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14 Mimics of Appendicitis
More than 40% of patients with clinically suspected appendicitis have an alternative diagnosis identified on imaging studies. How well do you know the mimics?
February 25, 2026
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Acute Complications of Myocardial Infarction
Advances in reperfusion therapy to treat myocardial infarction have resulted in fewer mechanical complications. When they do occur, they are often catastrophic and require immediate surgical intervention.
Medscape Features Slideshows, February 12, 2026
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Pancreatic Cancer: Difficult Diagnosis, Ominous Outlook
Pancreatic cancer is a leading cause of cancer deaths in both men and women. Approximately 80% of all pancreatic cancers are adenocarcinomas, with only 2% of exocrine pancreatic tumors diagnosed as benign. Do you know how to distinguish the different histologic subtypes and initiate appropriate treatment?
February 11, 2026
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Thawing a Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder joint, is a common but sometimes difficult to treat condition. It often starts with shoulder pain and stiffness.
Medscape Features Slideshows, February 4, 2026
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Noise Pollution and Chronic Disease
Various forms of pollution, including noise, air, water, soil, and light, are linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.
Medscape Features Slideshows, January 30, 2026
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What the Eyes Tell You: 15 Abnormalities of the Lens
Lens abnormalities are associated with many conditions, and they can occur at all ages. How many of these have you seen?
January 16, 2026
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Hair Disorders: Finding the Root of the Problem
Hair loss, or alopecia, can be associated with a wide variety of conditions, from genetic to autoimmune to infectious to environmental. Learn how to identify the most common forms of hair loss.
January 9, 2026
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6 Common-to-Rare Infant Skin Conditions
Various skin disorders occur specifically in childhood. Although many of these are benign and self-limited, some require an extensive workup and close monitoring.
January 2, 2026
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Adult Brain Tumors: A Spreading Problem
Adult brain tumors constitute about 2% of all US cancers, and about one third of them are malignant. Although some are primary, most arise from metastases to the brain. Learn more about risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment of these lesions.
December 29, 2025
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Preventive Cardiology in Low-Access Communities
Social determinants of health play a significant role in the development of risk factors for CVD and are increasingly a target of consideration for preventive cardiology interventions.
Medscape Features Slideshows, November 26, 2025
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Community-Acquired Infections
Community-acquired infections are contracted outside of healthcare settings, significantly impacting daily life. They range from mild illnesses to severe diseases such as pneumonia and meningitis.
Medscape Features Slideshows, November 13, 2025
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Can't-Miss Gastrointestinal Diagnoses
Determining the exact cause of gastrointestinal symptoms can be challenging. Delays in diagnosis and treatment may result in serious complications, including abdominal catastrophes.
November 13, 2025
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Gout for the Holidays
Gout is the most common form of inflammatory arthritis. Once called the "disease of kings," gout can result from holiday-related overindulgence in certain foods and beverages.
November 13, 2025
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In-Flight Emergencies: Practical Medicine and Ethical Considerations
As a medical professional, what will you do when the airline asks for help for another passenger having a medical emergency? Are you prepared?
Medscape Features Slideshows, November 3, 2025
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Alcohol and Wellness: What's at Stake
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a prevalent substance-abuse condition that affects every organ system.
October 28, 2025
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High-Risk ECGs
Rapid ECG interpretation is essential in the emergency medicine setting, often completed in under 30 seconds. Here, we review a series of ECGs with clinically relevant "can’t miss" diagnoses.
Medscape Features Slideshows, October 21, 2025