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Anatomy and Physiology - Bit by Bit

Anatomy & Physiology - Bit by Bit

Anatomy & Physiology - Bit by Bit is the #1 A&P podcast on the internet, as rated by FeedSpot and Millionpodcasts. Dr. Steve Sullivan is a tenured Professor of Anatomy & Physiology at Bucks County Community College, where he’s taught since 2002. He’s also the author of Anatomy & Physiology Digital Suite from McGraw-Hill Education. This show is not only intended for college students taking A&P, but also for anyone who is interested in how the human body is structured and how it functions. Where students are concerned, the goal is "B or better." Whether you're interested in nursing, physical therapy, physician assistant, radiography, dental hygiene, etc., a B or better is the goal to be competitive with other students in your field. Hopefully, these short, pointed discussions will help you understand what you need to be successful. Check out the show’s Instagram and YouTube channels as well. Feel free to email content questions to minus55media@gmail.com, and Dr. Steve will answer them on the show.

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#96
August 17 · 47 min
Genes & Genetic Counseling with Dr. Caralynn Wilczewski - Episode 96
Episode 96 covers genes and Genetic Counseling with Dr. Caralynn Wilczewski. Dr. Wilczewski earned her PhD in Genetics and Molecular Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and her master’s degree in Genetic Counseling through the joint program at Johns Hopkins University and the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Wilczewski is a genetic counselor and Chief Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellow at the National Human Genome Research Institute within the National Institutes
#95
August 10 · 48 min
Fascia & Myofascial Release with Dr. Kate Oland - Episode 95
Episode 95 is about fascia and myofascial release therapy, a form of manual therapy that uses sustained, carefully directed pressure and stretching techniques intended to improve the mobility of the fascia and surrounding soft tissues.
#94
August 3 · 46 min
Prostate Cancer and Uro-oncology with Dr. Alexander Kutikov, MD - Episode 94
Episode 94 focuses on prostate cancer. Other than skin cancer, it is the most common cancer for biological males. In this episode, I discuss prostate cancer and other urologic cancers with Dr. Alexander Kutikov, MD, of Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Kutikov, a graduate of Harvard Medical School, is a surgical oncologist and the chair of urology at Fox Chase, one of the premier cancer centers in the United States.
#93
July 15 · 49 min
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Occupational Therapy, & Death Doulas with Dr. Janine Rajauski - Episode 93
Episode 93 covers the genetic connective tissue disorders called Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). My guest is a doctor of occupational therapy and a person living with EDS. Dr. Janine Rajauski is also a professor of anatomy & physiology, a death doula, and she runs a foundation in memory of a loved one who was the victim of domestic violence. We talked about all of these topics and much more.
#92
June 29 · 47 min
Multiple Sclerosis with Selena Buongiorno, PA-C (Episode 92)
Episode 92 covers the autoimmune disease Multiple Sclerosis. My guest, Selena Buongiorno, is a certified physician assistant practicing functional and lifestyle medicine, an MS researcher, and host of the “MSWired Podcast,” which is about multiple sclerosis and other chronic conditions.
#91
May 11 · 35 min
Autoimmune Disease - Episode 91 (with Dr. Alexis Barbut)
Episode 91 covers the basics of autoimmune disease with special guest Dr. Alexis Barbut. Dr. Alexis is a double board-certified rheumatologist with a clinical focus on reproductive rheumatology, women’s health, and autoimmune disease. We talked about the causes, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options of autoimmune disease in general. We also touch on some of the more common ones, like multiple sclerosis, lupus, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, and Sjogren’s disease. You can find Dr. Alexis on In
#90
May 4 · 56 min
Stroke, Cerebrovascular Disease, & Aneurysm - Episode 90
Episode 90 covers the third leading cause of death in the world: stroke. Stroke goes hand-in-hand with cerebrovascular disease and aneurysm, so I put it all together in this episode. We talk about what a stroke is, the different kinds, the risk factors, how they happen, diagnosis, treatment, and more. This episode is essential for any practicing or aspiring healthcare professional.
#89
April 22 · 36 min
Alzheimer Disease and Parkinson Disease - Episode 89
Episode 89 covers two of the most common neurological diseases of aging, Alzheimer and Parkinson disease. I know it sounds odd without the possessive, but that's the standard when it's written. These diseases are often reduced to "dementia" and "tremors," but there is so much more to their mechanisms, signs, symptoms, findings, treatments, and prognoses. We discuss the anatomical background needed to understand these diseases and their clinical significance.
#88
March 30 · 1 hr 5 min
Infectious Disease & Vaccines with Dr. Anusha Viswanathan, MD - Episode 88
For this episode, I am joined by Dr. Anusha Viswanathan, MD, pediatric infectious disease specialist. Dr. Viswanathan and I discuss bacteria, viruses, signs & symptoms, fevers, antibiotics, antibiotic resistance, vaccines, vaccine hesitancy & denial, and Anusha’s own podcast with Diana Leygerman, “Everyone Deserves Sunshine,” which is about the HBO Max show, Heated Rivalry. Outbreaks of diseases that have been under control for decades are popping up all over the United States because of vaccine
#87
March 23 · 52 min
COPD with Dr. Nina Maouelainin - Episode 87
Episode 87 is all about the 3rd most common cause of death in the United States: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Joining me to discuss this extremely important clinical topic is Philadelphia-area interventional pulmonologist Dr. Nina Maouelainin. Dr. Nina is the founder of Lung Health Services and the Women in Interventional Pulmonology organization. We discussed what COPD is, the causes, risk factors, diagnosis, treatments, and prognosis. It is the perfect clinical application of the res
#86
March 19 · 51 min
Joints (Part 2) - Episode 86
This is ANOTHER bonus mid-week episode at the request of a listener! Mykenzie from Minnesota asked for an episode on joints, and that is what you’re all going to get. In fact, you’re getting TWO episodes on joints because it’s just too much information for one! Joints (Part 2) focuses on synovial joints. I discuss the angular movements that take place at joints and the most clinically significant synovial joints in the human body, including their structure, function, and the common injuries that
#85
March 16 · 54 min
Obesity and GLP-1 with Dr. Angela Fitch, MD - Episode 85
This episode is all about the disease of obesity, its related illnesses, and treatments, such as GLP-1 agonists, like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and Monjaro. My guest, Dr. Angela Fitch, M.D. is an obesity medicine specialist who is the co-founder and chief medical officer of knownwell, a medical clinic that specializes in judgement-free, evidence-based weight management and weight-inclusive primary care.
#84
March 12 · 46 min
Joints (Part 1) - Episode 84
This is a bonus mid-week episode at the request of a listener! Mykenzie from Minnesota asked for an episode on joints, and that is what you’re all going to get. In fact, you’re getting TWO episodes on joints because it’s just too much information for one! Joints (Part 1) covers the basics of arthrology, basic anatomy, classes of joints, lever systems, and range of motion. Thanks, Mykenzie, for reaching out!
#83
March 9 · 47 min
What is Cancer? - Episode 83 (with Christy Kestner, PhD)
This episode asks the important and broad question, “What is Cancer?” To answer it, I spoke with Dr. Christy Kestner, PhD. Dr. Kestner has a PhD in Neuroscience, with a focus on immunology and oncology. We discuss the cellular basis of cancer, signs & symptoms, types, risk factors, causes, treatments, and more. Basically, the nuts and bolts of cancer. You can find Dr. Kestner on Instagram, Substack, TikTok, Medium, YouTube and LinkedIn.
#82
March 2 · 43 min
Diabetes Mellitus - Episode 82
This episode covers one of the most common diseases in the world, diabetes mellitus. Most people know someone with diabetes, whether it’s type 1 or type 2. We discuss exactly what diabetes mellitus is, the difference between type 1 & 2, the causes, risk factors, signs & symptoms, lab findings, exam findings, complications, treatments, prognoses, and more. It is the 7th leading cause of death in the US and 8th in the world, costing over $1 trillion per year in healthcare costs.
#81
February 23 · 43 min
Coronary Artery Disease - Episode 81
This episode covers the number 1 cause of death in the history of the human race, coronary artery disease, the most common form of heart disease. It’s also known as ischemic heart disease. It is still the leading cause of death in the world. Listen in to find out exactly what it is. Among other things, we discuss its causes, risk factors, signs, symptoms, exam findings, lab findings, treatments, and prognoses. Just about everyone knows someone with coronary artery disease and just about all of u
February 19 · 50 min
REBOOT: The Cytoplasm of the Human Cell (Episode 5)
This is a REBOOT of episode 5. I have added more pertinent content that you are probably going to need in A&P. This reboot is an in-depth look at the cytoplasm of a human cell. We discuss organelles, inclusions, cytosol, the cytoskeleton, glycolysis, anaerobic fermentation, aerobic respiration, and a little bit about the nucleus.
February 16 · 2 min
Big Announcement for 'A&P: Bit by Bit' Listeners
Anatomy & Physiology: Bit by Bit is shifting gears! Now that most of the content covered in a typical A&P course has been covered, it's time to move toward CLINICAL APPLICATION. Each episode will now focus on specific diseases, conditions, and injuries. Being able to apply the concepts in A&P to clinical scenarios is the best way to show mastery! The first clinical episode will drop on February 23rd and cover the most common cause of mortality in the world: Ischemic Heart Disease. Join me on thi
February 12 · 50 min
REBOOT: Specifics of Membrane Transport - Episode 4
This episode discusses the important topic of membrane transport, which is how water, solutes, ions, metabolic waste, and other materials enter and exit the cell across its plasma membrane. Diffusion and osmosis, passive and active transport, you name it. This is one of the most important concepts in cellular physiology.
January 14 · 33 min
REBOOT: Cells and Their Plasma Membrane: Episode 3
This episode introduces the cell and discusses the plasma membrane in detail. This includes the phospholipid bilayer, cholesterol, and membrane proteins. Since it was first released in 2019, I have added some content and improved the audio quality. Check it out for a much-needed review!

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