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
Jul 25, 2021 • 14min
98. Under Pressure- Approach to Pneumothorax
Exploring the origins of pneumothorax treatment, understanding pleural membranes and pressure dynamics, different causes and treatment of pneumothorax, and the comprehensive approach to managing this condition
Jul 18, 2021 • 21min
97. A Narrowing In the Pipes - An Approach to Stable CAD
Send us a textIn this episode, we review the clinical presentation, diagnostic work-up and management of patients with suspected stable CAD. Our medicine minute this week reviews the indications for early revascularization in patients with stable CAD. Written by: Dr. Ciara Pendrith (IM Resident)Reviewed by: Dr. Kenneth Melvin (Cardiology) and Drs. Jonathan Ailon (GIM) and Alison Lai (GIM)Support the show
Jul 11, 2021 • 8min
96. Broken Factory - An Approach to Myelodysplastic Syndrome
Send us a textThis week we cover our approach to patients with MDS. We discuss signs and symptoms, diagnostic criteria and treatment, and have a great medicine minute about advances in therapy. Written by: Dr. Eugene Brailovski (Internal Medicine Resident Reviewed by: Dr. Martina Trinkaus (Hematologist) and Dr. Steve Shumak (General Internist) Sound editing by: Nathan Doupnik Support the show
Jul 4, 2021 • 13min
95. A Bump in the Road - An Approach to the Thyroid Nodule
Dr. Sara Awad and Dr. Laura Marcotte discuss the approach to thyroid nodules in this episode. Topics include types of nodules, diagnostic methods, risk assessment, and management strategies. They highlight the importance of tailored care plans and collaboration with endocrinologists for optimal patient outcomes. The chapter on medullary thyroid cancer screening emphasizes the use of prococitonin as a reliable marker for early detection.
Jun 30, 2021 • 24min
94. Ask a Fellow- Spilling the Subspecial-TEA (Part 2)
Send us a textA dilemma every internal medicine resident faces is- how do you choose your subspecialty? Join us on this special July episode, where we first catch up with your favourite executive producers and then dive into a panel discussion with 3 Canadian fellows. Zahra asks them about their own paths that led them to choose their subspecialty using your questions from twitter! This episode was sponsored by MD Financial Management. Support the show
Jun 23, 2021 • 32min
93. Ask a Fellow- Spilling the Subspecial-TEA (Part 1)
Send us a textA dilemma every internal medicine resident faces is- how do you choose your subspecialty? Join us on this special July episode, where we first catch up with your favourite executive producers and then dive into a panel discussion with 3 Canadian fellows. Zahra asks them about their own paths that led them to choose their subspecialty using your questions from twitter! This episode was sponsored by MD Financial Management. Support the show
Jun 13, 2021 • 10min
92. Giant Troubles - Approach to GCA and Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Send us a textIn this episode we discuss the approach to diagnosis and management of GCA and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Written by: Dr. Haonan Mi (Internal Medicine Resident) Reviewed by: Dr. Tanveer Towheed (Rheumatology) and Dr Zijing Wu (General Internal Medicine)Support the show
May 30, 2021 • 16min
91. The Uninvited Granulomas - An Approach to Sarcoidosis
Learn all about Sarcoidosis, a disease of non-caseating granulomas that can appear in different parts of the body. Explore the associated symptoms like Heerfordt's Syndrome and Lofgren's Syndrome. Discover how diagnosis and treatment are approached in this systemic condition.
May 23, 2021 • 12min
90. The Poppy's Curse, Part II - Opioid Use Disorder
Send us a textThis week we discuss the long term management of opioid use disorder, with a focus on opioid agonist therapy. Written by: Dr. Clara Lu (General Internal Medicine Fellow)Reviewed by: Dr. Lori Regenstreif (Addictions Medicine Specialist) and Dr. Leslie Martin (General Internal Medicine) Support the show
May 16, 2021 • 10min
89. The Poppy's Curse, Part I - Opioid Use Disorder
Send us a textThis week we discuss your approach to a patient with opioid overdose and withdrawal, as well as the management of both conditions including naloxone and buprenorphine. Support the show
