Send us a textWritten by: Dr. Sarah Hammond (Internal Medicine Resident) Reviewed by: Dr. Marko Skrtic (Nephrology) and Dr. Zijing Wu (General Internal Medicine  Support the show

From the rise and fall of bloodletting in the 19th century to the current use of precision medicine, this podcast explores polycythemia vera and essential thrombocytosis. It covers the prevalence, characteristics, and complications of polycythemia vera, along with the diagnostic criteria and treatment options. The podcast also delves into essential thrombocythemia, discussing its diagnosis, causes, and management. Risk stratification and historical treatment approaches are explored, including the use of bloodletting.

Send us a textIn this episode, we review the epidemiology, diagnostic criteria, investigation and management of hepatitis B. Our medicine minute reviews the current CDC guidelines and recommendations for screening in the general population.Written by: Drs. Amine Zoughlami and Ikram Abow-MohamedReviewed by: Dr. Phillip wong (Hepatologist) and Dr. Sanabelle Zaabat (General Internist)Support the show

Send us a textIn this weeks episode you'll learn about two often confused syndromes that cause elevated body temperature! Episode written by Dr. Thomas Kiebalo (Internal Medicine Resident) and reviewed by Dr. Peter Wu (Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology and General Internal Medicine) and Dr. Gillian Spiegle (General Internal Medicine). Infographic by Dr. Shannon Gui (Internal Medicine Resident). Support the show

Discover the intricacies of managing low blood glucose levels in this episode, covering symptoms, causes, diagnostic markers, treatment approaches, and strategies for prevention. Dive into the importance of prompt diagnosis and management to avoid treatment delays and explore the evolution of Whipple's Triad in diagnosing true hypoglycemia.

This podcast episode discusses the clinical presentation, classification, investigations, treatment, and prognosis of small cell lung cancer. It explores the aggressive nature, poor prognosis, and causes of SCLC, as well as the various treatment options including chemotherapy and radiotherapy. The controversial topic of prophylactic cranial radiation is also explored, along with the importance of routine MRI imaging and involvement of other specialists in patient care.

Send us a textHave you ever wondered about how to treat VTE in malignancy? This episode goes over all the ins and outs of this complex and nuanced topic! Written by Dr. Kevin Yijun Fan, Internal Medicine and reviewed by Dr. Helena Dhamko, (Hematology) and Dr. Ed Etchells (General Internal Medicine).  Infographic by Valarie Kim (Internal Medicine Resident). Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, we review the etiologies, pathophysiology, investigations and management of macrocytic anemia. Our medicine minute addresses how to best supplement individuals with Vitamin B12 deficiency. Written by: Dr. Haeyong Rho (Internal Medicine Resident)Reviewed by: Dr. Martina Trinkaus (Hematologist) and Dr. Alison Lai (General Internist)Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, we provide an overdose of amyloidosis with a specific focus on AL amyloidosis. We include the clinical presentation, investigations, diagnostic criteria and treatment for AL amyloidosis. Episode written by: Dr. Roslyn Mainland (Internal Medicine Resident)Reviewed by: Dr. Zijing Wu (General Internal Medicine) and Dr. Bethany Monteith (Hematology)Sound editing by: Dr. Margaret Sun (Internal Medicine Resident)Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode we walk you through our approach to pancreatitis, including potential etiologies (not just the favourite scorpion bite!), and discuss recent evidence on management. Written by: Dr. Ikram Abow-Mohamed & Dr. Amine Zoughlami (Internal Medicine Residents)Reviewed by: Dr. Constantine Soulelis (Gastroenterologist) & Dr. Sanabelle Zaabat (General Internist)Support the show