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
Nov 5, 2023 • 13min
213. Stuck Together- Thrombosis in Malignancy
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
Oct 29, 2023 • 12min
212. Big Red - An Approach to Macrocytic Anemia
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
Oct 22, 2023 • 23min
211. Staining Congo Red - An approach to AL Amyloidosis
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
Oct 15, 2023 • 15min
210. Pancreas Gone Wild - An approach to Acute Pancreatitis
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
Oct 1, 2023 • 14min
209. Fluid Matters- A Practical Dive into Peritoneal Dialysis
Explore the complications and issues in peritoneal dialysis, including catheter problems, infections, and management. Learn about peritoneal dialysis-related complications like hyperglycemia, insufficient ultrafiltration, and emergency dialysis. Discover the complications of recapsulating peritoneal sclerosis, peritoneal dialysis peritoneitis, and the use of peritoneal dialysis in acute kidney injury.
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Sep 24, 2023 • 14min
208. Leak Out! - An approach to Aortic Regurgitation
Send us a textIn this episode we cover your approach to chronic and acute aortic regurgitation including key physical exam findings and echocardiographic measures. Written by: Dr. Kate Haichin (Internal Medicine Resident) Reviewed by: Dr. Nadia Giannetti (Cardiologist) and Dr. Amal Bessissow (General Internist). Support the show
Sep 17, 2023 • 13min
207. The Deadly Storm - An approach to Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
Send us a textTake a listen this week for a dive into the world of HLH. We cover primary and secondary HLH, your approach to the diagnosis and workup, as well as management and some info on recent trials. Support the show
Sep 10, 2023 • 20min
206. Conquering Consumption: An Approach to Tuberculosis
Send us a textListen to this episode for a great summary on TB infection and TB disease! We also discuss new updates and Canadian specific guidelines. Episode written by Dr. Kevin Zhang, PGY2 Internal Medicine and reviewed by Dr. Jane Batt, Respirology and Dr. Kevin Venus, General Internal Medicine. Infographic by Dr. Valerie Kim. Support the show
Sep 3, 2023 • 14min
205. Beware of PEAR - An Approach to Seronegative Spondyloarthritides
This podcast discusses the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, associated diseases, and treatment of seronegative spondyloarthritides. It explores the historical origins of these disorders, the approach to assessing severe peripheral oligoarthritis, the importance of combining clinical and radiological findings for diagnosis, and the goals and options for treatment.
Aug 27, 2023 • 32min
204. The Internist's Guide to Gout
Send us a textIn this episode, Dr. Catherine Leurer interviews Dr. Lori Albert about the most common type of inflammatory arthritis - Gout. Dr. Albert discusses the 2020 American College of Rheumatology Guideline for the Management of Gout, with a focus on both acute gout flares and chronic management of patients with gout. Interviewer: Dr. Catherine Leurer (Geriatrics Subspecialty Fellow)Special Guest: Dr. Lori Albert (Rheumatology)Sound Editing: Dr. Alison LaiSupport the show
