Annals On Call Podcast

Nadia Daneshvar, an expert in the responsible use of AI in healthcare, joins Deepti Pandita, a medical professional, to discuss critical topics surrounding AI integration in medicine. They highlight the ethical and legal frameworks necessary for effective AI application. The conversation emphasizes the need for human oversight in clinical decision-making and the importance of personalized healthcare. They also explore the transition to value-based care and the challenges posed by opaque AI processes, advocating for improved education and the crucial role of physicians.

Dr. Michael Klompas, a leading expert in sepsis, joins to unpack the complexities surrounding this often-misunderstood condition. They discuss the varying presentations of sepsis and the critical risks of misdiagnosis in atypical cases. A retrospective analysis reveals how infection sites and organ dysfunction impact patient outcomes. Klompas emphasizes the importance of precise classifications and the necessity for clinical judgment over rigid prediction models. The conversation sheds light on treating sepsis as a spectrum, calling for tailored management strategies.

Dr. Centor discusses time-restricted eating as a weight loss strategy with Dr. Nisa Maruthur.

Dr. Centor discusses the pharmacologic treatment of type 2 diabetes in light of newer drugs with Dr. Carolyn Crandall.

Dr. Centor discusses the uptake of newer antibiotics for difficult-to-treat resistant infections with Dr. Sameer Kadri.

Dr. Centor discusses the management of gout with Dr. Angelo Gaffo.

Dr. Centor discusses the management of hypertension in the hospital with Ms. Linnea Wilson and Dr. Timothy Anderson.

Dr. Joel Topf discusses the significance of cystatin C in estimating GFR, especially in older individuals and those with varying muscle mass. He explores the challenges of predicting kidney disease outcomes in the elderly and the importance of accurate GFR calculation. The podcast delves into incorporating advanced testing methods like cystatin C and creatinine for predicting outcomes and enhancing eGFR estimation for personalized risk assessment.

Drs. Davidson Hamer and Ralph Huits discuss the resurgence of dengue fever, its clinical presentations, and advancements in vaccine strategies. They explore the complexities of dengue virus transmission, disease progression, management challenges, and compare it with chicken gania. The podcast also covers global outbreaks, genomics, vaccination complexities, and diagnostic approaches.

Drs. Reaford Blackburn Jr. and Brian C. Westbrook discuss immune-related adverse events from checkpoint inhibitors, highlighting the mechanisms of action, management of adverse events, patient response variations, and the importance of early recognition by healthcare providers.