USMLE Step 2 CK Plus
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Chapter 11: Dermatology - Itchy Dermatitis
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Review of dermatologic conditions that have a prominent aspect of itching.
Chapter 11: Dermatology - Inherited Skin Disorders
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A short section that reviews inherited skin disorders such as porphyria cutanea tarda, albinism, and Chédiak-Higashi.
Chapter 11: Dermatology - Drug-Related Skin Disorders
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A brief review of skin disorders associated with commonly used medications.
Chapter 11: Dermatology - Autoimmune Dermatologic Disorders
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of autoimmune disorders that primarily affect the skin or have prominent dermatologic manifestations.
Chapter 11: Dermatology - Basics
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this brief section, we review some basic dermatologic descriptors used to describe the appearance of dermatologic lesions.
Chapter 10: Rheumatology - Miscellaneous
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The final section of this chapter discussing a couple of miscellaneous disorders: Morton's neuroma and adhesive capsulitis.
Chapter 10: Rheumatology - Amyloidosis
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of the amyloidosis and its subtypes.
Chapter 10: Rheumatology - Bone Neoplasms
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A brief discussion focused on bone neoplasms, specifically osteosarcoma and a few highlights of other less common primary bone tumors.
Chapter 10: Rheumatology - Mineral Bone Disease
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of diseases affecting bone mineral density, specific osteoporosis and Paget's disease of the bone.
Chapter 10: Rheumatology - Joints, Ligaments, and Tendons
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A broad overview of various pathologies that affect the joints, ligaments, and tendons.
Chapter 10: Rheumatology - Lower Back Pain
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Broad review of causes of lower pain.
Chapter 10: Rheumatology - Inflammatory Myopathies
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brief review of inflammatory myopathies comparing dermatomyositis and polymyositis.
Chapter 10: Rheumatology - Infections
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of rheumatologic infections such as osteomyelitis, septic arthritis, and epidural abscess. We conclude discussing some common pharmacologic opt...
Chapter 10: Rheumatology - Vasculitis
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of large, medium, and small vessel vasculitis.
Chapter 10: Rheumatology - Crystalline Arthropathy
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A brief discussion of gout, pseudogout, and synovial fluid analysis.
Chapter 10: Rheumatology - Seronegative Spondyloarthropathies
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of seronegative spondyloarthropathies.
Chapter 10: Rheumatology - Collagen Vascular Disease
17 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Extensive review of all things related to collagen vascular and autoimmune disease.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Miscellaneous Oncology
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We conclude this chapter discussing oncologic syndromes, paraneoplastic associations, and review of screening guidelines.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Lymphoma
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Reviewing the different subtypes of lymphoma and their associations.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Plasma Cell Dyscrasias
10 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A discussion on plasma cell dyscrasias primarily focused on Multiple Myeloma and Waldenström’s Macroglobulinemia.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Thrombocytosis
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A brief discussion on essential thrombocytosis and other causes of elevated platelet counts.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - White Blood Cell Dyscrasias
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We finally shift our attention to the oncology section, starting with a review of white blood cell dyscrasias.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Clotting Disorders
03 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A thorough discussion on acquired and congenital clotting disorders, and a review of anticoagulant pharmacology.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Bleeding Disorders
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of primary and secondary hemostasis, followed by a breakdown bleeding disorders based on congenital, acquired, function, and quantitative cause...
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Microcytic Anemia
27 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of the causes, diagnostics, and management of the various etiologies of microcytic anemia. We also spend time reviewing and understanding iron ...
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Hemolytic Anemias
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Extensive review of the various causes of hemolytic anemia.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Normocytic Anemia
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this section, we review the causes of normocytic anemia, starting with the non-hemolytic causes such as aplastic anemia and chronic kidney disease....
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Macrocytic Anemia
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of the primary causes of macrocytic anemia such as vitamin B12 and folate deficiency.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Principles of Anemia, Blood Types, Transfusion Reactions
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Broad overview of the causes of anemia. We then switch our focus to discussing blood types and transfusions reactions.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Basics of Hematology.
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A brief review of hematopoiesis and the functions of different cell lines.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of hormone producing pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors such as gastrinomas, insulinomas, and others.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Hypoglycemia
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A quick discussion on hypoglycemia including its causes and management.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Diabetes Mellitus
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of diabetes mellitus risk factors, pathophysiology, diagnostics, management, and complications. We also discuss the pharmacotherapy of diabetes...
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Adrenal Disorders
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of the normal anatomy, physiology, and disorders of adrenal gland.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Parathyroid Disorders
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of hyperparathyroidism, hypoparathyroidism, and pseudohyperparathyroidism.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Thyroid Disorders
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A detailed review of hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, thyroid nodules, and thyroid cancer.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Panhypopituitarism
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A review of panhypopituitarism and its causes. We conclude with a discussion on how to differentiate primary, secondary, and tertiary hormone disorder...
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Anterior Pituitary Disorders
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of a couple disorders affecting the anterior pituitary hormones - prolactin and growth hormone.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Posterior Pituitary Disorders
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of disorders that occur due deficiencies and excessive release of ADH.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Introduction
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Overview of the different hormones of the endocrine system along the hypothalamic-pituitary-axis. Details regarding the different hormones and associa...
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Miscellaneous
20 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A couple miscellaneous topics to briefly review including nephrogenic systemic fibrosis and analgesic nephropathy.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Infections
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of cystitis and pyelonephritis.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Malignancy
06 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of renal cell carcinoma and bladder cancer.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Cystic Kidney Disease
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comparing benign versus malignant cysts, and review of polycystic kidney disease.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Nephrolithiasis
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of the causes of nephrolithiasis, stone composition, and management.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Renovascular Disorders
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brief comparison of renal artery stenosis and fibromuscular dysplasia.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Renal Tubular Acidosis
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A rapid review of the three main subtypes of renal tubular acidosis.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Nephritic and Nephrotic Syndrome
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of the many causes of nephritic and nephrotic syndrome. We conclude with a review of the types of proteinuria.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Chronic Kidney Disease
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of the definition of CKD, its complications, and their management.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Acute Kidney Injury
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Review of the causes and management of acute kidney injury including pre-renal, intra-renal, and post-renal azotemia.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Electrolyte Disorders
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Extensive review of electrolyte disorders including sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and phosphate.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Congenital Nephron Disorders
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of congenital nephron disorder including Fanconi syndrome and others.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Basics
16 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of some basic nephrology physiology, anatomy, and acid-base disorders.
Chapter 6: Gastroenterology - Pancreas
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, and pancreatic cancer.
Chapter 6: Gastroenterology - Hepatobiliary
02 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wide ranging and detailed review of hepatobiliary disorders.
Chapter 6: Gastroenterology - Anorectal
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A brief review of anorectal disorders including hemorrhoids and anorectal cancer.
Chapter 6: Gastroenterology - Large Intestine
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A thorough review of disorders involving the large bowel including infectious, inflammatory, and neoplastic pathologies.
Chapter 6: Gastroenterology - Small Intestine
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing our review down aerodigestive tract, in this section we review small intestinal disorders.
Chapter 6: Gastroenterology - Stomach
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Deep dive into disorders of the stomach including infectious, inflammatory, and neoplastic pathologies.
Chapter 6: Gastroenterology - Esophagus
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Extensive review of diseases of the esophagus including diverticula, webs, esophagitis, GERD, and cancer.
Chapter 6: Gastroenterology - Salivary Glands
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of disorders of the salivary glands, primarily focusing on the parotid gland.
Chapter 5: Cardiology - Neoplasms
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brief of cardiac tumors which are relatively uncommon, these include myxoma, rhabdomyoma, and metastatic tumors.
Chapter 5: Cardiology - Cardiac Arrest
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of the causes and management of cardiac arrest.
Chapter 5: Cardiology - Arrhythmias
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of arrythmias including their EKG appearance and management.
Chapter 5: Cardiology - Pericardial Disease
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this section we review disorders of the pericardium including pericarditis, pericardial effusion, and constrictive pericarditis.
Chapter 5: Cardiology - Valvular Heart Disease
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A thorough review of valvular heart disease including right and left sided regurgitation and stenotic murmurs. We also review endocarditis.
Chapter 5: Cardiology - Cardiomyopathies
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A review of cardiomyopathies differentiating between dilated, restrictive, and hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy.
Chapter 5: Cardiology - Aorta and other Vascular Disease
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of acute pathologies including aortic dissection and aortic aneurysm. We also discuss peripheral artery disease.
Chapter 5: Cardiology - Hypertension
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A thorough review of essential hypertension, secondary causes of hypertension, and the pharmacology of anti-hypertensive agents. Complementary USMLE S...
Chapter 5: Cardiology - Other Causes of Chest Pain
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of other causes of cardiac and non-cardiac causes of chest pain, along with their diagnostics and management. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plu...
Chapter 5: Cardiology - Congestive Heart Failure
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brief review of congestive heart failure. A more thorough discussion of the management, specifically, pharmacotherapy of congestive heart failure i...
Chapter 5: Cardiology - Myocardial Infarction
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of the topic of myocardial infarction including its causes, management, and complications. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE S...
Chapter 5: Cardiology - Coronary Artery Disease
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of coronary artery disease, signs and symptoms, and diagnostic testing. This serves as a prelude for the next section on myocardial infarction....
Chapter 4: Pulmonology - Ventilation
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A brief review comparing the indications of non-invasive and mechanical ventilation. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK Plus...
Chapter 4: Pulmonology - Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thorough review of the high-yield topic of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK Pl...
Chapter 4: Pulmonology - Neoplasia
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of lung nodules and lung cancer. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Book: This is the book frequently reference...
Chapter 4: Pulmonology - Restrictive Lung Disease
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A review of different causes of restrictive lung diseases and some of their key features. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK...
Chapter 4: Pulmonology - Obstructive Lung Disease
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A review of obstructive lung disease, primarily focusing on asthma and COPD. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Book: ...
Chapter 4: Pulmonology - Pleura
16 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of common pleural disorders - pneumothorax and pleural effusions. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Book: This...
Chapter 4: Pulmonology - Infections
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Extensive review of respiratory infections, their associations, management and complications. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step ...
Chapter 4: Pulmonology - Genetic Pulmonary Syndromes
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of high-yield genetic pulmonary syndromes including cystic fibrosis, alpha-1 anti-trypsin, and primary ciliary dyskinesia (Kartagener syndrome)...
Chapter 4: Pulmonology - Altitude Sickness
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A brief review of altitude sickness including pathophysiology, and how it results in the development of its various signs and symptoms. Complementary ...
Chapter 4: Pulmonology - Physical Exam
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brief review of the physical exam findings associated with various lung pathologies. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK Plus...
Chapter 4: Pulmonology - Anatomy and Physiology
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of the basic anatomy and physiology of the lungs, which will provide a useful foundation for understanding the pathology described later in the...
Chapter 3: HEENT - Throat
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The final subsection of the HEENT section reviewing disorders of the throat. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Book: ...
Chapter 3: HEENT - Nose
24 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of disorders involving the nose such as nasal septal perforation, nasal polyps, and nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Support the show
Chapter 3: HEENT - Ears
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thorough review of disorders affecting the ear including infectious, inflammatory, and neoplastic pathologies. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Reso...
Chapter 3: HEENT - Other Ophthalmic Entities
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The final subsection of eye disorders briefly discussing other common ophthalmic entities. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2...
Chapter 3: HEENT - Glaucoma
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This subsection of eye disorders will include a thorough review of glaucoma. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Book: ...
Chapter 3: HEENT - Refractive Errors
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A quick review of refractive errors such as hyperopia, myopia, and astigmatism. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Book...
Chapter 3: HEENT - Retina
18 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of retinal disorders including retinal detachment, retinopathy, and retinitis pigmentosa. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE St...
Chapter 3: HEENT - Elderly Eyes
17 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A brief section reviewing eye disorders commonly affecting the elderly. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Book: This ...
Chapter 3: HEENT - Eyes, Infection and Inflammation
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of the infectious and inflammatory disorders of the eye. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Book: This is the b...
Chapter 3: HEENT - Head
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of disorders of the head, eyes, ear, nose, and throat (HEENT) starting with disorders of the head including sinusitis, cervicofacial actinomyce...
Chapter 2: Neurology - Miscellaneous
28 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The final section of neurology covering the topics of trigeminal neuralgia and restless leg syndrome which did not fit into a particular subsection of...
Chapter 2: Neurology - Sleep
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of sleep physiology and the disorders that can affect the different phases of sleep. We will also discuss obstructive and central sleep apnea. ...
Chapter 2: Neurology - Brain Tumors
20 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Overview of brain tumors and key features of specific subtypes. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Book: This is the b...
Chapter 2: Neurology - Infections
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A comprehensive review of CNS infections starting with meningitis, encephalitis, and brain abscess. The discussion then shifts to discuss other less c...
Chapter 2: Neurology - Neuropathies
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A brief of the the peripheral neuropathies affecting many of the named nerves. Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Book:...
Chapter 2: Neurology - Neuromuscular Disorders
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Review of various neuromuscular disorders such as Myasthenia Gravis, Lambert Eaton syndrome, and Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). Support the show