DDx

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**DDx**

DDx is medical shorthand for differential diagnosis, and this is a podcast about how doctors think and learn on the job. It’s hosted by Dr. Raj Bhardwaj and is produced by Figure 1, the global knowledge-sharing platform for medicine.

Latest Episodes:

Psoriasis Adherence Uncovered and How Behavior Shapes Treatment Success Dec 12, 2025

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In this episode, we look beyond treatment selection and dig into the real reason so many psoriasis therapies fall short: patients stop using them far sooner than clinicians expect.

Dr. Raj Bhardwaj speaks with dermatology expert Dr. Steve Feldman, whose decades of research reveal that adherence isn’t about patient stubbornness—it’s about behavior, accountability, and how we design care.

They unpack practical, evidence-backed strategies that help patients stay on treatment and achieve lasting control.

Rethinking Psoriasis as a Whole-Body Disease Dec 12, 2025

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In this episode, we step back from the exam room and look at plaque psoriasis as a whole-body condition—not just a skin disorder. Dr. Raj Bhardwaj speaks with rheumatologist and clinical epidemiologist Dr. Alexis Ogdie about how systemic inflammation, metabolic risk, and early signs of psoriatic arthritis intersect in ways clinicians can easily miss.

Drs. Bhardwaj and Ogdie explain why recognizing psoriatic disease early and treating it holistically can change a patient’s entire health trajectory.

Beyond the Skin: Uncovering the Hidden Complexity of Psoriasis Care Dec 12, 2025

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This episode takes a deeper look at how clinicians navigate the real-world complexity of treating plaque psoriasis, moving far beyond textbook definitions of severity. Dr. Raj Bhardwaj sits down with leading dermatologist Dr. Andrew Blauvelt to unpack how early decisions, evolving guidelines, and patient-centered goals—especially the push for complete clearance—shape long-term outcomes.

Together, they explore why psoriasis is never “just a skin condition” and how thoughtful, individualized care can transform a patient’s quality of life.

DDx Deep Dive: Special Episode on Melanoma With Omid Hamid, MD Nov 15, 2025

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DDx Deep Dive: Special Episode on Melanoma With Omid Hamid, MD

More Than a Bleed: A Complex Care Plan for a Safe Delivery Oct 26, 2025

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More Than a Bleed: A Complex Care Plan for a Safe Delivery

Hemophilia Treatment: When the Bleed Isn’t What Hurts the Most Oct 16, 2025

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A young man walks into a hemophilia treatment center. He’s limping, certain his ankle is bleeding again—same as always. But this time, the team discovers the pain may be coming from something else, something that isn’t in the patient’s chart. In this story, we explore the many ways and forms pain can present, and the importance of treating the whole person.

The Hardest Shift: From Pediatric to Adult Hemophilia Care Oct 09, 2025

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Transitioning hemophilia care from pediatric to adult care sounds simple enough. At home, though, it can be complicated—habits run deep, and for parents of children with hemophilia, the line between protection and independence isn’t always clear. In this episode, we’ll explore how hemophilia treatment centers put transition care into practice to help teens and young adults with bleeding disorders navigate taking ownership of their treatment and their first steps toward independence.

The Injury That Could Have Lasted a Lifetime Oct 02, 2025

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A young boy goes to urgent care, he’s fallen and his knee is swollen – likely a soft tissue trauma or at worst a minor joint bleed. He’s given a brace, told to rest. At follow up, everything is as expected – until a nurse reviews his chart and sees the child has hemophilia. We’re no longer talking about a minor joint bleed, we’re talking about a joint bleed, that, if left untreated, could lead to permanent damage.

When It’s Not a Bleed Sep 25, 2025

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A young man calls his doctor – he has hemophilia and joint pain – he knows what this is, he’s had it before: it’s a knee bleed. He’s given himself three doses of blood clotting factor, but it’s not working. When he arrives at the hemophilia treatment center, his care team takes a closer look – and what they find will change everything.

Season 12 Trailer Sep 18, 2025

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If you work in healthcare, you’ve felt it—that moment when communication breaks down. This season on DDx, we’re going inside hemophilia treatment centers—places where teamwork isn’t optional. It’s what holds everything together. You’ll hear stories from the people who do this work every day—how collaboration really works, what it looks like in real time, and how filling gaps in communication helps ensure patients get the care they deserve. Coming soon, season 12 of DDx.

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