

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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Jun 28, 2021 • 1h 27min
#281 Hypercalcemia: Calci-fun! with Dr. Carl Pallais
Dr. Carl Pallais discusses the management of hypercalcemia in this entertaining podcast. Topics covered include the importance of assessing lab results for calcium levels, interpreting calcium levels in the ambulatory setting, causes and effects of hypercalcemia, and the treatment of hypercalcemia including the use of medications and specific therapies. Stay tuned for interesting insights!

Jun 21, 2021 • 1h 2min
#280 Heavy Menstrual Bleeding, Anticoagulation & Coagulopathy in Menstruating Patients
Explore the intersection of hematology and women’s health as we discuss heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB), gynecologic risks of therapeutic anticoagulation, and prescribing contraception in the setting of venous thromboembolic disease.
Wondering how to expand your women’s health knowledge as an internist? Listen as our insightful guest Dr. Bethany Samuelson Bannow @bsamuelson_md (Oregon Health & Science University) helps us navigate the intersections between non-malignant hematology and menstrual health. This episode will empower you to tackle the stigma and overcome knowledge gaps with regard to abnormal menstrual bleeding, as well as learn treatment, and management pearls. We also explore the intersection between therapeutic anticoagulation, heavy menstrual bleeding, and thromboembolic disease of different contraceptive options. Finally, we face the themes of overcoming sexism, and even misogyny, in women’s health head-on throughout this episode. After all, half the population has a uterus.
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Credits
Written and Produced by: Avital O’Glasser MD, FACP, FHM
Infographic: Avital O’Glasser MD, FACP, FHM
Cover Art : Kate Grant MBChB MRCGP DipGUMed
Show Notes: Kate Grant MBChB MRCGP DipGUMed, Maddie Morgan, and Avital O’Glasser MD, FACP, FHM
Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP; Avital O’Glasser MD, FACP, FHM
Reviewer: Carolyn Chan, MD
Editor: Matthew Watto MD, FACP (written materials); Clair Morgan of nodderly.com
Guest: Bethany Samuelson Bannow, MD
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Sponsor: Green Chef GreenChef.com/curb100
CME Partner: VCU Health CE
The Curbsiders are partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Visit curbsiders.vcuhealth.org and search for this episode to claim credit. See info sheet for further directions. Note: A free VCU Health CloudCME account is required in order to seek credit.
Show Segments
Intro, disclaimer, guest bio
Guest one-liner
Case 1 from Kashlak
Definitions related to menstrual health
Quantifying/defining heavy menstrual bleeding
Overcoming stigma of asking about menstrual history/health
Clinical evaluation/management of the patient with heavy menstrual bleeding
Case 2 from Kashlak
Risk of heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) in the setting of therapeutic anticoagulation
Hormonal and nonhormonal therapy options for HMB while anticoagulated
Contraception options for someone who develops VTE
Case 3 from Kashlak
Counseling about VTE risk of different contraception options
Take Home Points; Outro; Bonus clip

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Jun 14, 2021 • 1h 23min
#279 Dominate Stable Angina with the CardioNerds
Learn how to dominate stable angina. Coronary artery disease with stable angina is a different beast than acute coronary syndrome. We deconstruct it’s pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management with Drs. Dan Ambinder and Rick Ferraro. Topics: When to order coronary CT vs Stress testing; An approach to non-obstructive coronary disease; What treatments are life prolonging; Medical therapy vs Stenting; An approach to antianginal therapy; and how to partner with each patient. Listen as we dive deep into the recent literature and recommendations to dominate stable angina.
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Credits
Producer: Molly Heublein, MD
Writer: Molly Heublein, MD, Michael Sternberg MD
Show Notes: Molly Heublein, MD, Beth Garbitelli
Infographic, Cover Art: Beth Garbitelli
Hosts: Molly Heublein, MD; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Editor: (written materials); Cyrus Askin MD, Clair Morgan of nodderly.com
Guest: Daniel Ambinder, MD; Rick Ferraro, MD
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CME Partner: VCU Health CE
The Curbsiders are partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Visit curbsiders.vcuhealth.org and search for this episode to claim credit.
Show Segments
Intro, disclaimer, guest bio
Guest one-liner
Picks of the Week*
Case from Kashlak
Definitions of stable angina, unstable angina
INOCA
Assessing risk
Treatment - life prolonging vs symptom relief
Diagnosis- stress testing vs anatomical studies
Angioplasty/stenting- ISCHEMIA trial
Take home points
Outro

Jun 7, 2021 • 50min
#278 Neuro Mystery Case with The CPSolvers
Delve into the neuro Ddx with expert diagnosticians the @CPSolvers, Drs. Reza Manesh (@DrRxEdu) and Rabih Geha (@rabihmgeha). Play along as they solve a neurology mystery case, and give us a tour of the neuraxis.
No CME for this episode, but claim it for past episodes at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!
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Credits
Producer: Matthew Watto MD, FACP
Writer (case): Daniel Minter MD (@dminter89)
Show Notes: Matthew Watto, MD, FACP
Cover Art: Sawyer Watto
Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Editor: Matthew Watto MD (written materials); Clair Morgan of nodderly.com
Guests: Reza Manesh MD and Rabih Geha MD
Sponsor: Panacea Financial panaceafinancial.com
Sponsor: Provider Solutions and Development info.PSDConnect.org/curbsiders
CME Partner: VCU Health CE
The Curbsiders are partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Visit curbsiders.vcuhealth.org and search for this episode to claim credit.
Show Segments
Intro, disclaimer, guest bio
Weakness and Falls
Localization on the neuraxis
NM junction
Lung Mass
Cognitive Autopsy
Outro

May 31, 2021 • 1h 2min
#277 Bone Up on Osteoporosis in Primary Care with Dr. Carolyn Crandall
Bone up on osteoporosis in primary care! Don’t let osteoporosis sneak up on your patients with a vertebral fracture or a hip fracture! Make no bones about your osteoporosis knowledge, from knowing when to screen your patients to selecting a treatment that matches your patient’s lifestyle. Join us as we discuss these topics and more with osteoporosis expert and internal medicine physician, Dr. Carolyn Crandall (UCLA).
Free CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!
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Credits
Producer: Isabel Valdez, PA-C
Show Notes: Isabel Valdez, PA-C
Infographic: Isabel Valdez, PA-C
Cover Art: Kate Grant MD
Hosts: Isabel Valdez, PA-C; Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Editor: Emi Okamoto MD FACP and Leah Witt, MD (written materials); Clair Morgan of nodderly.com
Guest: Carolyn Crandall MD
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CME Partner: VCU Health CE
The Curbsiders are partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Visit curbsiders.vcuhealth.org and search for this episode to claim credit.
Show Segments
Intro, disclaimer, guest bio
Guest one-liner
Picks of the Week
First Case from Kashlak
Definitions of Osteoporosis and Low Bone Density (formerly Osteopenia)
Patient Counseling on Treatment Side Effects
Frequency of Testing
Dental Clearance
CKD and Osteoporosis Treatment
Prevention
Vitamin D and Calcium
Take-home Points and Outro

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May 26, 2021 • 45min
#276 Chronic Diarrhea, Dementia, OHS, MSK Pearls (TFTC #5)
Dive into the intricacies of chronic diarrhea, where diagnostic strategies and dietary management take center stage. Explore the complexities of dementia, with insights into different types and the importance of a supportive care framework. Learn about obesity hypoventilation syndrome and effective weight management methods. Additionally, uncover musculoskeletal pearls related to shoulder, hip, and knee challenges, emphasizing non-invasive treatment approaches to enhance patient care.

May 24, 2021 • 1h 14min
#275 Bariatric Surgery for the Internist with Dr. Vivian Sanchez
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Vivian Sanchez, an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Boston University and a bariatric surgery expert, sheds light on the transformative power of bariatric surgery. She explores how this underutilized tool can promote significant weight loss, correct diabetes, and enhance quality of life. Dr. Sanchez emphasizes the critical aspects of patient selection, preoperative preparations, and the complexities of postoperative care, providing valuable insights for healthcare professionals to better support their patients.

May 17, 2021 • 58min
#274 MSK Triple Distilled: Shoulder, Elbow, Hip, Knee
Dominate MSK complaints in primary care! A packed recap from our past musculoskeletal episodes, triple distilled to what you need to know. Learn some buckets to consider when addressing knee pain, just how simple hip complaints are, when to urgently refer shoulder problems, and easy exam maneuvers to differentiate elbow pain. Use our simple framework to help with the top diagnoses walking into your primary care clinic.
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Credits
Written and Produced by: Molly Heublein, MD
Show Notes by: Molly Heublein, MD
Cover Art and Infographics: Matthew Watto
Hosts: Stuart Brigham MD; Molly Heublein, MD Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Editor: Emi Okamoto MD, FACP; Clair Morgan of nodderly.com (audio)
Sponsor: GeriPal GeriPal.org
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CME Partner: VCU Health CE
The Curbsiders are partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Visit curbsiders.vcuhealth.org and search for this episode to claim credit.
Show Segments
Intro, disclaimer
Case from Kashlak- general orthopedic complaints
Yellow flags
Case from Kashlak Knee
4 buckets of knee pain
Ligamentous injury
Meniscus
Patellofemoral
Knee exam
Knee Imaging
Osteoarthritis treatment
Case from Kashlak: hip
Three steps to hip diagnosis
Case from Kashlak: Shoulder
Case from kashlak: elbow
Take-home points

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May 10, 2021 • 1h 6min
#273 ACP 2021: The Highlight Reel Part 2
Binge on some delicious knowledge food fresh from ACP’s Internal Medicine Meeting 2021 #IM2021 with pearls on: primary care management of anxiety and depression, insomnia, medical marijuana, venous thromboembolism, COVID-19 and coagulopathy, syncope, diverticulitis, aspirin, and delirium!
Note: This episode will not be available for CME/MOC credit due to the rapid turnaround time.
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Credits
Written, Produced, and Hosted by: Paul Williams MD, FACP; Chris Chiu MD FACP; Sarah Roberts MPH, Beth “Garbs” Garbitelli
Show Notes by: Beth Garbitelli
Cover Art: Beth Garbitelli
Editor: Matthew Watto MD (written materials); Clair Morgan of nodderly.com
Sponsor: Panacea Financial panaceafinancial.com
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Sponsor: GeriPal GeriPal.org
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CME Partner: VCU Health CE
The Curbsiders are partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Visit curbsiders.vcuhealth.org.
Show Segments
Top Pearls on:
Primary care management of anxiety and depression
Insomnia
Medical Marijuana
Venous Thromboembolism
COVID-19 and Coagulopathy
Syncope
Diverticulitis
Aspirin
Delirium

May 3, 2021 • 1h 2min
#272 ACP 2021: The Highlight Reel Part 1
Binge on some delicious knowledge food fresh from ACP’s Internal Medicine Meeting 2021 #IM2021 with pearls on: Heart Failure, Hypertension, IV vs PO antibiotics, Hepatology, Kiwifruit for constipation, Perioperative Sleep Apnea, Thyroid, Bariatric Surgery, Neurology, Super Gonorrhea, and more!
Note: This episode will not be available for CME/MOC credit due to the rapid turnaround time.
Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | Swag! | Top Picks | Mailing List | thecurbsiders@gmail.com | Free CME!
Credits
Written, Produced, and Hosted by: Deborah Gorth; Paul Williams MD, FACP; Matthew Watto MD FACP; Avital O’Glasser MD, FACP; Molly Heublein MD
Show Notes by: Matthew Watto MD
Cover Art: Beth Garbitelli
Editor: Matthew Watto MD (written materials); Clair Morgan of nodderly.com
Sponsor: Panacea Financial panaceafinancial.com
Sponsor: GeriPal GeriPal.org
Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you consume podcasts.
CME Partner: VCU Health CE
The Curbsiders are partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Visit curbsiders.vcuhealth.org.
Show Segments
Heart Failure
Oral vs IV antibiotics for osteomyelitis, bacteremia, and endocarditis
Inpatient Blood Pressure Management
Perioperative sleep apnea
Thyroid pearls (pregnancy and weekly dosing)
Bariatric Surgery pearls
GI disorders (Cdiff, constipation, diverticulitis)
Super Gonorrhea; Sunscreen!
Outro


