Medical Journal March 11, 2023

Published Date: 17 Mar 2023

Today's top news includes: New study finds millions of people around the world are having heart attacks after being tested for COVID-19 vaccines...

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When Grief Was Called Hysteria

A young woman grieving a miscarriage was labeled "hysteria." Dr Loshi Rajen reflects on diagnostic bias, the enduring power of psychiatric labels, and the importance of recognizing normal grief.

The Heart of the Matter

How a cardiac procedure exposed the tension between a mother’s autonomy and her son’s medical expertise.

The Dose Is Too High: Rethinking TKI Dosing

Standard TKI doses are often too high for long-term care. Dr Mark Kris shares his strategy for smart dose reductions that protect patient outcomes.

Optimizing Therapy in Early Stage HER2+ Breast Cancer

Cure rates are climbing, and so is the complexity of getting there. Dr Yara Abdou takes a closer look at optimizing HER2+ early-stage breast cancer therapy.

The ‘Pack-Year’ Approach to Cardiac Risk Management

The Curbsiders share practical insights on navigating complex cardiac risk factors and optimizing cholesterol.

The Looming 100-Million Cancer Workforce Crisis

Global workforce inequities are widening the cancer survival gap. Prof David Kerr highlights the stark realities and calls for an improved training approach.

Todays Updates

Jazz Seeks Second-Line Lurbinectedin SCLC Withdrawal

The planned label change follows failure of lurbinectedin to improve overall survival in the phase 3 postmarketing trial; the first-line maintenance indication remains unaffected.

Todays Updates

Jazz Seeks Second-Line Lurbinectedin SCLC Withdrawal

The planned label change follows failure of lurbinectedin to improve overall survival in the phase 3 postmarketing trial; the first-line maintenance indication remains unaffected.

Latest News

A young woman grieving a miscarriage was labeled "hysteria." Dr Loshi Rajen reflects on diagnostic bias, the enduring power of psychiatric labels, and the importance of recognizing normal grief.

How a cardiac procedure exposed the tension between a mother’s autonomy and her son’s medical expertise.

Standard TKI doses are often too high for long-term care. Dr Mark Kris shares his strategy for smart dose reductions that protect patient outcomes.

Cure rates are climbing, and so is the complexity of getting there. Dr Yara Abdou takes a closer look at optimizing HER2+ early-stage breast cancer therapy.

The Curbsiders share practical insights on navigating complex cardiac risk factors and optimizing cholesterol.

Global workforce inequities are widening the cancer survival gap. Prof David Kerr highlights the stark realities and calls for an improved training approach.

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Trump's Doc Says President Is in 'Excellent Health' as BMI Approaches Obesity Range

Report shows Trump has a BMI of 29.7 and was given advice on diet and physical activity

ASNR Expert Video Roundtable: Expert Video Rountable from the American Society of Neuroradiology

Breakthroughs in Gastrointestinal Cancers From ASCO 2026

Breakthroughs in pancreatic cancer, novel drug combinations, and the role of observation in colorectal cancer are among the advances in gastrointestinal cancer at ASCO 2026 selected by Dr Manish Shah.

Jun 19 2026 This Week in Cardiology

Listener feedback, more long-term data on the TAVR/SAVR question, population prevalence of valvular heart disease in the US, and a CMS proposal to expand TAVR coverage are the topics John Mandrola, MD, discusses in this week’s podcast.

Planning Pregnancy in Crohn’s: Expert Insights

Dr Laura Sahyoun discusses the challenges of pregnancy in Crohn’s disease, with clinical guidance to help optimize care.

The Vascular Etiology of Migraine Myth

Neurologist Indu Subramanian asks migraine expert Andrew Charles how the vascular hypothesis emerged and what the imaging studies really show.

AI Saves Clinicians Time but Most Lack Training, Survey Finds

AI is saving clinicians time, but the majority of healthcare professionals say training in the technology is inadequate, ⁠inconsistent or unavailable, a global survey...

Jun 05 2026 This Week in Cardiology

Managing Localized Uveal Melanoma: New Guideline Review

Dr Teresa Amaral reviews new guidelines for localized uveal melanoma, covering enucleation, radiotherapy nuances, and the current evidence on adjuvant systemic treatment.

Mavacamten Alters SCD Risk Scores, Not Outcomes

Data show marker improvement with mavacamten in obstructive HCM, but reclassification isn’t the same as proven mortality benefit — randomized or long-term outcome studies are still needed.

Age-Specific Needs in Young Women With Breast Cancer

Drs Olivia Pagani and Ann Partridge discuss how to optimize the care plan for young patients with breast cancer, focusing on age-specific concerns such as fertility and long-term survivorship.

Amantadine Awakens 94-Year-Old Woman After Stroke

A short amantadine course produced eye opening and tracking within 24 hours and a GCS of 14-15 by day 4 in a case of prolonged nontraumatic impaired consciousness.

Advances in Chronic Rhinosinusitis From ARS 2026

Advances in chronic rhinosinusitis from ARS 2026 include data on biologics vs surgery rates, AI tools in clinic, and wearable tech to document clinical efficacy, as reported by Dr Vijay Ramakrishnan.

Anticipating Key Early Breast Cancer Research at ASCO 2026

Dr Bora Lim anticipates new data on bispecific antibodies and CDK4 inhibitors, as well as crucial updates on ADCs and ctDNA-guided treatments.

May 15 2026 This Week in Cardiology

Another positive digoxin trial, another classic coronary physiology study from Imperial College London (ORBITA-FIRE), news in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and TAVR done in the wrong patients are the topics John Mandrola, MD, discusses in this week’s podcast.

Inside OCT and IVUS: AI’s New Edge in PCI

From automatic calcium and lipid detection to post-stent expansion checks, learn how AI helps close the gap between novice and expert and why that matters for outcomes.