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BS Medicine Podcast

Hosted by James McCormack and Mike Allan

These podcasts promote healthy skepticism and critical thinking, with the majority presented in a case-based format.

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Episode 601: Gabapentinoids for fibromyalgia – do they ease the pain?

In episode 601, James and Mike invite Jennifer Young back to the podcast to go over all the evidence we have for pregabalin and gabapentin in patients with fibromyalgia. During the discussion we find out how many people actually get a ≥30% reduction in pain compared to placebo. We even look at some information about […]...

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Episode 4: Learn about the wonder treatment that improves almost every disease and makes clinicians happier?

Show notes THE CASE Dr P works in a busy inner-city practice. One day a cancer patient bemoans the fact that she “never sees the same doctor twice” at the hospital, and asks “can I see you again doctor, you have been so helpful and understanding today?” Like many practices Dr P’s workplace uses a […]...

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Episode 600: Exercise for Parkinson’s Disease: More movement = Better movement?

In episode 600, James and Mike invite Jamie Falk back to the podcast again and we talk about if exercise helps movement in Parkinson’s disease. You might be surprised by the size of the effect so have a listen and get all the evidence and numbers you need. Show Notes Tools For Practice Exercise for […]...

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Episode 3: How clinicians can manage their anxiety about litigation complaints and become more contented

Show notes THE CASE M is a hard-working clinician in primary care aiming for high professional standards; they passed all their exams at medical school and post grad training, and continue to engage in regular CPD. To their surprise, medicine in practice seems to get more and more difficult as time goes on. Many patients […]...

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Episode 599: A single dose for treating yeast infections?

In episode 599, James and Mike invite Roni Kraut to the podcast for the first time to talk about a common problem that has a simple answer. What route and/or duration of antifungals is needed when treating uncomplicated vulvovaginal candidiasis in non-pregnant women. Tune in to find out all the simple details. Show Notes Tools […]...

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