Year: 2022

A mnemonic for triggers that raise ammonia production or reduce ammonia metabolism and excretion..

Tips regarding IV contrast imaging for patients on Dialysis

Are 5% prescription-only Lidocaine patches worth it when 4% Lidocaine patches are available for cheaper & OTC ?

A fun little quiz to get you thinking...again 😁

Finding the culprit triggering CHF exacerbation not only helps prevent recurrence but also may uncover other medical issues...

When it comes to dosing any pharmaceutical drugs, I like to follow a Buddhist principle : Walk the middle way…

Guess some causes of dyspnea in these patients with normal lung sounds and normal Chest xray !

Undiagnosed sleep apnea can create dangerous respiratory & cardiac issues after surgery

This effect isn't as well known & hence not always exploited clinically

Overdoses - Intentional, accidental including accidentally in the hospital - are common

Fancy a game of scrabble while studying ?

A mnemonic for healthcare professionals to recall steps to treat renal colic and improve changes for natural passage of kidney…

Besides being a cosmetic nuisance, they have a clinical significance....

The interesting paradox of Iron pills & Iron absorption...

The 'CIWA' for hangover control

In modern medicine it's reflexive for a provider to prescribe meds for constipation, while natural interventions are often omitted...

Have you seen Dr. Lecter's terrible evisceration scene from the Hannibal movie ?

A curious thing I noticed over my hospitalist years is leukocytosis BEFORE C.Diff symptoms