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  Acute Coronary Syndrome: A–E Assessment | OSCE Talk 14.09.2026 7min

  Chest pain is one of those presentations where having a clear structure really matters.In this episode, we work through how to assess and initially manage a patient with suspected acute coronary syndrome (ACS) using an A–E approach — including: Recognising pulmonary oedema and when oxygen is neededECG changes, troponins and ACS bloodsInitial treatment including aspirin, GTN and analgesia STEMI vs NSTEMI vs unstable anginaWhen to escalate urgently to cardiologyImportant alternative causes of chest pain not to missThe key principle: treat problems as you find them, reassess after every intervention, and call for help early if the patient is deteriorating.
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  Arterial Blood Gas Interpretation! OSCE Talk 🎙️ 17.08.2026 12min

  Visit oscetalk.com for more written educational resources!Subscribe on Spotify to support us!Today we review arterial blood gas analysis.We take it step by step looking at CO2/O2, pH, bicarbonate and acid base balance overall. We look at the causes of respiratory and metabolic acidosis/alkalosis and how these patients can present.This can feel like a complex topic so we go through some worked examples to give some interpretation practice.We finish with real world applications and how this will be needed in everyday life as a Doctor.🎧 Listen & Follow:🎙️ Spotify → ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/01yz38z....Website → https://www.oscetalk.com/🍎 Apple Podcasts → ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast....▶️ YouTube → / @oscetalkpod 📸 Instagram → / oscetalk_ 🎵 TikTok → / oscetalk_Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Confusion, Delirium & Dementia History Taking | OSCE Talk 🎙️ 23.07.2026 10min

  Please subscribe on Spotify for more premium content in the future, £1.99 will help us produce more of these videos!Today we discuss history taking and investigation of confusion, including acute confusion, alongside gradual loss of memory and function at home.We consider differentials of delirium, dementia, and other organic causes such as stroke, tumour, trauma.Medications are a key cause in many patients.Investigations may be required such as bloods, imaging, or even more invasive testing.We discuss the 4AT and MMSE in identifying delirium and dementia.Look out for the OSCE Talk website coming soon!🎧 Listen & Follow:🎙️ Spotify → ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/01yz38z....🍎 Apple Podcasts → ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast....▶️ YouTube → / @oscetalkpod 📸 Instagram → / oscetalk_ 🎵 TikTok → / oscetalk_Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Vaccinations, Misinformation, and Paediatric Counselling | OSCE Talk 🎙️ 12.07.2026 9min

  Please subscribe on Spotify for more premium content in the future, £1.99 will help us produce more of these videos!Peter and Matthew discuss vaccinations in this episode, specifically a clear patient focussed approach to explaining what these are, how they work, and what protection they offer, including concepts of herd immunity and common side effects to vaccines.We cover the issues in the media and vaccine hesitancy, alongside false links to autism with the MMR vaccine and how to discuss this sensitively and to try and provide accurate information to patients and their families.We briefly cover the vaccine schedule for children and what the main vaccines are to highlight in this.Look out for the OSCE Talk website coming soon!🎧 Listen & Follow:🎙️ Spotify → ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/01yz38z....🍎 Apple Podcasts → ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast....▶️ YouTube → / @oscetalkpod 📸 Instagram → / oscetalk_ 🎵 TikTok → / oscetalk_Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Explained! | OSCE Talk 25.06.2026 11min

  This episode gives an overview of Hormone Replacement Therapy or HRT. Its replacement of progesterone/oestrogen levels which fall during the menopause. What symptoms it can help to manage.We give practical advice on options from combined, continous, cyclical, tablet and patch options, to help best counsel patients on what will benefit them the most.We cover contra indications and the risk/benefit decision when starting a patient on HRT.Peter completes this episode with a sample explanation and the key aspects to cover in a Medical School Examination.This episode closely links with the podcast on the menopause!🎧 Listen & Follow:🎙️ Spotify → ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/01yz38z....🍎 Apple Podcasts → ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast....▶️ YouTube → / @oscetalkpod 📸 Instagram → / oscetalk_ 🎵 TikTok → / oscetalk_Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Prostate Cancer Diagnosis, Screening & PSA Testing | OSCE Talk 🎙️ 08.06.2026 9min

  This episode Peter & Matthew look at Prostate Cancer, specifically focusing on risk factors, diagnosis, and utility of the PSA blood test.Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) is a hot topic in the media, however it is not guaranteed to be raised in prostate cancer, and many other conditions and factors can impact on the level of this in the blood.We also look at the need for onward referral to Urology, MRI and biospy as a definitive diagnosis as well as Gleason Scoring.Finally Peter explains what needs to be included in discussion with a patient requesting for PSA testing.🎧 Listen & Follow:🎙️ Spotify → ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/01yz38z..⁠.🍎 Apple Podcasts → ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast..⁠.▶️ YouTube → / @oscetalkpod 📸 Instagram → / oscetalk_ 🎵 TikTok → / oscetalk_Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Meningitis Overview | OSCE Talk 13.05.2026 9min

  This episode we focus on meningitis in both adult and paediatric populations, we look at the microbiology, common ways this presents, red flag features, important diagnostic tests and interpretation of these.Antibiotic treatment focussed on coverage of listeria and the consideration of steriods in patients.We finish with untreated complications and the need for contact tracing and possible prophylaxis for close contacts.🎧 Listen & Follow:🎙️ Spotify → ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/01yz38z....🍎 Apple Podcasts → ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast....▶️ YouTube → / @oscetalkpod 📸 Instagram → / oscetalk_ 🎵 TikTok → / oscetalk_Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Explained | Causes, Symptoms, Staging & Management (OSCE Guide) 11.04.2026 11min

  In this episode of OSCE Talk, we break down Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in a clear, structured, and clinically relevant way.We cover what CKD actually is, how to recognise it, and—most importantly—how to approach it safely as a medical student or junior doctor.We start with the definition of CKD and why it matters, before working through the most common causes, including diabetes, hypertension, and nephrotoxic medications.We then explain the underlying pathophysiology, including nephron loss, hyperfiltration, and why proteinuria develops—linking this directly to key treatments like ACE inhibitors and SGLT2 inhibitors.We also cover how CKD presents in real life, from asymptomatic early disease picked up on routine bloods, to advanced uraemia, fluid overload, and complications like anaemia and bone disease.From there, we go through a practical and safe approach to:Investigations (eGFR, ACR, bloods, imaging)Staging (GFR + albuminuria)Management (blood pressure control, diabetes optimisation, medication choices)Complication management (anaemia, bone disease, electrolyte imbalance)We also touch on end-stage kidney disease, including dialysis (haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis) and renal transplant.Finally, we finish with a clear, structured approach to explaining CKD to a patient in an OSCE, using a simple framework you can apply in exams and clinical practice.Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Hyperkalaemia Emergency Management | OSCE Talk 10.04.2026 10min

  This episode focusses on hyperkalaemia and its emergency management.We work through the common causes of hyperkalaemia including renal disease, medications, DKA, burns and rhabdomyolysis. Alongside this we review common ECG changes of peaked T Waves, flattened P waves, and broad QRS segments.We look at the need for calcium gluconate, insulin, dextrose, salbutamol and potassium binders to prevent arrest in these patients. 🎧 Listen & Follow:🎙️ Spotify → ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/01yz38z....🍎 Apple Podcasts → ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast....▶️ YouTube → / @oscetalkpod 📸 Instagram → / oscetalk_ 🎵 TikTok → / oscetalk_Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Ectopic Pregnancy Overview, History, and Counselling | OSCE Talk 🎙️ 30.03.2026 11min

  In this episode we focus on the pathophysiology of ectopic pregnancy, alongside risk factors, and clinical presentation. We discuss what investigations are required, how to manage ectopic pregnancies that are stable vs emergency management and the need to get senior obstetrics/gynaecology input early. Peter talks through how to counsel patients sensitively on this condition also. We finish with a mock example history going through the key signs and symptoms to pick up on in these patients. 🎧 Listen & Follow:🎙️ Spotify → ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/01yz38z....🍎 Apple Podcasts → ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast....▶️ YouTube → / @oscetalkpod 📸 Instagram → / oscetalk_ 🎵 TikTok → / oscetalk_Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Schizophrenia OSCE: First Rank Symptoms Explained (Psychiatry History Guide) 11.03.2026 9min

  In this episode of OSCE Talk, we cover schizophrenia and Schneider’s First Rank Symptoms, one of the most important concepts for psychiatry OSCEs and medical exams.Schizophrenia rarely begins suddenly. Many patients experience a prodromal phase first, where family members may notice social withdrawal, reduced motivation, changes in behaviour, sleep disturbance and declining daily functioning. Over time this can progress into psychosis, where patients may develop hallucinations, delusions and disturbances in thought.In this episode we break down Schneider’s First Rank Symptoms of schizophrenia, explaining what they are, how they present clinically, and how to explore them safely during a psychiatric history.We also discuss the positive, negative and cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia and how they affect patients’ ability to function day-to-day.• Auditory hallucinations (voices commenting or discussing the patient)• Command hallucinations• Thought insertion• Thought withdrawal• Thought broadcasting• Passivity phenomena (external control of thoughts, actions or emotions)• Delusional perceptionSymptoms added to normal experience:• Hallucinations• Delusions• Thought disorder• Disorganised behaviourLoss of normal functioning:• Reduced motivation (avolition)• Social withdrawal• Reduced speech (alogia)• Flattened emotional expression• Reduced engagement with daily activities• Impaired working memory• Reduced concentration• Executive dysfunction• Difficulty with organisation and decision-makingWhen assessing a patient with schizophrenia or psychosis it is essential to evaluate:• Risk to self (including suicidal thoughts)• Risk to others• Command hallucinations• Vulnerability and exploitation• Self-neglect• Ability to function independentlyCollateral history from family or carers can often be essential because patients may lack insight into their symptoms.Psychotic symptoms can also occur in:• Bipolar disorder (mania)• Psychotic depression• Delirium• Drug-induced psychosis• Alcohol withdrawal• Neurological or organic brain diseaseOrganic causes should always be considered and may require investigations such as CT brain, MRI brain or EEG.Management of schizophrenia often involves:• Antipsychotic medications (e.g. olanzapine, risperidone, clozapine)• Psychological therapies• Community mental health team follow-up• Inpatient psychiatric care if risk is highIn OSCE stations, it is important to explain schizophrenia in simple terms:Schizophrenia affects how the brain processes information and filters thoughts and perceptions. This can lead to hearing voices, developing strong beliefs that don’t match reality, or finding it difficult to organise thoughts. Treatments are available that help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.🎧 Listen on:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeFollow OSCE Talk for practical OSCE teaching, psychiatry revision and clinical explanations for medical students.📚 Key Topics CoveredFirst Rank Symptoms of SchizophreniaPositive SymptomsNegative SymptomsCognitive Symptoms⚠️ Risk Assessment in Psychosis🧠 Differential Diagnoses for Psychosis💊 Management Overview🗣 Explaining Schizophrenia to PatientsDisclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Lithium Counselling Made Clear! OSCE Structure, Monitoring & Toxicity Explained 21.02.2026 6min

  In this episode, we break down lithium — how it works, when it’s used, how to monitor it safely, and how to counsel a patient in an OSCE station.Lithium is one of the most effective long-term treatments for bipolar disorder and significantly reduces suicide risk — but it requires careful monitoring and patient education.We cover:• Indications for lithium (bipolar disorder & treatment-resistant depression)• How lithium stabilises mood• Therapeutic range and toxicity levels• Baseline investigations (U&Es, TFTs, calcium, ECG)• Ongoing monitoring schedule• 12-hour lithium level timing• Common side effects• Lithium toxicity signs and triggers• Drug interactions (NSAIDs, ACE inhibitors, diuretics)• Pregnancy risks and counselling• OSCE counselling structureThis episode is ideal for:Medical studentsOSCE preparationPsychiatry placementsFoundation doctorsGP rotationsLithium is powerful — but only safe when monitored correctly. This episode helps you understand both the science and the counselling.Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Paediatric History Taking Overview | OSCE Talk 🎙️ 14.02.2026 12min

  In this episode of OSCE Talk, we break down how to take a structured paediatric history We walk through the basics of a paediatric history, including who the patient has brought with them mum, dad , or grandparent.The episode also highlights the importance of a clear systematic approach using a head to toes overview to cover all basic symptoms.We go through the importances of birth, feeding, growth, development, and vaccine history.This episode is designed to help medical students improve their basics whilst taking a paediatric history. 🎧 Listen & Follow:🎙️ Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/01yz38z...🍎 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...▶️ YouTube → / @oscetalkpod 📸 Instagram → / oscetalk_ 🎵 TikTok → / oscetalk_Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Psychiatric History Taking Explained | OSCE Talk 🎙️ 07.02.2026 12min

  In this episode of OSCE Talk, we break down how to take a clear, structured psychiatric history.We walk through core psychiatric symptoms not to miss including screening for depression, anxiety, mania, psychosis, schizophrenia and OCD.The episode also highlights the importance of understanding psychiatric terminology, and going through the importance of RISK in psychiatry.This episode is designed to help you sound confident, organised, and clinically safe when faced with pyschiatric history stations.🎧 Listen & Follow:🎙️ Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/01yz38z...🍎 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...▶️ YouTube →    / @oscetalkpod  📸 Instagram →   / oscetalk_  🎵 TikTok →   / oscetalk_  Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Hypothyroidism Explained | Levothyroxine Counselling for OSCEs & Clinical Exams 20.01.2026 2min

  In this episode of Osce Talk, we break down hypothyroidism and how to counsel a patient starting levothyroxine, with a clear focus on OSCEs and clinical exams.We cover:What hypothyroidism is and why it occursCommon symptoms and how it presents in examsHow to explain levothyroxine in clear, patient-friendly languageDosing, side effects, monitoring, and pregnancy considerationsHigh-yield counselling points examiners expectThis episode is ideal for medical students, OSCE preparation, and clinical exam revision.Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  How to Counsel a Patient on Asthma & Inhaler Technique | OSCE Talk 05.01.2026 6min

  In this episode of OSCE Talk, we walk through how to counsel a patient on asthma, using clear, patient-friendly explanations that score marks in OSCEs.We cover:How to explain asthma simply (reversible airway disease)Common triggers and why symptoms fluctuateHolistic management including lifestyle and vaccinationsPreventer vs reliever inhalers and when control is poorStep-by-step inhaler technique, including spacersRed flags and when to attend A&EKey OSCE tips and guideline updates (including MART regimens)This episode is ideal for medical students and foundation doctors preparing for OSCE stations involving asthma counselling, inhaler technique, or respiratory education.🎧 Listen alongside our Asthma History Taking episode for full exam preparation.Disclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropriate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Patient Counselling in OSCEs | Explaining Diagnoses & Medications | OSCE Talk 21.12.2025 15min

  In this episode of OSCE Talk, we focus on one of the most important — and often underestimated — OSCE skills: patient counselling and communication.We break down a simple, repeatable structure for counselling patients about new diagnoses and medications, helping you explain conditions clearly, confidently, and without jargon. The episode covers how to assess a patient’s prior knowledge, address concerns, link symptoms to the underlying condition, and check understanding throughout the consultation.You’ll also learn how to stay flexible during patient interactions, adapt your explanations when patients interrupt or ask unexpected questions, and maintain confidence even when the condition is unfamiliar.This episode is essential for OSCE stations involving explaining a diagnosis, starting a medication, or discussing management plans.A clear structure for patient counselling stationsHow to introduce yourself and set the agenda confidentlyHow to assess a patient’s prior knowledgeTechniques for explaining conditions without medical jargonHow to address common patient concerns about medicationsThe “Normally, we can probably manage” explanation structureHow to link disease mechanisms back to patient symptomsWhen and how to adapt your explanation mid-consultationHow to check understanding and encourage questionsHow to remain calm and professional in OSCE scenariosDisclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropiate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Dermatology History Taking | Skin Lesions, Cancer Risk & OSCE Frameworks | OSCE Talk 17.12.2025 9min

  In this episode of OSCE Talk, we break down how to take a clear, structured dermatology history, with a particular focus on skin lesions and suspected skin cancer.We walk through a practical approach using the OPERA framework, discuss key skin cancer risk factors, and explain how to assess lesions safely and systematically using the ABCDE framework. The episode also highlights the importance of understanding dermatological terminology, recognising the mental health impact of skin disease, and asking the right background questions in OSCEs and real clinical settings.This episode is designed to help you sound confident, organised, and clinically safe when faced with dermatology history stations.How to structure a dermatology history using OPERAKey skin cancer risk factors, including skin type and sun exposureWhy sunbed use significantly increases melanoma riskHow to assess skin lesions using the ABCDE frameworkThe Three S’s for lesion examination (sight, size, shape)Essential dermatology terminology to improve communicationThe relevance of drug history, family history, and steroid useHow skin conditions can impact mental health and daily lifeDisclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropiate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  How to Take an Eye (Ophthalmology) History | Red Flags & OSCE Tips 17.12.2025 12min

  In this episode of OSCE Talk, we break down how to take a clear, structured ophthalmology history for OSCEs and real clinical practice.We cover the key eye symptoms you must ask about, how to use a simple framework to avoid missing red flags, and how to recognise ophthalmological emergencies such as sudden vision loss, flashes, floaters, and diplopia.Using a practical case example, we guide you through differentiating common causes of visual disturbance, including macular degeneration, glaucoma, and retinal pathology — helping you sound confident, systematic, and safe in exams.Whether you’re revising for OSCEs or starting clinical placements, this episode gives you a repeatable structure you can use in any eye history station.A clear framework for ophthalmology history takingHow to assess visual disturbance effectivelyKey red flags that require urgent referralHow to localise vision loss (central vs peripheral)Common differential diagnoses in eye presentationsWhen to escalate to eye casualtyDisclaimer OSCE Talk is an educational resource designed primarily to help healthcare students prepare for clinical examinations. Episodes on the key, exam-relevant and salient points of each topic and are not intended to provide a complete or exhaustive review of clinical management.​Content is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for formal teaching, clinical supervision, local policies or current national guidance. While we aim to keep our content accurate and useful, medical guidance changes over time and episodes may contain omissions or necessary simplifications.​Always refer to appropiate guidance when making clinical decisions or caring for patients. 
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  Medicine MMI Explained | How Interviews Really Work 16.12.2025 6min

  Welcome to Osce Talk 👋In this episode, we break down Medicine MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) interviews and explain how they really work, based on our own experiences getting into medical school and sitting MMIs ourselves.We cover:What an MMI actually isWhy MMIs are used instead of traditional interviewsCommon MMI station types (role play, ethics, communication, prioritisation)What medical schools are really looking forHow to approach stations when you’re unsurePractical tips to improve your confidence and structureThis series is aimed at students applying to medicine, particularly those preparing for MMIs, but it’s also useful for anyone wanting to improve communication, ethical reasoning, and interview technique.📌 Future episodes will include:Ethics stations explainedRole-play examplesCommunication stationsReal MMI practice scenarios🔔 Subscribe to Osce Talk for practical, exam-focused and interview-focused medical education.