Psychosocial Short Stature

Here are the key points for this rare cause of short stature:

Read more: Psychosocial Dwarfism

New Gestational Age Designations

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has decided to change the definition of Term pregnancy.  Here is the new designations along with the former designation:

The reasoning behind the change is that:

• Research has shown that babies born in the "early term" have a 20% greater risk of significant complications compared to those born after 39 weeks.

• "The frequency of adverse neonatal outcomes is lowest among uncomplicated pregnancies delivered between 39 0/7 weeks of gestation and 40 6/7 weeks of gestation" (Full Term)
  

Source:  American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)

Von Hippel Lindau (VHL) Mnemonic

Here's a visual way to remember the key associations for VHL:

Read more: BaroneMnemonic: VHL

Hashimoto's Thyroiditis Mnemonic

Here's a way to remember some key facts about Hashimoto's Thyroiditis by using it's name!:

Read more: Hashimoto's Thyroiditis Mnemonic

Retinoblastoma Mnemonic

Here's a fun way to remember the key associations for familial retinoblastoma :

Read more: Retinoblastoma Mnemonic

Abetalipoproteinemia

Here's a simple way to remember some important features of this autosomal recessive genetic disorder:

Read more: BaroneMnemonic: Abetalipoproteinemia

The Consequence of Not Preparing Well for the Dragons!

What's your guess?

Residency directors are less likely to look at your application if you have a failure on your first attempt of which board exam?

A) Step 1

B) Step 2 CK

Answer:

Read more: Consequences

The name has the answer! 

Thanks to Dr. Mandalyn Kautz

 New version June 2, 2015! 

Source: "The Agnew Clinic," an 1889 oil painting by Thomas Eakin, shows a 19th century operating theater in action. (Image: Philadelphia Museum of Art/Public Domain)