
Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast
Core Internal Medicine via following series: 5 Pearls || Clinically relevant pearls Mind the Gap || Why do we do what we do? Gray Matters || Management Reasoning Hoofbeats || Dissecting clinical reasoning At the Bedside || Explore everyday challenges
Latest episodes

Sep 29, 2021 • 31min
#90 Stigma in Opioid Use Disorder: 5 Pearls Segment
What are practical phrases can you incorporate to help patients who use drugs? What changes can you make to ensure person-first language? What safe drug practices can you advise? What is MOUD?Show notes, Transcript and References: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/2021/09/29/5-pearls-on-stig…oid-use-disorder/ACP CME: https://www.acponline.org/cme-moc/cme/internal-medicine-podcasts/core-im Time Stamps:04:24 Starting the Conversation 10:43 The Shared Agenda14:46 Exploring patient goals18:54 Reducing drug use24:09 Reducing harm in opioid use29:06 RecapTags: Core IM, IM Core, MOUD, buprenorphine, patient centeredness, motivational interviewing, safe practicesFind the best disability insurance for you: https://www.patternlife.com/disability-insurance?campid=497840Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko Core 500 Digital Stethoscope: https://ekohealth.com/COREIM* Check out FIGS and use code FIGSRX for 15% off your 1st order: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries for recipes, farmers' stories, and which grocery stores carry: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/redrazzAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 12, 2021 • 51min
#89 Code Status: At the Bedside Segment
Physicians discuss nuanced code status conversations, including information gathering, informed consent, giving recommendations, and avoiding mistakes. They emphasize the importance of shared decision making, documentation, and respectful conversations with patients about goals of care.

Aug 25, 2021 • 33min
"Best of" | SNF, SAR, NH, ALF and More Discharge Options
What are the differences in resources, nursing and clinician oversight and who pays for what?!
Show notes, transcript and references: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/2020/06/10/snf-sar-nh-alf-and-more-discharge-options-interprofessional-education-series/
ACP CME: https://www.acponline.org/cme-moc/cme/internal-medicine-podcasts/core-im
Time stamps:
04:07 SAR vs SNF
13:35 Long term Nursing Home Care
18:30 Assisted Living Facility
24:40 Acute rehab
26:11 LTACH
27:49 Home
Tags: Subacute rehab, skilled nursing facility, long-term acute care hospital, CoreIM, Core_IM, hospital medicine, family medicine, emergency medicine, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, interprofessional educationFind the best disability insurance for you: https://www.patternlife.com/disability-insurance?campid=497840Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko Core 500 Digital Stethoscope: https://ekohealth.com/COREIM* Check out FIGS and use code FIGSRX for 15% off your 1st order: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries for recipes, farmers' stories, and which grocery stores carry: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/redrazzAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aug 11, 2021 • 41min
"Best of" | Stress Testing 5 Pearls
What are the indications for a stress test? How to choose stress protocol in a stress test? How to choose diagnostic imaging in a stress test? How do we interpret results from stress tests, and how should this be communicated to patients?
For full transcript, infographic and show notes: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/2019/04/24/stress-testing/
Tags: Internal Medicine, Internist, Primary Care Physician, Hospitalists, Emergency Medicine, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Family Physician, Cardiology, angina, ischemiaFind the best disability insurance for you: https://www.patternlife.com/disability-insurance?campid=497840Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko Core 500 Digital Stethoscope: https://ekohealth.com/COREIM* Check out FIGS and use code FIGSRX for 15% off your 1st order: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries for recipes, farmers' stories, and which grocery stores carry: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/redrazzAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Jul 28, 2021 • 31min
"Best of" | Capacity Part 1 At the Bedside
What goes into a capacity assessments? Is it just reciting risks, benefits and alternatives? Explore this and more on this At the Bedside Episode!
Show notes, Transcript and References: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/?p=22310
Tags: CoreIM, AMA Discharges, Psych, Competency, medical ethics, medical humantiesFind the best disability insurance for you: https://www.patternlife.com/disability-insurance?campid=497840Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko Core 500 Digital Stethoscope: https://ekohealth.com/COREIM* Check out FIGS and use code FIGSRX for 15% off your 1st order: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries for recipes, farmers' stories, and which grocery stores carry: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/redrazzAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 14, 2021 • 50min
"Best of" | 20Qs Hoofbeats
A fun game of medical Twenty Questions kicks off the podcast, leading to a complex case of abnormal bleeding. The team delves into primary versus secondary hemostasis and dissects the pathology report for clues. The challenging diagnostic process and considerations for the final diagnosis are highlighted. The podcast wraps up with a positive patient outcome and gratitude towards discussants.

Jun 30, 2021 • 24min
"Best of" | July Stories
Transitions can be hard. Laugh, commiserate, and be inspired by these July stories in medicine!
Very big thank you to everyone who told their stories !
Let's help each other feel a little less alone in the struggle, be more understanding and compassionate or laugh at ourselves. Please share this episode with colleagues. Do you have a July story? Email us at hello@coreimpodcast.com.
Tags: Narrative Medicine, CoreIM, IMcore, imposter syndromeFind the best disability insurance for you: https://www.patternlife.com/disability-insurance?campid=497840Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko Core 500 Digital Stethoscope: https://ekohealth.com/COREIM* Check out FIGS and use code FIGSRX for 15% off your 1st order: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries for recipes, farmers' stories, and which grocery stores carry: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/redrazzAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jun 16, 2021 • 36min
#88 Physician Impairment: At the Bedside Segment
How can we help colleagues that we think are struggling with substance use disorder? What options are available for physicians? Are these different state to state? What deterrents do physicians face when seeking help?Time Stamps:00:21 Introduction02:59 Scope/Definitions08:05 Systems for Physician Impairment13:50 Barriers to Care24:48 Helping an Impaired Physician28:44 Systems Level ChangeShow notes, Transcript and References: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/2021/06/09/physician-clinician-impairment/Tags: Core IM, IM Core, impairment, substance use disorder, mental health, stigma, treatment, costFind the best disability insurance for you: https://www.patternlife.com/disability-insurance?campid=497840Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko Core 500 Digital Stethoscope: https://ekohealth.com/COREIM* Check out FIGS and use code FIGSRX for 15% off your 1st order: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries for recipes, farmers' stories, and which grocery stores carry: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/redrazzAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Jun 2, 2021 • 40min
#87 Penicillin Allergy: 5 Pearls Segment
Debunk common myths of penicillin allergies! What's the best way to ask about allergies? How can you challenge patients to determine if they have a true allergy? Organic chemistry buffs, what mediates cross-reactivity? What medications can you safely give your patients?Show note, Transcript and References: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/2021/06/02/5-pearls-on-penicillin-allergy/Time Stamps:02:49 Penicillin Myths07:20 Penicillin Allergy11:21 Allergic Reactions19:01 Managing allergic reactions26:53 Alternative medications33:28 RecapTags: CORE IM, IM Core, history taking, rash, skin testing, hypersensitivity, medications, over labeling, antibiotics, managementFind the best disability insurance for you: https://www.patternlife.com/disability-insurance?campid=497840Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko Core 500 Digital Stethoscope: https://ekohealth.com/COREIM* Check out FIGS and use code FIGSRX for 15% off your 1st order: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries for recipes, farmers' stories, and which grocery stores carry: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/redrazzAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 8, 2021 • 30min
#86 Quality Improvement: Careers Series
What are good habits in QI? What are the areas of expertise needed to have a successful career in QI? How can you get involved in quality improvement? What projects can you get involved with, and how do you work outside of your own interests? How can you partner with your healthcare system to make changes?Show notes, Transcript and References: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/2021/05/08/quality-improvement-careers-series/Time Stamps:01:36 Getting started05:01 Formal training08:27 What are areas of expertise to get good at?16:27 Typical Day19:27 Challenges23:56 MetricsTags: CORE IM, IM Core, fellowships, jobs, leadership, metrics, training, patient safetyFind the best disability insurance for you: https://www.patternlife.com/disability-insurance?campid=497840Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko Core 500 Digital Stethoscope: https://ekohealth.com/COREIM* Check out FIGS and use code FIGSRX for 15% off your 1st order: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries for recipes, farmers' stories, and which grocery stores carry: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/redrazzAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy