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ECGs can feel intimidating with their spikes, waves, and intervals — but they don’t have to be. This guide offers an easy mnemonic, proper lead placement tips, and a structured step-by-step method so you can read an ECG confidently, whether you’re a medical student, IMG, or junior doctor.

Bleeped to a fall? Here’s a clear, step-by-step post-falls assessment guide for junior doctors in the NHS – from injuries to documentation and escalation.

Leaving hospital too early or without proper support can be dangerous. This guide explains unsafe discharge from hospital in the UK and how to stay protected.

A 19 year old with visual afterimages and auditory echoes was found to have a lesion in her brain. A case of Palinopsia and Palinacusis that reminds us - subtle symptoms can signal something deeper...

ABG interpretation made easy for students and IMGs. Learn the basics of acid-base balance and how to read ABG results step by step.

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) refers to blood clots forming in the venous circulation. It includes deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, both of which are...

Struggling with DNAR forms and conversations? This practical guide for UK and IMG doctors explains what DNAR means, who signs it, when to discuss, and how to document it safely.

Break down the major types of delusion—persecutory, grandiose, jealous, and more—with simple explanations, clinical insight, and a touch of humour.