Physician Assistant Exam Review
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164 Pelvic Organ Prolapse Made Simple: Uterine Prolapse, Cystocele & Rectocele on Exams
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 164: Pelvic Organ Prolapse Clean Notes (Review Book) Uterine Prolapse Risk Factors Clinical Presentation Diagnostics Treatment Exam Keys Cysto...
163 Pelvic Pain Playbook – Endometriosis, Fibroids, Cysts & Torsion
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Endometriosis Presence of endometrial glands and stroma outside the uterine cavity, most commonly on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, pelvic peritoneum, ...
162: Stop Missing Vaginal Discharge & PID Questions on Exams
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Vaginal discharge questions are “three-line trap” questions: a short stem with just enough detail to mix up BV, candidiasis, and trich. Ad...
161: Last Chance: Is 33 Days To Pass The PANCE Right For You?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Registration for the April 33 Days to Pass the PANCE cohort closes Wednesday, March 25 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific. This episode is a focused...
160 From 326 to 439: How Taylee Rebuilt Her PANCE Approach in 33 Days
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Failing the PANCE after doing “everything right” is gut‑punch territory. Taylee graduated from the University of Washington, used all the big‑...
159 How 33 Days Turned Test Anxiety Into Test‑Day Confidence for Madison
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From “uncertain, unconfident, and scared” to “confident, assertive, and ready” Madison started 33 Days at the end of didactic year feeling lik...
158 Menstrual Disorders on Exams: How to Think, Not Just Memorize
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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157 Breast Complaints, Cancer Clues & Rewriting Your Study System
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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156 Burns, Wounds, Skin Cancer & The Study System That Exposes Your Gaps
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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155 Benign vs Concerning Skin Lesions – “Do I Worry?” Patterns You’ll See on PANCE
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physician Assistant Exam Review Podcast, we walk through the “Do I worry?” side of derm: how to quickly sort benign vs...
154 Derm Patterns That Give You Easy Points – Hair, Nails & Rashes
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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153 Desquamation, Blistering Disorders & Why Extra Time Might Hurt Your Score
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Desquamation Desquamation refers to the loss of the outer skin layers due to epidermal cell breakdown and shedding. In dermatology and on exams, the t...
152 The 90 Point Comeback – Failing 3 PANCE Attempts to Passing on the 4th with 33 Days
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physician Assistant Exam Review Podcast, we talk with Ealum, a PA student who was stuck after three failed PANCE attempts and...
151 Childhood Viral Rashes Made Simple – Exanthems, HFMD, Chickenpox & the Patterns That Show Up on PANCE
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Viral Skin Conditions: Exam Organization Viral dermatologic conditions are best approached by age, distribution, and systemic involvement rather than ...
150 Skin Infections, Bites & Infestations – Pattern Recognition, Treatment Buckets, and Easy PANCE Points
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bacterial Skin InfectionsThese three are often tested against each other. The win is recognizing depth, borders, and systemic features, then choosing ...
149 Acne vs Rashes – How To Think Through Derm Questions And Pick up Easy Points
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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148 PANCE Question Walkthrough GU
27 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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148 PANCE Question Walkthroughs that to Train Thinking
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think different. Work different. Score different A 68-year-old man presents with progressive urinary hesitancy, weak stream, and nocturia over the pas...
147 Organizing Testicular Disorders & beating PA School Anxiety
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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146 Penile disorders, BPH and a key to focus
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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145 GU Neoplasms. Only the pieces you need to pass.
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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144 GU Infectious disease and getting more questions right
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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143 Bladder disorders – How you’ll see them on your exam
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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142 The Comeback: From 222 to Passing the PANCE in One Giant Leap
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nichole got devastating news. A 222! She had a ton of ground to make up. More than I would have thought possible. But… She did it. She went up 1...
141 From Struggling to Passing the PANCE
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got an interview this week with Heather. She was feeling a little lost. A little behind, and she wanted to share with you a few ways that ...
140 High School Valedictorian Decelerated
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mary’s story is AMAZING. She was the Valedictorian o her high school She graduated Cum laude in 3 years from undergrad while working 30-35 hours...
139 Sex, Sleep & Drugs – Get points on the easy stuff
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders Alcohol Use Disorder Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Tre...
138 Easy points on Personality Disorders and how to limit your studying
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Personality Disorders Definition/Overview Clusters High-Yield Management Principles Cluster A: Odd / Eccentric (Mad) Paranoid Personality Disorder Def...
137: Never mix psychotic disorders again: Easy points on the PANCE
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Stop losing psych points: ADHD vs Autism vs Conduct & Anorexia vs Bulimia —what the PANCE is really testing
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Clinical Pre...
135: Bipolar and Depression
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bipolar and Related Disorders Chronic mood disorder with episodes of mania/hypomania and depression.Onset typically late teens–20s. Equal in men/wom...
134: Anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management Panic Disorder Clinical Presentation L...
Episode 133: Abuse, Violence, and Trauma Disorders
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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132 Neuro: Neoplasms & how to be a better student
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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131 Neuro: Spinal Cord issues
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cauda Equina Syndrome • Neurosurgical emergency due to compression of cauda equina nerve roots, usually from disc herniation, tumor, or trauma Clini...
PANCE Skyrockets From 222 to a 359!!!
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over the past 14 years I’ve seen a lot of people make up A LOT of points, but I don’t think there’s anyone who’s done what thi...
130B PANCE Prep for Infectious Neuro Disorders
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last time, we covered the detailed medical content on infectious neurologic disorders. (If you missed it, you can find it here: physicianassist...
130 Encephalitis Review for the PANCE
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Encephalitis Inflammation of the brain parenchyma, often viral in origin, presenting with altered mental status, seizures, and focal neurologic defici...
129b: Quick Encephalopathy Review for the PANCE
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Conditions Covered • Wernicke’s Encephalopathy • Hepatic Encephalopathy • Toxic & Metabolic Encephalopathy • Uremic Encephalopathy • H...
Episode 129: Encephalopathic Disorders
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wernicke’s Encephalopathy Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management High-Yield Facts Hepatic Encephalopathy Clini...
128b Cranial Neves 6-12 PANCE Practice
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cranial Nerve Review: Full Breakdown Cranial Nerves in Order 1. Olfactory (CN I) – Smell 2. Optic (CN II) – Vision 3. Oculomotor (CN III) – Eye ...
128: Cranial Nerves 6-12
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CN VI (Abducens Nerve Palsy) Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Physical Exam Labs, Studies, and Imaging Common Causes Treatment Key Takeaways ...
127b: Cranial Nerves 1-5 PANCE Questions and Review
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not a lot of notes for today. Look back to Episode 127 for the complete notes. https://www.physicianassistantexamreview.com/127 The post 127b: Cranial...
127: Cranial Nerve Palsies – Part 1
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cranial Nerves Overview 1. Olfactory – CN I – Smell 2. Optic – CN II – Vision 3. Oculomotor – CN III R...
126b: Syncope, Hydrocephalus, Coma PANCE Questions
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Syncope Hydrocephalus Coma Final Step type Questions What key symptom differentiates syncope from seizure? What triad is seen in normal pressure hydro...
+130 Points & From Struggling to Graduating!
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I got something really special and I have two people who have done amazing things and want to share their experience. Let’s go ahead and g...
126 Syncope, Coma & Master Class Tonight!
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Syncope, Hydrocephalus, and Coma Syncope Transient loss of consciousness due to global cerebral hypoperfusion, often with rapid onset, brief duration,...
125b Retention Practice & PANCE Questions for Cerebrovascular disorders
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Companion Episode: Cerebral Aneurysms, AVMs, and Intracranial Hemorrhage Companion Episode: Cerebral Aneurysms, AVMs, and Intracranial Hemorrhage Diff...
125 Cerebrovascular Part 2 & Exciting things in January
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Physician Assistant Exam Review Upcoming Events Join us for the Pass the PANCE Master Class on January 14th and 16th. This interactive session is pack...
124 Companion Episode: Working Through TIAs and Strokes
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a short episode walking through and reviewing the content we covered last week. Here’s the formatted blog post for easy readability: Stroke ...
124 Strokes and TIAs
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hemorrhagic Stroke Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Ischemic Stroke Risk Factors Clinical Presentation Labs, ...
From At Risk to Crushing It!
13 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An inspirational story for anyone who’s struggling and isn’t sure how to make it all work. The post From At Risk to Crushing It! appeared ...
123 Seizures & Cognitive Disorders – Last episode of 2023
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Grab your Neuro Rapid Review Questions Grab your Neuro Rapid Review Questions More Neuro for the PANCE 122 Peripheral Nerve Disorders & how to kee...
122 Peripheral Nerve Disorders & how to keep getting better at what you do
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
At Physician Assistant Exam Review, we are dedicated to moving students from struggle and stress to success and confidence using progressive, nontradi...
121 Movement Disorders – Best episode ever
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Click here to get the active study guide for movement disorders – It’s amazing! Essential Tremor Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and ...
120 Movement Disorders
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Grab your Neuro Rapid Review Questions I created an Active Study Guide for this episode with Sticky Stories, PANCE questoins and more. Click here to g...
Next steps after failing the PANCE twice.
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We turn the tables here and a struggling graduate interviews me about how I can be of service to her. The post Next steps after failing the PANCE twic...
Unique Challenges In PA School
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A fantastic episode packed with ideas for the time strapped student who feels like they’re the only one. Ada knocked it out of the park. Grab a ...
119 Headaches – Get These Right!
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Grab your Neuro Rapid Review Questions Cluster Headache Extremely painful unilateral headaches which occur in clusters throughout the day and may cont...
118: Brain Trauma & Memorizing Medication tip
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Grab your Neuro Rapid Review Questions Concussion A concussion, also known as minor or mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), results from head trauma ca...
PA Student Finds Her Way
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Something extraordinary for you this week: recent grad and PANCE passer Heather Hyon, PA-C joins me today. I wanted to bring her on because her journe...
116 Rheumatology Part 2: It’s Hard!
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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115 Rheumatology Part 1 and a $2,500 giveaway
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Find out more and register for the giveaway here. www.physicianassistantexamreview.com/give Muscle and Connective Tissue Pain (Fibromyalgia) Muscle an...
114: OA, Infections and Tumors & How to Know When You’re Done Studying
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
<<<< Get 25 Musculoskeletal Questions pulled straight from the book that’s helped thousands of PA students, The Final Step. Clic...
113: Spine Part 2 & A New Frame to Retain More of What You Learn
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Kyphosis (Humpback) Clinical Presentation Labs, S...
112: The Spine Part 1 – Learning vs memorizing
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
<<<< Get 25 Musculoskeletal Questions pulled straight from the book that’s helped thousands of PA students, The Final Step. Clic...
111: Upper Extremity Part 2 & an Exercise to Boost your Scores
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For musculoskeletal questions pulled straight from The Final Step click here www.physicianassistantexamreview.com/msk Shoulder Separation (AC joint sp...
110: Upper Extremity Part 1
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
25 Musculoskeletal questions straight from The Final Step – Click here Upper extremity Osteoarthritis of the AC Joint Clinical Presentation Labs...
109: Knees, Foot & Ankle and Something Special Next Week
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
25 Musculoskeletal questions straight from The Final Step – Click here Disorders of the Knee Fractures & Dislocations Osgood-Schlatter Disea...
Bonus: 4 students Share Their Amazing Experience
16 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Registration for the 33 Days to Pass the PANCE May cohort closes TODAY! www.physicianassistantexamreview.com/33 The post Bonus: 4 students Share Their...
33 Days to Pass Your PANCE – Live discussion group
15 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Two students who knocked it out of the park come on to tell their stories. Even if your a PRE PA you’ll get a lot out of this Special Bonus epsi...
108: Lower Extremity
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
25 Musculoskeletal questions straight from The Final Step – Click here Learn more about the 33 Days Program and the success alumni have had www....
107: Perinatal Infections and How to Keep Getting Better
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Congenital varicella Treatment Neonatal Herpes Simplex Clinical Presentation Labs and Studies Treatment Human papillomavirus Zika virus Transmission C...
106: Childhood Exanthems, Rabies, Mumps and Creating Stronger Memories
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Exanthem – widespread rash There are six childhood exanthems. Four of them are viral. Rubeola (Measles) Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies and Phys...
105: HIV & Things That Make You Itch and Burn
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Varicella Zoster (Chickenpox) Clinical Presentation Physical exam findings Diagnosis Treatment Varicella Zoster (Shingles) Clinical Presentation Physi...
104: Viruses & looking into 2023 and when the 33 Days cohorts will be offered
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cytomegalovirus Infection (CMV) Clinical Presentation Neonatal signs and symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Epstein-Barr Clinical Presentation Physical exam...
103: Spirochetes and TB – If these have you confused, let’s get it sorted it out
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lyme Disease  Borrelia burgdorferi Transmitted by a deer tick bite – it takes between 36 and 48 hours to transfer the bacteria The deer tick is...
102: Parasites and Change Your Approach
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pinworms  Found all over the globe Eggs are initially swallowed.  Worms live in the cecum and females travel through the anus at night in or...
101: Fungal infections, Test Questions and The 33 Days Program
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Candidiasis May affect the skin and/or the mucous membranes of the mouth, intestines, or the vagina Risk Factors Poor hygiene Hot and humid environmen...
100: Bacterial Infections Part 2 & an app I’m loving
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever A tick borne disease Rickettsia rickettsii Causes small vessel vasculitis Can cause serious damage to internal organs, ca...
099: Infectious Disease Part 2 & When It isn’t Easy
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gonococcal Infections Neisseria gonorrhoeae – Gram negative intracellular diplococci Infects the mucous membranes of the reproductive tract, includi...
098: Bacterial Infection Part
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Botulism Clostridium botulinum – anaerobic organism Toxin inhibits the release of acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junction Infant botulism Betwee...
Dominate Medicine 008
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Three topics today Reflection and repetition for success It’s vs Its What if you LOVED it? The post Dominate Medicine 008 appeared first on Phys...
33 Days to Pass Your PANCE June Cohort – Part 2
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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33 Days to Pass Your PANCE June Cohort – Part 1
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The 33 Days program is designed to get you the best possible score you can get on the PANCE. That’s my goal. The first ever cohort was completed...
S2 E097 Genitourinary Neoplasms and a small hack to help you through school
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bladder carcinoma   Bladder cancer is 3x as likely in men than women Transitional cell carcinoma is > 90% of bladder cancers. Risk Factors Sm...
S2 E096 Infectious Disorders of the Urinary Tract
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Urinary Tract Infection Risk Factors Females are more prone than males Diabetes Obesity Sexual Activity Clinical Presentation Burning with urination F...
DoM 007 Rotations and feeling down
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we tackle a listener question about a surgical rotation, and a new framework for handling the down days. You go this. We’ll tackle it ...
S2 E095 Urology Problems & how to beat the PANCE
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cryptorchidism One or both of the testes absent from the scrotum   Risk factors   Premature birth   Low birth weight Clinical Presentat...
Dominate Medicine 006
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We cover three topics today to help you navigate your way through school. How long do you scrub at the scrub sink? A slight twist on setting goals tha...
S2 E094 Male genitalia, Studying for test questions and understanding the PANCE
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Not on GU? Listen to this one anyway. There’s so much to unpack here. One of the best episodes I’ve ever recorded. It doesn’t matter...
Dominate Medicine 005 Rotations and the 2% rule
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The number one question I’ve gotten over the past two weeks and a lesson on statistics from my PA school genetics professor that you might enjoy...
S2 E093 The Bladder & how to make your work better
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Genitourinary system (Male and Female) When the say Reproductive System (Male and Female) – they mean Female genitals and reproduction. We cover...
Dominate Medicine 004
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone else talks about what to learn. Here we talk about how to learn. An Important lesson I learned from my college physicis professor about learn...
S2 E092 Hernias, Diarrhea and Study Tips
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hernias   The movement of an organ through the wall which normally contains it   Reducible hernia – the hernia sac may be pushed back into...
Dominate Medicine 003
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What your schools do for you and what they don’t do for you. WW II general known for winning at all costs gives his ideas on how to win. The pos...
S2 E091 Food issues & A Path to Growth
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Food Allergies Gluten intolerance Gluten – a protein found in some grains like wheat, barley and rye Celiac disease occurs in 1-2% – https...
Things you’ve already got
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re covering the things you can work with and how to use them to your advantage. The post Things you’ve already got appeared first on Ph...
S2 E090 Metabolic Disorders and a new format
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
G6PD Deficiency X- linked recessive More commonly found in Males African Americans Asians Patients of Mediterranean or Middle Eastern decent Increases...
New Year New Show
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve been thinking for a while about changing the format of the PAER Podcast. I want to give you what you want, but also make sure I cover what&...