Curious Clinicians

The Curious Clinicians is a medical podcast that delves into the "why" behind clinical medicine. Hosted by Dr. Hannah Abrams, Dr. Tony Breu, and Dr. Avraham Cooper, the show explores the mechanisms of diseases, treatments, and human physiology. Each episode tackles intriguing questions, such as why certain diseases present in specific ways or the underlying reasons for particular treatment effects. The podcast aims to deepen understanding and foster curiosity among healthcare professionals.

Episodes are designed to be concise and informative, often incorporating clinical cases and historical perspectives to illuminate complex medical concepts. The hosts' engaging discussions make the podcast both educational and enjoyable for listeners.

The Curious Clinicians is suitable for clinicians across various specialties, including internal medicine, emergency medicine, and critical care. The podcast supports continuous learning and is a valuable resource for those preparing for exams or seeking to enhance their clinical reasoning skills.

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March 20, 2026

123 - Why-roid

Graves’ disease is a useful reminder that antibodies can stimulate rather than destroy. For clinical learning and revision, link thyrotoxicosis with eye signs and neck swelling early, because orbitopathy reflects receptor activity in orbital fibroblasts, not simply high hormone levels.

March 5, 2026

[Archive] Irregularly Irregular

Best place to start if new atrial fibrillation is part of your usual work. When the rate feels out of proportion, confirm the rhythm, add TSH and free T4 early, and think about thyroid storm or levothyroxine over-replacement before the case drifts into routine rate control.