Blog Archive

Diagnostic Reasoning
- Jul 30, 2023 What is Diagnostic Reasoning?
- Aug 12, 2023 The Power of Pre-Test Probability
- Aug 26, 2023 How to Create Great Differential Diagnoses: An Introduction
- Sep 4, 2023 Diagnostic Frameworks Part 1: Mechanisms Framework
- Sep 7, 2023 Diagnostic Frameworks Part 2: Systems Framework
- Sep 11, 2023 Diagnostic Frameworks Part 3: Anatomic Framework
- Sep 14, 2023 Diagnostic Frameworks Part 4: Checklist / Mnemonic Framework
- Sep 26, 2023 What is Sensitivity and Specificity?
- Oct 23, 2023 Understanding Positive and Negative Predictive Values
- Nov 1, 2023 How to get Good at Clinical Problem Solving
- Dec 6, 2023 Generating Focused, Accurate, and Relevant Differential Diagnoses
- Dec 11, 2023 Understanding and Applying Positive and Negative Likelihood Ratios (LRs) in Practice
- Dec 14, 2023 Using Fagan’s Nomogram to Assess Pre-Test Probability and Post-Test Probability
- Jan 1, 2024 A Case of Anchoring Bias
- Jan 23, 2024 How do we Improve our Diagnostic Reasoning Skills? A Look at Problem Representation and Illness Scripts

Diagnostic Testing - Cardiology
- Sep 19, 2023 My Patient has Chest Pain: Should I Order Non-Invasive Cardiac Testing?
Diagnostic Testing - General Surgery
- Aug 5, 2023 Should I Order an Ultrasound for my Patient with Suspected Hernia?
- Nov 9, 2023 When to Order Imaging for Acute Right Upper Quadrant Abdominal Pain
Diagnostic Testing - Neurology
- Aug 19, 2023 When Should you Order Imaging for a Patient with Neck Pain?
- Aug 30, 2023 My Patient has a Headache, is Imaging Necessary?
Diagnostic Testing - Orthopedics
- Aug 19, 2023 When Should you Order Imaging for a Patient with Neck Pain?
- Feb 14, 2024 Adult with Hip Pain: When to Order Imaging
- May 15, 2024 Diagnostic Approach to Shoulder Pain
- Jun 15, 2024 Knee Pain in Adults: When to Order Diagnostic Imaging
- Oct 1, 2024 Should I Order Imaging for Low Back Pain?
Diagnostic Testing - Otolaryngology
- Feb 28, 2024 When to Order CT Sinus Imaging for Rhinosinusitis
- Jul 1, 2024 Diagnostic Approach to Dysphagia
Diagnostic Testing - Respirology
- Jan 12, 2024 When to Consider Diagnostic Imaging for Chronic Cough
Diagnostic Testing - Urology
- Oct 16, 2023 Diagnostic Approach to Suspected Renal Colic
- Nov 21, 2023 When to Order Imaging for Male Patients with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms

Endocrine Labs
- Oct 18, 2024 Thyroid Lab Tests: Conundrums & Controversies
Gastroenterology Labs
- Feb 3, 2025 Elevated ALT: Causes and Evaluation
Hematology Labs
- Dec 1, 2024 Microcytic Anemias: Thalassemia Lab Test Interpretation
- Feb 3, 2025 Elevated ALT: Causes and Evaluation
Lab Test Basics
- May 1, 2024 Understanding Lab Reference Ranges: A Primer
Rheumatology Labs
- Nov 11, 2024 ESR & CRP: Lab Test Pearls for Nurse Practitioners

Practice Management
- Oct 3, 2023 How do I become a Nurse Practitioner in Canada?
- Oct 5, 2023 How do I become a Nurse Practitioner in the U.S.?
- Oct 11, 2023 How do I become a Nurse Practitioner: Getting my License
- Oct 19, 2023 How do I Study for my Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam?
- Oct 26, 2023 Preparing to become a Nurse Practitioner? Here are 3 Tips
- Nov 13, 2023 How to Prepare for a Nurse Practitioner Job Interview
- Nov 29, 2023 How Do We Deal with Mistakes in Medicine?
- Jan 31, 2024 How to Deal with Imposter Syndrome
- Feb 21, 2024 Is Personality Linked with Burnout? Exploring the Five Factor Model
- Mar 6, 2024 Should I Become a Nurse Practitioner?
- Apr 3, 2024 Documentation Essentials
- May 16, 2024 How do I become a Nurse Practitioner in Ontario?
- May 26, 2024 Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Canada
- Sep 5, 2024 Burnout and Building Resilience
- Dec 28, 2024 Becoming a Nurse Practitioner: Transition to Practice Tips