89 - Tusks & Tumor Suppressors

In this episode, Tony shares a series of fascinating questions regarding the biology of Parkinson's disease! Click here for show notes and click here to obtain AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.5 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (0.5 hours), or ABIM MOC Part 2 (0.5 hours). Resident ...  Show more

This week, we're rebooting Episode 80, originally posted November 8, 2023, in which we asked the question: "Why do we use ACE inhibitors to treat scleroderma renal crisis?" Show Notes for this episode can be found on our website. 

In this episode, Michael and Josh take a dive into the world of driver mutations, looking at two of the most clinically consequential: EGFR and ALK mutations. The work done in these areas has led to treatments that represent incredible advances over chemotherapy. How incredible? ...  Show more

Can sharks get tuberculosis? Why create your own products rather than promote existing products? Where did I exist before I was born? How do I deal with fear of missing out on memes? Is this a sleep podcast or a workout podcast? How do bones heal? Why are envelopes the size they ...  Show more

After losing both parents to bone cancer, one listener wants to know what that means for their own risk. Dr. Sanjay Gupta breaks it down—then tackles another question millions wonder about: Is taking a sleep pill every night worse than waking up over and over again? Learn more ab ...  Show more