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Dr. Matt and Dr. Mike's Medical Podcast

176 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 277 ratings

Dr Matt Barton and Dr Mike Todorovic are Senior Lecturers of Anatomy and Physiology at Griffth University. They love teaching people about how the body works!

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Episodes

Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)

September 21, 2022 22:27 - 51 minutes - 117 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike define and discuss the various causes of acute kidney injury. Including pre-renal, intra-renal, and post-renal causes!!

Blood Pressure Drugs | Antihypertensives

September 15, 2022 20:52 - 59 minutes - 95.8 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt & Dr Mike go through the A,B,C,D, and E of drugs used to treat hypertension!

Hypertension

September 08, 2022 07:08 - 1 hour - 121 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt & Dr Mike do a deep dive on hypertension! Risk factors, causes, types, side effects, and more!!

Blood Pressure

August 26, 2022 02:47 - 1 hour - 129 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike define and discuss all the factors that affect blood pressure in the body!

Atherosclerosis

August 18, 2022 22:58 - 1 hour - 158 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike discuss the history, anatomy, physiology, risk factors, pathogenesis, pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of atherosclerosis.

The Cardiovascular System

August 12, 2022 21:19 - 1 hour - 127 MB

What is the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system? This episode explore the internal and external anatomy of the heart, blood flood through the heart and vessels, the conduction system of the heart and how ECGs (EKGs) can measure this, blood flow, cardiac output, and blood pressure!

Eye Twitch - Medical Minutes

June 17, 2022 04:18 - 25 minutes - 34.4 MB

In this episode of Medical Minutes, Dr Matt and Dr Mike discuss what an eye twitch is, the causes, and the cures..

The 4 Tissue Types | Epithelia, Connective, Nervous, and Muscle

May 30, 2022 01:04 - 1 hour - 94.3 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike discuss the four tissues that make up the body. These include Epithelial, Connective, Nervous and Muscle tissue. This episode is great for anyone who wants to understand how the body is put together.

Infectious Agents | Viruses, Prions, Bacteria, Fungi, Protozoa, and Helminths (Worms)

March 10, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 134 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike discuss all the living (and non-living) organisms that can cause disease. This includes, viruses, prions, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and helminths (worms).

Homeostasis

February 24, 2022 21:44 - 47 minutes - 54.2 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike discuss the MOST IMPORTANT concept in physiology - homeostasis

Electrolyte Physiology (Na+, K+, Cl-, Ca2+, and Mg2+)

February 05, 2022 05:09 - 2 hours - 138 MB

In this BIG episode, Dr Matt & Dr Mike discuss electrolytes and ions! They explain what important roles substances like sodium (Na+), Potassium (K+), Chloride (Cl-), Calcium (Ca2+), and Magnesium (Mg2+) play in the body! What happens when we have too much or too little??

Liver Function Tests (LFTs) - What are they?

January 03, 2022 22:16 - 1 hour - 110 MB

Liver function tests (LFTs) are a group of blood tests that provide information on the function of a person's liver. This episode Dr Matt & Dr Mike explain what each liver function test represents. This includes bilirubin, albumin, AST, ALT, ALP, and GGT. **This episode is not intended to diagnose. It is for education purposes only. Always consult your healthcare provider if you have issues with your health**

Bilirubin Metabolism and Jaundice

December 14, 2021 02:44 - 1 hour - 158 MB

in this episode, Dr Mike and Dr Matt explore how our body deals with old or damaged red blood cells. They walk through the metabolism of bilirubin (a toxic breakdown product of red blood cells) and discuss what happens if this bilirubin isn't removed from the body or accumulates - resulting in a yellow discolouration of the skin, called Jaundice.

What it takes to be a surgeon | with Dr Rhea Liang

November 05, 2021 00:05 - 1 hour - 96.6 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike speak with the amazingly accomplished surgeon Dr Rhea Liang about her life and journey becoming a surgeon.

Urinalysis - What is in your wee?

September 16, 2021 22:28 - 1 hour - 149 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt & Dr Mike explore what information can be gathered from your wee! They review colour, smell, taste(?!), specific gravity, pH, glucose, ketones, red blood cells, proteins, nitrites, white blood cells, and bilirubin/urobilinogen.

Lymphatic System

August 29, 2021 04:15 - 1 hour - 136 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike talk about the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system. Covering its immune role, vessels and glands, and role in fluid homeostasis.

Cardiac Output (CO = HR x SV)

August 11, 2021 03:41 - 44 minutes - 102 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike explore the factors that influence cardiac output (CO). This includes Heart Rate (HR) and Stroke Volume (SV). They explain the anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology that can alter these factors and talk about the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, preload, after load, and contractility.

Hiccups - Medical Minutes

July 18, 2021 00:30 - 29 minutes - 53.6 MB

In this episode of Medical Minutes, Dr Matt has prepared while Dr Mike has no idea that the topic is HICCUPS!

Pharmacokinetics

July 09, 2021 01:58 - 1 hour - 140 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt & Dr Mike discuss pharmacokinetics (how your body alters a drug) and explore the 4 stages; Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion.

Farts - Medical Minutes

June 25, 2021 00:01 - 22 minutes - 51.7 MB

This is the first on many bonus episodes that Dr Matt & Dr Mike will release!! Welcome to Medical Minutes, where Dr Matt and Dr Mike will discuss a weird or wonderful function of the body! Today, FARTS!!

Cortisol: The Stress Hormone

May 23, 2021 23:20 - 1 hour - 137 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt & Dr Mike explore what physiological stress is. They discuss the difference between acute and chronic stress, and explore the important role of cortisol in keeping us alive during stressful situations.

Alcohol (w/ Matt Donnelly)

April 13, 2021 05:05 - 1 hour - 160 MB

This episode was so much fun! Dr Matt & Dr Mike talk everything alcohol with Vegas comedian, magician, and podcaster, Matt Donnelly. They discuss; types of alcohol, history of alcohol, how it is produced, absorbed, blood alcohol limits, metabolism, its effects on the body (short term and long term), hangovers and hangover cures, 'breaking the seal', and a few personal stories thrown in there! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: Dr Mike Todorovic: @drmiketodorovic Dr Matt Barton: @drbartox Mat...

Alcohol (with Comedian Matt Donnelly)

April 13, 2021 05:05 - 1 hour - 160 MB

This episode was so much fun! Dr Matt & Dr Mike talk everything alcohol with Vegas comedian, magician, and podcaster, Matt Donnelly. They discuss; types of alcohol, history of alcohol, how it is produced, absorbed, blood alcohol limits, metabolism, its effects on the body (short term and long term), hangovers and hangover cures, 'breaking the seal', and a few personal stories thrown in there! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: Dr Mike Todorovic: @drmiketodorovic Dr Matt Barton: @drbartox Mat...

Dietary Fats and Blood Lipids (w/ Dr Kevin Klatt)

March 30, 2021 02:22 - 1 hour - 153 MB

Dr Matt & Dr Mike discuss dietary fats and blood lipids (triglycerides, cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and VLDL) with Dr Kevin Klatt. Dr Klatt has a PhD in molecular nutrition and is a registered dietician at Baylor College of Medicine.

Adaptive Immune System

March 12, 2021 01:17 - 54 minutes - 125 MB

How does our body target specific pathogens for destruction? What are B and T cells? Dr Matt & Dr Mike will make the complex adaptive immune system EASY!

Vaccines

January 28, 2021 02:20 - 1 hour - 140 MB

In this episode Dr Matt & Dr Mike discuss everything vaccines! Start - 0:07:37 : What is immunity? 0:07:37 - 0:16:24 : The 4 Types of Immunity 0:16:24 - 0:39:42 : History of Vaccines 0:39:42 - 0:49:00 : Herd Immunity 0:49:00 - 1:02:05 : Types of Vaccines 1:02:05 - 1:08:40 : Vaccine Myths 1:08:40 - End : COVID-19 Vaccines

Innate Immune System

January 17, 2021 08:46 - 1 hour - 131 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike explore the following components of the innate immune system; cells (macrophages, mast cells, leukocytes, and NK cells), chemicals (compliment and cytokines), and physiological responses (inflammation and fever).

Delirium

November 22, 2020 22:20 - 59 minutes - 135 MB

This episode was an eye opener! Delirium is poorly understood and very common. Luckily, Professor Andy Teodorczuk is here to help us understand what Delirium is and how it is treated.

Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)

November 04, 2020 03:50 - 1 hour - 150 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt & Dr Mike are joined by Doctor, Lawyer, and Disability Advocate, Dr Dinesh Palipana OAM. Dr Palipana has also experienced a spinal cord injury, being the first quadriplegic doctor in Queensland, Australia. He talks about his experience with spinal cord injury as both a doctor and a patient.

The Spinal Cord

October 21, 2020 00:59 - 52 minutes - 120 MB

Is the spinal cord more like a highway or an elevator in a multi-story building? In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike explain the anatomy and physiology of the spinal cord.

Drug Addiction and Abuse (w/ Dr Kieran Kennedy)

October 04, 2020 21:39 - 1 hour - 130 MB

What is drug addiction? How is it different to other addictions like gambling? What is drug abuse? What is withdrawal? When does drug use become a "problem"? How is drug abuse treated? And more!

Blood

September 21, 2020 03:34 - 1 hour - 151 MB

Dr Matt & Dr Mike discuss everything about blood! What are its components? What does it do? Everything an aspiring health professional, or interested person, could ever want to know!!

Episode 72 - Testosterone

September 01, 2020 03:46 - 1 hour - 158 MB

In this episode Dr matt and Dr Mike discuss the role of testosterone in embryological development, masculinization, muscle growth and development, exercise and performance, and in the treatment of hypogonadism.

Testosterone

September 01, 2020 03:46 - 1 hour - 158 MB

In this episode Dr matt and Dr Mike discuss the role of testosterone in embryological development, masculinization, muscle growth and development, exercise and performance, and in the treatment of hypogonadism.

Episode 71 - Male Reproductive System

August 13, 2020 01:45 - 1 hour - 158 MB

In this episode we explore the tubes, glands, and structures of the male reproductive tract! The journey begins at the testes, moves to the epididymis, ductus (vas) deferens, prostate, seminal vesicles, ejaculatory ducts, urethra, penis, and erection and ejaculation.

Male Reproductive System

August 13, 2020 01:45 - 1 hour - 158 MB

In this episode we explore the tubes, glands, and structures of the male reproductive tract! The journey begins at the testes, moves to the epididymis, ductus (vas) deferens, prostate, seminal vesicles, ejaculatory ducts, urethra, penis, and erection and ejaculation.

Episode 70 - Shock

July 22, 2020 23:18 - 1 hour - 145 MB

Shock is a critical condition that is brought on by a sudden drop in blood flow through the body. The circulatory system fails to maintain adequate blood flow, sharply curtailing the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to vital organs. In this episode we discuss the types, causes, and treatments of shock.

Shock

July 22, 2020 23:18 - 1 hour - 145 MB

Shock is a critical condition that is brought on by a sudden drop in blood flow through the body. The circulatory system fails to maintain adequate blood flow, sharply curtailing the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to vital organs. In this episode we discuss the types, causes, and treatments of shock.

Episode 69 - Medical Conspiracies (with Dr Steven Novella)

July 10, 2020 06:35 - 1 hour - 148 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike are joined by Clinical Neurologist and Fellow of the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry, Dr Steven Novella. They discuss conspiracy thinking in medicine and explore what drives people away from science-based thinking. Dr Novella offers some insight from his clinical experience and explains how (or if) we can address people with incorrect views.

Medical Conspiracies (feat. Dr Steven Novella)

July 10, 2020 06:35 - 1 hour - 148 MB

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike are joined by Clinical Neurologist and Fellow of the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry, Dr Steven Novella. They discuss conspiracy thinking in medicine and explore what drives people away from science-based thinking. Dr Novella offers some insight from his clinical experience and explains how (or if) we can address people with incorrect views.

Episode 68 - Inflammation

June 17, 2020 05:03 - 55 minutes - 128 MB

Inflammation is the body's response to damage. Specifically damage to vascularised tissue. In this episode Dr Matt and Dr Mike explain the cardinal signs of inflammation, the chemicals involved in the inflammatory response, and the drugs used to treat inflammation.

Inflammation

June 17, 2020 05:03 - 55 minutes - 128 MB

Inflammation is the body's response to damage. Specifically damage to vascularised tissue. In this episode Dr Matt and Dr Mike explain the cardinal signs of inflammation, the chemicals involved in the inflammatory response, and the drugs used to treat inflammation.

The Stomach

June 01, 2020 21:20 - 1 hour - 142 MB

In this episode Dr Matt & Dr Mike discuss everything about the stomach! Including; anatomy, embryology, physiology, histology, and disease!

Episode 67 - The Stomach

June 01, 2020 21:20 - 1 hour - 142 MB

In this episode Dr Matt & Dr Mike discuss everything about the stomach! Including; anatomy, embryology, physiology, histology, and disease!

Prostate Gland

May 12, 2020 04:32 - 1 hour - 151 MB

What is the prostate? Where can it be found? What does it do? How did it develop during embryology? What prostate disorders are there?

Episode 66 - Prostate Gland

May 12, 2020 04:32 - 1 hour - 151 MB

What is the prostate? Where can it be found? What does it do? How did it develop during embryology? What prostate disorders are there?

Episode 65 - Membrane Transport (Passive vs. Active Transport)

March 17, 2020 02:03 - 1 hour - 160 MB

In this episode we discuss osmosis, diffusion, primary active transport, and secondary active transport.

Membrane Transport (Passive vs. Active Transport)

March 17, 2020 02:03 - 1 hour - 160 MB

In this episode we discuss osmosis, diffusion, primary active transport, and secondary active transport.

COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

March 16, 2020 06:12 - 42 minutes - 97.4 MB

What is it? Where did it begin? What are the symptoms? How does it compare to other viruses? How do we test? What is the treatment? What can WE do to prevent it?

Episode 64 - COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

March 16, 2020 06:12 - 42 minutes - 97.4 MB

What is it? Where did it begin? What are the symptoms? How does it compare to other viruses? How do we test? What is the treatment? What can WE do to prevent it?