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DIP Ep 629: The Clutch Right Lower Quadrant Podcast

DIP Ep 629: The Clutch Right Lower Quadrant Podcast

The podcast delves into frequently tested right lower quadrant pain pathologies for medical exams, including appendicitis, Crohn's disease, ectopic pregnancy, ovarian torsion, and kidney stones. It emphasizes key diagnostic steps, physical exam findings, and management strategies, integrating crucial differentiating points and high-yield concepts to aid in scoring well on tests.

DIP Ep 628: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 131

DIP Ep 628: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 131

In this podcast, I continue the rapid review series for Step 2/3 by discussing a host of hematology, psychiatry, and internal medicine concepts. I integrate some biostatistics and prognoses along the way. Good listen before your exams. https://divineinterventionpodcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/dip-ep-628-rr-series-131.mp3 Audio Download...

Advice for 2026: Simplify

Advice for 2026: Simplify

In this podcast, I discuss the principle of simplification . This is something I practice very diligently that has over time contributed to increased effectiveness in many domains of my life. I give a rich number of examples and specific approaches that can get you going in this regard. https://divineinterventionpodcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/advice-for-2026-simplify.mp3 Audio Download...

DIP Ep 627: The Clutch Herpes Podcast (Step 1-3), Part B

DIP Ep 627: The Clutch Herpes Podcast (Step 1-3), Part B

This podcast is incredibly HY for the USMLE and COMLEX exams. In this concluding podcast, I address herpes from an “integrative” perspective. There are so many branch points our examinee overlords can take with the herpes viruses so I aggressively go after them with this podcast. In this second part, I discuss the remaining herpes viruses (2-8). I also integrate the some material related to neurology and immunology while discussing some other pathologies that make common appearances on these boa...

DIP Ep 626: The Clutch Herpes Podcast (Step 1-3), Part A

DIP Ep 626: The Clutch Herpes Podcast (Step 1-3), Part A

This podcast is incredibly HY for the USMLE and COMLEX exams. In this multipart podcast series, I address herpes from an “integrative” perspective. There are so many branch points our examinee overlords can take with the herpes viruses so I aggressively go after them with this podcast. In this first part, I lay a herpes foundation with a big discussion on HSV1. I also integrate the trigeminal nerve and specifically discuss some pathologies that make common appearances on these board exams. https...

DIP Ep 625: The 5 USMLE “Gaps” (Step 1-3)

DIP Ep 625: The 5 USMLE “Gaps” (Step 1-3)

In this podcast, I conceptually explain the 5 different gaps tested on the USMLEs (Serum AG, Urine AG, Osmolal gap, SAAG gradient, and A-a gradient). I make numerous integrations and really help you understand these things so you don’t have to memorize them. Another point of emphasis (low SAAG ascites is similar conceptually to exudative effusions) . If you’re interested in the Step 1-3 classes beginning next week, shoot me an email. https://divineinterventionpodcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025...

DIP Ep 624: Common Interview Errors

DIP Ep 624: Common Interview Errors

In this podcast, I detail common errors applicants make during the course of interviews. Try to avoid these as you navigate the ERAS process. https://divineinterventionpodcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/dip-ep-624-common-interview-errors.mp3 Audio Download...

DIP Ep 623: Last Minute Microbiology Review (Step 2 and 3)

DIP Ep 623: Last Minute Microbiology Review (Step 2 and 3)

In this podcast, I review a host of HY microbiology factoids that commonly show up on Step 2 and 3. You will directly get many questions right on your exam from listening to this podcast. I make so many integrations and delve into some test taking principles with this. https://divineinterventionpodcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/dip-ep-623-last-minute-micro-step-2-and-3.mp3 Audio Download...

DIP Ep 622: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 130

DIP Ep 622: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 130

In this podcast, I discuss a host of cardiac, renal, and heme pathologies that routinely show up on the USMLE exams. I also discuss some tips and pointers on the way the USMLEs love to write questions. Email me via the website if you would love to take my zoom classes this month. https://divineinterventionpodcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/dip-ep-622-step-2-and-3-rr-series-130.mp3 Audio Download...

DIP Ep 621: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 129

DIP Ep 621: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 129

In this episode, I spend a lot of time making integrations and discussing some “often not covered” mechanisms that show up frequently on the USMLE Step 2/3 exams. Worth your while ahead of your test. If you’re interested in signing up for the 20 hr Step 2/3 class taking place this week, shoot me an email through the website. https://divineinterventionpodcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/dip-ep-621-step-2-and-3-rr-series-129.mp3 Audio Download...

DIP Ep 620: USMLE MSK Series (Knee, Hip)

DIP Ep 620: USMLE MSK Series (Knee, Hip)

In this podcast, I continue to delve into MSK concepts the USMLEs consider to be relevant for Step 1-3 by discussing NBME pathologies relating to the knees and hip. Short podcast but very HY for your test. https://divineinterventionpodcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/dip-ep-620-usmle-msk-knee-and-hip.mp3 Audio Download...

DIP Ep 619: USMLE MSK Series (Elbow, Neck, Back)

DIP Ep 619: USMLE MSK Series (Elbow, Neck, Back)

There are so many ways our friends at the NBMEs test musculoskeletal pathologies. In this podcast, I discuss the elbow, neck, and back. I emphasize the specific things you need to know along with the different “decision permutations” that throw people off on the exam. Very, very, very HY to know this stuff especially for the recent exams. https://divineinterventionpodcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/dip-ep-619-msk-elbow-neck-and-back.mp3 Audio Download...

DIP Ep 618: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 128

DIP Ep 618: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 128

In this podcast, I continue the rapid review series for the USMLE Step 2/3 exams by discussing a host of unusual “concept variants” that show up on the exams these days. These are concepts you know, but presented in a fashion you may not be used to. This is something that is done a lot these days that really throws students off. Get used to it. https://divineinterventionpodcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/dip-ep-618-step-2-and-3-rr-series-128.mp3 Audio Download...

DIP Ep 617: How To Match Into Internal Medicine (A Detailed Guide)

DIP Ep 617: How To Match Into Internal Medicine (A Detailed Guide)

In this podcast, I go into very detailed specifics on how to match into IM. I discuss the different parts of the ERAS application and things you need to take note of as you put all the different parts together. Well worth a listen if you’re applying IM (or really most other related specialties). https://divineinterventionpodcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/dip-ep-617-matching-im.mp3 Audio Download...

DIP Ep 616: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 127 (More Basic Sciences)

DIP Ep 616: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 127 (More Basic Sciences)

The NBMEs have become relentless in integrating more and more basic sciences on the USMLE Step 2CK/3 exams. In this podcast, I discuss a large number of basic science concepts that routinely show up on the exam (vignettes, integrations, and contextual information). https://divineinterventionpodcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dip-ep-616-rr-127-step-2-and-3.mp3 Audio Download...