#346 Meningitis

59 min • 25 juli 2022

There’s nothing that gets a hospitalist more anxious and excited at the same time than a case of suspected meningitis. In this episode, we learn that if the thought crosses our mind, a lumbar puncture is almost certainly indicated. Our guest, Dr. Payal Patel, helps us with the balancing act that is diagnosing and managing meningitis!

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Show Segments

Intro, disclaimer, guest bio
Guest one-liner, Picks of the Week*
Case from Kashlak; history and physical
Initial workup for meningitis
Treatment choices and duration
Transitions of Care

Credits

Written and Produced by: Monee Amin MD, Meredith Trubitt MD, MPH
Infographic and Cover Art: Caroline Coleman, MD
Show Notes: Monee Amin, MD
Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Monee amin,, MD
Reviewer: Rahul Ganatra, MD MPH
Executive Producer: Karly Loy
Showrunner: Matthew Watto MD, FACP
Editor: podpaste
Guest: Payal Patel, MD

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