Here are the PDF notes for episode 125

In this episode, Dr Chris Decker discusses the use of checklists and mnemomics in the care of post-operative surgery patients.

After listening to this episode, learners will be able to:

• Describe the use of checklists and mnemonic memory aids in the care of surgical patients
• Define DAVID’s PAW, WOLF and TOIL

In this episode, Dr Erik Beuker discusses trauma thoracotomy.

After listening to this episode, learners will be able to:
• Describe the basic steps in trauma thoracotomy
• List indications and contraindications to trauma thoracotomy
• List outcomes from trauma thoracotomy

Here are the PDF notes for episode 124.

Here are the PDF notes for episode 123

In this episode, Darwin Wan discusses the neurosurgical ophthalmic examination. After listening to this episode, learner should be able to:

·      List eight components of the neurosurgical ophthalmic examination.

·      Perform a basic neurosurgical ophthalmic examination.

Here are the PDF notes for episode 122.

In this episode, Erin Boschee discusses melanoma. After listening to this episode, learners will be able to:

·      List risk factors for the development of melanoma

·      Describe how to diagnose and stage melanoma

·      Identify factors that affect prognosis

·      Describe the principles of the surgical treatment of melanoma