Send us a textDr. Zahra Merali (Host) sits down with Dr. Shaima Kaka (Internal Medicine resident) to discuss her first place winning clinical vignette (oral case report) from the Canadian Conference of Medicine Annual Meeting 2024. They discuss a curious case of hyperglycaemia and jitters! Support the show

Drs. Mike and John Fralick dive into the top randomized controlled trials of 2024. They highlight finerenone’s impact on heart failure outcomes and discuss innovative uses of tirzepatide for obstructive sleep apnea and liver conditions. Semaglutide’s positive effects on kidney health in diabetes patients also takes center stage. The hosts review findings on antibiotic durations for bloodstream infections, revealing shorter treatment might be just as effective. They wrap up with thoughts on the importance of credible data and community engagement.

Send us a textAs a result of the rapid adoption CAR-T therapy for certain lymphoid malignancies and multiple myeloma, of these treatments, CRS and ICANS will become more common in IM wards in the coming years. Take a listen to learn about how to treat this emerging condition. This episode was written by Dr. Veronica Ramirez (Internal Medicine Resident) and reviewed by Dr. Kelly Davison (Hematology) and Dr. Blair Schwartz (General Internist and Intensivist). Infographic by Neeloufar Grami (medical student).Support the show

Send us a textTake a listen to learn everything there is to know about this less common GI diagnosis- GAVE! Written by Dr. Zuhal Mohmand (Internal Medicine resident) and reviewed by Dr. Elizabeth Squirell (Gastroenterologist), Dr. Michelle Ricci (Gastroenterologist) and Dr. Heather Johnson (General Internal Medicine). Infographic by Sapriya Birk (Medical Student). Support the show

Send us a text Written by: Dr. Tharaniya Vallipuram (Internal Medicine Resident) & Dr. Liang Chen (General Internal Medicine & ICU Fellow) Reviewed by: Dr. Jed Lipes (Intensivist & General Internist) & Dr. Evan Wong (Intensivist & General Surgeon)Don't forget to check out Episode 238 - Tracheostomy 101 before listening to this week's episode on tracheostomy associated emergencies!Support the show

In this conversation, Dr. Beth Abramson, a Cardiologist at Unity Health and Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto, shares her expertise on peripheral arterial disease (PAD). She discusses the critical impact of PAD on health, particularly in individuals over 50. The importance of the Ankle Brachial Index as a diagnostic tool is emphasized, alongside strategies for managing cardiovascular risks like smoking cessation and hypertension. The role of personalized treatment and lifestyle changes for patients with asymptomatic PAD is also highlighted.

Send us a textIn this episode, Dr. Sheliza Halani interviews Dr. Nisha Andany (Infectious Diseases) about the latest guidelines regarding the epidemiology, clinical presentation, investigations, treatment and prevention of PJP. Support the show

Send us a textWritten by: Dr. Yining (Nancy) Chen (Internal Medicine Resident) Reviewed by: Dr. Shaun Ong (Respirologist) & Dr. Lori Wik (General Internist)Support the show

Send us a textLet's talk about the BCR:ABL negative MPNs! Written by Dr. Sarah Ge (Internal Medicine Resident), reviewed by Dr. Christopher Hillis @HemeHillis (Hematology) and Dr. John Neary @jddneary (General Internal Medicine). Infographic by Dr. Caitlyn Vlasschaert @DrFlashHeart (Internal Medicine Resident).Support the show

Send us a textWritten by: Dr. Roslyn Mainlaind (Internal Medicine Resident) Reviewed by: Dr. Lindsay Anderson (General Internist) & Dr. Karine Gauthier (Hematologist)Support the show