The Intern At Work: Internal Medicine
Medicine Pods: The Intern at Work
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
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Mar 22, 2020 • 25min
50. Ask a Fellow: Asthma Exacerbation
Dr. Alina Blazer, Respirology Fellow, discusses managing Acute Asthma Exacerbations, highlighting differences from COPD, clinical manifestations, treatment strategies. Focus on long-term management, emerging therapies for prevention. Case study of a 35-year-old woman with severe exacerbation, importance of early intervention, IV magnesium use, evolving strategies like non-invasive ventilation. Decision-making on intubation, managing exacerbations with new biologic agents, Benralizumab, and collaboration in the ED for effective care.
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Mar 8, 2020 • 16min
49. When the Mind Plays Tricks - An Approach to Delirium
Explore the intricacies of diagnosing and managing delirium in healthcare settings, focusing on types of delirium, diagnostic approaches, triggers, management strategies, and long-term effects. Learn about the impact of delirium on patients and medical professionals, along with the importance of collateral history, identifying triggers, and utilizing non-pharmacologic approaches for treatment.
Mar 2, 2020 • 9min
48. Community Acquired Pneumonia
Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about the microbiology, clinical manifestations and treatment of one of the oldest diseases in the books - Pneumonia!Support the show
Feb 23, 2020 • 16min
47. Lumps and Bumps: An Approach to Lymphadenopathy
Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about a general approach to lymphadenopathy, with a focus on work-up and treatment for Hodgkin Lymphoma. Written by: Dr. Oksana Motalo (Internal Medicine Resident)Reviewed by: Dr. Kylie Lepic (Malignant Hematologist), and Dr. John Neary (General Internist)Support the show
Feb 9, 2020 • 26min
46. Coronavirus nCoV-2019: What learners need to know
Send us a textIn this special episode, we speak with Dr. Isaac Bogoch (Infectious Diseases, University of Toronto, Toronto General Hospital) about the epidemic of the novel coronavirus in 2019. This podcast was recorded on February 5, 2020 and we are seeing new information and learning more about the virus every day. Stay up-to-date with your institutional policies and the news that is coming out from reputable sources. If you need a place to start - follow Dr. Isaac Bogoch @BogochIsaac on twitter!Support the show
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Jan 26, 2020 • 13min
45. When Stress Alone Is Not Enough - Adrenal Insufficiency
Dr. Franco, Dr. Luthra, and Dr. Srivaratharajah discuss adrenal insufficiency, covering causes, effects, diagnosis, and management. They explore historical cases, patient evaluation, triggers, workup, replacement therapy, adrenal crisis, and steroid dosage adjustments.
Jan 12, 2020 • 21min
44. The Pink Ribbon- Ask a fellow: Breast Cancer
Send us a textIn this episode we sit down with Dr. Roochi Arora (Breast malignancy and melanoma fellow), who takes us through the pertinent components of an approach to breast cancer for the internist. In particular, we go through a case of a patient returning to hospital with metastatic breast cancer- how to manage her potential complications, work up of the malignancy itself, and an overview of treatment options. Special Guest: Dr. Emily Jackson (Internal Medicine Resident)Host: Dr. Zahra Merali (Internal Medicine Resident)Infographic: Shannon Gui (Medical Student)Support the show
Dec 15, 2019 • 15min
43. Approach to the Ulcerative Colitis flare
Send us a textThis episode helps us understand the concept of autoimmunity first, taking us through the complex pathophysiology of ulcerative colitis. We then discuss intestinal and extra-intestinal manifestations of the disease and an approach to the acute UC flare. Written by: Dr. Anthony Sandre (Internal Medicine Resident) Reviewed by: Dr. Ted Xenodemetropoulos (Gastroenterologist) and Dr. Andrew Cheung (General Internist) Infographic by: Dr. Caitlyn Vlasschaert (Internal Medicine Resident) Support the show
Dec 1, 2019 • 13min
42. The COUNTdown is On - Febrile Neutropenia
Send us a textIn this episode, we cover the definition of febrile neutropenia, management, and risk stratification for inpatient vs outpatient treatment. Written by: Dr. Anna Whalen-Browne (Internal Medicine Resident) Reviewed by: Dr. Paul Barnfield (Medical Oncology) & Dr. Sara Piran (General Internal Medicine)Support the show
Nov 17, 2019 • 19min
41. A Hot Mess- Acute Monoarthritis
Send us a textThis week we discuss a common E.D presentation- acute monoarthritis! First: rule out septic arthritis. Then: consider other diagnoses such as gout, seronegative arthritis and hemarthrosis. We go through the pathophysiology, diagnostic techniques and management of these common conditions. Written by: Dr. Teresa Semalulu (Internal Medicine Resident) and Dr. Deborah Koh (Internal Medicine Resident) Reviewed by: Dr. John Neary (General Internist), Dr. Mark Matsos (Rheumatology)Infographic by: Rachel Ahle (Physician Assistant Student) Support the show
