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How to identify normal lung anatomy on chest CT

In this video, we'll cover lung anatomy inside-out, key things to look out for that indicate disease, and how a sharp pencil can help you figure out if the bronchial wall is compromised.
6th Aug 2021 • 3m read

When to use intravenous contrast for chest CT

In this video, we'll explore the three scenarios where IV contrast is necessary, the three phases of scanning with contrast, and the one thing you should never do when scanning.
6th Aug 2021 • 3m read

How the Personalization Principle can boost the effectiveness of your teaching

In this video, we'll look at the 5 key rules that all medical teachers should follow (yet don't) and why this one tiny tweak will keep learners hanging onto your every word.
22nd Jul 2021 • 4m read

Studies on the Redundancy Principle and how it inhibits learning

In this video, from our Teaching Masterclass: The Psychology of Learning course, we're going to look at a couple of super interesting experiments demonstrating this principle, and a handy rule of thumb that'll improve the quality of your teaching by 1000x.
22nd Jul 2021 • 4m read

How the Redundancy Principle inhibits learning

Bullet points are one of the worst teaching sins you can commit in a presentation. Why? It's an example of the Redundancy Principle in action. In this video, you'll discover what this Principle means and why most medical presentations are actually anti-learning as a result.
22nd Jul 2021 • 4m read

The role of working memory in learning

In this video, you'll learn about the role of cognitive load in learning theory and the energy-consuming processing steps that MUST happen for you to learn efficiently.
20th Jul 2021 • 5m read

Dermatology 101: diagnosing a transient rash as urticaria

In this video, you'll learn strategies to recognize and treat this condition and how to make sure you don't confuse it with more serious conditions.
1st Jul 2021 • 2m read

Dermatology 101: recognizing eczema

In this video, you'll discover the telltale signs of eczema, why it can sometimes be difficult to diagnose, and important clues that will lead you to the right diagnosis every single time.
1st Jul 2021 • 5m read

Analyzing pericardial fluid (pericardial effusion analysis)

Testing done on pericardial fluid will not usually tell you whether a pericardial effusion is transudative or exudative, because this has little diagnostic value. In this video, you'll find out why that's the case and how to determine the cause of a pericardial effusion so you can take next steps.
28th Jun 2021 • 2m read

Analyzing the chemical composition of cerebrospinal fluid

In this video, you'll discover the CSF protein and glucose concentrations that spell trouble for your patient, the simple glucose calculation mistake that can cost you a diagnosis, and the little known test that will tell you whether meningitis is bacterial or viral. 
24th Jun 2021 • 3m read