In the News (March 2024)

Ever found yourself drifting through the endless sea of Tik Tok videos and bumped into a bit of medical advice? Did you find yourself pondering over the credibility of the information shared? Ever wondered if this advice, nestled between dance routines and comedy sketches, could actually have a pinch of scientific truth or real-life application? Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he sifts through some medical advice on Tik Tok. However, always do your own research. May 6, 2024 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

Have you ever leaned on your elbow for a long period of time that your pinky finger feels numb or tingling? It could be cubital tunnel syndrome, where your ulnar nerve gets a little too cozy at the elbow. Constant bending can irritate the cubital tunnel, the narrow pathway where the ulnar nerve hangs out at your elbow.  We will go over the signs and symptoms of this tingling sensation. Now, the question is conservative management such as rest and ice or surgical management?  Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he hits the not-so-funny bone zone. April 29, 2024 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

Feeling a little gloomy? It might be a lack of that sunshine vitamin, also known as vitamin D. In this last episode of our Nutrition Series: Fat Soluble Vitamin, we will crack open the science behind this essential nutrient. We will discuss the different ways we can boost the vitamin levels such diet, supplements or going outside a little bit more. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he sheds light on why you might be feeling sluggish. April 22, 2024 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this podcast, we will switch from water soluble vitamins to fat soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K). Unlike water soluble vitamins that need constant intake, fat soluble vitamins can be stored by the body. We will discuss what happens when we are deficient with the fat soluble vitamins A, E and K.  Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he dives deep into what makes these vitamins different from their water soluble counterparts. April 15, 2024 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

Next up in our Nutrition Series, we’ll crack the code on what B12 and folic acid do to your body. Those sneaky deficiencies can lead to you feeling less than normal. We will discuss the signs and symptoms between the two and try to understand the various factors that contribute to these deficiencies. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal so we can all be well informed about B12 and folic acid. April 8, 2024 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In this episode, we will discuss part 2 of our micronutrient series: water-soluble vitamins. We will dive into the world of Vitamin C, and squeeze out the juicy details that boost our immune system. We will also take a tangy detour into the history of a happy hour drink, Gin and tonic. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he connects Vitamin C and happy hour. April 1, 2024 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

This week, we’ll start a new micronutrient series, water-soluble vitamins. We’ll break down the basics of water-soluble vitamins, explaining their role in health and why we need them. Unlike fat-soluble vitamins, our bodies do not store them, and we need them regularly in our diet. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he sets the stage for this new micronutrient series. March 25, 2024 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

Do you ever feel like your hand is falling asleep all the time? Is it tingling or having a numb feeling? This common condition that is cramping your style is carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome can be caused by repetitive hand motion, pregnancy and other medical conditions. The symptoms that your patient might experience is numbness, tingling or weakness in their hand. To make the diagnosis, you’ll perform various sensory and motor testing. Next, the treatment will depend on the severity. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he hopes this episode helps shed some light on this common syndrome. March 18, 2024 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

In our State of the Union (medical edition), we will go over a number of changes in the medical field. We’ll crack open CDC guideline updates, explore a potential cancer link in acne medications, a melatonin gummy warning and debunking a TikTok trend. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he addresses the State of the Union (medical edition). March 11, 2024 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —

Does your thumb hurt from doing repetitive movements such as texting or scrolling? In this episode, we will dive into a very common pain and swelling around the thumb tendons. In the past, we used to call it the Blackberry thumb, but now it’s more like iPhone or Android thumb. This condition is known as de Quervain tenosynovitis. We’ll discuss how your patient might present including tenderness, difficulty grasping objects and pain when twisting their wrist. Then, we’ll provide the different treatments depending on the severity such as splints, NSAIDs or surgery. Join Dr. Niket Sonpal as he provides us with a roadmap to recovery for de Quervain tenosynovitis. March 4, 2024 — Do you work in primary care medicine? Primary Care Medicine Essentials is our brand new program specifically designed for primary care providers to increase their core medical knowledge & improve patient flow optimization. Learn more here: Primary Care Essentials —