St. Paul's Morning Report
47 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWhen physicians work together, the patients reap the rewards. This podcast joins a dynamic mix of doctors with different specialties and interests, who come together to discuss challenging cases. Working through obstacles, examining different techniques of approach and debating alternative practices; the group ventures down many paths to get the right diagnosis and treatment for their patients. New findings, medical studies and interesting topics are discussed.
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Episodes
Case Solving via Venn Diagrams
December 28, 2023 22:33 - 1 hour - 49.7 MBIn today's episode, the team is joined by Dr. Amanda Ames who presents a case that really stumps the masses. Grab your pen and stand ready at your nearest white board, this one takes some mapping.
That's Just Not Right
September 28, 2023 04:05 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBIn today's episode, Dr Josh Budlovsky presents from Victoria, BC a case that changed the way he practices. This is one of those, somethings just not right moments where you have nothing but a feeling to go on.
Not-So-Good's Syndrome
May 17, 2023 03:48 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBDr. Alex Bohm schools host's Barry Chan, Barry Kassen, Gerald da Roza, and Daniel Ennis on a disease they've never heard of before!
A Difference of Opinion
April 11, 2023 04:39 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBDr. Natanya Russek, Chief Medical Resident at RCH joins the group to present a case involving multiple specialties and a variety of potential diagnoses. This case brings to light how a succinct presentation can result in a difference of opinion and ultimately the potential of alternate diagnoses and treatment methods. Listen in and add your thoughts to the conversation!
Who You Know Matters
March 12, 2023 03:30 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBToday the group is joined by Dr Eric Zhao who presents a case that leaves some of the crew unconvinced. If you don't know the answer, than it matters who you know!
It's fine. She's fine. Everything's ... fine?
February 16, 2023 21:07 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBAfter a long hiatus, the group is back with some new voices and new cases! In todays case, Dr. Sabina Freiman introduces us to a patient whose presentation does not match the findings. The group discusses irregularities in results and whether chasing a diagnosis could in fact be creating a 'sick' patient where there isn't one.
Mr. Unlucky
July 06, 2022 13:46 - 33 minutes - 28 MBIn today's episode, Dr. Thomas Hahn and Dr. Ryan Henrie team up to present a case to the group. This case examines the likelihood of your primary diagnosis being both right and wrong.
We're International!
June 23, 2022 04:43 - 50 minutes - 40.9 MBThe members of the St Paul's Morning report sent out the call and Dr. Michael Cammarata answered! Listen in to our first international case to see if you can spot the similarities, differences or even solve the case.
A Brain Teaser
March 25, 2022 04:23 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBOur humble hosts are presented with an unfortunate case of a marathon runner who suddenly finds himself incapacitated, hospitalized, with a neurological presentation that baffles his medical team... Yikes. Listen in to see how they muddle through.
Serendipity
November 18, 2021 21:48 - 1 hour - 71.6 MBDo you believe in coincidence? How about serendipity? Today the group is joined by Internal Medicine PGY-2 Dr. Alastair Williams who presents a case that brings everyone to a stand still. Is it possible to solve a case if you're unable to connect the dots? Have a listen to see if you can make the diagnosis! https://stpaulsmorningreport.com/category/podcast/
How Sure Are You?
September 30, 2021 15:29 - 56 minutes - 52.6 MBToday's case is presented by Dr. Jordan Friedmann, a PGY3 Internal Medicine Resident. He walks us through a case that involves many different opinions and treatment path options. The group examines how crucial the advise of many disciplines can be and the importance of owning your case as the most responsible physician. https://stpaulsmorningreport.com/category/podcast/
Sherlock Holmes
September 19, 2021 15:42 - 47 minutes - 47.9 MBIn this episode we examine how valuable words can be and how quickly the picture can change. Do you trust your investigation skills? Can you think outside the box? Today's episode has everyone scratching their heads - tune in now to find out why! https://stpaulsmorningreport.com/category/podcast/
Snowball
August 07, 2021 18:17 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBJoin us as we watch a simple case snowball into a hard one. And this time it's not our fault! https://stpaulsmorningreport.com/2021/08/07/s5-e14-snowball/
Looks like a duck, quacks like a duck, why isn't it a duck!
May 28, 2021 23:57 - 47 minutes - 50.8 MBIn today's long awaited episode, we are joined by Internal Medicine resident Dr. Adam Chruscicki. We follow a patient over many years and discuss the difficulties when all the puzzle pieces seem present, but we are still unable to find the solution.
Chasing the diagnosis
April 19, 2021 11:36 - 59 minutes - 65 MBToday, Dr Derin Karacabeyli (Future Chief Resident at St Paul's Hospital!) joins the group to discuss an interesting case that he was involved with. This one strikes a bit of a nerve with the crew on many fronts. Have a listen and see if you can relate to any of the discussions had.
Danny's Hail Mary
March 28, 2021 23:27 - 46 minutes - 50.7 MBIn this episode, Dr. John Doering presents a case to the team that teaches everyone a new lesson. Have a listen. Let's see if you knew what we didn't.
The Brown Herring
March 13, 2021 16:59 - 1 hour - 68.6 MBIn today's episode, Dr. Taylor Drury presents a difficult case which involved multiple specialties to achieve a diagnosis. But when there is a lacking differential, does the loudest voice determine the course of action? We invite you to listen along and see if you would have done anything differently.
The Morning Report Spills the Tea
February 13, 2021 23:41 - 44 minutes - 50.3 MBWell folks, its been some time since we checked in so today is the day! Tune in to hear about who we are, how the podcast came to be, what our recommendations are for other podcasts and answer some listener questions.
Thomas is back!
January 28, 2021 03:37 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBAfter a long hiatus from the St Paul's Morning Report team, Dr. Thomas Roston has returned to present a fascinating case involving genetics and dermatology. In this episode, we span many years and explore the importance of obtaining a detailed patient history and trusting our gut instincts.
Insane in the Peritoneal Membrane
January 08, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 73 MBDr. Anthony Gador proves once and for all that we shouldn't have our own podcast. Spoiler alert! It's an infection! Or is it? It is. .....or is it?
S5 E6 Elina's Reindeer
December 25, 2020 05:00 - 43 minutes - 46.2 MBToday we explore the case of a healthy man whose symptoms of headache and dyspnea at first glance seem to be obviously explained, until things don't go quite as expected. Stay tuned as we explore the causes for our patients presentation and how that changes as the clinical course progresses.
Elina's Reindeer
December 25, 2020 05:00 - 43 minutes - 46.2 MBToday we explore the case of a healthy man whose symptoms of headache and dyspnea at first glance seem to be obviously explained, until things don't go quite as expected. Stay tuned as we explore the causes for our patients presentation and how that changes as the clinical course progresses.
Allergy Hour with Persia
December 11, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 32.5 MBThe group was a bit concerned about the type of case Dr. Persia Pourshahnazari would be presenting but they dove in nonetheless and were not disappointed! How comfortable are you at challenging? Would you expose a patient to their potential allergen to test your diagnosis? Join in on the conversation as Persia delivers an awe inspiring, brain melting, google-it worthy case.
One Trip Too Many?
November 27, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBWhile BK is away, Danny and Steph take a crack at solving a case presented by Dr. Katie Wiskar. Her patient presents with episodic symptoms of fever, malaise and myalgia, weight loss, fatigue, a non productive cough, chest pain, a trip to Cuba and a trip to Mexico ... do you think you have a diagnosis? Join the conversation and test your knowledge.
Trekking on through
November 13, 2020 05:00 - 58 minutes - 61.9 MBKatrina is back! Dr. Dutkiewicz returns to present a recent case of a female presenting with a bilateral rash, progressive swelling and abdominal pain. Not all our cases require a Rheumatology fellowship ... but it certainly doesn't hurt! Listen along and diagnose with the group.
B or C Anchor
October 30, 2020 04:00 - 50 minutes - 54.6 MBThe team is back and this week Dr. Peter van Stolk is at the helm. Peter wastes no time throwing the group into the deep end - a 60 year old male presenting with lower extremity petechiae .. but obviously, that can't be all!
Dazed and Confused and Hypernatremic
October 16, 2020 04:00 - 55 minutes - 61.4 MBIn the midst of the COVID Pandemic, we have started recording episodes from home. We will be inviting guest hosts to present their tricky cases to the team. Listen in as they bumble their way to a conclusion that may just blow your mind. In this episode, Dr. Andrew Kochan walks us through a case that starts out with a classic Internal Medicine consult: confusion and lightheadedness. But the story goes off the rails pretty fast.
This Little Piggy
November 01, 2019 03:51 - 51 minutes - 59.1 MBWell that escalated! Dr. Ennis presents a case to the group that very quickly changes from an every day issue to something that requires constant updating and collaboration.
A Challenge For All - Patient Interview
October 29, 2019 15:10 - 19 minutes - 20.9 MB'Mrs. S' is back! Dr. Ennis sits down with the patient of our very first podcast 'A Challenging Case' We get to experience how she felt while going through the extended diagnosis process and what she views as the most important factors in health.
Don't Be Distracted
October 29, 2019 14:57 - 56 minutes - 59.2 MBOur investigations for a patient with acute neurological decline yields data suggesting competing diagnoses. The group weighs the infectious and autoimmune possibilities as well as treatment options, especially in the face of clinical deterioration.
Roses Are Red... My Hand Is Turning Blue
October 25, 2019 21:26 - 58 minutes - 60.1 MBIn this episode, we explore the extended case of a woman initially presenting with a hypertensive emergency that turned out to be... well, something else. We'll hear a few potential diagnoses from Dr. Ennis that I'm sure many of you (as I) have never heard of before. To find the final answer, however, it seems the devil is in the details.
Exploding Organs - Patient Interview
October 25, 2019 21:24 - 38 minutes - 41 MBWith the help of the patient themselves, Dr. Daniel Ennis revisits a difficult case where the patient's organs had begun to spontaneously 'explode' We check in on how he's doing now, what new symptoms he has and where he is currently with his condition.
When It Raynaud's, It Pours
October 25, 2019 21:22 - 42 minutes - 48.5 MBThe group is back to discuss a case presented by Dr. Daniel Ennis. Nothing is ever straight forward with St. Paul's Morning Report and today's case is no exception! How strong are your rheumatology differentials? Develop your own personal diagnosis right along side the group.
Curious DiGeorge
July 14, 2019 04:47 - 58 minutes - 58.5 MBIn this episode, Daniel and Stephane present a case they worked on together involving a genetic syndrome and a mysterious symptom complex. What is the next step when Internal Medicine, Rheumatology, Immunology, Infectious Diseases and Hematology cant find the cause of a fever? How could we have solved this one sooner?
Stones, Moans & Groans: Hypercalcemia - But Why?
July 14, 2019 00:21 - 29 minutes - 28.8 MBWhen a patient presents with recurrent kidney stones, the reason seems clear - persistent hypercalcemia. But why, and why now? Dr Janet Simons leads the group through a fascinating case where knowledge truly is power.
Don't Poke The Bear
July 13, 2019 15:48 - 45 minutes - 47.5 MBAn oldie, but a goodie. This episode was the beginning of the St. Paul's Morning Report; it was the very first ever recorded. Amid the noisy hospital setting, Dr. Roston walks us through a case demonstrating how diagnostic testing can potentially lead to harm in patients.
Follow The Cobblestone Road
July 13, 2019 15:39 - 40 minutes - 40.6 MBIn this episode, a patient presents with progressive bloody diarrhea and weight loss whose diagnosis is called into question over and over again when things just don't seem to be getting better.
Many Cooks In The Kitchen
July 13, 2019 15:32 - 47 minutes - 51.3 MBBefore our technology went 'professional', there was a group of physicians with a computer and the desire to share interesting cases far and wide. This episode comes from the Morning Report vault and it examines if there is such a thing as too much intervention. Is there a limit on the number of specialists that should be involved? Dr. Roston walks a through a case where there just may have been Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen
Episode 4
February 19, 2019 22:55 - 38 minutes - 37.3 MBIn this episode, Daniel takes us through a seemingly straightforward case that ends up taking a few unexpected turns. The team discusses what to do with an unexpected and asymptomatic imaging finding. They also try to differentiate a rare manifestation of a common disease from a common presentation of a rare disease. Publications from some of the local experts help them make sense of a tough case.
Episode 3
February 18, 2019 03:31 - 43 minutes - 43.5 MBA woman with sudden onset pain is seen by multiple specialties and no one can agree on where her pain is located or what might be the cause. The panel discuss how to approach a case when the answer seems obvious but unsatisfactory.
Episode 2
February 18, 2019 03:29 - 28 minutes - 29.6 MBDr. Roston presents a case where the patients symptoms do not provide a clear indication of the diagnosis. He educates us on mitral valve prolapse and 'syndrome x' while raising the question on search satisfying biases. Once you feel a main diagnosis is made, should you stop investigating?
Episode 1
February 18, 2019 03:18 - 52 minutes - 50.3 MBIn this episode, Dr. Katrina takes us on a journey that leaves our jaws wide open. None of us would have expected this diagnosis and all of us have learned something. Listen in and join the conversation.
Season Break Shout Out!
September 26, 2018 02:03 - 43 seconds - 559 KBWhat have we been up to? Listen in to hear an update from one of our hosts, Dr. Daniel Ennis.
Exploding Organs
May 28, 2018 18:23 - 53 minutes - 59.3 MBIn this episode Dr. Daniel Ennis leads us through an old case with new symptoms. With the help of Dr. Barry Kassen, the group explores the approach to an individual whose organs seem to keep "exploding". How do you deal with diagnostic uncertainty? What is your threshold to treat?Is there anything IgG4 can't do? When in doubt, start from the beginning.
Feeling Blue
May 15, 2018 22:34 - 56 minutes - 61.2 MBIn this episode, Dr. Daniel Ennis explores a rare case that stumps our panel. At the end of the episode, we reach out to our listeners.. have you any suggestions? Could you solve this case? Why is she blue?
From Bad To Worse..To Worse
February 15, 2018 17:43 - 41 minutes - 53 MBIn this episode, Dr. Daniel Ennis leads us through a complicated case where a relatively stable patient, celebrating the birth of her child, finds herself in a confusing and exhaustive search to determine her diagnosis.
A Challenge for All
December 18, 2017 23:38 - 57 minutes - 59.7 MBIn this episode, Dr. Daniel Ennis presents a challenging case that has developed over an extended amount of time. The group discusses treatment methods, relevant research as well as the age old question of "what would you do, if this was you?" How agressive should treatments be, when the diagnoses is not guaranteed.. join us to find out!