The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast brings you expert interviews, clinical pearls, and practice-changing knowledge — plus the occasional bad joke. Trusted by 100,000+ health professionals every month, we cover the full spectrum of internal medicine to keep you learning and laughing. No boring lectures here, just high-value content and a healthy dose of humor. Fantastic for Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Primary Care, and Hospital Medicine.
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Episodes
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Nov 27, 2023 • 1h 3min
#418 DIGEST (Tofurkey Edition): Semaglutide for HFpEF, TCAs for IBS, Aspirin vs Clopidogrel after PCI, Pitavastatin for HIV, Starchy Vegetables & Weight Gain, Heavy Metals in Cannabis
Drs. Paul Williams and Nora Taranto discuss semaglutide for HFpEF and obesity, TCAs for IBS, clopidogrel vs aspirin after PCI, pitavastatin in HIV, weight changes and diet, and heavy metal exposure in cannabis users.
Nov 22, 2023 • 42min
#417 USPSTF Update: PrEP for HIV Prevention with Dr. John Wong MD
Dr. John Wong, an expert in PrEP for HIV Prevention, discusses the updated USPSTF guidelines on PrEP. They cover topics such as defining increased risk for HIV, counseling pearls, types of PrEP, safer sex practices, and HIV and STI screening on PrEP.
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Nov 20, 2023 • 1h 13min
#416: Antifungals, Candida, Mucorales, Aspergillus, Pneumocystis: The Fungus Among Us with Dr. Ilan Schwartz MD
A discussion with Dr. Ilan Schwartz, an expert in fungal infections, covers topics like when to worry about fungal infections, starting anti-fungals, testing basics, resistant candida, and Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia. The episode also touches on MRI priorities for surgeons, unique holiday gifts, and the challenges of treating Candida and Canada-Oris.
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Nov 13, 2023 • 1h 18min
#415 Bipolar Disorder With Dr. Kevin Johns
Dr. Kevin Johns, an expert in diagnosing and treating bipolar disorder, discusses the challenges of diagnosing and treating this condition. Topics covered include screening for mania, the importance of family history, understanding the diagnosis and criteria for bipolar disorder, and the challenges of accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. The hosts emphasize the need for regular assessment, monitoring, and a healthy lifestyle for individuals with bipolar disorder.
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Nov 6, 2023 • 1h 14min
REBOOT #300 Celiac Disease with Dr. Amy Oxentenko
Celiac Disease with Dr. Amy Oxentenko features Dr. Amy Oxentenko, Chair of Medicine at Mayo Clinic AZ. The podcast discusses recognizing both classic and non-classical features of celiac disease, diagnostic testing, management, and proper patient follow-up. The episode also covers non-celiac gluten sensitivity and considerations for atypical celiac patients. Dr. Oxentenko provides valuable insights while keeping the conversation engaging and informative.
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Oct 30, 2023 • 58min
#414 Spooky Cakes: VKA vs DOACs in Frail Adults, RSV Vaccine, Cuff Size Matters, Bloating & Belching, AKI & Pip-Tazo
Medical experts Paul Williams, Rahul Ganatra, and Matt Watto discuss VKAs vs DOACs in frail adults, RSV vaccine efficacy in older adults, importance of correct blood pressure cuff size, cotton fever in drug users, new bloating and belching guidelines, and AKI risk of pip-tazo.
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Oct 23, 2023 • 1h 17min
#413: Common Ear Complaints, Ear Exam 101, Cerumen Remedies, and more! Get an EARful with Dr. Angela Peng!
Dr. Angela Peng, an ENT expert, shares valuable insights on common ear complaints. Topics include ear exam skills, safely clearing earwax, Eustachian tube dysfunction, cholesteatoma, malignant otitis externa, and cerumen impaction. The episode also discusses itchy ears and open tympanic membrane treatments.
Oct 17, 2023 • 55min
#24 Treating OUD in the Fentanyl Era: ASAM Treatment Week with Dr. Melissa Weimer
Dr. Melissa Weimer, a board-certified physician in addiction medicine and medical director at Yale, shares vital insights on treating opioid use disorder in the challenging fentanyl era. She emphasizes the importance of prescribing methadone and buprenorphine, while discussing initiation strategies and common pitfalls. Weimer also highlights the significance of personalized care, understanding precipitated withdrawal, and strategies for managing high-dose buprenorphine safely. Her passion for addiction care and commitment to reducing stigma shines through.
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Oct 16, 2023 • 1h 19min
#412 Low Carb, Keto, Fasting: Lifestyle Interventions for Weight Management
Dr. Will Yancy, Director of the Duke Lifestyle and Weight Management Center, discusses lifestyle interventions for weight management including the ketogenic diet and exercise. The podcast covers lab work for low carb diets, understanding and exploring low carb and keto eating plans, and managing diet for weight management. The benefits of low carb and keto diets for weight management, as well as the challenges and key take-home points for patients, are also discussed.
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Oct 9, 2023 • 1h 29min
#411 Adrenal Insufficiency with Dr. Atil Kargi
Dr. Atil Kargi, an expert in adrenal insufficiency, discusses diagnosing, managing, and treating adrenal insufficiency with a focus on interpretation of stimulation tests, distinguishing primary from secondary adrenal insufficiency, and educating patients about preventing adrenal crises. They also explore diagnostic testing options, medication adjustments, and the importance of involving an endocrinologist in the process.
