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Inthemess UK

By In the mess UK

Hi, we're in the mess.

We're a group of junior doctors who believe that the age of death by powerpoint is over. Medical education is changing as the needs and expectations of undergraduate and postgraduate students evolve. We used to work in firms and learn from our colleagues on the job, but rotas, shifts, rotations and pandemics make this harder than ever- we have our textbook knowledge but we lack the personal touch.

On this channel you'll find focussed content that directs you to the stuff you need to know, and doesn't waste your time with the stuff you don't.
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Acute Limb Ischaemia

Inthemess UKJan 09, 2023

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Acute Limb Ischaemia

Acute Limb Ischaemia

A quick run through of the causes and treatment of ALI by Martin one of our vascular regs. 



Jan 09, 202307:37
ABG Interpretation... how to!

ABG Interpretation... how to!

ABGs... aren't they brilliant. But also a little bit complicated. 

Here's Tim to talk you through them!  Drop us a comment below if you like this and want more!  

#whatyoureallyneedtoknow

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Please note: This video is intended for educational and entertainment purposes, as a supplement to your formal medical education. It is not individual clinical advice and should not take precedence over your organisational policy or normal practice. If in doubt, senior assistance from a qualified person who has direct clinical responsibility for the patient should always be sought.

Jan 02, 202311:49
Hyperkalaemia

Hyperkalaemia

How to manage hyperkalaemia, the first in a short series of electrolyte imbalances! 


Remember when managing these patients ensure you are appropriately trained and seek the help of the senior clinician looking after the patient if you feel you are unsure of the management. This podcast is for entertainment and should not replace any formal medical training. 

Dec 19, 202205:02
Alcohol withdrawal

Alcohol withdrawal

Kirsty takes us through what to do when you're bleeped about alcohol withdrawal...   

 Please note: This video is intended for educational and entertainment purposes, as a supplement to your formal medical education. It is not individual clinical advice and should not take precedence over your organisational policy or normal practice. If in doubt, senior assistance from a qualified person who has direct clinical responsibility for the patient should always be sought.

Dec 01, 202204:42
FDI Haematology

FDI Haematology

welcome back to inthemess ☁️


Today Abhi our friendly Haematology reg talks to us about how to manage your first days on the haematology ward. 

Oct 17, 202213:30
First day in Vascular Surgery

First day in Vascular Surgery

Kirsty, Martin and Stacey talk you through the ups and downs of starting a job in Vascular Surgery 


Please note: This video is intended for educational and entertainment purposes, as a supplement to your formal medical education. It is not individual clinical advice and should not take precedence over your organisational policy or normal practice. If in doubt, senior assistance from a qualified person who has direct clinical responsibility for the patient should always be sought.

Sep 19, 202216:10
FDI OOH

FDI OOH

welcome back to inthemess ☁️  we're here to chat about what you actually need to know for your first shifts out of hours!  

From prioritising jobs, handovers and who can help you in the hospital at night team - we've got you covered 🙏  don't forget to check out our other videos on what to do before your night shifts ☺️

Sep 12, 202215:10
How to Metaraminol

How to Metaraminol

Martin takes us on a whistle stop tour of metaraminol, this is the video for all of you starting on medical and surgical HDUs looking after level 2 patients for the first time.  

Note that these patients can be tricky- if you're in any doubt at all just ask your seniors! 

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Please note: This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes, as a supplement to your formal medical education. It is not individual clinical advice and should not take precedence over your organisational policy or normal practice. If in doubt, senior assistance from a qualified person who has direct clinical responsibility for the patient should always be sought.

Sep 05, 202205:15
First day in Intensive Care

First day in Intensive Care

Kirsty and Jo go through what they wish they'd known before starting, hints and tricks for the teaching ward rounds, and how your day might look as a junior. Scroll for apps, notes and more! 


As always, like and subscribe to see more & check out our socials @inthemessuk 🤓 instagram.com/inthemessuk twitter.com/inthemessuk  

What three things would you most like to have known before you started? 

Kirsty tells her top three: from repsiratory physiology, advanced life support and stamina. 

great link for respiratory physiology lecture here: https://youtu.be/ehkwuGivBHk 

some great notes can also be found at deranged physiology: https://derangedphysiology.com/main/cicm-primary-exam/required-reading/respiratory-system

 ICU Notes https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/icu-notes/id487637612 (apple) https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.doc_notes.icunotes&hl=en_GB&gl=US (android) ICU trials (all the up to date evidence) https://apps.apple.com/us/app/icu-trials-by-clincalc/id534227095 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.clincalc.icutrials&hl=en_GB&gl=US


The Bottom Line (does what it says on the tin - get the summary on all the latest trials) https://www.thebottomline.org.uk/ 

Life in the Fast Lane (lots of great topical explanations) https://litfl.com/ 


Deranged Physiology (for all your physiology needs) https://derangedphysiology.com/main/home


 For lines check out these videos by Aberdeen Anaesthesia... arterial line tutorial https://youtu.be/6IJXOizhn3s central line tutorial https://youtu.be/TYPVoUCqetY There's also a vascular access course where you can learn more about using ultrasound here... https://aberdeenanaesthesia.org/index.php/about/specialties/112-head-neck-surgery (don't worry it is the right URL we swear!)


Aug 21, 202223:17
First day in doctoring

First day in doctoring

This can be a stressful and tricky time for new graduates, but in this episode Tim, Charles and Martin give their experiences and advice of FY1 in the UK.
Aug 01, 202216:49
ITM - Episode 0

ITM - Episode 0

A brief introduction to the Inthemess team and what we are all about. Creating new and exciting content for junior medical staff to listen to.
Aug 01, 202201:12