology   Identify management options Understand complications associated with deep neck space infections

In this episode, Dr. Dan O’Connell, an Otolaryngologist – Head and Neck surgeon form the University of Alberta discusses Tonsillectomies. After listening to this episode, learners should be able to:  Understand the important functions of the tonsil Discuss indications for tonsillectomy Identify post operative management options Understand complications associated with a tonsillectomy

In this episode Dr. Jessica Clark, An Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery resident at the University of Alberta, will be discussing head and neck cancer. After listening to this podcast you could be able to: discuss the relevant anatomy describe the risk factors review the clinical presentations briefly discuss the initial work up and treatment options

In this podcast, Dr. Andrew Nataraj, a Neurosurgeon at the University of Alberta will describe an approach to the diagnosis and management of spinal tumors. After listening to this podcast you will be able to: Use clinical features and severity of back pain to differentiate between back pain and degenerative disease and that of a tumor. Consider investigations, including when and how each test would be considered. Discuss the indications for surgery or radiation therapy. Understand the differences between metatastic tumors and primary tumors, and why it is important to comprehend.

In today’s Podcast, Dr. Tejas Sankar, Neurosurgeon at the University of Alberta, is going to discuss one of the most important topics in neurosurgery, adult brain tumors. After listening to this podcast you will be able to: Discuss the typical signs and symptoms that we see in patients suffering from brain tumors. These are important because they are often shared in common with other neurological conditions, and recognizing them promptly can lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment. Understand how to confirm the diagnosis of a brain tumor. Talk about a general approach to classifying brain tumors. This is important in helping to sort through the very large number of different brain tumor types. Broadly discuss how adult brain tumors are treated, and what some of the expected outcomes are.

In this episode, University of Alberta Neurosurgeon, Dr. Andrew Nataraj, will review the clinical presentation and approach to management of acute disc herniations in the spine. After listening to this podcast you will be able to: Know the importance of managing an acute disc prolapse Discuss the basic approach to acute disc prolapse, including imaging and referral to surgery Explain the differential diagnosis of the abrupt onset of a Neurological Deficit Describe what Cauda equina syndrome is and how common it occurs Understand management of Cauda equina syndrome Describe differential diagnosis for acute neurological syndromes Review lateral disc herniations