LFTs show up in one way or the other on practically every USMLE exam. In this podcast, I lay a solid foundation and use numerous vignettes and conceptual integrations to help you understand the material. This should help tremendously with these questions on test day. I delve into some concepts that are not found in many resources but occasionally show up on the test. Another recommended podcast in this series is Ep 257 on bilirubin. Email me via the website if you would love to join the USMLE classes taking place this week.
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Divine Intervention Episode 502: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 109
In this podcast, I discuss a host of high yield material from many disciplines that show up on the USMLEs. I also spend time on some basic science details revolving around the immune system that are Step 2/3 worthy. I end with a life lesson on “moving on”.
Divine Intervention Episode 500: USMLE Rapid Review Series 108 (For Step 1-3)
Since this is the 500th episode, I decided to make a super HY review that will benefit any USMLE or COMLEX test taker (Step 1-3 or COMLEX 1-3). I spend tons of time on cardiac pressures and make lots of integrations across multiple disciplines. Thank you for your support so far with the website and I wish you a happy new year. Email me if you’re interested in any of the January review classes. On to episode 501!
Divine Intervention Episode 496: Aortic regurgitation and some USMLE integrations
Understanding the hemodynamic consequences and cardiovascular parameters in aortic regurgitation is a tough pill to swallow for many people. In this short podcast, I address this question and also make common NBME integrations with this topic (like cardiac output, pulse pressures, systemic pressures, renin-angiotensin-system, etc). I explain all the pathophysiology step by step so you can truly understand what’s going on.
Divine Intervention Episode 495: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 107
In this podcast, I go over a plethora of HY concepts with a huge focus on cirrhosis and it’s multiple integrations. I also spend some time giving a bird’s eye view into how the USMLEs love to test information these days.
Divine Intervention Episode 494: Thalassemia and the USMLEs
Thalassemias are very frequently tested on the USMLE exams. In this podcast, I help you understand everything about thalassemias so you’re not stuck mindlessly memorizing details. Definitely helpful for Step 1-3. I also discuss a bunch of mechanistic things that may help you understand some concepts in cardiology.
Divine Intervention Episode 493: The Super Clutch Infertility Podcast (for Step 1-3)
Infertility is tested heavily on Step 1-3. This short but floridly HY podcast addresses it from so many dimensions that are utilized on the USMLEs. Make sure you listen to this before your test.
Divine Intervention Episode 492: The Clutch Septic Joint Podcast
Joint infections are tested very frequently on all the USMLE exams. What do you need to know? This podcast addresses this specific question.
Divine Intervention Episode 491: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 106
In this HY podcast, I discuss a host of oncologic problems and how they are tested on the USMLEs. I discuss classic presentations and NOVEL presentations that are not always present in many resources. I end with a life lesson on doing things at the right time.
Divine Intervention Episode 490: The Clutch TEE Podcast
When do I get a TEE instead of a TTE is an age old question asked by many medical students while being heavily tested on all the USMLE exams. In this short podcast, I examine exactly what you need to know to get those pesky questions right. I also end with a short life lesson at the end.
