Best Ben Tanner Pa C Podcasts (2024)

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Spanish for Nurses [ER Triage part 2 - Special Populations] 14:16

1M ago14:16

14:16

Medical Spanish for nurses, part 2: Triage questions nurses may ask of "special populations" in the ER, including pregnant women, babies / children, dialysis patients, and cancer patients (in English & Spanish). Overlaps with urgent care and other settings. 👉 YouTube version: https://youtu.be/QqPeHKsAdB8 👉 Triage part 1 (on YouTube): https://youtu.…

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61: Avoid This Popular Fasting Schedule (3 Reasons), & What to Do Instead (2 Options) 13:49

4M ago13:49

13:49

I'll explain why one of the most popular intermittent fasting schedules is actually not a good fit for the majority of people (though a lot of them do it anyway). I'll also share 2 alternative fasting regimens that are probably a better fit for most people. 📺 Video version: https://youtu.be/dP_CevOzn5A 📺 Video on why weight loss is often not a good…

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Spanish for Nurses [Triage Questions for ER / Urgent Care - part 1] 16:25

5M ago16:25

16:25

Medical Spanish for nurses, part 1: ER nurse triage. Covers chief complaint, past medical history, and several screening questions used for ER triage (in English & Spanish). Overlaps with urgent care and other settings. 👉 YouTube version: https://youtu.be/eT0Cqv5XpRY 👉 Related video on Meds/Algs/Surg/Soc/Fam hx: https://youtu.be/2BDUo2JGYEc 📧 Focus…

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60: How to Fix Diabetes in 2 Simple-ish Steps [+ Bonus Steps] 14:34

5M ago14:34

14:34

2 fairly simple steps you can use to reverse type 2 diabetes. It's easier than you may think! (The same steps also work for prediabetes.) 👉 Video version: https://youtu.be/yL9HjYYvXQo Related Videos & Other Resources: 👉 Diabetes Remission w/ Low Carb (video): https://youtu.be/UBpnliekZqo 👉 Off Insulin in 5 Days w/ Fasting (video): https://youtu.be/…

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Spanish Pelvic Exam (2 versions) - for ER / urgent care 16:12

7M ago16:12

16:12

How to do a pelvic exam in Spanish, in a setting like the ED or urgent care where you won't do a pap smear, and you may not have foot rests or stirrups on your gurney. The ALL-SPANISH version starts at 11:47 📺 YouTube version ENGLISH/SPANISH: https://youtu.be/KhNgfV3FQik 📺 YouTube version ALL SPANISH: https://youtu.be/AMTaygEXFV4 📧 Focused Beginner…

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59: My Best Week-Long Fast Yet (Results, Experience, Insights, & More) 20:24

7M ago20:24

20:24

My experience fasting for a week straight, including how I was feeling on day 6 of this extended fast; what kind of results I got in terms of energy levels, body weight, blood sugar, ketones, etc. Plus other thoughts and observations about why this prolonged fast went remarkably well. Some of what I talk about here could definitely be useful if you…

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58: 3 Patients Who Got Off Diabetes Meds SUPER FAST w/ Fasting [Detailed Results] 16:00

7M ago16:00

16:00

Detailed results from a case series of 3 patients who got off insulin and other type 2 diabetes medications very quickly. These patients also lost weight, improved their hemoglobin A1c, and reduced their waist circumference. Overall, super-impressive results, and very encouraging for anyone who wants to put type 2 diabetes in remission! 👉 IF Quick-…

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Detailed Anatomy: Hand, Foot 13:48

8M ago13:48

13:48

More detailed Spanish anatomy (vs prior episodes) of the hand & foot. This includes specific finger names, and various other structures on the hand and foot. (Foot starts at 5:31). 👉 Hand anatomy on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LqQOX2J2Uf8 👉 Foot anatomy on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fZuMksJE8S8 📧 Focused Beginner Lessons (medical Spanish): https://www…

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57: Diabetes Remission (& Other Results) After 3 Years on Low-Carb [New Study] 11:28

8M ago11:28

11:28

A new research study (from earlier this year) shows the rates of type 2 diabetes remission and other health improvements after almost 3 years on a low-carb diet (similar to keto). This was in a general practice clinic in England, with Dr. David Unwin. The patients also showed weight loss, improved blood pressure, lower LDL cholesterol, lower trigly…

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Rashes in Spanish (7 Terms + Practice Sentences + Grammar Tips) 14:00

8M ago14:00

14:00

Several ways to say "rash" in Spanish. I'll explain how to use these terms for rash, I'll quiz you using practice sentences, and explain a little bit about pronunciation and grammar as we go along. 👉 YouTube version: https://youtu.be/lBiE55ijQ-Y 📧 Focused Beginner Lessons (medical Spanish): https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/get-beginner-lessons/ …

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56: “The Salt Fix” - Detailed Summary [Why You Need MORE Salt, Not Less] 49:44

9M ago49:44

49:44

Salt is a SUPER-important topic for anyone who’s fasting, or eating low-carb. Salt is also very important for overall health. That's why today I'm sharing a detailed summary of the book, The Salt Fix (by Dr. James DiNicolantonio). Timestamps are below. This summary will help you understand why much of what you've heard about salt may be wrong, wher…

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How to Learn a New Language in 10 Days (My Thailand Experiment) 16:11

9M ago16:11

16:11

The story of how I became conversant in Thai in a matter of several days, and the principles you can use to learn Spanish (or any other language) as quickly as possible. 📺 YouTube version: https://youtu.be/qV2cfHGllVE 📰 Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/thai-a-language-learning-experiment/ 📧 Focused Beginner Lessons (medical Spanish…

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Cultural Topics: Mal de Ojo (evil eye), Empacho (indigestion / impaction) 10:12

10M ago10:12

10:12

Two medical Spanish cultural topics: mal de ojo & empacho. These are traditional beliefs that your patients may hold, and understanding them can help you better relate to your patients. Mal de Ojo video: https://youtu.be/DVjKBo2NmtY Empacho video: https://youtu.be/jDl8XaokHjQ Mal de Ojo blog: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/mal-de-ojo/ Empacho …

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55: What to Do if Your Cholesterol Goes up on Keto or Fasting? (Does it Matter?) 18:07

10M ago18:07

18:07

Cholesterol basics, and what should you do if your LDL cholesterol gets higher while on keto or fasting? Does that mean you have a higher risk of getting a heart attack? Should you quit keto? Quit fasting? Take a medication to lower your cholesterol? Do something else? I'll explore all of those questions in today's episode. YouTube version: https:/…

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Incision & Drainage Procedure [ER / urgent care] 9:02

10M ago9:02

9:02

Here's a Spanish dialogue to use with patients before, during, and after doing an incision and drainage procedure (abscess treatment). Explain in Spanish what's going to happen during the procedure, and what they should do afterwards. YouTube version: https://youtu.be/EQCLbzds7UE Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/incision-and-draina…

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54: 7 Daily Habits to Fix Blood Sugar / Is Your Weight Loss Goal Harming You? 18:13

11M ago18:13

18:13

I’ve pulled these topics from videos on my YouTube channel (links below). First, 7 daily habits that can help you rapidly improve your blood sugar. This is super-relevant for people with prediabetes, diabetes, or just trying to prevent diabetes. After that, I explain 3 reasons focusing on a *goal* of weight loss may be causing you harm. 7 Daily Hab…

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Anatomy x 2: GI Tract & Female Reproductive 12:32

11M ago12:32

12:32

Spanish anatomy terms for the gastrointestinal tract and the female reproductive system. Both of these came from videos--links below. GI Tract anatomy video: https://youtu.be/0Z9ZYAHjaug Female reproductive anatomy video: https://youtu.be/_XWNOnOcw_8 My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnMedicalSpanish Beginner Spanish Lessons: https://…

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Medication Instructions (forms / routes / frequency) 24:07

11M ago24:07

24:07

Several useful terms for giving medication instructions to your Spanish-speaking patients, along with some practice sentences where you put it all together. YouTube version: https://youtu.be/Og6f4guT0rg My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnMedicalSpanish Focused Beginner Lessons (medical Spanish): https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/ge…

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53: Kidney Failure is Miserable. How to Prevent with Fasting / Keto 11:32

12M ago11:32

11:32

Kidney disease is common, and often leads to kidney failure. Once you have kidney failure, you're at a higher risk of a bunch of other health problems, and ultimately a much higher risk of death. The bad news is kidney failure is not usually reversible. The good news? Kidney failure is easily preventable in most cases, by fixing the underlying prob…

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52: Alzheimer's Update--Expensive New Med vs Fasting & Keto (KetoFlex 12-3) 15:37

1y ago15:37

15:37

Lecanemab (aka Leqembi) recently got full approval form the FDA for Alzheimer’s treatment, and will now be covered by Medicare. But this medication is not only expensive, it has some major health risks. In this episode, I'll break down the risks and benefits of this new medication. Then I’ll compare lecanemab to an Alzheimer's program centered arou…

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Urinary Tract Infection - HPI 8:32

1y ago8:32

8:32

An HPI (history of the present illness) for a Spanish-speaking patient with UTI symptoms, or who believes they have a UTI. YouTube version: https://youtu.be/OjnLpnU-7IU My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnMedicalSpanish Blog version: https://learnmedicalspanish.org/urinary-tract-infection-hpi/ CME course details: https://www.learnmedi…

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51: Keto Deep Dive, Staying Strong, & Aging Well (w/ Dr. Ken Ford PhD) 1:44:37

1y ago1:44:37

1:44:37

Dr. Ken Ford is CEO & founder of the IHMC research institute. He also hosts a popular podcast about science called Stem-talk. Today he shares his expertise and personal experience about the ketogenic diet, and addresses other questions related to nutrition, muscle building, healthy aging, fasting, the state of research, and more. YouTube version: h…

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Anatomy: Major Joints 12:27

1y ago12:27

12:27

Spanish anatomical terms for major joints of the body Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/spanish-anatomy-major-joints/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/U2zBmK01z6I 📧 Focused Beginner Lessons (medical Spanish): https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/get-beginner-lessons/ CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme…

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50: 7 Tips to Get Into Ketosis FAST (Under 24 Hours) 16:44

1y ago16:44

16:44

Several steps you can use to get into ketosis quickly, much faster than you would just by limiting carbs. Why get into ketosis? Ketones have a bunch of health benefits, and having higher ketones is a big advantage when it comes to fasting. YouTube version: https://youtu.be/81oPNXoBIAE My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FastingWell KetoSta…

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Top 21 Spanish Verbs (+ Conjugations & Practice Sentences) 23:06

1y ago23:06

23:06

21 super-common Spanish verbs, plus present tense conjugations, and a practice sentence for each verb. Basically anyone learning Spanish should learn all of these verbs. So go ahead and start practicing. :) Blog version (100 Essential Spanish Words): https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/100-essential-spanish-words/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/…

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49: 13 Surprising Benefits of Ketones [Brain, Heart, Cancer, Sleep, & More!] 13:45

1y ago13:45

13:45

Turns out, ketones have a bunch of health benefits, and it's not just limited to weight loss! There are brain benefits, heart benefits, and many more! YouTube version: https://youtu.be/-IvmtmRYE9M My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FastingWell KetoStart (ketone supplement): https://fastingwell.com/ketostart Full show notes and resources: …

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Anatomy: Internal Organs 10:23

1y ago10:23

10:23

Spanish anatomical terms for major internal organs. Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/spanish-anatomy-internal-organs/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/EF54U-OWxLI 📧 Focused Beginner Lessons (medical Spanish): https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/get-beginner-lessons/ CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme…

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48: 4 Tips to Make Fasting as EASY (& Sustainable) as Possible 12:23

1y ago12:23

12:23

4 tips to make intermittent fasting easier. These tips will also help you make fasting sustainable, so you don't feel like quitting, and help you be successful as a beginner. YouTube version: https://youtu.be/v1SQg6nN4Gg My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FastingWell Easy Fasting Guide: https://fastingwell.com/get-my-easy-fasting-guide/ N…

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Medical Spanish "Cheater Commands" (& Medication Verbs) 18:27

1y ago18:27

18:27

Spanish phrases you can use to tell patients what to do, without actually using a command conjugation. Like "you should", "you have to", "you can", and so on. We'll cover these today, along with some Spanish verbs related to medications, and a lot of practice sentences. 👉 YouTube version: https://youtu.be/eZGzVbxKyWE 👉 More details about Rory's imm…

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47: How I'd Start Fasting as a Beginner in 2023 [7 Tips!] 16:46

1+ y ago16:46

16:46

How I would approach intermittent fasting right now, if I were starting over from scratch, in 2023. Based on what I've learned through research, experience, and trial & error, over the past several years. YouTube version: https://youtu.be/tXIz3kEg9Qc My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FastingWell Intermittent Fasting Checklist: https://fa…

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All About Medical Spanish Immersion Trips (w/ Rory Foster) 25:26

1+ y ago25:26

25:26

Discussing medical Spanish Immersion trips with Rory Foster (who's been doing immersion trips for 20 years!) 👉 More details about immersion trips here: learnmedicalspanish.org/trips TIMESTAMPS: Spanish immersion intro (0:41) Student experiences on immersion trips (2:59) Hard days on immersion trips (5:57) Overview of schedule / logistics (9:51) Upc…

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Pediatric Fever - HPI [for ER clinicians] 12:25

1+ y ago12:25

12:25

Today I'll go over medical Spanish phrases for a Pediatric Fever HPI. This dialogue is targeted at ER clinicians, but other healthcare professionals may benefit as well. For more help with medical Spanish, check out the resources below! Blog version: https://learnmedicalspanish.org/pediatric-fever-hpi/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/cKdehQyL2sA …

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46: Salt / Sodium Deep Dive (Benefits, How Much to Use, & More!) 15:33

1+ y ago15:33

15:33

The full scoop on salt and fasting: How much sodium do you need during extended water fasting? How much during intermittent fasting? How much on a ketogenic diet? How does each of these situations compare to a normal day? What about medical conditions? I’ll answer all this, and more. YouTube version: https://youtu.be/Z6xmUkT-uJs My YouTube channel:…

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7 Hacks to Sounds Like a Native Spanish Speaker 12:46

1+ y ago12:46

12:46

7 "secret" Spanish pronunciation habits you can build that will have a big impact in making you sound more like a native Spanish speaker. 📺 YouTube version of this episode: https://youtu.be/bmr1MmrRaHQ 📺 Spanish Pronunciation Rules (10 minute video): https://youtu.be/V2BjkplMBtg 💡 Beginner Spanish (video playlist): https://youtube.com/playlist?list…

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45: Is Erythritol Safe? Keto Causes Heart Attacks? [New Research / Scary Headlines] 32:16

1+ y ago32:16

32:16

Recently there have been sensational headlines about erythritol increasing the risk of heart disease, and similar headlines about a “keto-like” diet also increasing the risk of heart disease. Today I’ll break down what actually happened, and whether you should change your behavior as a result. Erythritol video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oMbTjJZeQ…

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Anatomy: Upper Extremity 9:15

1+ y ago9:15

9:15

Several Spanish anatomical terms you may use when discussing problems with the upper extremity. Blog version: https://learnmedicalspanish.org/spanish-anatomy-upper-extremity/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/N71AhWaPn28 CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cmeBy Ben Tanner, PA-C

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44: Overcoming Junk Food Addiction (w/ Dr. Jen Unwin, clinical psychologist) 1:00:32

1+ y ago1:00:32

1:00:32

Jen Unwin is a clinical and health psychologist with expertise in food addiction. She even wrote a book about it. Today she shares her insights about sugar addiction / processed food addiction, including how to recognize it, what to do about it, and how to stay on track. For specific topics, see timestamps below. Fork in the Road (Jen’s book): http…

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43: 5 Stages of Extended Fasting [Benefits, Smoother Transitions, & More] 26:26

1+ y ago26:26

26:26

5 stages of extended water fasting: What happens inside your body, what are the various benefits (and potential pitfalls), and how can you use this knowledge to make fasting easier. Blog version: https://fastingwell.com/fasting-stages/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/5OkEabJWQeQ My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FastingWell Get my “Int…

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HPI - General (for a pain complaint) 11:05

1+ y ago11:05

11:05

Today I'll go over medical Spanish phrases for a general HPI. This dialogue is targeted at ER clinicians, but other healthcare professionals may benefit as well. For more help with medical Spanish, check out the resources below! Blog version: https://learnmedicalspanish.org/hpi-general/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/N3qZEm0OtWQ CME course detai…

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42: What Breaks Your Fast? [Full Beginner’s Guide] 28:36

1+ y ago28:36

28:36

How to know if something “breaks” your fast: key underlying principles (so you can answer this question for yourself), how to relate it to your own individual goals, and a bunch of specific examples that people often ask about--from coffee to diet soda to vitamins, and more. Blog version: https://fastingwell.com/what-breaks-fasting/ YouTube version…

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GI - Review of Systems 9:58

1+ y ago9:58

9:58

Today I'll go over medical Spanish phrases for a GI review of systems (ROS). This dialogue is mainly for emergency room clinicians, but other healthcare professionals can likely benefit as well. Focused Beginner Lessons: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/get-beginner-lessons/ Blog version of this dialogue: https://learnmedicalspanish.org/gastroin…

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41: How to Fix Fatty Liver Disease Fast [2 Simple Ways] 16:07

1+ y ago16:07

16:07

Fatty liver has gotten super common, and causes a bunch of serious health problems. Today I'll explain what causes fatty liver, why it matters, and how you can fix it fast, through a combination of nutrition changes and intermittent fasting. My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FastingWell YouTube video on this topic: https://www.youtube.co…

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Cardiovascular - Review of Systems 10:36

1+ y ago10:36

10:36

Today I'll go over medical Spanish phrases for a cardiovascular review of systems (ROS). This dialogue is mainly for emergency room clinicians, but other healthcare professionals can likely benefit as well. Focused Beginner Lessons (free): https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/get-beginner-lessons/ Blog version of this dialogue: https://learnmedicals…

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40: 3 Tips to Lose Weight on Vacation (But Still Enjoy Yourself!) 15:21

1+ y ago15:21

15:21

3 tips for how to enjoy your vacation and still lose weight (using intermittent fasting to your advantage). This also applies to family visits, holidays, or other trips. YouTube video on this topic: https://youtu.be/JnIOEEc5whw Get my “Intermittent Fasting Checklist” here: https://fastingwell.com/get-my-if-checklist/ Show notes and resources: https…

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39: How Much Fasting Should You Do? 17:01

1+ y ago17:01

17:01

Fasting is beneficial for most people. But if some is good, is more better? Today I'll share some key questions and real life examples to help you decide how much fasting would make sense for you. Get my “Intermittent Fasting Checklist” here: https://fastingwell.com/get-my-if-checklist/ Show notes and resources: https://fastingwell.com/episode39/…

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Holiday Sale: "Essential EM Spanish" CME course currently $200 off! 1:33

1+ y ago1:33

1:33

The medical Spanish CME course I helped develop called "Essential EM Spanish" is currently on sale! Use code HOLIDAY200 to get $200 off thru Thurs, Dec 15th. (There's also a standing discount for 10% off using code LMS10, in case you hear this later.) More details here: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme…

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Talking about Time w/ Patients 18:12

1+ y ago18:12

18:12

Discussing timelines with patients is super common and useful. What time did an event happen? When did their pain start? And so on. Today I'll teach you the basics of discussing time with your patients. Get my Focused Beginner Lessons (free): https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/get-beginner-lessons/ CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspani…

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38: Pros / Cons of Fasting 19:18

1+ y ago19:18

19:18

Today I explain several advantages and disadvantages of the intermittent fasting lifestyle. I also share some resources and tips to help you avoid common pitfalls related to fasting. Get my “Intermittent Fasting Checklist” here: https://fastingwell.com/get-my-if-checklist/ Get my “Easy Fasting Guide” here: https://fastingwell.com/get-my-easy-fastin…

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37: 7 Supplements I Use, & Why [& Why MOST are Overrated] 25:24

1+ y ago25:24

25:24

Most supplements are overrated, but some are worthwhile. Today I'll break down why most of them are not really necessary, and potentially harmful. I'll also share a list of supplements I personally use, as well as the potential benefits of each of these vitamins, minerals, etc. If you want to see any specific brands I mentioned, check out the list …

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Medical Specialists Revisited [Bigger / Better List] 11:03

1+ y ago11:03

11:03

Here's a new-and-improved list of medical specialists in Spanish. Should be useful for for various healthcare professionals. For more help with medical Spanish, check out the resources below! Get my Focused Beginner Lessons (free): https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/get-beginner-lessons/ Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/medical-sp…

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