Z-MED
Z-MED is a medical education podcast produced by SolidarMed Zambia. It focuses on current issues in medicine, offering practical guidance for medical students and clinicians. Each episode centers around real-world case studies where experts discuss diagnosis, clinical presentation, and patient management. The podcast aims to help medical students prepare for exams and keep clinicians connected to clinical practice.
Episodes
Severe Acute Malnutrition - SAM
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Z-MED Podcast, we discuss Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM)—a life-threatening condition affecting many children in low-resource settings. Experts from University Teaching Hospital (UTH), including a pediatrician and a nutritionist, share practical insights on the identification, clinical management, and nutritional rehabilitation of children with SAM.The discu
Developmental Milestones
Send us Fan Mail Join us as Dr. Tedson Mwanza breaks down developmental milestones—what every healthcare worker should look for, when to be concerned, and how early detection can change a child’s future. Clear, practical, and packed with tips for frontline care.
Cerebral Palsy
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Z-MED Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Tedson Mwanza, Registrar in Paediatrics and Child Health at the University Teaching Hospital – Children’s Hospital, to unpack a condition that affects many children and families across Zambia and beyond: Cerebral Palsy.Dr. Mwanza breaks down what cerebral palsy is, its causes, early warning signs, and why early diagnosis an
Acute Diarrhoea
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Z-MED Podcast, Dr. Tedson Mwanza, Registrar in Paediatrics and Child Health at the University Teaching Hospital – Children’s Hospital, discusses Acute diarrhoea. He breaks down its common causes, key signs and symptoms, and shares practical guidance on effective management to help healthcare workers improve care for children affected by this condition.
Neonatal Sepsis
Send us Fan MailOur guest, Dr. Tedson Mwanza, a seasoned pediatrician, breaks down what every healthcare provider should know: How to recognize the early signs, common causes, and the importance of timely intervention in managing neonatal sepsis. Dr. Mwanza also shares practical guidance on diagnosis, treatment protocols, and preventive measures especially in low-resource settings.
Postpartum Depression
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dr. Bell Nkonde, Senior Resident Medical Officer at Chilenje Level 1 Hospital, sheds light on a condition often hidden behind smiles—Postpartum Depression (PPD). Dr. Nkonde breaks the silence around PPD, explaining why it’s more than just “baby blues” and why timely recognition and support can save lives. This episode offers critical insights into identifying, ma
Postpartum Hemorrhage
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we dive into the critical topic of Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH), one of the leading causes of maternal mortality in Zambia and globally. Dr. Bell Nkonde, a Senior Resident Medical Officer at Chilenje Level 1 Hospital, breaks down the causes, risk factors, signs, and emergency management of PPH in a practical and engaging way. Tune in, learn, and help save lives.
Normal Labor & Delivery
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Lackson Sakuyuba a Midwife and Nurse Tutor at Lusaka college of Nursing and Midwifery (LUCON) talks about normal labor and delivery, a natural yet complex process that every healthcare worker needs to understand deeply. We break down the stages of labor, from the first contractions to the delivery of the placenta, highlighting key signs, expected progress, and how
Urinary Tract Infection in Pregnancy- UTI
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Peter Musongole, a midwife and nurse lecturer at Lusaka College of Nursing and Midwifery (LUCON), dives into a critical yet often overlooked topic—Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Pregnancy. He breaks down the key signs and symptoms, why early detection is crucial, and the best approaches to managing UTIs for a healthier pregnancy. Tune in for expert insights an
Antenatal Care
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Masanje Silungwe, an Obstetrician-Gynecologist, explores the importance of antenatal care and what it entails. He highlights how regular prenatal checkups help detect and prevent complications, ensuring the health and well-being of both mother and baby. Dr. Silungwe also explains how proper antenatal care improves maternal, neonatal, and child health by promot
Introducing Season 3
Send us Fan Mail This episode features Mary Kuyela and Dr. Mwansa Ketty Lubeya as they unveil what’s in store for Season 3 of the Z-MED podcast. They discuss key themes, upcoming topics, and the impact of the content, highlighting who stands to benefit most—from healthcare workers and medical students to anyone passionate about improving medical education and practice.
S2E8 Obstetric Fistula
Send us Fan MailObstetric fistula is one of the most serious and tragic childbirth injuries. In this episode we discuss in details what causes obstetric fistulas and fistula foundation stories.
S2E7 MgSO4
Send us Fan MailIn clinical obstetrics,Magnesium sulphate use is widespread . Dr. Shanzi explains the dosing, indications, when to increase dose and other protocals to consider when administering MgSO4.
S2E6 Infection prevention
Send us Fan MailInfection control prevents or stops the spread of infections in healthcare settings. In this episode we discuss of how infections spread, ways to prevent the spread of infections, and more detailed practices to consider. Effective infection prevention and control practices contribute greatly to reducing the risk of infection transmission between patients, healthcare workers and oth
S2E5 Oxytocin
Send us Fan MailOxytocin is one of the most commonly used medications in obstetrics and has been associated with claims of negligence in cases of adverse outcomes. Errors involving intravenous oxytocin administration for induction or augmentation of labor are most commonly dose related. Clinicians should be knowledgeable regarding pharmacokinetics of oxytocin and the effect. Dr. Shanzi explains mo
S2E4 Maternal Mortality
Send us Fan MailThe high number of maternal deaths in some areas of the world reflects inequalities in access to quality health services and highlights the gap between rich and poor. The MMR in low income countries in 2017 is 462 per 100 000 live births versus 11 per 100 000 live births in high income countries. In this episode Dr. Shanzi explains what Maternal mortality is, contributing factors,
S2E3 Resuscitation of the Newborn
Send us Fan MailResuscitation is one of the most frequently performed procedures in the neonatal period. Fiona Mtawali a ML shares some points on the procedures involved when resuscitating.
S2E2 Pre-eclampsia (part 2)
Send us Fan MailEpisode 2 in season 2, we continue with our expert, Dr Shanzi and his interesting discussion on pre-eclampsia.
S2E1 Pre-eclampsia (part 1)
Send us Fan MailIn part 1 of our first episode this season, Mary Kuyela talks to Dr Aubrey Shanzi, a consultant obstetrician based in Lusaka.
Season 2 Introduction
Send us Fan MailWelcome to Season 2 of Z-Med!Before we kick off with our medical education topics, we start off season 2 with a short introduction from a keen subscriber about his medical career, and why he finds Z-Med podcast useful to his studies and practice.Given the Covid -19 challenges that we have faced this year, we have not been able to use our usual studio to record Z-Med. However, we kn
S1E9 Acute Diarrhoea
Send us Fan MailMary Kuyela speaks to Medical Licentiate Constance Nkandu about acute diarrhoea.
S1E8 Malignant Hypertension
Send us Fan MailMary Kuyela speaks to Medical Licentiate Joesph Mwale about Malignant Hypertension
S1E7 Obstructed labour
Send us Fan MailMary Kuyela speaks to Dr Aubrey Shanzi on obstructed labour.
S1E6 Sickle cell disease
Send us Fan MailMary Kuylea talks to Fiona Mtawali, a medical llicentiate based in Lusaka about Sickle cell disease.
S1E5 Cryptococcal Meningitis
Send us Fan MailMary Kuyela discusses cryptococcal meningitis with Lloyd Mwandamena.
S1E4 Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Send us Fan MailMary Kuyela discusses Diabetic Ketocidosis with Constance Nkande, a medical licentiate based in Lusaka.
S1E3 Intestinal Obstruction
Send us Fan MailMary Kuyela speaks to Dr Besa about intestinal obstruction.
S1E2 Asthma
Send us Fan MailMary Kuyela and Fiona Mtawali discuss the challenges of manageing asthma.
S1E1 Ectopic Pregnancy
Send us Fan MailMary Kuyela and Lloyd Mwandamena discuss ectopic pregnancy from clinical presentation, through diagnosis and patient management.
