Dr. Jameel Abdulrehman, a hematologist at the University of Toronto, dives into the intricate world of venous thromboembolism (VTE) management. He discusses the latest CHEST Guidelines and compares direct oral anticoagulants to traditional therapies like warfarin. The conversation highlights risk assessment strategies, emphasizing gender-specific responses to anticoagulation. Abdulrehman also sheds light on extended anticoagulation for cancer-related thrombosis and managing superficial vein thrombosis, showcasing the complexities of treatment decisions.

Send us a textIn this episode, Dr. Maya Stein interviews Dr. Kevin Singh about the 2016 Canadian Cardiovascular Society Guidelines on Perioperative Cardiac Risk Assessment and Management for Patients Who Undergo Noncardiac Surgery.Produced and Hosted By: Dr. Maya Stein (Internal Medicine resident)Special Guest: Dr. Kevin Singh (General Internist)Sound Editing by: Dr. Alison Lai (General Internist)Do you ever feel like you can't get ahead of charting? Freed AI has an AI driven scribe for you! You can try Freed for free right now by going to getfreed.ai. Listeners can use the INTERN50 code for $50 off their first month!Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, Dr. Sheliza Halani speaks with Dr. Kevin Venus (General Internist) about the 2020 update to the Hypertension Canada Guidelines for the Prevention, Diagnosis, Risk Assessment, and Treatment of Hypertension.Host: Dr. Sheliza HalaniSound Editing: Dr. Alison LaiProducers: Dr. Catherine Leurer and Dr. Sheliza HalaniSupport the show

Join Dr. Laiya Carayannopoulos, an intensivist from McMaster, as she dives into critical care insights. The discussion kicks off with a comparison of high-flow nasal oxygen and non-invasive ventilation for acute respiratory failure, revealing insights from a significant clinical trial. Next, the focus shifts to the debate between catheter ablation and antiarrhythmic drugs for ventricular tachycardia, highlighting new data and the need for timely referrals. Tune in for a blend of research findings and practical implications for modern care!

Send us a textDr. John Fralick sits down with Dr. Nicole Hawe, a first-year Internal Medicine resident at the University of British Columbia, to discuss her third place winning clinical vignette from the Canadian Society of Internal Medicine Annual Meeting 2024.Support the show

Send us a textDr. Laiya Carayannopoulos sits down with Nick Sanchez (MD student) to discuss his second place winning clinical vignette from the Canadian Society of Internal Medicine Annual Meeting. He takes us through a fantastic case of upper GI bleeding! Support the show

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