Divine Intervention Episode 464: Cardiovascular Parameters (for Step 1-3)

Cardiovascular parameters have a way of showing up on pretty much every USMLE exam. In this super HY podcast, I use scenarios and logical thought processes to introduce cardiac output, stroke volume, vascular resistance, systolic and diastolic pressures, pulse pressures, etc. I discuss so many scenarios and make integrations that should help you get your thinking straight on these topics. I also end with a life lesson on the dangers of multitasking.

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Divine Intervention Episode 463: Suicide In Medicine

Many medical students, residents, and practicing physicians commit suicide every single week. The goal of this podcast is to raise awareness concerning this issue, discuss causes/situations that drive people to commit suicide, and discuss practical approaches to deal with the problem. Please support those around you. If you’re thinking of ending your life, remember there is hope. Call 988.

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Divine Intervention Episode 461: Floridly HY Antibiotic Review for Step 1-3 (Part 2, final)

In this second and final part of our antibiotic review, I delve deep into other HY, classically tested antibiotics. Please I beg you, listen to Ep 460 and 461 before you take your exams. You will get many questions right from these 2 podcasts. This is easily one of the highest yield things I have ever made. A word is enough for the wise.

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Divine Intervention Episode 457: Horner’s Syndrome (a USMLE perspective)

Horner’s syndrome is very commonly tested on the USMLE exams. There are however some antecedents that are not commonly emphasized that could help one pin down the exact location of the lesion. In this short podcast, I explain these in detail so you have a true understanding of the different ways this simple topic can be tested.

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Divine Intervention Episode 455: The HY Autosomal Dominant Disorders Podcast (for Step 1-3)

This podcast is incredibly HY. You will see a lot of this stuff on your exams. Enough said!

Small correction around minute 20. Meningiomas are rarely associated with NF1. They are more commonly associated with NF2 (which is AD, is on Cr 22, and is also associated with ependymomas and acoustic neuromas which we also call schwannomas)

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