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Aug 30, 2020

Type 1 Diabetes is the most common form of diabetes in children and adolescents. It is an autoimmune condition affect the insulin-secreting beta cells of pancreas, resulting in insulin deficiency.

You don’t want to miss:

  • A case
  • How to describe type 1 diabetes to a patient
  • A quick overview of glucose metabolism


Aug 23, 2020

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a potentially life-threatening complication of type 1 diabetes (in most instances). It may also constitute the first presentation of T1DM in a patient. 

In this episode, we discuss:

  • The diagnosis of DKA
  • How it presents
  • How to explain this condition to parents 
  • Management of DKA
  • Potential...


Aug 16, 2020

Cerebral palsy is a non-progressive disorder of movement and posture. It results from insult to fetal/infant brain.

The type and degree of movement difficulty that children with CP experience can vary greatly. Currently there is no cure but there are options for managing it with the aim to improve function and quality...


Aug 9, 2020

Being gender diverse or transgender is not a medical condition, but it can result in illnesses such as gender dysphoria, and often requires medical intervention for gender affirmation. 

Statistically, healthcare professionals are not well-versed in looking after gender diverse patients. We are hoping to contribute to...


Aug 2, 2020

Abdominal pain is a common presenting complaint in children. Confusingly, there are many different causes. In this episode, we aim to equip you with the knowledge to help differentiate between urgent and less urgent causes.

You don't want to miss:

  • A general approach to abdominal pain
  • Important differentials
  • How to take...