A talk that I presented during the Kelantan Resuscitation Updates 2015 (22 Nov 2015) based on the new AHA/ILCOR guidelines. However, I have put in some emphasis on certain aspects which are relevant in the Malaysian setting (for both major referral hospitals as well as smaller, lesser-equipped hospitals/clinics). Basically however, there are no major changes…
This young man spent a lot of time in the cancer ward of a hospital in Mumbai when his mother was undergoing treatment there. Today, he is seen inside local trains in Mumbai collecting funds for the treatment of cancer patients – with a guitar and a donation box. A 23-year-old man singing and strumming…
This root has a nutty, butterscotch flavor and has been used by indigenous Peruvian societies for thousands of years. Maca nourishes the endocrine system, balances hormones, improves mental function, increases energy, and probably most important for fertility- boosts libido. When buying Maca, the gelatinized form is preferred over the raw because it is easier to digest and…
“Aai, I will become a doctor when I grow up and cure people without money,” promised 8-year-old Swapnil Mane to his mother, as he helplessly watched his poor neighbour die of cancer. Twenty years later, this oncosurgeon and his wife have helped thousands of cancer sufferers in 52 villages in Maharashtra and have operated on…
This is part 2 of the Heme Onc Emergencies series. This episode will talk about common hematology emergencies that we see in the ED. Sickle cell disease will be its own episode but this episode will talk about the approach to anemia in the ED, as well as the approach to hemophilias, ITP and TTP….
This is the first of a two part series on Heme-Onc Emergencies. In this episode, we’ll discuss oncology emergencies to include neutropenic fever, tumor lysis syndrome, malignant spinal cord compression and malignant pericardial effusion. Neutropenic fever is a common chief complaint for patients on chemotherapy so we have to be good at this chief complaint….
Three simple reasons: 1. Emergency medicine is a relatively new field in Malaysia, and so by starting this blog, I hope I can play my little part in helping to enhance this field. As such, although scientific facts remain the same wherever you go, I will try as much as possible to gear the discussion…
A REPORT ON FLIPPED LEARNING IN ADULT SUPERVISION WORKSHOP Date: 01 SEPTEMBER 2015 Venue: Trauma and Emergency Medicine Building, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia TodaysMeet – a platform to enhance and digitally record conversations that goes on alongside a primary activity (such as a presentation,workshop or discussion) Poll Everywhere – an application designed…
Learn how to make the perfect fried egg every single time. Make fried eggs, sunny side up with no flipping, in minutes using my best tips and tricks. Perfect to serve as part of a breakfast. brunch or main meal. Save This Recipe Enter your email and we’ll send the recipe directly to you! By…
This authentic Bulgarian Moussaka recipe, passed down through generations, is a hearty and flavorful dish made with potatoes, ground beef, and fresh vegetables. Easy to make and packed with rich, comforting flavors – perfect for a family meal. Save This Recipe Enter your email and we’ll send the recipe directly to you! By submitting this…