In Module Four – Welcome to the Operating Theater: A Glimpse into Neurosurgery First, let’s understand the key differences between a neurologist and a neurosurgeon. Though often confused, these specialties have distinct roles and training paths: A neurosurgeon is a surgeon specializing in brain and spinal cord surgery, with primary surgical training and secondary neurology … Read more
The Silent Epidemic: Colorectal Cancer Let’s look at some USA death statistics and view it in perspective? Nearly 3000 people died in the horrific 9-11 attacks. Over a period of 9 years during the war in Iraq, just over 33000 American soldiers died. Every year 50 000 Americans die due to Colorectal cancer! … Read more
The muscular system and the skeletal system are intimately associated regarding function and purpose -making movement not only possible but making movement of the different parts of the body an intricate culmination of complex science and amazingly beautiful art. Think about workers using the complex leverage systems of the muscles, bones and joints of the … Read more
Reviewed by Dr Lawrize Stofberg (O&G Specialist, Aberdeen, UK) Obstetrics and gynecology Please note: Contains information about human reproduction – quite appropriate for viewers in high school – please ask for parental guidance if unsure! * * * * * * * * * * Obstetrics and gynecology (common abbreviations: OB/GYN, OBG, O&G or Obs & Gynae) are … Read more
~by Don Osborne from ~INQUARTA How do you become a medical doctor in the United States? Although it isn’t for the faint-hearted, with planning and perseverance it can be done! Nevertheless, gone are the days when academic excellence only will guarantee you a place in Medical School. Medical School selection committees are looking at a … Read more
Gloves Gloves are the most common type of personal protective equipment (PPE). Gloves are considered a barrier protecting both you and your patient from the transfer of harmful microorganisms. Always use gloves when you work on a patient. Hygienically prepare your hands before gloving and clean your hands again after removing the gloves and before … Read more
The time for the arrival of the new addition to the family is here! The first step is to get mommy safely to the hospital and admitted into the maternity ward – and off they go to theater for a Caesarian section under spinal anesthesia – making the operation to deliver the baby by C-SECTION … Read more
Following the successful completion of your Apprentice Doctor Course, you might be wondering what your next step will be. For many of you, the obvious answer is joining a volunteer medical program at a nearby hospital. Doing volunteer services in the USA, UK or Europe is often a bland experience with students looking at medical procedures at … Read more
This is a true story. Only people’s names have been changed Mr Brown’s Story Mr. Brown – let’s call him Jack – was lying on his back in my reception area on a bench, his wife on another chair, and I was unsure if he was quite compus mentis (mentally normal). He stood … Read more
It was spring, a lovely warm spring morning like any other with the sun’s rays shining brightly through the bathroom window, but all was not well. Henry stood in front of the bathroom mirror, “Oh no, not again!” He exclaimed. Like a lot of teenagers, Henry has been suffering with acne. At first it was … Read more
