Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss two main causes of hypoxia as well as the utility of the A-a gradient to help determine the underlying etiology. We discuss different methods of oxygen delivery and briefly review etiologies that may cause hypoxia. Our medicine minute discusses the discovery and current controversy regarding pulse oximeters. Epi ... Show More
Sep 27
Not Just Wear & Tear: Approach to Osteoarthritis
Send us Fan MailOsteoarthritis may not just be inevitable wear and tear of a joint. In this episode, we break down osteoarthritis, exploring joint mechanics, clinical presentation, and relevant investigations. Written by Dr. Aarabi Thayaparan (Internal Medicine resident at Queen' ... Show More
13m 22s
Sep 13
Tracing the Leak: An Approach to Proteinuria
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we break down an approach to proteinuria, focusing on the interpretation of the urine dipstick, the urine ACR, and the urine PCR. Written by Dr. Ishmam Bhuiyan (Internal Medicine Resident at UBC). Reviewed by Dr. Teresa Tai (General Internist at R ... Show More
14m 32s
Apr 2020
Episode 1 - Acute Respiratory Failure I: Mechanisms & Pathophysiology
In this, our inaugural episode, we explore common mechanisms underlying acute hypoxemic and hypercapneic respiratory failure. Concepts discussed include the oxygen delivery equation, differentiating hypoxia from hypoxemia, and a discussion of V/Q mismatch and shunts. In the follo ... Show More
36m 36s
May 2023
IBCC Episode 128 - ABG, VBG and Pulse Oximetry
Welcome to the origin story of PULMCRIT! In this episode, we cover how best to practically monitor the balance between oxygenation, oxygen delivery and oxygen consumption. Controversial to say the least. Come take a listen, and learn about the pulsatility index, a space we should ... Show More
36m 10s
Dec 2021
Ventilation; Roadside to Resus
<p>Critically unwell patients often present with inadequate oxygenation and ventilation, in this episode we're going to explore some of the physiology of critical illness, look at how we can improve oxygenation and ventilation, take a look mechanical ventilation and have a think ... Show More
58m 32s