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.

Episode List

Psoriasis Adherence Uncovered and How Behavior Shapes Treatment Success

Dec 12th, 2025 8:36 PM

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 12th, 2025 8:33 PM

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 12th, 2025 8:29 PM

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 15th, 2025 4:40 PM

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

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

Oct 26th, 2025 10:01 PM

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

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