The Intern At Work: Internal Medicine
A pan-Canadian learner-generated internal medicine podcast. The Intern at Work is written by residents for residents, and is meant to serve you better on the wards and on call. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational use only and is not intended as the sole resource for clinical management. All scripts are original scripts. Podcasts produced out of Canada and may contain Canadian specific guidelines. Created by: Alison Lai Executive Producers: Laiya Carayannopoulos, Zahra Merali
Latest episodes
Mar 19, 2023 • 14min
187. Breaking down the perPLEXing topic of TTP
Send us a textIn this episode, we discuss the clinical presentation, laboratory abnormalities, initial work-up and treatment of TTP. We review the pathophysiology and also how to distinguish TTP from other MAHAs based on the patient's lab findings and clinical presentation. The medicine minute discusses the first known case of TTP and the timeline of discovery of the etiology behind TTP. Written by:Dr. Jodi Chiu (Internal Medicine resident)Reviewed by: Dr. Cyrus Hsia (Hematology) and Dr. Rasha Abdul Karim (General Internal Medicine)Sound editing by:Margaret Sun (Internal Medicine Resident)Support the show
Mar 12, 2023 • 13min
186. Ring the Alarm: Mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS)
Send us a textToday's episode is all about a rare disease that you may encounter on your allergy and immunology rotation! This episode was written by Dr. Candice Luo (Internal Medicine Resident) and reviewed by Dr. Paul Keith (Allergy and Immunology) and Dr. Zahira Khalid (General Internal Medicine). Infographic by Dr. Cailyn Vlasschaert (Internal Medicine Resident). Support the show
Mar 5, 2023 • 13min
185. Two Sizes Too Big - Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Send us a textIn this episode we take you through all the need-to-knows for your next patient with dilated cardiomyopathy! Written by: Dr. Jasper Ho (Internal Medicine Resident) Reviewed by: Dr. Katie Connolly (Cardiologist) and Dr. John Neary (General Internist)Support the show
Feb 26, 2023 • 14min
184. Backed Up - An Approach to SVC Syndrome
Send us a textIn this episode, we discuss the approach to a patient with SVC syndrome. This includes considering both malignant and non-malignant causes. Treatment focuses on relief of the obstruction and investigation and management of malignant causes. Our medicine minute discusses a 2021 trial reviewing endovascular therapy for SVC syndrome.Written by: Dr. Samuel Chan (Internal Medicine Resident)Reviewed by: Dr. John Goffin (Medical Oncologist) and Dr. Andrew Cheung (General Internist)Podcast recorded by: Alison LaiInfographic by: Jessica Nguyen (Medical Student)Support the show
Feb 19, 2023 • 13min
183. An Approach to PCOS
Send us a textAt the intersection of endocrinology and gynaecology is an important topic- polycystic ovarian syndrome! This episode was written by Dr. Sooyoun Shin (Internal Medicine Resident) and reviewed by Dr. Shoba Sujana Kumar (Endocrinology) and Dr. Rupal Shah (General Internal Medicine). Podcast produced by Kiera Liblik (medical student). Infographic by Dr. Shannon Gui (Internal Medicine Resident). Support the show
Feb 12, 2023 • 13min
182. Matters of the Heart - An approach to myocarditis
Send us a textIn this episode we break down the lengthy list of causes of myocarditis. We cover guidelines for biopsy and work-up and management approaches. Written by: Dr. Dhruv Krishnan (Internal Medicine resident)Reviewed by: Dr. Samir Hazra (Cardiologist) and Dr. StevenMontague (General Internist)Support the show
Feb 5, 2023 • 14min
181. Bad Connection- An Approach to Sarcoma
Send us a textSarcoma's are rare, and sometimes coined the "forgotten cancer." Learn more about sarcoma so that you don't miss this on your differential diagnosis of internal medicine patients! Written by Dr. Megan Smith-Uffen (Internal Medicine Resident) and reviewed by Dr. Richard Tozer (Medical Oncology) and Dr. John Neary (General Internal Medicine). Infographic by Dr. Valerie Kim (Internal Medicine Resident). Support the show
Jan 29, 2023 • 14min
180. The Crimson Cough - A practical approach to hemoptysis
Send us a textIn this episode we cover a condition that is anxiety provoking for patients and healthcare workers alike. We take you through our approach to both life threatening and non life threatening hemoptysis. Support the show
Jan 22, 2023 • 20min
179. When the filters start to falter: An approach to CKD management
Send us a textIn this episode, we review the staging, management and treatment options for chronic kidney disease. Though most patients may present asymptomatically at first, we review the symptoms and physical findings to look out for when examining a patient with CKD. Our medicine minute discusses EMPA-KIDNEY, and the evidence that supports the use of SGLT-2 inhibitors in CKD management.Written by: Dr. Susan Thanabalasingam (Internal Medicine Resident)Reviewed by: Dr. Christine A. White (Nephrologist) and Dr. Christopher Smith (GIM)Produced by: Dr. Alison LaiSound editing by: Margaret SunInfographic by: Dr. Caitlyn VlasschaertSupport the show
Jan 15, 2023 • 14min
178. About Damn Spine - Approach To Ankylosing Spondylitis
Send us a textIn this episode, we review the clinical presentation, specialized physical exam maneuvers, investigations and management of ankylosing spondylitis. Our medicine minute reviews the Choosing Wisely guidelines for Rheumatology. Podcast written by: Dr. Emma Reesor (Internal Medicine Resident)Reviewed by: Dr. Raj Carmona (Rheumatologist) and Dr. Stephen Gilick (General Internist)Sound editing by: Alison LaiInfographic Design by: Alison LaiSupport the show
