
Spoonful of Medicine
Nimisha Aithal
Spoonful of Medicine is a Paediatric Medical Podcast hosted by Dr Nim Aithal (Paediatric Advanced Trainee). We aim to help you improve your paediatric knowledge one spoonful at a time! With fortnightly episodes, and occasional mini-sodes, you'll be able to build your knowledge and feel more comfortable working with the little humans we care for.
Find us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine
Contact us at [email protected].
Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.
Spoonful of Medicine Podcast © 2022 by Nimisha Aithal is licensed under Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 International. To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
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Episode 1 - Cryptorchidism (Undescended testicle/s) | Where did the Ball Go?
Spoonful of Medicine
01/25/22 • 16 min
We take a look at the common presentation of the undescended Testicle. Join us as we go through the what, why, how to detect and how to manage of cryptorchidism.
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Trailer - Spoonful of Medicine - What you can expect!
Spoonful of Medicine
01/22/22 • 1 min
Spoonful of Medicine is a Paediatric Medical Podcast hosted by Dr Nim Aithal (Paediatric Trainee). We aim to help you improve your paediatric knowledge one spoonful at a time! Have a listen to what to expect from the show!
Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine
Contact us at [email protected]
Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too!
Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

S4 - Episode 6 - Alpha Thalassemia - Got no As to my Bs
Spoonful of Medicine
03/31/25 • 21 min
In the following 2 episodes we are taking a look at Thalassemias.
In this episode we focus on ALPHA THALESSEMIA. We break down the presentation, genetics, pathophysiology and clinical presentation. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a patient, or simply curious, this episode provides key insights into managing and understanding alpha thalassemia.
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Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.
![Spoonful of Medicine - S2 - Episode 7 - Crohn's Disease - Game of Chrohn's [Guest: Dr Felicity]](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/2ajti6995i1rbadefcsutw0naeqc?.avif)
S2 - Episode 7 - Crohn's Disease - Game of Chrohn's [Guest: Dr Felicity]
Spoonful of Medicine
10/26/23 • 27 min
Join Nim and Guest Dr Felicity for part 2 of our episodes discussing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).
Listen on and learn about Crohn's Disease, how it presents, how it differs from Ulcerative Colitis, how we diagnose it, how its treated and what the prognosis is like. All the while, there is a smattering of top tips and exam & clinical buzz words!
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![Spoonful of Medicine - S2 - Episode 2 - Study Group and Approach to the RACP Written Exam - Stressed but Blessed [Guest Dr Kriscara]](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/cm3a1mgro3g47a4vg42zfm6i5vs8?.avif)
S2 - Episode 2 - Study Group and Approach to the RACP Written Exam - Stressed but Blessed [Guest Dr Kriscara]
Spoonful of Medicine
06/10/23 • 22 min
We are back after a bit of a break (curtesy of a few exams!). Join Nim as she chats to fellow Paediatric Trainee, Friend, and stellar baker Dr Kriscara about Study Group, studying for RACP Exams, what worked for them and what are some ways to approach the study in the lead up to the RACP written Exams.
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Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too!
Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.
Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine
Contact us at [email protected]
Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too!
Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

S3 - Episode 8 - Kawasaki Disease PART 2 - Caring about the Coronaries
Spoonful of Medicine
08/27/24 • 19 min
Join Nim for Part 2 of 2 about Kawasaki Disease. In this episode, we discuss the management approach to Kawasaki Disease, what medications we use and why, the complications, and the follow-up for a child after an episode of Kawasaki's. This episode is high yield for students and clinicians alike, so be sure to check it out!
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Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too!
Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

S4 - Episode 5 - Infantile Spasms - Oh Baby Baby
Spoonful of Medicine
03/16/25 • 20 min
Listen on as Nim discusses the topic of Infantile Spasms. Learn about what they are, why we get worried about them, how to work up a patient with IS and what the treatment and prognosis for those with it.
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Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

S4 - Episode 1 - The RACP Written Exam (Revision Revisited)
Spoonful of Medicine
02/09/25 • 24 min
By popular demand, in the first 3 episodes of the year we are revisiting the RACP Exam series. In Episode 1, join me and Dr Kriscara (now a Paediatric Renal Fellow) as we discuss how we approached the lead up to the RACP written examination. After listening to this episode, you will have a good idea on where to begin, how to make the most out of study group, and how to make sure your preparation is well planned.
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Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

S4 - Episode 2 - The RACP Long Case (Revision Revisited)
Spoonful of Medicine
02/10/25 • 29 min
By popular demand, in the first 3 episodes of the year we are revisiting the RACP Exam series. In Episode 2, join me and Dr Kriscara (now a Paediatric Renal Fellow) as we discuss how we approached the lead up to the RACP Long Case Clinical examination. We chat about learning to do long cases, how to practice them effectively, and how to maximize your time in order to present them with finesse.
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Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.

S4 - Episode 7 - Beta Thalassemia - Bye Bye Beta Globin
Spoonful of Medicine
04/21/25 • 20 min
In this episode we focus on BETA THALESSEMIA. We break down the presentation, genetics, pathophysiology and clinical presentation. We then explore the management and prognosis.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional, student, or someone interested in medical science, this episode provides key insights to gain a deeper understanding of this important condition.
Follow us on Instagram @spoonful.of.medicine
Contact us at [email protected]
Make sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on new episodes, and RATE and leave a REVIEW to help others find us too!
Note: Information is for medical education; Not clinical advice. Check your local guidelines for specific clinical advice and recommendations.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Spoonful of Medicine have?
Spoonful of Medicine currently has 70 episodes available.
What topics does Spoonful of Medicine cover?
The podcast is about Medical School, Doctor, Health & Fitness, Pediatrics, Medicine, Podcasts and Education.
What is the most popular episode on Spoonful of Medicine?
The episode title 'Episode 21 - von Willebrand Disease - When the platelets can't stick' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Spoonful of Medicine?
The average episode length on Spoonful of Medicine is 20 minutes.
How often are episodes of Spoonful of Medicine released?
Episodes of Spoonful of Medicine are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Spoonful of Medicine?
The first episode of Spoonful of Medicine was released on Jan 22, 2022.
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