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11 Oncologic Emergencies You Need to KnowMedical emergencies can arise as complications of cancer itself and/or its treatment. It is critical that all clinicians, especially emergency medicine specialists, be aware of, and quickly recognize, the potential oncologic emergencies that may occur in these patients, as well as know how to provide urgent and effective care to manage such clinical crises.
June 5, 2019
9 Bug Bites You Need to KnowMost insects and arachnids are benign, but some can inflict painful injuries or transmit harmful pathogens. Learn more about how to trace skin lesions back to the bugs causing them.
June 4, 2019
Hair Disorders: Finding the Root of the ProblemHair loss, or alopecia, can be associated with a wide variety of conditions, from genetic to autoimmune to infectious to environmental. Can you identify and distinguish the most common forms of hair loss?
May 29, 2019
Foreign Bodies: Curious FindingsCommon, curious, and often challenging, foreign bodies carry a unique set of presentations, risks, and treatment options.
May 24, 2019
Growth Disorders: 10 Cases of a Developing ProblemAbnormal growth can be the first indicator of an underlying disease process in an apparently healthy-looking youngster. Can you identify the following growth disorders and their diagnostic strategies?
May 13, 2019
Testicular Disorders: Trouble Doesn't Always Come in PairsThe testes are vulnerable not only to external trauma but also to conditions such as varicocele, hydrocele, orchitis, torsion, cryptorchidism, abscesses, and testicular cancer. Learn more about recognizing and managing the causes of testicular pathology.
May 13, 2019
Idiopathic Pulmonary FibrosisIPF is a chronic, progressive fibrosing interstitial pneumonia of unknown cause that primarily occurs in older adults. How do you identify and manage this frequently fatal condition?
May 1, 2019
Hard Hits: Blunt Force TraumaBlunt force injuries can affect multiple organ systems and are a major cause of morbidity and mortality. Can you identify and manage various types of blunt force trauma, as well as potential associated complications?
May 1, 2019
Rheumatoid Arthritis: In and Out of the JointArthritis exists in multiple forms, including rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis. Do you know the distinguishing features of RA, and are you familiar with the disease's potential extra-articular manifestations?
April 17, 2019
Bacterial Skin Infections: Can You Make the Diagnosis?Bacterial skin infections are very common, with presentations ranging from subtle to alarming. Can you correctly identify these lesions? Test your diagnostic acumen with our slideshow.
April 16, 2019
Don't Bump the Bump: Trauma in PregnancyTrauma is the leading nonobstetric cause of maternal death--and it occurs in an estimated 1 in 12 pregnancies. Learn about predisposing risk factors for, and causes and patterns of, injury in pregnant women, as well as how pregnancy changes affect their management after trauma.
April 2, 2019
Recognizing Renal Cell CarcinomaAlthough many kidney masses are benign, with renal cell carcinoma (RCC) accounting for approximately just 3.8% of all US cancer diagnoses made annually, the possibility of RCC must not be overlooked. Learn more about evaluating these lesions.
March 28, 2019
All About Allergies: Be Ready for SpringIn addition to the common ragweed, other pollinating weeds (eg, Russian thistle), trees, grasses, and molds can cause seasonal allergies. Learn about the different seasonal allergens and their current treatments.
March 22, 2019
Identifying Lesions on Skin of ColorAs US population demographics change, clinicians need to be familiar with variations in the prevalence and clinical presentation of dermatologic disease in people with skin of color. Learn how to recognize various lesions on skin of color.
March 20, 2019
Urinary Bladder Cancer: What You Need to KnowUrinary bladder cancer can affect any site in the urinary tract. Learn more about how understanding the types, grades, and stages of bladder tumors affects treatment decision making and patient outcomes.
March 11, 2019
7 Potentially Devastating Traumatic Brain InjuriesTraumatic brain injury (TBI) is a common global public health problem with potentially catastrophic consequences. Early recognition and prompt treatment are essential to minimizing morbidity and mortality. Learn more about 7 TBIs that may have devastating effects.
David Chelmow, MD, Leo J Dunn Professor and Chair, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center
John Geibel, MD, DSc, MSc, AGAF, Vice Chair and Professor, Department of Surgery, Section of Gastrointestinal Medicine, Professor, Department of Cellular and Molecular Physiology, Yale University School of Medicine; Director of Surgical Research, Department of Surgery, Yale-New Haven Hospital
Lars J Grimm, MD, MHS, Assistant Professor, Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Duke University Medical Center
James Lee, MD, Edwin K and Anne C Weiskopf Associate Professor of Surgical Oncology, Chief, Endocrine Surgery, Vice Chairman, New Media, Founder, COACHmed, Department of Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center
David J Maron, MD, FACC, FAHA, Clinical Professor of Medicine (Cardiovascular), Director, Preventive Cardiology, ISCHEMIA Trial Co-Chair/PI, Stanford University School of Medicine
Arlen D Meyers, MD, MBA, Professor of Otolaryngology, Dentistry, and Engineering, University of Colorado School of Medicine
Kathy D Miller, MD, Professor of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Co-Director, Breast Cancer Program, Indiana University Simon Cancer Center
Thomas M Wheeler, MD, Chairman, Department of Pathology and Immunology, WL Moody, Jr, Professor of Pathology, Professor of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine
