In this episode, I continue our rapid review series for the USMLE Step 2CK/3 exams with a discussion of a series of vignettes dealing with “Jugular Venous Distension”. I make lots of integrations with other disciplines and try to explain pathophysiology so you can understand what is going on. Audio Download

In this short podcast, I review the timelines associated with many of the commonly tested psychiatric disorders on the USMLE Step 1-3 exams. Audio Download

In this HY podcast which is a continuation of Ep 451, I discuss 2 other disorders people routinely confuse on exams while explaining key differences between each one. I discuss relevant pathophysiology and also make necessary integrations. Audio Download

Serotonin syndrome is very commonly tested on all the USMLE exams. In this podcast, I discuss relevant pathophysiology and make lots of integrations with other disciplines that many should find helpful. Audio Download

Hypernatremia is very commonly tested on all the USMLE exams. If you want to understand the pathophysiology of hypernatremia, this podcast is what you need. I even discuss the reasoning behind why one treatment comes before the other so you’re not just blindly memorizing some algorithm you learnt somewhere. Audio Download

In this super HY but short podcast, I discuss a host of HY cardio, renal, genetic, and micro pathologies that typically show up on the USMLE Step 2CK and Step 3 exams. Audio Download

In this short podcast, I address specific/practical things that could be done if you don’t match into a residency program (or had to SOAP into a prelim). I also discuss some specific recommendations for the 2023/2024 ERAS cycle that should be applicable to many medical students/IMGs. Audio Download

One of the most common questions I get from people is this: What specific podcast episodes should I listen to on your website? In this podcast, I address this question in detail and also provide recommendations for what could be done for people at different levels of learning. I specifically try to discuss podcasts I … Continue reading Divine Intervention Episode 447: How to use The Divine Intervention Podcasts in 2023

In this HY episode, I discuss certain updates to concepts/ideas I have discussed in previous podcasts. Guidelines and NBME views on certain topics change and I will periodically make these “patch podcasts” so the website stays ahead of the curve with regards to preparing people for all the USMLE exams. Audio Download

In this clutch podcast episode, we discuss pretty much all you need to know about MI complications. They test this stuff on all the USMLE exams. I discuss the basic ones but also venture into a lot of what is not really covered in detail by many resources. I spend time explaining pathophysiology so you’re … Continue reading Divine Intervention Episode 445: The Clutch MI Complications Podcast (Step 1-3)

There are certain patterns of thromboses that our friends at the NBME are very fond of throwing on exams. This podcast discusses common venous and arterial thrombotic patterns that show up on these tests. I discuss pathophysiology as well. Easily one of the highest yield podcasts on this website. Also, pls note that antibiotics are … Continue reading Divine Intervention Episode 444: The Clutch Thromboses Podcast (for Step 1-3)

Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors come in many flavors. They are also very heavily tested on the USMLE exams. The goal of this podcast is to give you the requisite understanding and basically expose you to all the ways these concepts are routinely tested. This podcast will certainly help you muster some easy points on your exam. Audio … Continue reading Divine Intervention Episode 443: The Clutch Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitor Podcast (for Step 1-3)

In this short but HY episode, I do a lot of comparing and contrasting across a wide variety of psychiatric pathologies. I discuss salient differences between closely related concepts so you don’t mix them up on exams. Audio Download

There are certain bits of logic that apply to making a good rank list. This podcast addresses factors that should be considered in making a decision as to where you will be spending your time in residency. Please note that your mileage may vary with these pieces of advice. Audio Download

This podcast is short but addresses a critical point about the high dose dexamethasone suppression test. This long memorized test by many medical students now has a new outlet that has been expressing itself over the last few months. I discuss this new perspective here. Audio Download

Do you struggle with understanding normal and high anion gap metabolic acidosis? This series is exactly what you need. In this first part, I lay the requisite foundation. In the next part, I will focus on examples. This is certainly a super HY topic for all the USMLEs! Audio Download

In this podcast, I continue our rapid review series for the USMLE Step 2/3 exams with a discussion of some HY endocrine, psychiatric, and neurological concepts that often show up on these tests. Audio Download

Infectious complications of IVDU are very heavily tested on all the USMLE exams. In this episode, I thoroughly discuss a host of these complications and try to show you ways they love to test these ideas on the USMLEs. Audio Download

This is probably one of the highest yield podcasts I have ever made for the USMLE exams. Strongly consider listening to this ahead of your test. The USMLEs, on every single exam, love to throw in eye findings in the context of other things to test your ability to identify certain pathologies. This podcast, in … Continue reading Divine Intervention Episode 436: Eye Findings and The USMLEs (floridly HY for Step 1-3)

In this short but ultra HY podcast, I discuss the neuromuscular junction disorders that you need to know for your exams. The NBMEs have in recent times become astute at testing this material in unique ways. This podcast should really help you nail these disorders on your exams. I compare and contrast things, discuss classic/unusual … Continue reading Divine Intervention Episode 435: Diseases of The Neuromuscular Junction (for Step 1-3)

In this HY episode, I discuss some classic vignettes while integrating the relevant physiology, pharmacology, and pathology. I also discuss ways to differentiate some closely related pathologies. Easy points on your test. Audio Download

In this super HY podcast, I discuss a host of commonly tested adverse drug reactions around the blood elements (RBCs, WBCs, platelets). These things show up on almost every USMLE exam. It is a continuation of Episode 387 on the website. If you’re interested in helping with the transcription of my Step 1 podcasts, reach … Continue reading Divine Intervention Episode 433: Adverse Drug Reactions for The USMLE exams Part 2 (Step 1-3)

In this short podcast, I make a concerted effort to discuss lots of commonly tested drugs and associated pathology, pathophysiology, and necessary integrations in a short time frame. This should easily net you some nice points on test day. Audio Download

In this podcast, I address a ton of HY concepts classically tested on the exam with pharmacology, hematology, OBGYN, and other subjects richly represented and integrated. I end with a life lesson on spreading positive impact. Audio Download

In this extremely HY podcast, I discuss the renin angiotensin aldosterone system in detail and also make lots of integrations that show up as exam questions on all the USMLEs. Definitely worth a listen before you take your test. Audio Download

In this podcast, I continue the ICU series from Episode 416 with a discussion of crystalloids (normal saline, lactated ringers, and plasmalyte). I discuss physiology, pathophysiology, benefits of one vs the other, and situations where one is preferred to the other. I also discuss some perils of giving these fluids and the mechanisms behind these … Continue reading Divine Intervention Episode 429: ICU Series Part 2-Crystalloid Solutions

In this short but super HY podcast, I discuss the HY X linked dominant disorders you need to know for the USMLE/COMLEX exams and also spend time discussing probabilities you need to use on exams when asked about this specific inheritance pattern. Audio Download

In this short podcast, I discuss a host of HY integrations with aging, HIV, and EGDs. Very helpful ahead of the USMLE Step 2/3 exams as these concepts are frequently tested. Audio Download

In this super HY episode, I discuss a ton of pharmacological integrations that are classically tested on the USMLE Step 2 and 3 exams. Definitely worth a listen before you take these tests. Audio Download

In this podcast, I continue our in depth review of pulmonology with a discussion of CO2 mechanics and obstructive lung disease. Audio Download

In this short but HY podcast, I discuss some nice rules for remembering the modes of inheritance classically tested on the USMLE exams. Audio Download

In this short podcast, I continue our rapid review series for the USMLE Step 2/3 exams with a discussion of HY genetic defects and joint pathologies that often show up on these tests. Audio Download

In this podcast, I continue our pulm review with a detailed discussion of ventilation and perfusion related ideas. Audio Download

In this podcast, we continue our discussion on pulmonology. As a pro-tip, the stuff covered here is floridly HY for all the USMLE exams (and the peds shelf). Make sure you understand the physiology discussed in this podcast. Audio Download

In this short podcast, I continue our rapid review series for Step 2/3 with a discussion of some HY hematological and renal concepts that commonly trip people up on exams. Audio Download

In this super HY podcast, I delve deep into the physiology of hypoxemia and pay special attention to helping you understand the A-a gradient. I end with a life lesson on the importance of critical thinking. Audio Download

In this podcast, I continue our pulmonary pathophysiology series with a discussion of some ideas relating to ventilation and perfusion. Make sure you understand these as they are very frequently tested on the USMLE exams. Audio Download

In this podcast, I continue our series on pulmonary pathophysiology with a discussion on pulmonary vascular resistance and its physiologic/pathophysiologic integrations. Audio Download

In this podcast, I begin a new series that should help with doing well in an ICU setting. The ultimate goal is to have a curriculum that would help with addressing most commonly encountered issues (with residency and medical student ICU rotations). This podcast lays a foundation for all the future podcasts I’ll be making … Continue reading Divine Intervention Episode 416: ICU Prep For Residents and Medical Students (Part 1-Foundation)

In this short podcast, I continue the rapid review series for the USMLE Step 2/3 exams by discussing a host of embryological, brain, liver, and renal pathologies. Audio Download

In this podcast, I address 18 common errors that should be avoided in writing personal statements. Please note, all of these ideas are my opinions only and should not be taken as fact. Audio Download

In this short podcast, I continue our rapid review series for these exams by discussing a few pathologies that people routinely get wrong. Many of these pathologies are also poorly understood by students so I spend time addressing them in detail. Audio Download

In this short podcast, I continue our rapid review series by discussing a host of malignancies and pathologies that people commonly have issues with on the USMLE Step 2CK/3 exams. Audio Download

Sarcoidosis is a common multi system pathology tested on all the USMLE/COMLEX exams. In this short podcast, I elaborate on what you need to know, describe pathophysiology, and make integrations with different body systems. Audio Download

This podcast focuses on helping you understand some very challenging pulmonary concepts that many give up on. I utilize an extensive set of analogies to help you understand A-a gradients (more on this in the next podcast), diffusion/perfusion limitations, and other testy concepts. Audio Download

Hemoglobin is associated with a subset of questions on all USMLE exams. If you want to truly understand Hb and make integrations with multiple disciplines, this is exactly what you need. Audio Download

In this short podcast, I discuss a host of HY content classically tested on the exam. I emphasize some basic science details from Step 1 that creep up on Step 2/3. Audio Download

In this podcast, I continue our pulmonary pathophysiology series with a discussion of a host of physiological relationships between pulmonary pressures. Audio Download