The Be Excited! Podcast is a discussion-based show hosted by an Assistant Professor in PA Studies. We discuss specialty areas of medicine with the community PAs who work in those fields. Topics include the ways in which specialty fields are unique, the challenges faced by specialty PAs and our interprofessional colleagues, case discussions, PA school advising and admission topics. We cover the Physician Assistant profession, from PA education, to PA practice.
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The AAPA Rotation Crash Course is a popular podcast designed to help you be a star student on the first day of each rotation. Get the free show notes, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc. Hippo Education’s PA faculty have not only been in your shoes, but have decades of experience precepting students. For each rotation, we reveal the common mistakes you must avoid and pro tips you must know to not only impress your preceptors, but more importantly to take exceptio ...
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The PA Startup Podcast is a stellar podcast for pre-PA students, current PA students, and new grads starting their careers as Physician Assistants. We offer topical episodes, interviews with practicing PAs offering practical advice about the PA profession and lifestyle, as well as listener-submitted questions and answers. Not everything is taught in school--get the real story with PA Startup and get started on your way to become a PA with PAStartup.co.
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Which is better: more shadowing hours or more work hours? Shadowing hours expose you to more real-world scenarios as a PA, but work hours give you direct patient contact. We offer some tips in this podcast on getting both! Don't forget to subscribe to the PA Startup channel. Leave us a comment below; we need something to do while we wait for our ne…
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5 Essential Writing Tips for your Personal Statement
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There's a lot of pressure on writing your personal statement, but generally people overthink it. Take a breath, catch our tips, and you'll have a stellar statement in no time! Don't forget to subscribe to the PA Startup channel. Leave us a comment below; we need something to do while we wait for our next case to start! Links: Visit us: https://past…
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Shadowing seems intimidating, but it's actually fairly straightforward to set up. Be resourceful, have courage, and go get those shadowing experiences! Don't forget to subscribe to the PA Startup channel. Leave us a comment below; we need something to do while we wait for our next case to start! Links: Visit us: https://pastartup.co FREE RESOURCES:…
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We're back! After a lengthy break to work on some CME projects, we're back to producing podcast episodes again. If you're interested in our CME projects, check out these: Endoscopic Vein Harvest training for you CT Surgery PAs! https://vesselharvest.com Echocardiography training: https://e-echocardiography.com Don't forget to subscribe to the PA St…
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Episode 012: Clinical Medicine: Cardiovascular Medicine
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A very special episode as we welcome an excellent teacher whose work with Dr. Hare directly influenced the format of Be Excited!. Andrew Foster, PA-C in General Cardiology joins us to discuss his service, his work in the field, and common cases and Must-Not-Miss diagnoses in his field, and there are a lot of them. Be Excited! about Cardiovascular m…
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Episode 011: Clinical Medicine: GI Medicine
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In this episode our guest is Lauren Campitelli, PA-C. Lauren has worked in Emergency Medicine, which has informed her career and decision-making as a GastroIntestinal service Physician Assistant. We discuss the profession, including the must-not-miss diagnoses of GI medicine along with common cases. We also delve into her career and why she likes G…
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Episode 010: Clinical Medicine: Endocrine and Diabetes
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In this episode we discuss Endocrine Medicine and Diabetes care with Paige Thompson, MPAS, PA-C. Paige brings her experience in treating conditions causing Diabetes, Thyroid conditions, Adrenal conditions and Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis pathologies.Kirjoittanut Jason Hare
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Episode 009: Clinical Medicine: Psychiatry
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In this episode Professor Hare and Ryan Davies, PA-C discuss the Psych PA role, including suicidality and the approach to a variety of impactful psych conditions, with empathy, respect and a trauma-informed approach.Kirjoittanut Jason Hare
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Episode 008: Clinical Medicine: Palliative Care
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This episode is a conversation with Palliative Care CRNP Courtney Alesandro. This frank and wide-ranging discussion covers many issues common to late-stage and end of life in medicine. Note that this episode may be stressful to those who have been through end of life situations with a friend or loved one. As is often the case we use humor in the di…
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This is a 9 minute Meditation designed to increase calm and focus for studying or prior to exams. While not everyone needs or benefits from meditation, students with difficulty focusing, test anxiety, or just those who need to tune out the noise around them may find this a useful adjunct. It is best to try this prior to an exam so that you know how…
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Episode 006: PA School Advising: Long Exam Meditation
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This is a 15 minute Meditation designed to increase calm and focus for studying or prior to exams. While not everyone needs or benefits from meditation, students with difficulty focusing, test anxiety, or just those who need to tune out the noise around them may find this a useful adjunct. It is best to try this prior to an exam so that you know ho…
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Episode 005: PA School Advising: Didactic Part 2
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In Part 2 of the Didactic Survive and Thrive discussion, I discuss best practices for studying, cramming for exams, time management and study breaks, and some tactics that have been variably successful for students in my courses.Kirjoittanut Jason Hare
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Episode 004: PA School Advising: Didactic Part1
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In this episode, I discuss surviving and thriving during the didactic year of PA school with some time-tested strategies, including study techniques, note-taking, and self-care.Kirjoittanut Jason Hare
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Episode 003: Clinical Medicine: Heme/Oncology
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In Episode 003, we discuss Hematologic Cancers with Lydia Popichak, the unique challenges of the Heme/Onc service, and the sorts of positions available to PAs in Hematology.Kirjoittanut Jason Hare
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Episode 002: Clinical Medicine: Family Medicine
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In this episode we sit down with Assistant Professor Toni Wilson, PA-C, for a discussion about various Family Medicine settings, and the mindset and approach to that area of medicine. We talk through Preventive Medicine applications, as well as some critical diagnoses that Family Medicine is uniquely positioned to identify.…
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Episode 001: Clinical Medicine: Critical Care Medicine
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In this episode, Jeff Bright, PA-C stops by the Be Excited Mother Ship to discuss his job as a PA in Critical Care Medicine, some of the clinical challenges and the cases that make his job both challenging and rewarding, including COVID pneumonia. visit www.BeExcitedHQ.com for show notes, transcripts, and more episodes soon to come. Be Excited Podc…
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How To Prepare for Rotations
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The PANCE blueprint has a lot of topics to study, so how do you know what to focus on? We haven't ever claimed to be the best students in the world, but you can gain from both our procrastination and our experience as preceptors over the last 14 years: Learn the basics. Know the easy stuff: 3 options for treating nausea, most likely causes of posto…
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I'm OVERWHELMED!! Will I EVER make it as a PA??
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#PASchool #PAStudent #PhysicianAssistant #PrePA #PAStartup Shadowing, school, rotations...it all seems so overwhelming. A recent Reddit post reminded us of being in school and wondering how we'd ever remember or understand things to make it as a PA. We have some tips for you! Don't forget to subscribe to the PA Startup channel. Leave us a rating an…
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3 Tips to make the MOST out of your Rotations
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#PASchool #PAStudent #PhysicianAssistant #PrePA #PAStartup Shadowing, school, rotations...it all seems so overwhelming. A recent Reddit post reminded us of being in school and wondering how we'd ever remember or understand things to make it as a PA. We have some tips for you! Don't forget to subscribe to the PA Startup channel. Leave us a rating an…
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A Day In The Life: Psychiatry + More!
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Psychiatry is actually in every specialty, but what would a job as a PA in in psych be like? Meet our friend Ariana, a Psychiatry PA (who recently moved on to Burn and Reconstructive Surgery)--she has some amazing tips for medical providers of any kind! She has been active in her state chapter as well to help advance the PA profession both in the f…
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Welcome to the PA Rotation Crash Course brought to you by Hippo Education and AAPA. In this introduction, Katie and Vicky will lay out the course structure while sharing about their own PA clinical rotation experiences. Donuts anyone? Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/…
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Emergency Medicine: What Makes This Rotation Unique?
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Get the free show notes at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc. Join Katie and Vicky in this section discussing the ER mindset and walking you through a patient encounter so you can be prepared to shine on day 1.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Emergency Medicine: Common Diagnoses and Procedures (Part 1)
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Let’s discuss lacerations and wound care. When do you use glue? When do you use sutures? Who needs antibiotics? We will cover it all. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.
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Emergency Medicine: Common Diagnoses and Procedures (Part 2)
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Does your next patient have a broken bone? We’ll teach you the history and physical exam needed for every suspected fracture, as well as 4 fractures you don't want to miss. Avoid common pitfalls by learning from their mistakes. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.…
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Emergency Medicine: Common Diagnoses and Procedures (Part 3)
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Nebulous chief complaints are common in the ER. Katie and Vicky outline a roadmap for tackling chest pain and abdominal pain so you can be sure you don't miss a "can't miss" diagnosis. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.…
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As we wrap up this rotation, Katie and Vicky share their best tips and tricks so you can not only survive but thrive during your emergency medicine rotation. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Inpatient Internal Medicine: What Makes This Rotation Unique?
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Get the free show notes at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc. Does rounding and oral patient presentations have you anxious? Join Katie and Vicky as they break down all the unique aspects of your inpatient internal medicine rotation to get you ready for your first day.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Inpatient Internal Medicine: Common Diagnoses and Procedures (Part 1)
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Let’s discuss the, at times, confusing acronyms for heart failure and learn a great mnemonic to help you remember treatment for an acute exacerbation. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Pneumonia is one of the most common diagnoses seen during every inpatient internal medicine rotation. We walk you from admission to discharge, stopping along the way to discuss common bacterial culprits and the range of treatment options. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.…
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Inpatient Internal Medicine: Common Diagnoses and Procedures (Part 3)
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Welcome to the confusing world of fluid management. Who needs hypotonic? Who needs isotonic? Katie and Vicky have got you covered and break it all down for you including use of Katie's high school Latin. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.…
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As we wrap up this rotation, Katie and Vicky share their best tips and tricks so you can not only survive but thrive during your inpatient internal medicine rotation. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Outpatient Family Medicine: What Makes This Rotation Unique?
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Get the free show notes at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc. From presenting a family medicine patient to your preceptor to preventive medicine for all ages, Katie and Vicky will have you ready for your first day and beyond.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Outpatient Family Medicine: Common Diagnoses and Procedures (Part 1)
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Type 2 diabetes is perhaps the most common diagnosis you will see on your family medicine rotation. From when to screen, how to diagnose, and how to treat, we break it all down... including a story about a gila monster. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.…
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Outpatient Family Medicine: Common Diagnoses and Procedures (Part 2)
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You'll see a lot of hypertension on every rotation, but especially in family medicine so this is a must review topic for day 1. Join Katie and Vicky as they discuss the key points of this common diagnosis. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.…
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Outpatient Family Medicine: Common Diagnoses and Procedures (Part 3)
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We complete the trifecta of adult chronic diseases with a discussion of hyperlipidemia. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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As we wrap up this rotation, Katie and Vicky share their best tips and tricks so you can not only survive but thrive during your outpatient family medicine rotation. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Surgery: What Makes This Rotation Unique?
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Get the free show notes at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc. Whether you are so excited or so terrified for your first day in the operating room, Katie and Vicky have all the advice you need to thrive in this super unique setting.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Let’s discuss appendicitis, one of the most common surgical emergencies in the US. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Cholecystitis, cholelithaiasis, cholecystectomy. We help you review all things gallbladder related. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Do you know your "5 Ws"? Katie and Vicky review all you will need to know about post-operative fever. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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As we wrap up this rotation, Katie and Vicky share their best tips and tricks so you can not only survive but thrive during your surgery rotation. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Women's Health: What Makes This Rotation Unique?
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Get the free show notes at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc. Women's health is a specialty field, a primary care field, and a surgical field all at the same time. Katie and Vicky will lay out these distinctions while getting you up and ready for your first day.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Women's Health: Common Diagnoses and Procedures (Part 1)
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Katie and Vicky walk you through prenatal care by trimester, as well as how to establish a viable intrauterine pregnancy by ultrasound. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Vulvovaginitis is a common gynecologic complaint. We’ll discuss causes along with physical exam clues to help you correctly diagnose and shine before your preceptor. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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You will most likely encounter many common gynecologic and obstetric procedures on your rotation. We’ll discuss the how, when, and why of various procedures to make you a star student even on day one. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.…
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As we wrap up this rotation, Katie and Vicky share their best tips and tricks so you can not only survive but thrive during your women's health rotation. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Pediatrics: What Makes This Rotation Unique?
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Get the free show notes at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc. Whether you love kids or are intimidated by them, Katie and Vicky will help prepare you to have an awesome pediatrics rotation.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Pediatrics: Common Diagnoses and Procedures (Part 1)
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Do you hear what I hear? Probably not with an ear infection. We’ll discuss two super common pediatric ear issues: otitis media and otitis externa. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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We know students commonly find childhood rashes overwhelming so let’s break them down for you. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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Pediatrics: Common Diagnoses and Procedures (Part 3)
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When are kids expected to stack 2 blocks? When do they jump? When do they say 'mama'? We have all the childhood milestones covered, with easy ways to remember them too. Remember to get the free show notes for each rotation, with bonus tables and study aids, at www.hippoeducation.com/rcc.Kirjoittanut Hippo Education
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