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An 18-y/o college freshman presents with increased social anxiety. He wants to make friends but is afraid of being rejected. What's his diagnosis? Links: Full Episode Blog Post BoardVitals Meded Media Follow us on Instagram @mike.natter and @medicalschoolhq 

A 36-y/o male presents to the hospital because he fears his heart may be "skipping a beat." His workup and history are normal, so what's causing his symptoms? Links: Full Episode Blog Post BoardVitals Meded Media Follow us on Instagram @mike.natter and @medicalschoolhq 

A 15-year-old boy has a history of torturing and killing animals. He has also exhibited violent behavior towards other students at school. What's his diagnosis? Links: Full Episode Blog Post BoardVitals (Use the promo code BOARDROUNDS to save 15% off.) Meded Media The Premed Year ... Show More

Dr. Carrie Swetlik discusses the diagnosis of hereditary optic neuropathy. This episode is brought to you by Mass General Brigham Department of Neurology, please visit us at www.massgeneralbrigham.org. 

After listening to this first episode, learners will be able to: Describe the basic anatomy and physiology of nerves. Describe what Wallerian degeneration is and provide the basics of peripheral nerve regeneration. Describe a basic approach to history taking after a peripheral ne ... Show More

The Autonomic Nervous system acts primarily unconsciously. It's components include the Parasympathetic Nervous System (PNS), the Sympathetic Nervous System and the Enteric Nervous System. In today's episode, we discuss all things regarding the Parasympathetic Nervous System. The ... Show More

In this episode I cover facial nerve palsy. If you want to follow along with written notes on facial nerve palsy go to https://zerotofinals.com/medicine/neurology/facialnervepalsy/ or the neurology section in the Zero to Finals medicine book. This episode covers pathophysiology, ... Show More

In this episode I cover hormonal axis physiology as part of an introduction to the pathophysiology of endocrine conditions. If you want to follow along with written notes on arrhythmias go to zerotofinals.com/endocrinology/physiology/ or find the endocrinology section in the Zero ... Show More

In this episode, we begin the Musculoskeletal/Rheumatology chapter by covering: - Upper and Lower Extremity Anatomy - Brachial Plexus Syndromes - Peripheral Nerve Lesions of the Upper and Lower Extremities - Joints - Pathology (Neuromuscular Junction Disorders, Muscular Dystrophy ... Show More

The central nervous system (CNS) comprising the brain and spinal cord is an incredibly complex part of the human body, so it is no surprise that sometimes things go awry during development. The various anatomic anomalies that result can be so severe as to be incompatible with lif ... Show More

In part five of this six-part series, Dr. Tesha Monteith talks about remote electrical neuromodulation. Show reference: https://practicalneurology.com/articles/2024-may-june/update-on-noninvasive-neuromodulation-devices-for-headache-treatment This podcast is sponsored by argenx. ... Show More

Shaking and numbness and sweat, oh my! What do we call it when what we fear is fear itself? None other than the little-known, but hugely important concept of anxiety sensitivity. This week, Savvy Psychologist Dr. Ellen Hendriksen explains what it is and offers 3 tips to take it d ... Show More