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In this episode, we get to the trunk of truncus arteriosus, unpacking the anatomy, physiology, clinical presentation and management of this fascinating congenital heart defect. Perfect for students and clinicians wanting to make this congenital cardiac lesion click! Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

Tetralogy of Fallot may sound complicated, but once you understand the anatomy, the physiology starts to fall into place. In this episode, we break down the four features of TOF, why these babies can turn blue, what a “Tet spell” actually means, and the clinical clues you need to recognise it. This episode is perfect for medical students and doctors wanting to get their heads around one of the classic cyanotic congenital heart lesions.  Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

What happens when the great arteries decide to swap places? In this high-yield episode, Nim unpacks transposition of the great arteries from the anatomy and parallel circulation to the clinical presentation, the importance of mixing, acute management and definitive repair. A must-listen for medical students and junior doctors who want to make sense of this potentially critically unwell newborn without getting their wires crossed! Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

In this high-yield episode, Nim breaks down bicuspid aortic valve and aortic stenosis from the anatomy and physiology to clinical presentation, investigation, natural history and management. After listening to this one, you will be able to recognise the important clues and know what actually matters on the ward and in exams! Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

Welcome to the Coarctation Station! This high-yield episode takes you through coarctation of the aorta, from anatomy and epidemiology to physiology, presentation, diagnosis and management. Learn the classic clues, understand what’s happening haemodynamically, and avoid missing this important congenital heart lesion. Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

Holey moley! 🫀 Ventricular septal defects are common, but how well do you really know the ins and outs? In this high-yield episode, Nim covers types of VSDs, epidemiology, physiology, clinical presentation, and management. After listening you will be able to confidently recognise and understand this common congenital heart lesion. Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

Ever wondered how a tiny hole in the heart can cause such a problem for the patient? In this episode, we are learning about Atrial Septal Defects (ASDs), tracing that left-to-right shunt, and giving you the hole picture on the clinical presentation and management. After listening to this episode, you will certainly be able to impress your consultant in clinic and on rounds! Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

That murmur you just heard, was it a harmless flow murmur or a sign of significant heart disease? Not sure, well you're in luck because in this episode we tackle one of the most common (and sometimes anxiety-inducing!) findings on an exam: a heart murmur.  Listen on as Nim break's down the clues that help distinguish innocent from pathological murmurs, with practical pearls you'll actually use on the wards and in clinic.  Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

This episode untangles the wild world of congenital heart defects — from cyanotic to acyanotic and everything in between. We’ll break down how to categorise, conceptualise, and actually remember these lesions! Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

Join us as we explore congenital heart defects, the world’s most common birth condition. In this episode, we unpack the epidemiology of CHD and then dive into how we detect CHD, from prenatal ultrasounds to newborn screening, and beyond.  Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

Nim chats with Dr Lloyd Snook (Paediatric Advanced Trainee passionate about adolescent and young adult medicine) about what the HEADSS screen. They cover what the HEADSS assessment involves, why it matters, and practical tips for building rapport, asking sensitive questions, and making these conversations feel natural in everyday paediatric practice.  Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

In episode 3 of 3 in the communication and palliative care series, Dr Daniel Dorevitch (General Paediatrician and Paediatric Palliative Care Trainee) breaks down how Advanced Care Planning differs between adult and paediatric practice, what it actually involves, and how to approach these conversations in real clinical settings.  Perfect for paediatric clinicians and students, this chat offers practical tips, real-world insights, and a clear perspective on navigating challenging discussions with families that will help you build confidence and clarity when involved in such delicate and complex cases. Resources: The Victorian Paediatric Palliative Care approach to "thinking ahead" - thinking-ahead-policy-2017-pdf.pdfA Practical Guide to Palliative Care in Paediatrics (The "Green Book") - A Practical Guide to Palliative Care in Paediatrics - Paediatric Palliative CareVemuri S, Hynson J, Williams K, Gillam L. Conceptualising paediatric advance care planning: a qualitative phenomenological study of paediatricians caring for children with life-limiting conditions in Australia. BMJ Open. 2022 May 16;12(5):e060077. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-060077. PMID: 35577468; PMCID: PMC9115011.Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

What is paediatric palliative care? What does it involve? And how do children understand death?  In this episode, Dr Daniel Dorevitch (General Paediatrician and Paediatric Palliative Care Trainee) joins us to explore this essential, and often unfamiliar field. We cover what palliative care in paediatrics is, why it matters, and practical resources for clinicians. It is an informative must-listen for anyone caring for children and their families.  Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

Great communication in healthcare can be a true superpower. In this episode, Dr Daniel Dorevitch (General Paediatrician and Paediatric Palliative Care Trainee) joins us to unpack why communication matters. He also gives us practical tools to improve our conversations with patients and families, and guides us towards resources we can use to further our learning. Links to Resources:  Vital Talk - https://vitaltalk.org/Healthcare Communication Collective - https://www.healthcommcollective.com.au/Pam Mclean Centre - https://pammcleancentre.org/Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

Medicine is tiring and this whole doctor-ing thing can be exhausting. So why when we need to take time out is it so hard to do so? I took time off training last year, and had a lot to ponder about. So, listen as I read my article originally written and published in AusDoc about The Rest Dilemma: Why Doctors Struggle to Take a Break.  Link to the article is available below:  I needed a break from my paediatric training, but why was hitting the pause button so tough? | AusDoc Send us your feedback here! Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine  Contact us at [email protected]  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too! Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.