Category: Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Pancreatitis
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Today, let’s focus on USMLE Step 1, with a question on acute pancreatitis. Can you recommend the appropriate diagnostic investigations, interpret the findings to establish a diagnosis, and describe the essential treatment options? Are you able to recall and recognize the clinical features and complications associated with this condition? Sharpen…
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Serum potassium
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Prepare for your USMLE Step 2 CK with a question focusing on hypokalemia in adults. Can you formulate and prioritize a differential diagnosis for a patient presenting with hypokalemia, and identify the additional tests needed to confirm your diagnoses? Enhance your clinical reasoning skills with this important assessment. A 26-year-old…
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How to Collaborate with Your Psychiatry Attending
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Welcome to your new psychiatry clerkship! To help you thrive during your clinical rotations, we’re sharing practical, hands-on advice from experienced medical professionals to help you make the most of your psychiatry rotation. We’ve compiled a quick psychiatry clerkship guide to help you seamlessly navigate your psychiatry rotation. The Fundamentals of…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Cardiac catheterization
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Prepare for your USMLE Step 1 with a question focusing on Eisenmenger syndrome. Can you summarize the pathophysiology of this condition and recognize its key clinical features? Sharpen your understanding of this critical cardiovascular topic! A 25-year-old man is referred to a cardiologist for evaluation for intermittent cyanosis and exercise…
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Ear pain
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Just in time with a new USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day! Today’s case involves a 3-year-old boy with ear pain in his right ear along with a cough and nasal congestion. The patient is on high-dose amoxicillin and acetaminophen, but returns 48 hours later for reassessment. What’s the…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Viral hepatitis
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Prepare for the USMLE Step 1 exam with this detailed question about a 28-year-old woman experiencing severe abdominal pain and jaundice after returning from a trip to Southeast Asia. What family of viruses causes patchy necrosis of the liver? Test your knowledge and deepen your understanding of viral infections. A…
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Dispelling Disability Myths: Helpful Insights for Aspiring Healthcare Professionals
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According to the CDC, approximately one in four US adults will experience a disability at some point in their lives. Despite how common disability is, people with disabilities face ongoing misconceptions and biases that contribute to existing disparities in healthcare access and quality. It’s crucial to address and dispel these…
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: LARC
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A young woman considering permanent contraception expresses uncertainty and wants to explore LARCs first. Understand why full informed consent is essential before sterilization.
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Understanding Substance Use Disorder: A helpful guide for health professionals
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Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a health condition involving a patient’s uncontrolled use of a substance, such as alcohol, drugs, and medications, that affects an individual’s daily life by impairing their physical and mental health, along with social functioning. There are about 20 million people in the US (approximately 6% of the total…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Histologic analysis
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Prepare for the USMLE Step 1 exam with this detailed question about a 57-year-old woman with malaise and intermittent fevers over the past several weeks. Can you correctly identify which of the following findings is most likely to be demonstrated on histologic analysis? A 57-year-old woman presents to her primary care…
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A Quick Reference Guide to Male Reproductive Health Disorders
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Despite the importance of reproductive health in relation to overall well-being, many people avoid discussing it due to stigma, cultural norms, fear of judgment, lack of awareness, privacy concerns, and apprehension about medical intervention. Yet several reproductive health conditions significantly impact not only a male patient’s physical health but also…
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Top Ten Health Conditions That Are Easily Misdiagnosed
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An accurate diagnosis is the cornerstone of medicine and the basis for any treatment. Nonetheless, a misdiagnosis can happen to any clinician due to a variety of issues, including overlapping symptoms or referencing an incomplete medical history. Let’s look at a quick case study to consider the challenges and potential…
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A Quick Mental Health Treatment Guide for Clinicians: Classic Psychotherapies
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When contemplating the concept of psychotherapy, it’s not uncommon to conjure up images of a grand office space adorned with an extravagant leather sofa, where a patient reclines while reflecting on past childhood experiences. While this depiction may be prevalent in pop culture, it’s essential to recognize that psychotherapy includes…
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How to Study Anatomy: Effectively Proven Strategies for Faster Learning
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Unlock effective anatomy study strategies with tips on identifying your learning style, using mnemonics and visuals, managing study sessions, and boosting retention through group work.
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Blurry vision
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Test your knowledge with a USMLE Step 1 question on a patient with progressive blurred vision and muscle weakness linked to a mediastinal mass. Which neuromuscular structure is affected?
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Arthrocentesis
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Review a clinical case of knee swelling and pain with synovial fluid results. Can you identify the most likely diagnosis and differentiate it from other arthritic conditions?
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A Quick Reference Guide to Common Conditions Related to Sexual Health, Part 2: Viruses
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Understand the importance of sexual health with our quick reference guide to common viral infections. This article covers critical conditions such as HIV, Hepatitis B, and Herpes Simplex Virus, detailing their symptoms, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies. Equip yourself with knowledge to promote better health outcomes and foster open conversations…
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Social Determinants of Health: Social and Community Context
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Learn about the vital role of education in health outcomes, the challenges of educational disparities, and strategies to promote equitable access.
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: High blood pressure
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Prepare for your USMLE Step 2 with this case: A 55-year-old woman presents with stage 1 hypertension and occasional headaches. Her 24-hour blood pressure monitoring and low ASCVD risk score point to a critical next step in management.A 55-year-old woman presents to her primary care physician for a follow-up appointment…
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Leukocytosis
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Prepare for the USMLE Step 2 with a case of a 45-year-old woman presenting with right upper quadrant pain, fever, and a history of biliary colic. Learn how to identify key physical exam findings, such as a positive Murphy’s sign, that suggest acute cholecystitis, a common complication of gallstones.A 45-year-old…
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The Mindful Health Professional: Techniques for Effectively Communicating with Patients
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Explore mindfulness techniques and learn how to improve emotional regulation, patient-provider relationships, and clinical outcomes from psychiatrist and professor emeritus Frank John Ninivaggi, M.D., DLF-APA.
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Understanding Personality Disorders: A helpful guide for health professionals
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Explore key features and challenges of personality disorders, including diagnostic criteria and treatment strategies, to enhance clinical understanding and patient care.
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Somatostatin analog
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Test your knowledge with this USMLE Step 1 Question of the Day! A 50-year-old woman presents with daily diarrhea, skin flushing, and shortness of breath. She is treated with a somatostatin analog. Which medication was provided? A 50-year-old woman comes to the physician to evaluate diarrhea and skin flushing. The…
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How to Pay for Medical, Nursing, or Health Care Training Programs
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Facing the rising costs of medical or nursing education? Learn about scholarships, grants, federal and private loans, and budgeting strategies to finance your healthcare training.
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Understanding PTSD: A helpful guide for health professionals
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Approximately 6% of US adults develop Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) during their lifetime. A sometimes debilitating mental health condition that develops after someone has experienced or witnessed a terrifying, dangerous, or shocking event, PTSD symptoms generally persist for more than one month and include reliving the traumatic event, avoidance of reminders of the experience, and…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Inheritance patterns
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Test your knowledge with this USMLE Step 1 Question of the Day. A 3-year-old boy is brought to the office due to difficulty keeping up with other children at daycare. The physical examination reveals enlarged calves, and a genetic condition is suspected. Review the patient’s family pedigree and determine the…
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Social Determinants of Health: Economic Stability
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Learn about the impact of economic stability on health, the challenges faced by underserved populations, and strategies to improve healthcare access and equity.
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Mycolic acid
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Test your knowledge with this USMLE Step 2 Question of the Day. A 37-year-old man with a history of hypertension and frequent travel to tuberculosis-endemic regions presents for a routine visit. He has no symptoms, but his tuberculin skin test and interferon-gamma assay are positive. The patient is initiated on…
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A Quick Reference Guide to Common Conditions Related to Sexual Health, Part 1: Bacterial Infections
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Understanding bacterial infections is essential for maintaining sexual health and overall well-being. This quick reference guide covers common conditions such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, detailing their symptoms, diagnostic approaches, and effective treatment strategies. Equip yourself with the knowledge to promote better health outcomes and engage in informed conversations about…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Quadruple test
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A pregnant patient’s quadruple test shows abnormal markers. Which fetal condition is most likely associated with these results?