Diagnostic Atypia

Diagnostic Atypia

Drs. Michael Arcieri and Andrew Sanchez

Episodes 30
Avg. Duration 46m
Activity Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (12)
Since Dec 2024
Latest Episode May 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Consistency
41%
Hosting
feeds.async.com

Contact & Outreach

About This Podcast

Inspired by the Diagnosis community (eg The Clinical Problem Solvers), Drs. Michael Arcieri (@mikearcieri.bsky.social) and Andrew Sanchez (@ASanchez_PS) present a new space for Dx enthusiasts to experience diagnostic dilemmas encountered on the general medicine wards and medical ICU service. From puzzling symptoms to rare conditions, Drs. Arcieri and Sanchez highlight the twists and turns of atypical diagnostic journeys. Clinicians and students are invited to bring thought-provoking cases for group reflection ([email protected]). Episode-associated teaching is available at DxAtypia.com

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Recent Episodes

S2E16 Episode 28: Diagnostic Dilemma - AKI on Allograft + CHF

May 18, 2026 52m

Mike presents a case of AKI with heart failure in a patient with recent TAVR and kidney transplant. When do you reconsider the diagnosis in a patient failing to respond to treatment despite strong…

S2E15 Episode 27: Rapid Response! - GI Bleed

May 04, 2026 32m

Kicking off a new series dedicated to management reasoning, Andrew presents a case of "dark stools" after recent UGIB. Occam's razor vs Hickam's dictum?

S2E14 Episode 26: Diagnostic Dilemma - Painless Vision Loss

Apr 20, 2026 55m

Mike presents the case of a man with painless vision loss and new colorblindness. The retinal exam suggests ischemic vs inflammatory causes. Are acute symptoms always explained by acute diseases?

S2E13 Episode 25: Guestpisode! - Pan Positive ROS

Apr 15, 2026 1h

Dr. Jeffrey Shen presents a perplexing case of a patient with symptoms across nearly all organ systems with some non-specific positive tests but no unifying diagnosis. How can testing characteristics…

S2E12 Episode 24: Diagnostic Dilemma - Subacute Fatigue + BMP Derangements

Mar 23, 2026 44m

Andrew presents the case of a woman with subacute fatigue but no localizing symptoms. On arrival, every lab is flashing red. The diagnosis remains elusive, but seems so obvious in reflection. Can you…

S2E11 Episode 23: Diagnostic Dilemma - Readmission with Acute AMS

Mar 09, 2026 50m

Mike presents the case of a recently hospitalized man readmitted to the hospital for altered mental status with neuropsychiatric features. The case escalates without a diagnosis until suddenly he's…

S2E10 Episode 22: Diagnostic Dilemma - Post-operative Ascites with Mystery Guest!

Feb 23, 2026 47m

Mike works through a case of new-onset ascites, where every test comes back negative. Or did they? When we don't know what test to order next, sometimes the best approach is to reconsider the results…

S2E9 Episode 21: Guestpisode! - Bradycardia

Dec 22, 2025 49m

Dr Nicholas Salter presents the case of an elderly woman evaluated in the ED for confusion & bradycardia. What if the disease marker can cause the disease itself?

S2E8 Episode 20: Guestpisode! - Refractory Shock

Nov 24, 2025 49m

Dr. Brendan Robinson presents a case of refractory shock after recent CABG. As the 4th pressor is hung, Andrew and Mike realize they don't have the "tincture of time" in this one. Join us for an…

S2E7 Episode 19: Guestpisode! - Sinus Tachycardia

Nov 10, 2025 51m

Dr. Zaven Sargsyan presents the case of a female patient with the scariest rhythm of them all. The final diagnosis is extremely common, but the path to get there? Let's just say the horses still seem…

S2E4 Episode 18: Diagnostic Dilemma - Non-Healing Wound

Oct 27, 2025 44m

"I'm here for my leg, doc" *cough cough*

S2E5 Episode 17: Diagnostic Dilemma - Spontaneous Hematomas

Oct 13, 2025 32m

Grab your RBC inner tube and come flow down the coagulation cascade with us! But let's not forget what lies upstream...

S2E4 Episode 16: Diagnostic Dilemma - Recurrent Acute Chest Pain

Oct 01, 2025 42m

A patient arrives to the emergency department with chest pain. You can make the diagnosis before even placing your stethoscope on his chest, but only if you're looking closely. Make your Intro to…

S2E3 Episode 15: Guestpisode! - Lower Extremity Weakness + Pain

Sep 15, 2025 46m

Dr. Austin Rezigh joins us to present the case of a woman in clinic with chronic progressive lower extremity weakness & pain. When every lab and study is flashing red, how do you sort the red…

S2E2 Episode 14 (Part 2): Choose Your Own Adventure - The Answer

Sep 01, 2025 12m

Mike provides the results for each potential answer choice from last week. Andrew then discusses his approach to the case, revealing the final diagnosis at the end!

S2E1 Episode 14 (Part 1): Choose Your Own Adventure - The Case

Aug 25, 2025 13m

Season 2 is here! We kick off the new season with a fun twist on our usual format. This week, Mike presents a case to YOU of recurrent post-prandial abdominal pain and then leaves you with a…

S1E13 Episode 13: Diagnostic Dilemma - Subacute Progressive Lower Extremity Weakness

May 26, 2025 47m

Mike presents a case of atraumatic rhabdomyolysis in a patient with worsening lower extremity weakness. Testing will take weeks to return. How do we approach management when we don't have all the…

S1E12 Episode 12: Diagnostic Dilemma - Acute "Red Leg"

May 12, 2025 45m

Andrew presents a case of acute "red leg" overlying a chronically deformed joint. Is it infectious, or a flare of something else?

S1E11 Episode 11: Diagnostic Dilemma - Back Pain & Dysuria

Apr 28, 2025 43m

Mike presents a case of back and dysuria with a challenging endpoint diagnosis. How far can you get without tissue?

S1E10 Episode 10: Guestpisode! - Pancytopenia

Apr 14, 2025 40m

Dr. Maddy Conte joins us to discuss a case of pancytopenia. Come flex your blood smear skills!

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Diagnostic Atypia have?

Diagnostic Atypia has published 30 episodes since December 2024, covering topics in Education, Life Sciences.

Is Diagnostic Atypia still active?

Diagnostic Atypia is currently active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 46m.

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