Best Mel Herbert Podcasts (2025)

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Antidepressants Toxicity 19:09

1d ago19:09

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YouTube Link Dr. Sean Nordt delivers a comprehensive pharmacology lecture on antidepressants, their mechanisms, and the management of toxicity cases in emergency settings. The board-certified emergency physician, pharmacologist, and toxicologist walks through the complex pharmacology of psychiatric medications, focusing on their potentially deadly …

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Household Poison Pearls 3:27

15d ago3:27

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YouTube Link Updates on the Invictus medical review courses with "baby Invictus" for oral exams coming soon and a comprehensive border review course in development. Dr. Sean Nort shares vital insights on common household ingestions, challenging assumptions about what substances actually pose dangers to children. • Household bleach (3% sodium hypoch…

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Vaccines in the ER: A Public Health Frontier 15:07

15d ago15:07

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Send us a text Dr. Rob Rodriguez, MD Professor of Medicine Associate Dean of Clinical & Population Health Research University of California Riverside School of Medicine The MMWR Article Discusses his groundbreaking study examining vaccination screening in emergency departments across America. The research reveals a critical public health opportunit…

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August Updates and Book Suggestion! 4:52

30d ago4:52

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Send us a text Mel give some updates and his book selection for this summer! Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green Invictus.Reviews landing Page is live. Support the showBy Mel Herbert for FoolyBoo Inc

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Necrotizing Infections For Exams 6:50

1M ago6:50

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YouTube Link Dr. Mel Herbert provides a crucial update on the Invictus Board Review program alongside critical pearls for identifying and managing deadly necrotizing infections. These rapidly progressing infections require immediate recognition, prompt treatment, and surgical intervention to prevent death from these tissue-destroying processes. • N…

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Healthcare's Frontline Heroes Need Help Too 29:44

1M ago29:44

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Send us a text This is a reproduction of the Caring Greatly Podcast. The 100th episode and the interviewer Liz Boehm. Dr. Mel Herbert, emergency physician, educator and medical consultant for the hit TV drama "The Pit," shares how the show portrays the realities of emergency medicine and healthcare's biggest challenges. The conversation reveals how…

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Trach Emergencies 17:50

2M ago17:50

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YouTube Link Tracheostomy and laryngectomy emergencies demand specific knowledge and immediate action to prevent devastating complications. Jess Mason delivers critical pearls on managing occluded, dislodged, and bleeding tracheostomies that are essential for both board exams and clinical practice. • Cuffed tracheostomies have a pilot balloon and a…

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Pediatric Status Epilepticus: A Primer 12:47

2M ago12:47

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YouTube Link Status epilepticus has been redefined from 30 minutes to just 5 minutes of continuous seizure activity, aligning better with current treatment approaches that emphasize early intervention. This includes recognizing non-convulsive status, which often presents as a prolonged postictal state with subtle eye movements or gaze deviation. • …

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Unfunded Mandates: How ER Docs Bear the Cost of America's Healthcare Crisis 19:11

2M ago19:11

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Send us a text Dr Gillian Schmitz former ACEP president and current vice chair of education at Naval Medical Center San Diego, examines emergency medicine's financial crisis and its consequences. She identifies the fundamental contradiction in how America treats emergency care as a universal right while funding it as a privilege, creating an unsust…

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A kid with a rash, again :) 4:44

2M ago4:44

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YouTube Link Staph Scalded Skin Syndrome presents with terrifying skin desquamation but typically heals without scarring within two weeks. This case demonstrates the classic presentation in a three-year-old child with recent URI, highlighting the typical appearance, clinical course, and management principles. • Staph Scalded Skin Syndrome results f…

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A fever and a Rash 5:45

3M ago5:45

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YouTube Link Try and guess before reading the summary. Stevens-Johnson Syndrome presents a critical dermatological emergency characterized by mucosal lesions and diffuse rash with high mortality if untreated. Recognizing this condition requires understanding its presentation, pathophysiology, and immediate management strategies to improve patient o…

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Navigating Pregnancy Complications: A Sneak Peek 9:56

3M ago9:56

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YouTube Link Britt Guest's lecture on pregnancy complications with expert emphasis from Matt Delaney. This preview focuses on differentiating normal pregnancy nausea from hyperemesis gravidarum while demonstrating effective board exam question strategies. • Normal pregnancy nausea can be managed with pyridoxine (B6), doxalamine, ondansetron, ginger…

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The Real Crisis in the ER: Systemic Dysfunction vs Financial Concerns 38:46

3M ago38:46

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Send us a text The ACEP and RAND Study Interview with David Schriger, Peter Viccellio, and Al Sacchetti, MD's Four decades of emergency medicine experience reveals how the specialty continues to normalize dysfunction while failing to articulate what emergency care should look like. Veterans explore solutions to the systemic problems that have kept …

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S9E5: Colorado Street Bridge | Pasadena, CA 35:45

3M ago35:45

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Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide, including real-life incidents and urban legends. Listener discretion is advised. Step into the chilling shadows of Pasadena’s Colorado Street Bridge—infamously known as “Suicide Bridge”—in this haunting episode of The Scarecast. Mike explores the bridge’s tragic legacy, from its constru…

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Rubella In Question Form 10:16

3M ago10:16

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Link to CXR Fundamentals Series on EM:RAP We explore Rubella (German measles or three-day measles), a disease that remains clinically relevant despite being considered nearly eradicated in the US due to vaccination. • Congenital rubella syndrome can cause severe complications including cataracts, cardiac abnormalities, growth restriction, and heari…

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S9E4: Inglewood Horror Stories (Inglewood Park Cemetery, Airport Park View Hotel, and Centinela Park) 42:23

4M ago42:23

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On this episode of The Scarecast, we’re diving deep into the haunted heart of Inglewood, California - a city where the past lingers in the shadows and every landmark seems to have a story to tell. In this episode, we’ll unravel chilling tales from three of Inglewood’s most infamous sites: Inglewood Park Cemetery, the old Airport Park View Hotel (no…

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Understanding Pneumomediastinum: When Air Escapes into Potential Spaces 6:39

4M ago6:39

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YouTube Link The Invictus curriculum continues to expand with new lectures, emphasized content, transcripts, and multiple-choice questions, with Matt Delaney now helping with development. We explore pneumomediastinum and pneumopericardium through a simple balloon analogy: two lungs squishing around the heart where air can leak into potential spaces…

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S9E3 - 9 TRUE Scary Stories: I Have A Ghost Story... 32:18

4M ago32:18

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Season 9, Episode 3 of The Scarecast Podcast delivers nine chilling true stories that defy explanation and blur the line between the natural and supernatural. Listeners will hear a haunting account from a caregiver about a resident whose deceased husband’s ghost was seen locked in a basement, a terrifying encounter with a massive, two-legged wolf-l…

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Physician, Heal Thyself (Without Losing Your License) 22:56

4M ago22:56

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Send us a text The Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation works to eliminate barriers to mental health access and improve work environments for healthcare workers, following the tragic suicide of Dr. Lorna Breen during the first COVID wave. A interview with CEO Stephanie Simmons Links: ALL IN for Mental Health: https://drlornabreen.org/allinformentalhea…

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How to Never Miss an Elbow Fracture Again: A Radiographic Roadmap 15:20

4M ago15:20

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Link to YouTube Video We explore the essential techniques for accurately interpreting elbow X-rays, focusing on key lines, fat pad signs, and common fracture patterns that help reveal hidden injuries. • Standard elbow series includes AP, lateral, and oblique views, with the lateral being the most critical "money shot" • Two essential lines to draw:…

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The Nocturnists Present: Inside 'The Pit': Medicine's Most Authentic TV Drama 53:42

5M ago53:42

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Send us a text The Nocturnists Podcast with Emily Silverman, MD The HBO Max series "The Pit" has struck a chord with healthcare professionals unlike any medical drama before it. What makes this show so different? Why are doctors and nurses messaging each other saying, "You have to watch this—they finally got it right"? In this special bonus episode…

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S9E2 - 5 TRUE Scary Stories: Have You Encountered the Dogman? 35:23

5M ago35:23

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After a brief hiatus, The Scarecast returns with a chilling new episode, Season 9 Episode 2, packed with true stories that will keep you up at night. Mike is back from the chaos of busy season in public accounting and ready to deliver a fresh batch of spine-tingling tales for all the loyal listeners who stuck around during the break. This episode f…

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Burnout and Coaching with Scott Weingart 35:09

5M ago35:09

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Send us a text Link to scott course: https://guidewirecoaching.com/unburnable/ Scott Weingart shares his experiences developing physician executive coaching to help emergency physicians find meaning and purpose despite a broken healthcare system. • Burnout often stems from negative inner voice rather than external circumstances • Cognitive distanci…

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Special non-board review content on burnout 35:09

5M ago35:09

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Link to Scott Course: https://guidewirecoaching.com/unburnable/ Scott Weingart discusses his journey into physician executive coaching, focusing on helping emergency medicine physicians overcome burnout through mindset shifts and practical skills development. • Burnout often stems from inner voice negativity that physicians mistake as their core id…

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The Poopy Pants Episode 5:34

5M ago5:34

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YouTube Link We explore the clinical management of foodborne and waterborne illnesses, focusing on key differences between viral and bacterial causes that determine treatment approaches. Understanding when to use supportive care versus antimicrobial therapy helps clinicians provide appropriate management for this common presentation. • The vast maj…

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The Necrotizing Fasciitis Questions 9:57

5M ago9:57

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Links: YouTube Version Dirty White Coat The Pitt Necrotizing soft tissue infections demand immediate recognition and aggressive treatment to prevent devastating outcomes and death. Dr. Mellick reviews critical diagnostic features, treatment protocols, and exam-relevant information about these life-threatening conditions through a series of board-st…

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The Dangers and Delights of AI search and "The Pitt" 29:12

5M ago29:12

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Send us a text We're exploring the integration of AI search within Corpendium and discussing the delicate balance between powerful search capabilities and maintaining medical accuracy. Our team dives deep into the technical challenges and ethical considerations of implementing AI in a trusted medical reference platform. • AI search struggles with s…

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IVIG, The Pitt, and Invictus Updates 5:49

5M ago5:49

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YouTube Link We share exciting updates from our clinical experiences in Kenya and celebrate the authentic portrayal of emergency medicine in the television show "The Pit," which features emergency physician Joe Sachs as a key writer and producer. • Emergency medicine residency match rates have recovered to 97.9%, approaching the traditional 98-99% …

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Spots and Dots: Measles vs. Chickenpox 4:38

6M ago4:38

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YouTube link Measles and chickenpox are often confused despite having significant differences in symptoms, severity, and treatment options. We break down the key distinctions between these two infectious diseases, highlighting why measles is significantly more dangerous and why vaccination remains critical for public health. • Measles starts on hea…

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Travel Pause 2:50

6M ago2:50

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Send us a text Mel will be on a trip to Kenya doing some teaching. Show will reboot in mid March. Lts of great interviews coming up! Support the showBy Mel Herbert for FoolyBoo Inc

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AI vs. Doctors: Navigating Medicine's Future with ChatGPT and Human Expertise 28:46

7M ago28:46

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Send us a text Mel interviews Graham Walk of "MD Calc" fame. This episode explores the evolving role of AI in healthcare, focusing on a study that compares ChatGPT's performance to that of human doctors in managing complex medical cases. We discuss the implications of these findings, the potential for misinformation, and the future of AI integratio…

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Travel Pause and Some Updates 2:02

7M ago2:02

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Quick note on a travel pause then we will be back at it!By Mel Herbert

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Healing Little Bones: A Focus on Torus Fractures 5:34

7M ago5:34

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YouTube Link Pediatric emergency medicine is highlighted through a detailed discussion on torus fractures, their management, and the implications for treatment approaches. Ilene Claudius provides valuable insights into pediatric care, emphasizing the importance of community feedback and ongoing education for healthcare professionals. • Ilene Claudi…

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A Case of Weakness 4:30

7M ago4:30

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Mel presents a case of weakness. Don't read on or you will get the spoiler. YouTube Link Eaton-Lambert syndrome presents a unique clinical challenge, especially when linked to underlying malignancies. In this episode, we delve into the connections between muscle weakness, potential cancer diagnoses, and the importance of early recognition in enhanc…

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GLP-1 Agonists: Transforming Weight Management and Understanding Diabetes with Dr. Anne Peters 42:18

7M ago42:18

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Send us a text This episode unravels the complexities of using Ozempic, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, for weight loss—especially among people without diabetes. Dr. Anne Peters highlights the health implications, individual responses to the drug, and the broader context of weight management. • Examination of Ozempic’s functions and benefits • Discussion…

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Vesicular, Bullous and Sloughing Rashes - A call for feedback 35:48

7M ago35:48

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Ok - this is a simple one - a great talk with a link to YouTube - we need your feedback. Go watch the lecture and give you you feedback here on on the YouTube channel please :). Feedback can also go to: [email protected] YouTube Link hereBy Mel Herbert

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Some Questions on Bulbar Affecting conditions 8:27

7M ago8:27

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Mel does some MCQs to highlight the diseases affecting bulbar muscles we have been covering the last few weeks. YouTube LinkBy Mel Herbert

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A New Era of Board Exam Preparation Awaits and "The Pitt" 5:27

7M ago5:27

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This episode explores the intersections of emergency medicine and media representation, highlighting the successes of 'The Pit' and the new Invictus board review initiative. We discuss the importance of medical accuracy in shows, the decline in board exam scores, and the vital role of ongoing education. • Effect of 'The Pitt' on public perception o…

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Myasthenia Gravis: Unraveling the Complexities and Crises 8:33

8M ago8:33

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By Mel Herbert

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ER Doctor Transitions to Ketamine Therapy: Founding a Clinic and Transforming Mental Health 40:03

8M ago40:03

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Send us a text Mel Interviews Sam Ko for an enlightening episode where we explore the extraordinary journey of an ER doctor who switched gears from the chaotic world of emergency medicine to the innovative realm of ketamine therapy. Gain insights into how medical podcasts influenced his path, ultimately leading to the first ER doctor-led ketamine c…

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Mastering Medical Board Exams: Strategies and Techniques 20:36

8M ago20:36

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Discover the secrets behind mastering medical board exams with Mac Brown, a core faculty member at John Peter Smith Emergency Department. We promise you'll come away with innovative strategies that maximize your limited study time without sacrificing your well-being. Mac introduces his unique "candle making method," a study technique that focuses o…

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Psychedelics in Medicine the History and Science and the Risks 1:11:46

8M ago1:11:46

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Send us a text Mel interviews Karina Sergi, MS, MFT Director, Psychedelic Therapy Training; Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Keith Heinzerling, MD Director, Treatment & Research In Psychedelics (TRIP) Center; Addiction Medicine. We discuss psychedelic associated therapy, ketamine, DMT, Psilocybin, Hallucinogen persisting perception disor…

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Botulism 5:42

8M ago5:42

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Mel reviews some of the key aspects of botulism. Link to the YouTube video: https://youtu.be/ah9ajqNejX0By Mel Herbert

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The Scarecast Files #19: The Entity From Commerce 11:58

8M ago11:58

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In this chilling podcast episode, we dive into a terrifying encounter that occurred 20 years ago in Commerce, California. A group of friends, out for a night of harmless fun, stumbled upon something they couldn't explain near a massive Scientology building on Sheila Avenue. Finding a quiet place to park so they can drink and smoke would bring them …

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Guillain-Barré syndrome - Part 2 6:13

8M ago6:13

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Mel covers more pearls about Guillain-Barre syndrome. Treatment, 20 second count test, LP findings, differential and more. YouTube link:https://youtu.be/VLOEchmw4dYBy Mel Herbert

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The Scarecast Files #18: The Whaley House | San Diego, CA 33:16

8M ago33:16

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In this episode, we explore the chilling history and paranormal activity surrounding the Whaley House, one of America's most notorious haunted locations. We begin with the tragic execution of "Yankee Jim" Robinson on the site where the house would later be built, setting the stage for centuries of supernatural occurrences. The Whaley family's unfor…

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Ketamine in Mental Health Disorders, the how and why. Part 1. 59:09

8M ago59:09

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Send us a text Mel interviews and is himself interviewed by Sandy Newes, PhD who co-founded the Living Medicine Institute, an online community offering content and training for clinical and medical professionals interested in the legal use of ketamine to address mental health issues. She can be found on LinkedIn here. Together they discuss Ketamine…

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Guillain-Barré syndrome - Part 1 7:41

8M ago7:41

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This will be a short series - you need to know the "foils" go back and listen to the Billy Mallon lecture on how to take the test. We are going to cover the foils so you can CRUSH the exam. Invictus Review is coming in the new year and is based on CorePendium from the people at EM:RAP!By Mel Herbert

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The Scarecast Files #17: Gehr Industries | Commerce, CA 11:31

8M ago11:31

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In this spine-chilling episode, we delve into the haunted history of the Gehr Industries warehouse in Commerce, CA. From ghostly employees and spectral children to unexplained phenomena, the warehouse teems with paranormal activity that has left workers shaken for years. We explore the building's intriguing past, including its connection to Howard …

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GPT Vs. Human Residents 29:42

9M ago29:42

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Send us a text Mel interviews the author's of the GPT Vs. Residents NEJM study. How did they do it, why did they do the study and what does it all mean for the future of medical education. Support the showBy Mel Herbert for FoolyBoo Inc

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