#529 A Case of Syncope with the Clinical Problem Solvers

#529 A Case of Syncope with the Clinical Problem Solvers

Author: The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast June 15, 2026 Duration: 54:39

Enjoy the ride as we go through a case of syncope with the Clinical Problem Solvers! Listen in awe as they break down their thought process when evaluating a patient presenting with syncope. We are joined by Reza Manesh (UCLA) and Rabih Geha (UCSF).

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Show Segments

  • Intro
  • Aliquot 1 and case discussion
  • Aliquot 2 and case discussion
  • Aliquot 3 and case discussion
  • Aliquot 4 and case discussion
  • Aliquot 5 and case discussion
  • Final Diagnosis
  • Outro

Credits

  • Producers: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Edison Jyang, MD
  • Clinical case writers: Youssef Saklawi, MD; Madallena Conte, MD 
  • Show notes, infographic, and cover art: Edison Jyang, MD
  • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP   
  • Reviewer: Emi Okamoto, MD
  • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
  • Technical Production: PodPaste
  • Guest: Reza Manesh, MD; Rabih Geha, MD


Disclosures

Dr. Reza Manesh reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. 

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