This episode covers the physiology of cortisol and the adrenal axis. Written notes can be found at https://zerotofinals.com/physiology/endocrine/cortisol/ or in the endocrinology section of the 2nd edition of the Zero to Finals Medicine book. The audio in the episode was expertly edited by Harry Watchman.
Jan 2025
Viscerosomatic Reflexes (OMM)
In this episode of Spoonful of Sugar, host Felina Thomas, a medical student at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, tackles one of the most high-yield yet confusing topics for DO students: viscerosomatics. Felina breaks down viscerovisceral, somatovisceral, somatosom ... Show More
17m 30s
Sep 2024
Episode 116: AML Series, Pt. 2 - MDS/AML Diagnosis and Risk Stratification
<p>In this week’s episode, we discuss the diagnostic criteria and risk stratification for myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML), building on our discussion from last week. Also, if you have not done so, please do check out our hemepath series to ensure y ... Show More
31m 56s
Jul 2024
Adverse Childhood Experiences - HPA axis & Brain changes: cortisol, amygdala, hippocampus, cytokines, & epigenetics (Part 3 of ACE series)
In this week’s episode, we continue our series on Adverse Childhood Experiences by delving deeper into the lasting effect of ACEs on the brain and body. We explore the intricate impact of ACEs on the HPA axis, inflammation, and neurobiology, shedding light on their role in variou ... Show More
1h 26m