Spoonful of Medicine
Spoonful of Medicine is a Paediatric Medical Podcast hosted by Dr Nim Aithal (Paediatric Advanced Trainee). We aim to help you improve your paediatric knowledge one spoonful at a time! With fortnightly episodes, and occasional mini-sodes, you'll be able to build your knowledge and feel more comfortable working with the little humans we care for.
Find us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine
Contact us at spoonfulofmedicinepodcast@gmail.com.
Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.
Spoonful of Medicine Podcast © 2022 by Nimisha Aithal is licensed under Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 International. To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
Episodes
81 episodes
S4 - Episode 18 - [Article Read] - Why is it so hard to take a break in Medicine?
Medicine is tiring and this whole doctor-ing thing can be exhausting. So why when we need to take time out is it so hard to do so? I took time off training last year, and had a lot to ponder about. So, listen as I read my article originally wri...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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10:13
S4 - Episode 17 - Allergic Rhinitis - A Funny Runny Naughty Nose
Join as Nim dives nose-first into the sneezy, sniffly world of allergic rhinitis — that all-too-familiar combo of itchy eyes, runny nose, and a whole lot of achoo-ing! Listen on as she unpacks what’s happening inside those inflamed ...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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26:09
S4 - Episode 16 - Eczema - Here come Itchy and Scratchy! [Guest: Dr Nicola Bobeldyk]
In this episode of A Spoonful of Medicine, we chat with fellow Paediatric AT Dr Nicola Bobeldyk about eczema in children. We cover presentation, triggers, superinfection, and both acute and everyday management, sharing practical pearls...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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28:09
S4 - Episode 15 - Food Allergies - When the immune system goes nuts! [Guest: Dr Brandon Lo]
It's time to learn all about food allergies!! Nim is joined by fellow Paediatric AT (and proud EpiPen carrier) Dr Brandon Lo to unpack food allergies in children. This episode is jam-packed covering epidemiology, presentation, diagnosis, manage...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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38:39
S4 - Episode 14 - [Article Read] - What Junior Doctors think about General Practice
Australia needs more GPs, they are the true generalists, and are the cornerstone of our healthcare system. So, why aren't more people going into GP? Another Article episode, this time exploring the barriers that exist that prevent junior doctor...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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10:04
S4 - Episode 13 - Cow's Milk Protein Intolerance (CMPI) - Udderly Legen-Dairy
Listen on to learn all about CMPI, a common condition that you will encounter no matter where you work in paediatrics. We go through what it is, how it presents, how to diagnose it and how it is managed. So what are you waiting for? Let's Moooo...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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18:36
S4 - Episode 12 - [Article Read] - Unaccredited Registrars
This episode another Article Read. Many of the doctors working in the health system are what we call "Unaccredited Registrars", and the challenges they face can be tough. Listen as Nim reads her article originally written and published in AusDo...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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11:52
S4 - Episode 11 - RSV - Oh so very virulent
Listen along to learn about the updates to RSV vaccination as they pertain to pregnant people and babies. Find out who is eligible, how it works, why it is helpful and what the evidence is telling us (SPOILER: It is really beneficial!). This is...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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18:13
S4 - Episode 10 - [Article Read] - The Cost of Medicine
This episode is a little different from the others. With the recent protests by doctors in NSW, and the discussions about Medicare and the reimbursements for doctors, it seemed like an apt time to re-examine what the cost of being a doctor is. ...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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18:46
S4 - Episode 9 - Short Stature - What's Up Shawty?
This episode looks at something that’s commonly brought up in clinics and can feel deceptively simple yet confusing: short stature. Join Nim as she discusses how to approach the assessment, when to suspect an underlying issue...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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28:17
S4 - Episode 8 - SIADH, DI and CSW - A Tricky Trio
This episode tackles a trio of tricky but important conditions: Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH), Diabetes Insipidus (DI) and Cerebral Salt Wasting (CSW).They can look similar on paper, but are diff...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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28:31
S4 - Episode 7 - Beta Thalassemia - Bye Bye Beta Globin
In this episode we focus on BETA THALESSEMIA. We break down the presentation, genetics, pathophysiology and clinical presentation. We then explore the management and prognosis.Whether you’re a healthcare professional, student, or someone...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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20:21
S4 - Episode 6 - Alpha Thalassemia - Got no As to my Bs
In the following 2 episodes we are taking a look at Thalassemias. In this episode we focus on ALPHA THALESSEMIA. We break down the presentation, genetics, pathophysiology and clinical presentation. Whether you're a healthcare profes...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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21:39
S4 - Episode 5 - Infantile Spasms - Oh Baby Baby
Listen on as Nim discusses the topic of Infantile Spasms. Learn about what they are, why we get worried about them, how to work up a patient with IS and what the treatment and prognosis for those with it.
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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20:50
S4 - Episode 4 - Tick Paralysis - A Tricky Tick-y
After seeing an interesting case, Nim shares all she learnt about Tick Paralysis. She covers presentation, investigations, pathophysiology and management, and ties them all together with a clinical scenario!
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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22:45
S4 - Episode 3 - The RACP Short Case (Revision Revisited)
By popular demand, in the first 3 episodes of the year we are revisiting the RACP Exam series. In Episode 3 of 3, join me and Dr Kriscara (now a Paediatric Renal Fellow) as we discuss how we approached the preparation towards the RACP Short Cas...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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29:13
S4 - Episode 2 - The RACP Long Case (Revision Revisited)
By popular demand, in the first 3 episodes of the year we are revisiting the RACP Exam series. In Episode 2, join me and Dr Kriscara (now a Paediatric Renal Fellow) as we discuss how we approached the lead up to the RACP Long Case Clinical exam...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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29:18
S4 - Episode 1 - The RACP Written Exam (Revision Revisited)
By popular demand, in the first 3 episodes of the year we are revisiting the RACP Exam series. In Episode 1, join me and Dr Kriscara (now a Paediatric Renal Fellow) as we discuss how we approached the lead up to the RACP written examination. Af...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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24:32
S3 - Episode 12 - Sickle Cell Disease - Crispy Cresent RBCs
In this episode, we’re focusing on Sickle Cell Disease, a genetic blood disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. We discuss the science behind the condition, complications that arise, and treatment options that patients have. It is a...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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26:11
S3 - Episode 11 - Osteogenesis Imperfecta - Little Brittle Breaking Bones
In this episode we are learning all about Osteogenesis Imperfecta—AKA "brittle bone disease." First, we explore its genetics and clinical features. Then, we’ll break down the management and prognosis. Tune in to get the scoop on this rare but i...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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18:35
S3 - Episode 10 - Blood Gas Interpretation - The BFG of Investigations
In this episode, we break down the art of blood gas interpretation into 4 simple steps! So join in for a high yield and insightful chat into understanding the parameters on a gas and how to make sense of those tricky compensation patterns. By t...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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18:43
S3 - Episode 9 - Neonatal Scalp Swellings - Baby's got a bump
In this episode, we explore neonatal scalp swellings including common causes like caput succedaneum, subgaleal haematoma, and cephalohematoma. Learn how to differentiate between these conditions, understand risk factors, and gain an understandi...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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16:19
S3 - Episode 8 - Kawasaki Disease PART 2 - Caring about the Coronaries
Join Nim for Part 2 of 2 about Kawasaki Disease. In this episode, we discuss the management approach to Kawasaki Disease, what medications we use and why, the complications, and the follow-up for a child after an episode of Kawasaki's. This epi...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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19:51
S3 - Episode 7 - Kawasaki Disease PART 1 - Crash and Burn
Join Nim for Part 1 of 2 about Kawasaki Disease. In this episode, we explore what Kawasaki Disease is, its presentation and diagnosis, the differentials, and the initial investigations in its workup. Whether you’re a clinician or a student, thi...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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23:31
S3 - Episode 6 - An Approach to The Sick Child - Don't be Scared
Whether you're a seasoned clinician or a healthcare student, understanding how to approach a sick child is crucial. So, join Nim as she breaks down the key steps in the initial assessment, highlights common pitfalls and shares some clinical pea...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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