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ClerkCast E03 - Abdominal Pain
We are finally back with episode 3 of ClerkCast!
Today we will be talking about ABDOMINAL PAIN with McMaster FRCP EM resident Dr Rakesh Gupta
Key takeaways from this episode include:
1. Thinking outside the GI tract for patients with abdominal pain
2. The importance of a good physical exam
3. What type of imaging is best for your patient? Hint: it depends!
4. How to consult your inpatient colleagues! P-I-Q-U-E-D
Thanks for the listen!