SMART Recovery® Podcast, a library of talks on addiction from the leading self-empowering peer support recovery group in the world. Enjoy entertaining, thought-provoking discussion with experts in the field of science-based addiction treatment and recovery. SMART Recovery provides services for those overcoming addictions of all types.
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On this podcast, we discuss the issue of iatrogenic injury due to benzodiazepine use. Iatrogenic injury is an injury due to medical treatment. In the case of benzodiazepine-related iatrogenic injury, we are discussing damage to the human central nervous system. We also discuss safe tapering methods and issues related to benzodiazepine tapering. And, we talk about benzodiazepine withdrawal, and how to get through withdrawal side effects, including anxiety, insomnia, histamine sensitivity and ...
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In the introduction I give you a little bit of my background, my experience with benzodiazepines and discuss some of the topics I would like to tackle moving forward with the podcast.
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Hey everyone! Welcome to my podcast and my journey withdrawing from a Benzodiazepine, Ativan (Lorazepam). I hope to help anyone who is thinking about coming off, tapering from, or anyone who has come off completely from a benzodiazepine. Everyone is welcome here, so listen and enjoy.
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The Compass Opioid Stewardship Program aims to combat the opioid epidemic through education. The program aims to accomplish the following goals: 1. Educate and provide outreach to outlier prescribers of opioids about best practices for prescribing opioids 2. Educate and provide outreach to outlier prescribers of opioids about non-opioid pain management therapies 3. Reduce the amount of opioid prescriptions prescribed by eligible prescribers
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The Compass Opioid Stewardship Clinical Cases podcast aims to provide clinicians with practical skills for managing patients on chronic opioid therapy. This 11 part podcast series introduces a framework to approaching clinical encounters with legacy patients on long term opioid therapy. Episodes highlight clinical patient scenarios through roleplaying and are followed by a discussion of the science, structure and pertinent clinical skills by Board Certified Addiction Medicine physician Dr. D ...
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The Compass Opioid Stewardship Program aims to combat the opioid epidemic through education. The program aims to accomplish the following goals: 1. Educate and provide outreach to outlier prescribers of opioids about best practices for prescribing opioids 2. Educate and provide outreach to outlier prescribers of opioids about non-opioid pain management therapies 3. Reduce the amount of opioid prescriptions prescribed by eligible prescribers
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This is the Dr. Leeds podcast, reflecting the content and spirit of the DrLeeds.com website and topics of interest to Dr. Leeds.
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A podcast to help the medicine go down For medical students, by medical students
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Welcome to the podcast from the journal Addiction hosted by Dr Rob Calder - the social media editor for Addiction - alongside Ben Scher, Chloe Burke and Dr Elle Wadsworth. The podcast includes interviews with Addiction authors about their work, details about publishing in the journal, and other topics of interest to the field of addiction. This podcast is for researchers, clinicians, students, people with lived experience, and anyone with an interest in the topic. Hosted on Acast. See acast. ...
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This podcast is about akathisia stories and akathisia science. Akathisia is a severe movement disorder characterized by restlessness and an inability to sit still. People who suffer with akathisia describe it as severely painful, and like being plugged into an electrical outlet. They often feel as if they want to claw their skin away and climb out of it. This terrible condition is caused by the toxic effects of psych drugs, including benzodiazepines. It is an iatrogenic injury, which means i ...
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Practical EMS topics in about 10 minutes, brought to you by EMS Educator and Certified Emergency Nurse Scott Topiol.
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The Chiropractic Forward Podcast: Evidence-based Chiropractic Advocacy
The Chiropractic Forward Podcast: Evidence-based Chiropractic Advocacy
The Chiropractic Forward podcast clearly demonstrates how research, evidence, and experience puts Chiropractic Care firmly in consideration for integration into the mainstream healthcare. Advanced chiropractic knowledge, learning, and active chiropractic protocols have been clinically proven to be effective for mechanical pain. The newest recommendations coming from the medical world align chiropractic with the most effective protocols currently available for back and neck pain.
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This multi-part written series of articles is now available in podcast form. Dr. Drew reads “A History of Opium,” which includes additional commentary from recognized experts (available only in this version). A previous Weekly Infusion podcast with Internal Medicine/ Addiction specialists Dr. Drew and Dr. Bruce Heischober welcome a variety of guests and explore topics ranging from everyday health issues, to the latest medical breakthroughs and treatments, to incredible stories of the ER.
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listen as our guests share their most vulnerable moments in life and how they overcame them! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discovernicole/support
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BRΛINCAST is a weekly 30-minute conversation with inspiring people from all around the world sharing their love about the most fascinating thing that happened to your head…your brain!
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Mission statement To empower each substance abuse client through care based on science and compassion. To advocate for the substance abuse population through education and community outreach. Vision Statement To create a society where the substance abuse client can live and prosper with dignity and hope.
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Welcome to Staying Healthy Naturally. A podcast that focuses on healthy ways to help you achieve optimal health. I'm your host, Dr. Gary Kracoff. I have a degree in naturopathic medicine and am a registered pharmacist at Johnson Compounding and Wellness 577 Main Street Waltham, MA 02452. 781-893-3870
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Why do people do the things they do? How can you resolve conflict and grow closer to your loved ones? This weekly radio show doesn't pretend to have all the answers, but Dr. Kuna and guests invite your feedback as we explore topics on psychology, parenting, couples counseling, assertiveness, stress management, motivation for change--essentially, the human condition in which we find ourselves. It is our hope that this program is an insightful and practical educational experience to our local ...
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Navigating Physical Activity During Benzodiazepine Withdrawal
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In this episode, we look at an important topic for those recovering from benzodiazepine dependence: balancing physical activity during withdrawal. Exercise plays a crucial role in overall health and well-being, but the intensity of physical activity requires careful consideration during this sensitive period. We'll discuss how different types of ex…
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Opioids, cancer and mortality with Aleksi Hamina
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In this episode Ben Scher talks to Dr Aleksi Hamina from the Norwegian centre for addiction research at the University of Oslo and the Niuvanniemi Hospital in Finland. They discuss a recent paper co-authored by Dr Hamina in which the team matched large national datasets to identify excess mortality among people who use drugs that can be attributed …
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Multivitamins Effect On Mortality & Acupuncture Effect On PTSD
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CF 339: Multivitamins Effect On Mortality & Acupuncture Effect On PTSD Hey, folks. Today, we’re gonna talk about multivitamins effect on mortality and acupuncture for PTSD. But first, here’s that super sweet bumper music. Hey, we’re back. You found the Chiropractic Forward podcast. Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chirop…
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Psychologically Treating Chronic Pain & Prenatal GLP-1 Safety
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CF 338: Psychologically Treating Prenatal Chronic Pain & GLP-1 Safety Today we’re going to talk about Psychologically Treating Chronic Pain & GLP-1 Safety But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research reference for the daily practitioner, from the Amazon store TODA…
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Managing Negative Thoughts During Benzodiazepine Withdrawal
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Welcome to our podcast, where we examine the intricacies of managing negative thoughts during benzodiazepine withdrawal. In this episode, we'll explore a range of cognitive techniques such as thought stopping, cognitive restructuring, and mindfulness that can help you navigate this challenging period. Benzodiazepine withdrawal can trigger a spectru…
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PRP For Knee Osteoarthritis & Cervical Dizziness With Cervical Spondylosis
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CF 337: PRP For Knee Osteoarthritis & Cervical Dizziness With Cervical Spondylosis Today we’re going to talk about PRP For Knee Osteoarthritis & Cervical Dizziness With Cervical Spondylosis But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research reference for the daily pract…
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Spinal Manipulative Treatment And Lumbar Discectomy & Initial Providers Matter
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CF 336: Spinal Manipulative Treatment And Lumbar Discectomy & Initial Providers Matter Today we’re going to talk about Spinal Manipulative Treatment And Lumbar Discectomy & Initial Providers Matter But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research reference for the dai…
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Problem Gambling--The Stakes Are Getting Higher
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Jody Bechtold is the CEO of The Better Institute and an Internationally Certified Gambling Counselor. She is co-author of the Gambling Disorder Treatment Handbook: A Guide for Mental Health Professionals, and she presents both nationally and internationally about education and treatment for problem gambling. In this podcast Jody points out that sui…
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CF 335: Flavored Vape Issues & Adverse Events From Cervical Spinal Manipulation Today we’re going to talk about Flavored Vape Issues & Adverse Events From Cervical Spinal Manipulation But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research reference for the daily practitione…
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CF 334: The WHO’s Sources For Opinion On Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Part 15) Today we’re going to talk about The WHO’s Sources For Opinion On Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Part 15)…..it’s the final part of the series. But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research …
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Recovery Band Camp: A Moveable, Musical Feast
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David Nooks is Peer Recovery Support Specialist at the Foundation for Recovery in Las Vegas. He is also a musician who believes in the healing power of rock & roll. After many years spent misusing substances and seeking escape David decided to embrace recovery. In this podcast David talks about his journey to recovery and how he became interested i…
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In this episode, 3rd year medical student Sahil Sardesai will discuss Appendicitis and Pseudoappendicitis as this is a heavily tested topic on Step and Level exams and comes up often on rotations! Be sure to tune in and check it out!
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Cannabis potency and psychotic experiences with Lindsey Hines
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In this episode, Dr Rob Calder talks to Dr Lindsey Hines about her study using longitudinal data to examine links between cannabis use, cannabis potency and psychotic experiences. Dr Hines talks about using Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children (ALSPAC) data - also known as 'Children of the Nineties' and discusses why psychosis and cannab…
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CF 333: Colo-Rectal Cancer Recognition & Less Gabapentin With Chiropractic Today we’re going to talk about Colo-Rectal Cancer Recognition & Less Gabapentin With Chiropractic But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research reference for the daily practitioner, from th…
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Episode 28 - A Spine Tingling Tale - Central Cord Syndrome
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Have feedback? You can now send us a text message! We're back! Have you ever had a patient who suffered a seemingly minor injury and was complaining about weakness in their hands and odd sensations in their legs? This week we're discussing the most common spinal cord injury: Central Cord Syndrome. We'll also touch briefly on neurogenic and spinal s…
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In this episode, third-year medical student Patrice Nguyen will discuss Sturge–Weber syndrome, Neurofibromatosis (Type 1 and 2), and Tuberous Sclerosis, which are three neurocutaneous syndromes that often get confused for one another. She will also provide some helpful dedicated advice at the end of the episode, so stay tuned!…
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Individual Alpha Frequency & McKenzie vs. Cranio-Cervical Flexion
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CF 332: Individual Alpha Frequency & McKenzie vs. Cranio-Cervical Flexion Today we’re going to talk about Individual Alpha Frequency & McKenzie vs. Cranio-Cervical Flexion But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research reference for the daily practitioner, from the …
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The Risks and Challenges of Medication Tapering Explained by Nicole Lamberson
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In this thought-provoking podcast episode, hosts Nicole and Mark delve into the intricate world of medication tapering and the challenges individuals face in managing drug dependence and addiction. Through personal experiences and expert insights, they shed light on the blurred lines between physical dependence and addiction, emphasizing the import…
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Brad Stoddard on Enhancing Mental Health Care: Insights and Innovations
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**Episode: Enhancing Patient Experience and Creating a Positive Culture** **Overview:** In this episode, Brad Stoddard joins Mark Leeds on "Health Matters" to discuss the significance of providing exceptional patient care in mental health services. Brad, the owner of Sunrise Mental Health, shares insights into creating a welcoming environment for p…
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The WHO’s Sources For Opinion On Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Part 14)
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CF 331: The WHO’s Sources For Opinion On Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Part 14) Today we’re going to talk about The WHO’s Sources For Opinion On Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Part 14) But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research reference for the daily practitioner,…
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Cannabis use in the US with Jonathan Caulkins
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In this episode Dr Elle Wadsworth talks to Professor Jonathan Caulkins about self-reported cannabis use in the US between 1979 and 2022 and how those trends compare with alcohol use over the same period. The research focused on four specific time points, measuring cannabis prevalence against US policy changes. Dr Wadsworth and Professor Caulkins th…
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If the thought of trying to study the various congenital GI diseases has your stomach turning, you’re in the right place. In this episode, third-year medical student Vivian Zhong, will discuss congenital GI diseases as this is a heavily tested topic on Step and Level 2. Be sure to tune in and check it out!…
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We can't believe this is our 100th episode of Spoonful of Sugar! Thank you so much to all of our listeners who have supported us along the way, and an enormous thank you to all of the medical students who have contributed to our team and helped create content. SoS is about building a community of medical students that continually teach and learn fr…
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Chiropractic And Benzodiazepine & Curcumin And Carpal Tunnel
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CF 330: Chiropractic And Benzodiazepine & Curcumin And Carpal Tunnel Today we’re going to talk about Chiropractic And Benzodiazepine & Curcumin And Carpal Tunnel But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research reference for the daily practitioner, from the Amazon sto…
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The term "wellness" is thrown around in the context of many different things, including in the world of recovey from substance and behavioral disorders. It's meaning can be fuzzy and border on cliche. But when Randy Williams uses the word wellness he keeps it real. Williams is Founder of Willmore Wellness, and his lived experience with addiction an…
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Wind, water, walking, wound, & wonder drugs. The infamous 5 W’s of your surgery rotation. Although this podcast is a bit more geared towards third-year shelf exams and Step 2/Level 2, its content is still super high-yield. In this episode, third-year medical student Maya Amy will discuss different etiologies and presentations of postoperative fever…
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In this episode, Ben Scher talks to Dr Kathleen Page about her evaluation of an integrated care van that ran in Baltimore offering healthcare interventions and buprenorphine prescribing. Dr Page discusses using a cluster randomised trial to compare outcomes in different neighbourhoods (those where the van did and didn't go) and to explore whether t…
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CF 329: The WHO’s Sources For Opinion On Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Part 13) Today we’re going to talk about The WHO’s Sources For Opinion On Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Part 13) But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research reference for the daily practitioner,…
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Hair loss is one of those topics that often tricks students on the USMLE exams. Don’t be fooled into thinking it isn’t high yield! In this episode, third-year medical student Zane Sejdiu will discuss different etiologies and presentations of hair loss. From alopecia areata, androgenic alopecia, tinea, and more, we cover it all. Be sure to tune in a…
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CF 328: Current Tendinopathy Thoughts & Chiropractic Vs. Medical Costs Today we’re going to talk about Current Tendinopathy Thoughts & Chiropractic Vs. Medical Costs But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research reference for the daily practitioner, from the Amazon…
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Smoking and abdominal obesity with Germán Carrasquilla
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In this episode Rob Calder talks to Dr Germán Carrasquilla about his study assessing whether smoking cased increases in abdominal obesity or belly fat. They discuss the implications of this kind of fat and note the importance of the findings for people who struggle to quit smoking. Germán talks about using Mendelian randomisation to identify a caus…
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DeeAnna Nichols is a Certified Peer Support Specialist at ChangePoint Behavioral Health in Lewiston Idaho. Her recovery journey changed significantly when she discovered SMART in 2015. After trying to attend a SMART meeting and finding no one there that day, DeeAnna decided to take the training to become a facilitator. In effect, she took charge of…
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MS3 Bilal Rana goes over the highest yield topics for psychiatry for USMLE Step 1/COMLEX Level 1. Best of luck to everyone studying!
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Benzodiazepines and treatment with Adam Bakker, Michael Liebrenz and Alexander Smith
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In this episode Ben Scher talks to Dr Adam Bakker, Professor Michael Liebrenz and Dr Alexander Smith about their commentary in response to a previous paper by Domzaridou and colleages (2023). They discuss the complexities of providing treatment for people who use, and are prescribed, opiates, opiate agonist medications and benzodiazepines. They tal…
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The WHO’s Sources For Opinion On Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Part 12)
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CF 327: The WHO’s Sources For Opinion On Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Part 12) Today we’re going to talk about The WHO’s Sources For Opinion On Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Part 12) But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research reference for the daily practitioner,…
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Michael Marcum is a licensed professional counselor at the VA, and a former Army sniper. By his own admission he changed "countries, continents, and careers" to try and escape the reality of his substance misuse which plagued him for decades. After multiple stints in rehab and other pathways to recovery, he found SMART and it transformed his life. …
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In this episode, MS3 Bilal Rana will go over the most pertinent information regarding barbiturates and benzodiazepines, a topic that can be more confusing than it needs to be!
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SMT And Cauda Equina & SMT And Discectomy
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CF 326: SMT And Cauda Equina & SMT And Discectomy Today we’re going to talk about SMT And Cauda Equina & SMT And Discectomy But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research reference for the daily practitioner, from the Amazon store TODAY! OK, we are back and you have…
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Contingency management with Gabriela Khazanov, James, McKay and Richard Rawson
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In this episode, Ben Scher talks to Dr Gabriela Khazanov, Professor James McKay and Professor Richard Rawson. They discuss what contingency management is and how effective it can be in treatment settings. They also talk about how contingency management can be used for stimulant use disorders; an area where there are relatively few evidence-based tr…
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CSF Analysis Part 2 - Meningitis and Guillan-Barré Syndrome
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Welcome to part 2! In this episode, Bilal Rana will go over easy ways to remember how to differentiate meningitis using CSF findings as well as touch upon high yield points about GBS.
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The WHO’s Sources For Opinion On Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Part 11)
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CF 325: The WHO’s Sources For Opinion On Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Part 11) Today we’re going to talk about “The WHO’s Sources For Opinion On Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Part 11)” But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Today we’re going to talk about Cancer-Finding Blood Tests & Neck Pain Treatment Differs By Initial Provider But first…
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Xylazine, heroin and drug markets with Caroline Copeland
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In this episode Ben Scher talks to Dr Caroline Copeland about her work analysing drug death data to identify drug use trends, harms and to inform policy. Caroline talks about how xylazine first entered the US drug market but has been increasingly identified in Europe and the UK, even being identified in vapes sold as containing tetrahydrocannabinol…
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You'll definitely run into questions about CSF. In this episode, Bilal Rana will go over some must know points about communicating and noncommunicating hydrocephalus, as well as hydrocephalus ex vacuo.
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Synthetic opioid production in Europe with Paul Griffiths
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In this episode, Dr Elle Wadsworth talks to Paul Griffiths about synthetic drug production in Europe including the differences between lab-made substances and diverted medical drugs. They discuss organised crime and its impact on cocaine production, drug availability and the potential for drug contamination. They also cover fentanyl and the potenti…
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CF 324: Cancer-Finding Blood Tests & Neck Pain Treatment Differs By Initial Provider Today we’re going to talk about Cancer-Finding Blood Tests & Neck Pain Treatment Differs By Initial Provider But first, here’s that sweet sweet bumper music Purchase Dr. Williams’s book, a perfect educational tool and chiropractic research reference for the daily p…
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