MEM Cast

Episode 302: Cardio-renal syndrome part 1 29.05.2026 27min

In this episode of MEMcast, we are joined by Dr Shahar Khan to discuss cardio-renal syndrome, a condition where dysfunction of the heart and kidneys are closely interconnected.We explore what cardio-renal syndrome is, the underlying pathophysiology, and how to differentiate it from other causes of acute kidney injury. We also discuss the key clinical signs, risk factors, and a practical approach to diagnosis.

Episode 301: Bone Marrow Failure 15.05.2026 25min

This week Dr Aritri Mandal rejoins Dr Thomas Bond on the podcast to cover bone marrow failure! Don't miss out on how to recognise, investigate and manage the consequences of pancytopenias.

Episode 300: Parkinson's Disease Part 2 10.05.2026 11min

In this episode, Dr. Mahzabin Islam, consultant neurologist, talks us through the clinical examination of Parkinson’s disease, approaches to assessing Parkinsonism, as well as recent research updates and the role of diet and lifestyle modifications in Parkinson’s disease.

Episode 299: Understanding Hypertension part 2 01.05.2026 17min

We welcome Dr Macconaill on our latest MEMcast episode, which dives into the management of hypertension, from practical lifestyle interventions to choosing the right medications, all with the goal of reducing cardiovascular risk.We focus on a patient-centred approach, moving beyond the blood pressure reading to truly support our patients in achieving long-term health outcomes.

Episode 298: Myopericarditis 24.04.2026 23min

Dr Thomas Bond and Dr Mrinal Thakur discuss the ins and outs of diagnosing and treating myopericardial syndrome. We discuss the new ESC guidelines and a few interesting cases to illustrate the key elements of managing this potentially life threatening diagnosis, don't miss out!

Episode 297: Parkinson's Disease Part 1 18.04.2026 14min

In this episode, Dr. Mahjabin Islam, consultant neurologist, walks us through the pathophysiology, as well as the motor and non-motor features of Parkinson’s disease.

Episode 296: Understanding Hypertension 1 10.04.2026 22min

In this episode of Memcast, we dive into hypertension, one of the most common yet often underestimated conditions in clinical practice.We explore how hypertension is diagnosed, the nuances that are often overlooked, and why accurate measurement matters more than we think. We unpack the real impact on patients, from silent end-organ damage to more symptomatic and pronounced organ failure.

Episode 295: Cardiovascular Immune Mediated Inflammatory Disorders 03.04.2026 19min

This week we are jointed By Professor Maya Buch, Chief Investigator of the UK Cardio-IMID partnership to talk about the cutting edge of cardio-rheumatology. If you are interested in the link between inflammation and heart disease you won't want to miss out on this weeks episode!

Episode 294: Ventricular Tachycardia: Long Term Management 27.03.2026 23min

This week Dr Thomas Bond and Dr Daniel Ng discuss the ins and outs of VT prevention, from ICD's to amiodarone! Tune in to find out what to do after you have cardioverted!

Episode 293: Aspergillosis 2 20.03.2026 12min

In this episode of MEMcast, we dive into pulmonary aspergillosis, a condition that is often overlooked but carries significant clinical consequences if missed.We uncover the red flag symptoms that should make you pause, guide you through the diagnostic challenges, and break down the management decisions that can change outcomes.Join us as we bring clarity to a condition every clinician should feel confident recognising.

Episode 292: Acute Mesenteric Ischemia 14.03.2026 20min

Dr Tanveer Hossain, a post-CCT robotic surgery fellow in upper gastrointestinal surgery and endoscopy at Southampton Hospital. Dr Hussain has extensive experience in the management of complex gastrointestinal conditions and advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques.In today’s episode, he will be sharing his expertise on acute mesenteric ischemia, helping us understand how to recognise it early and how it is managed from a surgical perspective.

Episode 291: CADASIL (Cerebral autosomal dominant arteriopathy with subcortical infarcts and leukoencephalopathy) 06.03.2026 12min

This week we discuss about CADASIL, a hereditary small vessel disease and rare cause of stroke, it's clinical features, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management approach.

Episode 290: Aspergillosis part 1 27.02.2026 11min

Join us on this episode of MEMcast as we discuss approaches to identifying and managing patients with aspergillosis, offering practical insights for healthcare professionals and students.We explore the different clinical forms from allergic disease to chronic and invasive infection, and highlight the key risk factors that should sharpen your clinical suspicion.

Episode 289: Acute Management of Ventricular Tachycardia 20.02.2026 28min

Join Dr Thomas Bond and Dr Daniel Ng as we share the first of our 2 episodes covering VT. Episode one will tell you everything you need to know about how to manage a patient on call when you are handed a "dodgy" ECG that turns out to be VT! Don't miss out on key strategies to handle this on-call emergency.

Episode 288: Managing cDMARDs on the ward 06.02.2026 23min

Ever wondered what do with patient on methotrexate, with and infection, awaiting surgery, with a flare of their arthritis? In this episode Dr Thomas Bond and Dr Harris Fayyaz cover the practical points for managing patients on conventional DMARDs, covering when to stop and when they are safe to continue! 

Episode 287: Clinical Approach to Acute shortness of breath 24.01.2026 13min

Dr Rafid Ahmed, consultant in Acute medicine , currently working in University Hospital of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust, is walking us through clinical approach to acute shortness of breath.

Episode 286: Functional Neurological Disorder Part 3 10.01.2026 19min

Dr Sumeet Singhal , consultant neurologist is discussing about management approach to FND.

Episode 285: Atherosclerosis 19.12.2025 19min

Ever wondered why some plaques rupture and others sit there politely not causing an MI? Dr Chris Wall talks to us about atherosclerosis in this weeks episode, describing what makes a plaque "vulnerable", and the role of inflammation in plaque development. Don't miss out on this atherosclerosis rundown.If you get chance, please take 5 minutes to let us know what you think of the podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfEEdl5sLI7qguJG6nWS9roU5uTzQ13PKjKqzmP-gZhlCrgXg/viewform

Episode 284: Functional Neurological Disorder part 2 05.12.2025 14min

Dr Sumeet Singhal, consultant neurologist at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, discussed about Clinical approach to FND . 

Episode 283: Tumour Lysis Syndrome 21.11.2025 23min

This week we take a closer look at Tumour Lysis Syndrome, following the September guideline update from the BSH. Dr Aritri Mandal covers everything you need to know about diagnosing, monitoring and treating this life threatening complication of malignancy!Please look at our instagram page for questions related to the topicPlease click on our linktree on our instagram page to access our feedback form!https://www.instagram.com/mem.cast/