Physician Assistant Exam Review
We review core medical knowledge on continuous basis in order to prepare you for the PANCE or PANRE.
- Update frequency
- every 12 days
- Average duration
- 26 minutes
- Episodes
- 178
- Years Active
- 2012 - 2025
Stop losing psych points: ADHD vs Autism vs Conduct & Anorexia vs Bulimia —what the PANCE is really testing
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Clinical Presentation Inattention (≥6 symptoms if ≤16; ≥5 if …
00:34:31 |
Tue 02 Sep 2025
135: Bipolar and Depression
Bipolar and Related Disorders Chronic mood disorder with episodes of mania/hypomania and depression.Onset typically late teens–20s. Equal in men/women. Strong genetic predisposition. Clinical Present…
00:42:44 |
Tue 19 Aug 2025
134: Anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management Panic Disorder Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management Phobias Cli…
00:21:08 |
Thu 14 Aug 2025
Episode 133: Abuse, Violence, and Trauma Disorders
Abuse Disorders
Child Abuse
Child Abuse
- Physical, sexual, emotional maltreatment or neglect of a child
- High prevalence across socioeconomic classes; vigilance essential
- High priority for prevention
Clinical Pr…
00:27:15 |
Wed 06 Aug 2025
132 Neuro: Neoplasms & how to be a better student
Neurologic Neoplasms
Benign Neurologic Neoplasms
Meningioma
Benign Neurologic Neoplasms
Meningioma
- Most common benign intracranial tumor; originates from meninges (arachnoid cells)
- Slow-growing, frequently calcified
Clinical Presentatio…
00:22:43 |
Tue 29 Jul 2025
131 Neuro: Spinal Cord issues
Cauda Equina Syndrome • Neurosurgical emergency due to compression of cauda equina nerve roots, usually from disc herniation, tumor, or trauma Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam F…
00:16:06 |
Tue 22 Jul 2025
PANCE Skyrockets From 222 to a 359!!!
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 this student did. Listen up. This is a good one.
00:36:48 |
Tue 13 May 2025
130B PANCE Prep for Infectious Neuro Disorders
Last time, we covered the detailed medical content on infectious neurologic disorders. (If you missed it, you can find it here: physicianassistantexamreview.com/130) This week is about action. We’re …
00:18:21 |
Tue 29 Apr 2025
130 Encephalitis Review for the PANCE
Encephalitis Inflammation of the brain parenchyma, often viral in origin, presenting with altered mental status, seizures, and focal neurologic deficits. Can be life-threatening. Viral Encephalitis (…
00:24:11 |
Wed 16 Apr 2025
129b: Quick Encephalopathy Review for the PANCE
Conditions Covered • Wernicke’s Encephalopathy • Hepatic Encephalopathy • Toxic & Metabolic Encephalopathy • Uremic Encephalopathy • Hypertensive Encephalopathy ⸻ Encephalopathy = Global brain dysfun…
00:17:27 |
Tue 08 Apr 2025
Episode 129: Encephalopathic Disorders
Wernicke’s Encephalopathy Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management High-Yield Facts Hepatic Encephalopathy Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Manage…
00:23:35 |
Wed 19 Mar 2025
128b Cranial Neves 6-12 PANCE Practice
Cranial Nerve Review: Full Breakdown Cranial Nerves in Order 1. Olfactory (CN I) – Smell 2. Optic (CN II) – Vision 3. Oculomotor (CN III) – Eye movement (SR, IR, MR, IO), pupil constriction, eyelid e…
00:23:06 |
Thu 13 Mar 2025
128: Cranial Nerves 6-12
CN VI (Abducens Nerve Palsy) Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Physical Exam Labs, Studies, and Imaging Common Causes Treatment Key Takeaways CN VII (Facial Nerve Palsy) Definition/Overview C…
00:35:06 |
Thu 06 Mar 2025
127b: Cranial Nerves 1-5 PANCE Questions and Review
Not a lot of notes for today. Look back to Episode 127 for the complete notes. https://www.physicianassistantexamreview.com/127
00:17:37 |
Wed 26 Feb 2025
127: Cranial Nerve Palsies – Part 1
Cranial Nerves Overview 1. Olfactory – CN I – Smell 2. Optic – CN II – Vision 3. Oculomotor – CN III – Eye movement, pupil constriction, eyelid control 4. Trochlear – CN IV – Eye movement down and in…
00:46:10 |
Tue 11 Feb 2025
126b: Syncope, Hydrocephalus, Coma PANCE Questions
Syncope Hydrocephalus Coma Final Step type Questions What key symptom differentiates syncope from seizure? What triad is seen in normal pressure hydrocephalus? At what Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score …
00:17:27 |
Tue 04 Feb 2025
+130 Points & From Struggling to Graduating!
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 get started..
00:52:19 |
Wed 22 Jan 2025
126 Syncope, Coma & Master Class Tonight!
Syncope, Hydrocephalus, and Coma Syncope Transient loss of consciousness due to global cerebral hypoperfusion, often with rapid onset, brief duration, and spontaneous recovery A key differential in c…
00:34:01 |
Tue 14 Jan 2025
125b Retention Practice & PANCE Questions for Cerebrovascular disorders
Companion Episode: Cerebral Aneurysms, AVMs, and Intracranial Hemorrhage Companion Episode: Cerebral Aneurysms, AVMs, and Intracranial Hemorrhage Differentiation Cerebral Aneurysms vs. Arteriovenous …
00:21:02 |
Tue 07 Jan 2025
125 Cerebrovascular Part 2 & Exciting things in January
Physician Assistant Exam Review Upcoming Events Join us for the Pass the PANCE Master Class on January 14th and 16th. This interactive session is packed with proven strategies to help you… well pass …
00:39:21 |
Tue 31 Dec 2024
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