The Clinical Problem Solvers
The Clinical Problem Solvers is a multi-modal venture that works to disseminate and democratize the stories and science of diagnostic reasoning Twitter: @CPSolvers Website: clinicalproblemsolving.com
All episodes(55)
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 463: SLS – Elbow pain
Published Jun 23, 2026
Download CPSolvers app here RLRCPSolvers In the most recent SLS episode, Austin presents a case of a patient with elbow pain to Maryana, David, and Zakariyya. How would you approach and untangle a case like this? What would be your differential diagnosis? Face this diagnostic challenge with us! Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing… Read More »Episode 463: SLS – Elbow pain
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 462 – The Clinical Unknown Series with Lera Novotnaia
Published Jun 18, 2026
Lera NovotnaiaIn this episode, Lera—our special Academy member—joins Debora and Rahul to unravel a fascinating case of a young man with neurological symptoms that takes an unexpected and incredible turn. Presented by Mark, this diagnostic journey will keep you guessing until the very end. Don’t miss this compelling path to the final diagnosis! To join us… Read More »Episode 462 – The Clinical Unknown Series with Lera Novotnaia
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 461: WDx #42: Networking, Negotiating, and Defining Your Values
Published Jun 11, 2026
Sharmin, Kaylin, and Alice dig into how to define and refine your values, why you’re already networking even if you don’t know it, and practical negotiation strategies for women. Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 460 – RLR – Abrupt Lightheadedness
Published Jun 1, 2026
Episode description RR discuss a fascinating case of abrupt lightheadness Get the book! Discipline of Diagnosis Baseline EKG Presentation EKG Chest x-ray
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 459 – Schema Episode: Coagulopathy
Published May 28, 2026
Youssef presents a case of coagulopathy; tune in as Mark, Noah, and Maddy work through the diagnostic puzzle. To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR), sign up HERE. Download CPSolvers App hereRLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 458 – A Case & The Book – Rabih and Reza discuss with Dr. Daniel Kelmenson, a patient with severe hypoxemia
Published May 13, 2026
Rabih and Reza discuss with Dr. Daniel Kelmenson, a patient with severe hypoxemia Check out the book The Discipline of Diagnosis
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 457 – The Clinical Unknown Series with Dr. Ravi Singh
Published May 8, 2026
In this latest episode, Dr. Ravi Singh unravels the mysterious case of a woman suffering from stomach pain, uncovering a series of unexpected diagnoses along the way. Tune in to experience every twist and revelation! To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR), sign up HERE.Download CPSolvers App hereRLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 456 – RLR – A moving target
Published May 4, 2026
Episode description Zaven presents a case to RR Student discount https://www.rlrcpsolvers.com/student-discounts/ IMG discount Use coupon code RLRIMG at check out https://rlrcpsolvers.com/annual-plan .
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 455 – Spaced Learning Series: Abdominal pain and distension
Published Apr 29, 2026
Tune in as Jas, Mukund, Vale and new member Anmol dissect a challenging case of abdominal pain and distension! Ascites Schema Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 454: Pulmonary Hypertension
Published Apr 16, 2026
Maddy presents a case of pulmonary hypertension; tune in as Mark, Noah, and Youssef work through the diagnostic puzzle. Schema link To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR), sign up HERE. Download CPSolvers App hereRLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 453 – RLR – How do the dots connect?
Published Apr 6, 2026
Episode description RR discuss a case with many dots – how do they connect? Student discount https://www.rlrcpsolvers.com/student-discounts/ IMG discount Use coupon code RLRIMG at check out https://rlrcpsolvers.com/annual-plan
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 452: The Clinical Unknown Series – Young lady with dizziness
Published Mar 27, 2026
Step into a new chapter of the Clinical Unknown Series, where each case is a riddle eager to catch you off guard. This time, Academy member Ethan from Taiwan brings forth a perplexing case: a young woman whose dizziness unravels into the extraordinary. Mark, Debora, and Noah scramble to reveal the twist hidden deep within this… Read More »Episode 452: The Clinical Unknown Series – Young lady with dizziness
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 451: WDx #41: Burnout, Existential Dread, and Everything in Between
Published Mar 18, 2026
For this episode of WDx, Sharmin and Kaylin are joined by Dr Alice Mao to discuss what they have learned about burnout so far and how their perspectives have changed over time. Alice Mao’s Bio:Dr. Alice Mao is an internal medicine and geriatric medicine physician who is passionate about social equity, community empowerment, and innovations in… Read More »Episode 451: WDx #41: Burnout, Existential Dread, and Everything in Between
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 450: Schema Episode – AKI and 20 questions
Published Mar 14, 2026
Noah presents a case about AKI. Tune in to listen how Maddy, Youssef, and Mark build their AKI differential diagnosis and work through the pivot points in this interesting case! To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR), sign up HERE.Download CPSolvers App hereRLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 449: Live from Southern SGIM – Clinical Unknowns with Alec & Ann Marie
Published Mar 4, 2026
Youssef, Alec, and Ann Marie head to Southern SGIM in New Orleans and discuss two clinical unknowns on the stage! Cases presented by Joel Cohen & Huda Dagra. To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR), sign up HERE. RLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 448 – RLR – Hyperkalemia
Published Mar 1, 2026
Episode description Reza and Rabih discuss a case of hyperkalemia Student discount https://www.rlrcpsolvers.com/student-discounts/ IMG discount Use coupon code RLRIMG at check out https://rlrcpsolvers.com/annual-plan
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 447: Neurology VMR – acute psychiatric disturbance and tremors
Published Feb 26, 2026
We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Zakariyya presents a case of acute psychiatric disturbance and tremors to Sebastian. Neurology DDx Schema Zakariyya Ellemdin Zakariyya is a medical doctor from South Africa with a strong passion for internal medicine, neurology, and clinical reasoning. He thrives on tackling… Read More »Episode 447: Neurology VMR – acute psychiatric disturbance and tremors
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 446 – Spaced Learning Series: Edema and Eosinophilia
Published Feb 20, 2026
Tune in as Alec, Mengyu, Parisa, Ethan, and Lera dissect a case of a 45 YO F presenting with 6 weeks of progressive swelling! Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 445 – #IDLove – Red Eye
Published Feb 17, 2026
Join us as Uttara presents a case of red eye to Varun & Youssef. To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR) or to present a case to us, sign up here. Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 444: The Clinical Unknown Series – Sneaky fevers
Published Feb 13, 2026
AMK presents a sneaky case of fever to Mark, Débora, and Noah! To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR), sign up HERE.Download CPSolvers App hereRLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 443: Schema Episode – Unilateral Leg Weakness
Published Feb 10, 2026
Mark presents a fascinating case of left lower extremity weakness. Tune in as Maddy, Noah, and Youssef work through the diagnostic puzzle. To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR), sign up HERE.Download CPSolvers App hereRLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 442: WDx #40: Clinical Unknown with Kassidy and Dr. Ann Marie Kumfer
Published Feb 4, 2026
Kaylin, Sharmin, and Cheryl are joined by Kassidy Lovins, MS3, and Ann Marie Kumfer, MD, to discuss a case of a 35-year-old man with fevers, diffuse myalgias, and weakness. Bio:Kassidy Lovins is a third-year student at UNC School of Medicine, approaching the end of her clinical rotations and exploring a future in Internal or Family Medicine.… Read More »Episode 442: WDx #40: Clinical Unknown with Kassidy and Dr. Ann Marie Kumfer
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 441 – RR w/ Shantanu Rai – Fevers and Weight Loss
Published Feb 1, 2026
RLR ready Episode description RR discussed a case presented by Shantanu Rai involving a young woman with four months of fever. The case is adapted from a novel written by Shantanu Rai. – author/book website: www.shantanurai.com – author email: shantanuraiauthor@gmail.com – where to buy the book: amazon, barnesandnoble, bookshop.org – recent press in people magazine
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 440: Subspecialty Episode – Pelvic & Joint Pain
Published Jan 22, 2026
Greg and Jeffrey discuss an interesting case at the intersection of rheumatology, neurology, and pelvic medicine. To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR), sign up HERE. Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 439 – Spaced Learning Series – SOB
Published Jan 21, 2026
Episode description: An episode that left us catching our breath. Tune in for a journey of twists and turns with us! Featuring: Valeria RoldanJasdeep BajwaMukund Raguram SchemasDyspnea pyramidUpper GI bleed Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS Click here to view the weekly episode recap email!
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 438: Neurology VMR – Bilateral Leg Weakness
Published Jan 15, 2026
We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Andrew presents a case of bilateral leg weakness to Sarah and Valeria. Neurology DDx Schema Andrew Sanchez @ASanchez_PS Andrew is a rising hospitalist-educator at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Meeting inpatients and working with them to achieve diagnostic clarity is… Read More »Episode 438: Neurology VMR – Bilateral Leg Weakness
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 437 – RLR – An Abnormal Normal Gap Acidosis
Published Jan 5, 2026
Episode description RLR discuss a case of a normal gap acidosis
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 436: The Clinical Unknown Series – New Year, New Episode!
Published Jan 1, 2026
Ring in the New Year with a fresh episode!Join Debora, Mark, and Noah in the latest Clinical Unknown Series as they unravel a puzzling case together.Let’s start the year learning! To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR), sign up HERE.Download CPSolvers App hereRLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 435: Neurology VMR – Weakness and numbness
Published Dec 16, 2025
Episode description: We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Sarah presents a case to Sebastian and Vijay. Sarah Blaine (@sarahkblaine) Sarah Blaine is an MD/MSc student at Emory University School of Medicine applying into neurology residency. She isfrom SouthernCalifornia and went to UC Berkeley for her undergraduate… Read More »Episode 435: Neurology VMR – Weakness and numbness
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 434: Schema Episode – Eosinophilia
Published Dec 11, 2025
Noah presents a fascinating case involving eosinophilia. Tune in as Maddy, Mark, and Youssef work through the diagnostic puzzle. To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR), sign up HERE. Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 433 – RLR – A Red Leg
Published Dec 2, 2025
Episodic description RLR discussed a case of a red leg Student discount https://www.rlrcpsolvers.com/student-discounts/ IMG discount Use coupon code RLRIMG at check out https://rlrcpsolvers.com/annual-plan
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 432 – Spaced Learning Series – subacute inflammation
Published Dec 2, 2025
Download CPSolvers App here RLR CPSolvers In this new SLS episode, Maryana presents a case to Austin, Oumaima, and David as they navigate the waves of subacute inflammation and abdominal pain.
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 431: The Clinical Unknown Series with Anmolpreet Kaur
Published Nov 21, 2025
Anmolpreet KaurIn this exciting podcast episode, Anmol teams up with Mark for a compelling case discussion that you won’t want to miss! To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR), sign up HERE. Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 430: WDx #39: Clinical Unknown with Drs. Kuchal Agadi and Ann Marie Kumfer
Published Nov 13, 2025
In this episode of WDx, Cheryl, Kaylin, and Sharmin are joined by Kuchal and Ann Marie, two wonderful members of the CPSolvers Academy. Kuchal presents a case of a young man with fevers to Ann Marie and Sharmin. Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 429 – RLR – Forehead Bump
Published Nov 5, 2025
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- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 428: Neurology VMR – Diplopia and fever
Published Nov 2, 2025
Episode description: We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Dr. Yousuf Patel presents a case of diplopia and fever to Vale and Sebastian. Yousuf Patel Dr. Yousuf Patel is currently a resident in neurology in Cape Town, South Africa. He completed his undergraduate training at Stellenbosch University. He… Read More »Episode 428: Neurology VMR – Diplopia and fever
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 427: Schema Episode – Schistocytes
Published Oct 30, 2025
Youssef presents a fascinating case involving schistocytes. Tune in as Mark, Maddy, and Noah work through the diagnostic puzzle. Schistocytes Schema To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR), sign up HERE.Download CPSolvers App hereRLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 426: Antiracism in Medicine – Episode 29 – Clinician Burnout, Racial Health Inequities & Reincorporating Rest into the Profession
Published Oct 29, 2025
CPSolvers: Antiracism in Medicine Series Episode 29 – Clinician Burnout, Racial Health Inequities, and Reincorporating Rest into the Profession Show Notes by Asya Pitre October 29, 2025 Summary: In this episode, hosts Ashley Cooper and Sud Krishnamurthy sit down with Dr. Kriti Prasad and Dr. Khaalisha Ajala to talk about the heavy toll of clinician burnout,… Read More »Episode 426: Antiracism in Medicine – Episode 29 – Clinician Burnout, Racial Health Inequities & Reincorporating Rest into the P
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 425: Schema Episode – Ground Glass Opacities
Published Oct 15, 2025
Maddy presents a fascinating case of dyspnea with diffuse ground-glass opacities. Tune in as Mark, Youssef, and Noah work through the diagnostic puzzle. GGOs Schema Bird + Lung Ddx References: NEJM CPC: Hypoxemia at the Bedside — https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMcpc2004991 JAMA 2024: Pneumonia — https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2823762 ATS 2025: Clinical Practice Guideline on the Management of Community-Acquired Pneumonia —… Read More »Episode 425: Schema Episode –
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 424 – The Clinical Unknown Series with Debora, Mark, Noah and Rabih
Published Oct 9, 2025
In this new episode, Rabih shares an important case with Debora, Mark, and Noah. We invite you to listen and join in on their journey as they work together to discover the final diagnosis. To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR) or to present a case to us, sign up here. Download CPSolvers App… Read More »Episode 424 – The Clinical Unknown Series with Debora, Mark, Noah and Rabih
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 423 – RLR – Neutrophilia s/p CABG
Published Oct 7, 2025
Episode description RR discuss a case of AKI Student discount https://www.rlrcpsolvers.com/student-discounts/ IMG discount Use coupon code RLRIMG at check out https://rlrcpsolvers.com/annual-plan
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 422: WDx #38: Clinical Unknown with UCLA Cardiology fellows
Published Oct 2, 2025
Kaylin and Sharmin were joined by UCLA Cardiology fellows, Drs. Rachel Ohman and Angela Duvalyan, to discuss a case of a 49 year old woman with acute chest pain. Angela Duvalyan, MD is a second year Cardiology Fellow at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Her clinical interests include interventional cardiology, medical education, and clinical… Read More »Episode 422: WDx #38: Clinical Unknown with UCLA Cardiology fellows
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 421: Baby on Board – and a surprise guest! Listen to Greg and Bobby discuss how to manage the guest tagging along for the ride!!
Published Sep 18, 2025
Case Presenter: Anna Jarvis is a current 3rd year OB/GYN resident at Johns Hopkins. She is originally from California, where she completed her MD at University of California, Irvine. She is currently applying to Maternal Fetal Medicine Fellowship this cycle! Case Discussant Greg is a current first year Maternal-Fetal Medicine fellow at the Hospital of… Read More »Episode 421: Baby on Board – and a surprise guest! Listen to Greg and Bobby discuss how to manage the guest tagging along for the ride
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 420: Antiracism in Medicine – Episode 28 – SGIM 2025: Immigrant and Refugee Health
Published Sep 15, 2025
CPSolvers: Anti-Racism in Medicine Series Episode 25 – Immigrant and Refugee Health: Live from SGIM 2025: Best of Antiracism Research at the Society of General Internal Medicine’s Annual Meeting Show Notes by Alec J. Calac September 15, 2025 Summary: This episode highlights a selection of antiracism research presentations at a live recording of the podcast… Read More »Episode 420: Antiracism in Medicine – Episode 28 – SGIM 2025: Immigrant and Refugee Health
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 419: Neurology VMR – Headache and diplopia
Published Sep 11, 2025
We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Jeffrey presents a case of headache and diplopia to Vale and Sebastian. Neurology DDx Schema Jeffrey Shen Jeffrey is an academic rheumatologist whose early love for guessing TV plot twistswith his parents sparked a lifelong passion forclinical problem solving. He… Read More »Episode 419: Neurology VMR – Headache and diplopia
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 418 – #IDLove – Colitis
Published Sep 10, 2025
Schema PDF To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR) or to present a case to us, sign up here. Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 417 – RLR – A unique AKI
Published Sep 1, 2025
RLR MAIN PODCAST Episode description RR discuss a case of AKI Student discount https://www.rlrcpsolvers.com/student-discounts/ IMG discount Use coupon code RLRIMG at check out https://rlrcpsolvers.com/annual-plan
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 416 – Clinical Unknown Series with Dr. Vinicius de Sousa
Published Aug 29, 2025
In this episode of the Clinical Unknown Series, Noah and Vini will address a rash case presented by Mark and Debora. Mark will share his insights on the diagnosis by the end of the episode. Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS P.S.: DJ Noah will play “Xote da Alegria” by Falamansa at his party.
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 415 – Spaced Learning Series – Beyond The Coagulation Cascade
Published Aug 27, 2025
Episode description: does your PTT cross the upper limit of normal when you think about the coagulation cascade? Got *mixed* feelings about APLS labs? This episode might be for you! Featuring: Valeria RoldanJasdeep BajwaElena StorzMukund Raguram SchemasCoagulopathy Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS Click here to view the weekly episode recap email!
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 414: Spaced Learning Series, dysuria
Published Aug 19, 2025
Tune in as Austin, Oumaima, Maryana and David discuss a patient with dysuria in an outpatient setting. Download CPSolvers App here RLRCPSOLVERS Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 413: Rafael Medina Hepatology Episode with Dr. Tapper – Driver or Bystander
Published Aug 15, 2025
In this hepatology episode, Dr. Hirsh Elhence presents a case to Dr. Elliot Tapper. They discuss the question: “Is the liver the driver or a bystander?” Facilitator: Dr. Madellena (Maddy) Conte Case Presenter: Dr. Hirsh Elhence, current resident at University of Colorado who has an interest in hepatology. Case Discussant: Dr. Elliot Tapper, Associate Professor… Read More »Episode 413: Rafael Medina Hepatology Episode with Dr. Tapper – Driver or Bystander
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 412: Schema Episode – Seizure, Fever, Encephalopathy
Published Aug 7, 2025
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 411 – RLR – Abrupt Abdominal Pain
Published Aug 4, 2025
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 410: Neurology VMR – right hand weakness for 3 months
Published Jul 31, 2025
- StandardSummaries onlyEpisode 409 – Spaced Learning Series: Lung, Bones, and Brain
Published Jul 24, 2025
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