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Jan 2025
17m 30s

Viscerosomatic Reflexes (OMM)

Ria Mulherkar
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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, somatosomatic, and viscerosomatic reflexes with relatable examples and clinical vignettes to help you prepare for COMLEX exams. From understanding reflex definitions to reviewing key viscerosomatic levels and their clinical implications, this episode is packed with practical tips and mnemonics to simplify your studies. Tune in for a rapid-fire review and actionable strategies to master this challenging topic!

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