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REBOOT #458 Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction - Kittleson Rules Outpatient Heart Failure Volume 1

We’re taking a break this week, but we’ll be back next week with a brand-new episode. Provide superb outpatient care for your patients with HFrEF. Identify underlying causes of heart failure and titrate medications with ease. Dr Michelle Kittleson @MKittlesonMD (Cedars Sinai) breaks down the nuances of treating this common cardiac condition. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments 00:00 Introduction 03:22 Case Presentation: Newly Diagnosed Heart Failure 07:26 Using Physical Exam Findings to Guide Diuresis 11:58 The Four Pillars of Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy for Heart Failure 15:07 Optimizing Therapy and Follow-Up in Heart Failure Patients 22:10 The Benefits of High-Intensity Initiation and Titration of Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy 28:02 Consideration of Other Medications 40:02 Referral to Advanced Heart Failure Specialist 49:11 Optimizing Therapy and Follow-Up 55:33 Conclusion and Book Recommendation Credits Writer and Producer: Deborah Gorth MD, PhD Infographic and Cover Art: Zoya Surani Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Michelle Kittleson MD, PhD Sponsor: Mint Mobile Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans at MINTMOBILE. com/CURB.Sponsor: American College of PhysiciansOrder ACP MKSAP today at acponline.org. Curbsiders Listeners who use promo code CORECS will receive a MKSAP gift pack with their subscription.Sponsor: Panacea LegalLearn more and schedule your free consultation at Panacea.Legal.

May 12, 20251h 3m

#482 Recap from SHM #Converge25

Highlights and Pearls from SHM’s Annual MeetingWe recap the top pearls for the hospitalist from #SHM #Converge25 hitting updates in GI, stroke, anticoagulation, perioperative medicine, artificial intelligence, and more. Note: There is no CME for this episode, but visit curbsiders.vcuhealth.org to claim credit for past episodes.Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro Care of the Patient Experiencing Homelessness Updates in GI Delirium Adaptive Leadership Transgender Health Capacity Assessment Heart Failure Care of the Transplanted Kidney Precipitated Withdrawal IV contrast Alcohol Withdrawal MRSA Nares Swabs Bugs, Bite, and Fever Perioperative Medicine Parkinson’s Disease Stroke Outro Credits Producer, Writer, Show Notes: Meredith Trubitt MD, Monee Amin MD, Caroline Coleman MD Cover Art: Caroline Coleman, MD Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Rahul Ganatra, MD MPH Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Michelle Brooks MD, Avital O’Glasser MD, Rahul Ganatra MD MPH DisclosuresThe Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. Sponsor: FreedVisit www.getfreed.ai and sse code: CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe!Sponsor: LocumstoryLearn about locums and get insights from real-life physicians, PAs and NPs at Locumstory.com.Sponsor: Grammarly Download Grammarly for free at Grammarly.com/PODCAST.Sponsor: Continuing Education CompanySpecial offer for Curbsiders listeners: Save 30% on all online courses and live webcasts with promo code CURB30. Visit www.CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders to explore all offerings and claim your discount.

May 5, 20251h 29m

#481 Prediabetes and Diabetes Prevention with Dr. Scott Isaacs

Conquer prediabetes and diabetes prevention! We’re joined by Dr. Scott Isaacs, who provides essential pearls on navigating screening tests for diabetes and prediabetes, identifying atypical cases of prediabetes, and individualizing management of prediabetes with lifestyle changes and medications.Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro Case from Kashlak Why screen for prediabetes and diabetes? Who to screen for prediabetes and diabetes How to screen for prediabetes and diabetes Role of the physical exam Explaining a diagnosis of prediabetes to patients Atypical types of prediabetes Management of prediabetes: lifestyle changes Management of prediabetes: medications Outro Credits Producer, Writer, and Show Notes: Malini Gandhi MD Infographic and Cover Art: Zoya Surani Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Sai Achi MD,MBA,FACP Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Scott Isaacs MD DisclosuresDr. Isaacs reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. Sponsor: FIGSGo to WearFIGS.com and as a Nurses Week exclusive get 20% off everything starting this Thursday May 1st thru May 7th.Sponsor: BombasEnjoy worldwide shipping to over two hundred countries. Head over to Bombas.com/curb and use code curb for twenty percent off your first purchase. Sponsor: Continuing Education CompanyVisit www.CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders. Special offer for Curbsiders listeners: Save 30% on all online courses and live webcasts with promo code CURB30.

Apr 28, 20251h 33m

#480 Hypermobility with Dr. Linda Bluestein

Don’t bend the knee to hypermobility! Learn how to evaluate patients for possible joint hypermobility, what associated conditions to be mindful of, and where to start with management. We’re joined by Dr. Linda Bluestein, @BluesteinLinda (https://www.hypermobilitymd.com), who shares her years of experience in treating patients with hypermobility!Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro and getting to know our guest Case from Kashlak Hypermobility definitions and background Initial screening for hypermobility Physical examination Associated conditions and symptoms Management principles of joint hypermobility Outro Credits Writer and Producer: Paul Williams, MD, FACP Show Notes: Paul Williams, MD, FACP Infographic and Cover Art: Paul Williams, MD, FACP Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Emi Okamoto, MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Linda Bluestein, MD DisclosuresDr. Bluestein reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. Sponsor: QuinceGo to Quince.com/curb for free shipping on your order and 365 returns. Sponsor: Mint MobileShop data plans at MINTMOBILE.com/CURB to get 3 months of premium wireless service from Mint Mobile for $15 a monthSponsor: Continuing Education CompanySpecial offer for Curbsiders listeners: Save 30% on all online courses and live webcasts with promo code CURB30. Visit www.CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders to explore all offerings and claim your discount.

Apr 21, 20251h 24m

#479 Managing Treatment-Resistant Depression featuring Dr. Jessi Gold

Lead the way in depression management! We’re joined by Dr. Jessi Gold, a psychiatrist and mental health advocate, who provides essential pearls on ways to recognize the multifaceted nature of depression and similarly presenting medical conditions. We also discuss the complexities of treatment options including various medication options and therapies, and how to choose between these treatments. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments Intro Case 1 from Kashlak Medical conditions that can mimic depression Diagnosis of depression How to explain depression to family Initial treatment options for depression Case 2 from Kashlak Suicide risk assessment Trialing, augmenting, and tapering of medications Pharmacogenetic testing Alternate treatment options: TMS, ECT, ketamine, psilocybin, cannabis Outro Credits Written and Produced by: Zoya Surani Show Notes, Infographic, and Cover Art: Zoya Surani Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Sai Achi MD,MBA,FACP Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Jessi Gold, MD Disclosures Dr. Gold reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. Sponsor: Panacea Financial Visit PanaceaFinancial.com to explore financial solutions designed to make your life better. Sponsor: FIGS Go to WearFIGS.com and use the code FIGSRX to get 15% off your first order. Sponsor: Ezresus Listeners of the Cribsiders get access to a 2-month free trial, letting them use 100% of the features of the app. For more information visit www.ezresus.com/curbsiders Sponsor: Freed Visit Freed.ai and use code CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe!

Apr 14, 20251h 34m

#478 Dementia 2.0 with Anna Chodos

Updates in classification, evaluation, and treatment Become dexterous with dementia management! We’re talking with Dr. Anna Chodos about cognitive domains, diagnostic criteria, patient and caregiver resources, new antibody therapies, and brain health plans! Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments Intro Rapid fire questions The Terminology of Neurocognitive Disorders Cognitive Domains: A Comprehensive Approach Physical Examination Insights Medical Workup for Dementia Imaging and Biomarkers in Dementia Diagnosis Referral Considerations for Dementia Patients Understanding Dementia Stages and Prognosis Implementing Brain Health Plans Medications for Dementia Management Controversies in Monoclonal Antibody Therapies The Importance of Early Detection and Planning Outro Credits Producers, Writers and Show Notes: Leah Witt, MD and Margaret Heller, MD Infographic and Cover Art: Leah Witt, MD Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Emi Okamoto, MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Anna Chodos, MD Disclosures Dr. Chodos received remuneration from Novo Nordisk for participating in a task force looking at the feasibility of incorporating biomarkers for Alzheimer's disease into primary care. The financial relationship has ended. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. The production of this episode was supported by the Penn Geriatrics AGE-SMART Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Grant. This podcast content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the Health Resources and Services Administration or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Sponsor: Locumstory Locumstory.com is simply a free, unbiased educational resource about locum tenens. Sponsor: Grammarly Download Grammarly for free at Grammarly.com/PODCAST Sponsor: Continuing Education Company Special offer for Curbsiders listeners: Save 30% on all online courses and live webcasts with promo code CURB30. Visit www.CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders to explore all offerings and claim your discount. Whether live, online, or on-demand, Continuing Education Company makes earning CME easy and rewarding.

Apr 7, 20251h 30m

#477 Hotcakes: Suzetrigine for acute pain, SGLT2i and PAD, Safety of Lowering LDL, Restrictive vs Liberal Transfusion Strategy in MI revisited

Join us as we review recent practice-changing articles on suzetrigine for acute pain, the risk of PAD events from SGLT2 inhibitors, the safety of very low LDL, and the benefits of restrictive vs liberal transfusion strategies in acute MI with anemia. Fill your brain hole with a delicious stack of hotcakes! Featuring Rahul Ganatra (@rbganatra), Matt Watto (@doctorwatto), and special guest Molly Brett (Paul Williams got a break and took a much-needed vacation this week!). Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Credits Written and Hosted by: Rahul Ganatra MD, MPH; Molly Brett MD, and Matthew Watto MD, FACP Cover Art: Matthew Watto MD, FACP Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD Technical Production: Pod Paste Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Show Segments Intro, guest introduction, disclaimer Cognitive safety of very low LDL Cholesterol Suzetrigine for acute pain Risk for amputation associated with SGLT2 inhibitors Transfusion strategies in acute MI with anemia revisited Outro Sponsor: Freed Visit Freed.ai and usecode: CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe. Sponsor: Ezeresus Listeners of the Curbsiders podcast get access to a 2-month free trial, letting them use 100% of the features of the app. For more information visit www.ezresus.com/curbsiders Sponsor: Bombas Enjoy worldwide shipping to over two hundred countries. Head over to Bombas.com/curb and use code curb for 20% off your first purchase. Sponsor: Continuing Education Company Special offer for Curbsiders listeners: Save30% on all online courses and live webcasts with promocode CURB30. Visit www.CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders to explore all offerings and claim your discount.

Mar 31, 202549 min

#476 Medications for Alcohol Use Disorder 2.0 with Dr Stephen Holt

Make MAUD your topira-MATE Level up your treatment for people with alcohol use disorder. Learn about medication options beyond the first line, when they’re appropriate and not, and how to work with your patients to set goals that fit them. We’re joined by Dr Stephen Holt (Yale University School of Medicine) Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! By listening to this episode and completing CME, this can be used to count towards the new DEA 8-hr requirement on substance use disorders education. Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | iTunes | [email protected] | Free CME! Credits Written, produced, show notes, cover art and infographics by: Shawn Cohen MD Hosts: Carolyn Chan, MD. MHS, Shawn Cohen MD, and Paul Williams MD Reviewer: Kento Sonoda MD Showrunner: Carolyn Chan, MD, MHS Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Stephen Holt MD Sponsor: Pretty Litter Go to Prettylitter.com/curb to save twenty percent on your first order and get a free cat toy. Sponsor: Quince Go to Quince.com/curb for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order. Sponsor: American College of Physicians Inc Internal Medicine Board Review Courses and offered in the Greater Chicago area May 13-17 and, new for 2025, Philadelphia, July 14-18. • Enter code COURSECS25 toSave $75 dollars when registering for the Philadelphia course by 6/1. Registration is open now at acponline.org Sponsor: Ezresus Listeners of the Curbsiders get access to a 2-month free trial, letting them use 100% of the features of the app. Go to .ezresus.com/curbsiders and use promo code Curbsiders

Mar 24, 20251h 1m

#475 Perioperative Update with Dr. Avital O’Glasser

2024 ACC/AHA guideline update, including biomarker testing, MINS, and other consulting tipsMaster perioperative medicine! Learn when to hold ACE inhibitors, how to manage OSA without delaying surgery, and why "NPO after midnight" is outdated. We’re joined by Dr. Avital O’Glasser, our Chief of Perioperative Medicine!Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro Case Preoperative Assessment & Consulting Tips Risk Calculators Frailty Pulmonary Considerations Cardiovascular Meds & BP Management NPO: Why Are We Still Doing This? Biomarkers & Postoperative Risk MINS Outro Credits Written and produced, show notes, cover art, CME, and infographics: Paul Wurtz MD. Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Molly Heublein MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Avital O’Glasser MD DisclosuresDr. O’Glasser reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. Sponsor: EZResus Listeners of the Cribsiders and Curbsiders podcasts get access to a 2-month free trial,letting them use 100% of the features of the For more information, www.ezresus.com/curbsiders and Use promo code CurbsidersSponsor: FreedVisit Freed.ai and Usecode:CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe.Sponsor: Mint MobileGet 3 months of premium wireless service from Mint Mobile for $15 a month.Shop plans at mintmobile.com/curb

Mar 17, 20251h 41m

#474 Resistant Hypertension the Next Frontier

Treat Hypertension Like No Doctor Has Ever Treated Hypertension BeforeTreating hypertension never gets boring. Learn about emerging therapies and how to continue to tackle this common diagnosis like a pro. Dr. Jordy Cohen (@jordybc.bsky.social) leads us through her approach to keeping the BP where it should be (University of Pennsylvania).Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments 00:00 Introduction and Current Interests 01:55 Understanding Hypertension 11:59 Blood Pressure Measurement Techniques 19:58 Treatment Goals and Guidelines for Hypertension 30:02 Managing Resistant Hypertension and New Treatments 36:00 Exploring GLP-1 Agonists and Blood Pressure Benefits 39:06 Aldosterone Synthase Inhibitors: A New Hope 42:00 Innovative Approaches: Small Interfering RNAs in Hypertension 47:06 Renal Denervation: A Controversial Procedure 55:01 Understanding Resistant Hypertension and Testing Protocols Credits Writer and Producer: Deborah Gorth MD, PhD Show Notes: Ben Furman and Deborah Gorth MD, PhD Cover Art and Infographic: Deborah Gorth MD, PhD and Meryl Gorth RD, MPH Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Sai Achi MD, MBA, FACP Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Jordana Cohen MD, MSCE DisclosuresDr. Jordana Cohen and The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. Sponsor: FactorEat smart with Factor. Get started at factormeals.com/factorpodcast and use code FACTORPODCAST to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping. Sponsor: Continuing Education Company This is a special offer for Curbsiders listeners. Visit www.CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders to save 30% on all online courses and live webcasts with promo code CURB30. Sponsor: Panacea FinancialExplore financial solutions designed to make your life better at panaceafinancial.com.

Mar 10, 20251h 17m

#473 Rapid Response Series: Narrow Complex Tachyarrhythmias with Dr. Noble Maleque

Don’t miss a beat as our guest Dr. Noble Maleque guides us through dominating narrow complex tachyarrhythmias (while keeping our own heart rates under control too). @Nobility75 (Emory University)Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro Case 1, part 1: Unstable narrow tachyarrhythmias Case 1, part 2: Stable, narrow tachyarrhythmias – regular rhythm Vagal tone: Valsalva, Modified Valsalva, or Carotid Massage? Adenosine 2nd line AV nodal blockade: metoprolol, diltiazem Case 2: Stable, narrow tachyarrhythmias – irregular rhythm AV nodal blockade Amiodarone and diltiazem Rapid fire questions/Picks of the Week Outro CreditsPlease consolidate if performing multiple jobs (e.g. Written and Produced by: Cyrus Askin MD; cover art and infographic by Kate Grant) Producer, writer, Infographic, cover art, and show notes by: Caroline Coleman, MD Hosts: Meredith Trubitt, MD and Monee Amin, MD Reviewer: Rahul Ganatra, MD MPH Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Noble Maleque, MD Sponsor: FreedStart your free trial today, no credit card needed. Usecode: CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe at Freed.ai Sponsor: GrammarlyDownload Grammarly for FREE at grammarly.com/PODCASTSponsor: LocumstoryVisit free-to-use sponsor at Locumstory.com

Mar 3, 20251h 2m

#472 DIGEST: cfDNA & cancer in Pregnancy, Vitamin K2 for Leg Cramps, PRN anti-hypertensives, GLP-1 Agonists for AUD, Short-Course Antibiotics

Join us as we review recent articles and news featured in The DIGEST issues #59-61, including cfDNA and incidental detection of cancer in pregnancy, vitamin K2 for nocturnal leg cramps, the danger of as-needed anti-hypertensive medications in the hospital, GLP-1 agonists for alcohol use disorder, short-course (7 vs 14 days) antibiotics for bacteremia, and patient-collected HPV testing for cervical cancer screening. Fill your brain hole with a fully digestible meal! Featuring Laura Glick MD, Nora Taranto (@norataranto), Paul Williams (@paulnwilliamz), and Matt Watto (@doctorwatto). Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments 00:00 Introduction and Overview 02:57 The IDENTIFY study: Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing and Cancer Detection with cfDNA 05:54 Implications of Non-Reportable Results in Prenatal Testing 08:51 Vitamin K2: A New Approach to Managing Nocturnal Leg Cramps 12:07 Practicality and Future of Vitamin K2 in Clinical Practice 23:21 The Dangers of As-Needed Antihypertensives in the hospital 32:21 Exploring GLP-1 Agonists for Alcohol Use Disorder 40:24 Shorter Antibiotic Courses in Sepsis 46:09 Advancements in Patient-Collected HPV Screening for cervical cancer Credits Written and Produced by: Nora Taranto MD, Laura Glick MD, Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Show Notes: Nora Taranto MD Cover Art: Matthew Watto MD, FACP Hosts: Nora Taranto MD, Laura Glick MD, Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste DisclosuresThe Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. Sponsor: BombasHead over to Bombas.com/curb and use code curb for 20% off your first purchase.Sponsor: Pretty Litter Go to PrettyLitter.com/curb to save twenty percent on your FIRST order and get a free cat toy. Sponsor: Rocket Money Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/CURB today.

Feb 24, 202554 min

#471 Iron Deficiency Anemia with Dr. Tom DeLoughery

Conquer the art of managing patients with iron deficiency anemia. We are joined by the amazing Dr. Tom DeLoughery, @Bloodman (Oregon Health & Science University). Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments Intro Rapid fire questions/Picks of the Week Case History and Physical Laboratory Findings Management of Iron Deficiency Anemia Diet Oral Supplementation Unexplained Iron Deficiency Case 2 IV Iron Supplementation IV iron reactions Case 3 Laboratory Follow Up Post Supplementation When to Refer to a Hematology/Oncology specialist? Outro Credits Producer,Writer, Show Notes, Cover Art, and Infographics: Sai S Achi MD MBA FACP Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Dr. Tom DeLoughery MD, MACP, FAWM Sponsor: Mint Mobile Shop plans at mintmobile.com/curb. Sponsor: Freed Visit freed.ai and use code CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe! Sponsor: Quince Give yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince! Go to Quince.com/curb for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.

Feb 17, 20251h 11m

#470 Thyroid Nodules and Thyroid Cancer for Primary Care

Management and Ongoing Monitoring of Thyroid Neoplasms Join us as we dive deep into the approach for thyroid nodules with our two fantastic guests, Dr. Kaniksha Desai (Stanford Medicine) and Dr. Ana Chindris (Mayo Clinic)! Learn how to stratify these nodules for cancer risk and walk alongside our patients during treatment for thyroid cancer. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments Intro, guest bios Case From Kashlak Thyroid nodule evaluation and management Thyroid cancer diagnosis and treatment GLP-1s relationship to thyroid nodules and cancer Outro Credits Writer, producer, show notes, infographic, cover art: Alise Burke, MD Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Kaniksha Desai MD and Ana Chindris MD Sponsor: Panacea Let Panacea Legal help you today at Panacea.Legal Sponsor: Grammarly Download Grammarly for FREE at grammarly.com/PODCAST Sponsor: Babbel Babbel is gifting our listeners 60% off subscriptions at Babbel.com/CURB.

Feb 10, 20251h 23m

#469 Inpatient Heart Failure

Diuresing ‘til the heart's contentMaster inpatient heart failure management! Learn key tips for initiating guideline-directed medical therapy, diuretic therapy pearls, and ensuring smooth transitions of care. We are joined by Dr. Gurusher Panjrath @PanjrathG (GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences-Dr. Panjrath)Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro Rapid Fire Questions/Picks of the Week Case Aliquot 1 Defining Heart Failure POCUS in Heart Failure Timing/Indications for Echocardiography Initiating Diuretic Therapy Adjusting Diuretic Therapy/Drip vs Bolus Adjunct Diuretic Therapy Afterload Reduction Monitoring Diuretic Response Inpatient Sodium and Fluid Restriction Case Aliquot 2 Classifying Heart Failure Pharmacotherapy for HFrEF Pharmacotherapy for HFpEF Ischemic Evaluation Interval Summary/Highlights Case Aliquot 3 Considerations for Initial Care of Cardiogenic Shock Choosing Inotrope/Vasopressor Right Heart Catheterization Case Aliquot 4 Discharge Medications for Heart Failure Titration of Goal Directed Medical Therapy Post Discharge Follow Up Washout Period for ACEi/ARB Cost/Barriers of ARNI Patient Education Take Home Points Outro Credits Writer, Producer, and Show Notes by: Reaford Blackburn, Jr., MD Infographic & Cover Art: Caroline Coleman MD Hosts: Monee Amin, MD and Meredith Trubitt, MD Reviewer: Rahul Ganatra MD Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Gurusher Panjrath, MD Sponsor: CME Meeting Visit www.CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders to explore all offerings and claim your discount. Whether live, online, or on-demand, Continuing Education Company makes earning CME easy and rewarding. Special offer for Curbsiders listeners: Save 30% on all online courses and live webcasts with promocode CURB30Sponsor: Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/CURB today.Sponsor: FreedVisit get freed.ai and Usecode: CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe!

Feb 3, 20251h 30m

#468: Asthma Update with Cyrus Askin

2024 GINA Strategy, peak expiratory flow insights, SMART therapy, and other asthma pearls that will leave you breathlessMaster the art of diagnosing and managing asthma with practical, evidence-based strategies. Learn how to approach the initial interview, gain comfort with key diagnostic tools like spirometry and PEF, and optimize therapy using the latest GINA report. We’re joined by Dr. Cyrus Askin, a longtime Curbsiders member returning as our guest expert to share his insights as a pulmonologist. X profile (formerly twitter): @Askins_Razor Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro Case Topic Rapid fire questions/Picks of the Week Outro CreditsWritten and produced by Paul Wurtz MD. Show notes, cover art, and infographic also created by Paul Wurtz MD. Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Sai S Achi MD, MBA, FACP Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Cyrus Askin MD Sponsor: BabbleBabbel is gifting our listeners 60% off subscriptions at Babbel.com/CURB. Sponsor: BombasHead over to Bombas.com/curb and use code curb for 20% off your first purchase. Sponsor: Pretty Litter Go to PrettyLitter.com/curb to save twenty percent on your FIRST order and get a free cat toy.

Jan 27, 20251h 25m

#467 Unintentional Weight Loss with Dr. Eva Szymanski

Become a mini geriatrician in our new Geriatrics series! Geriatricize your knowledge of caring for older adults with unintentional weight loss! You’ll round out your history taking and weight gain plan by harnessing the age-friendly “5Ms”. We’re joined by Dr. Eva Szymanski (@eva_szy), expert geriatrician at Penn Medicine. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments Intro Rapid fire questions Case Defining Unintentional Weight Loss Applying the Geriatric 5Ms Framework Diagnostic Work-Up Addressing Ageism in Medical Decisions Defining Geriatric Syndromes Weight Loss Treatments Outro Credits Producer: Leah Witt, MD, Rachel Miller, MD, MSEd Writers: Abigail Schmucker, MD, Joseph Young, MD, Margaret Heller, MD, Alyson Michener, MD, Leah Witt, MD Show Notes, Infographic and Cover Art: Leah Witt, MD Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Molly Heublein, MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Eva Szymanski, MD Sponsor: Quince Upgrade your closet this year without the upgraded price tag. Go to Quince.com/curb for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Sponsor: Freed Visit Freed.ai and use code CURB50 to get $50 off your first month. Sponsor: Mint Mobile Switch to Mint and new customers can get half off an Unlimited plan until February 2. To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to MINTMOBILE.com/curb

Jan 20, 20251h 8m

#466 Cirrhosis Update with Scott Matherly

Update your approach to cirrhosis evaluation and management with Dr. Scott Matherly Associate Professor of Hepatology and Gastroenterology at Virginia Commonwealth University Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro, disclaimer, guest bio Case from Kashlak; Definitions Cirrhosis Diagnosis and Initial Evaluation Cirrhosis Physical Examination Decompensated Cirrhosis Management Ascites and TIPS MELD and transplant consideration Outro Credits Written and Produced by: Elena Gibson MD Infographic and Cover Art: Edison Jyang MD Hosts: Paul Williams MD, FACP; Elena Gibson MD Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Scott Matherly MD Sponsor: Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/CURB today. Sponsor: Rosetta StoneVisit rosettastone.com/curbsiders for 50% off unlimited access to 25 language courses for the rest of your life. Sponsor: Grammarly Download Grammarly for FREE at grammarly.com/PODCAST.

Jan 13, 20251h 21m

REBOOT #421 Antiphospholipid Syndrome with Dr. Arielle Langer

We're taking a short winter break, but we’ll be back with new shows in time for Christmas and New Years! Can’t wait for more new episodes? Sign up for our Patreon with 15% off an annual membership at patreon.com/curbsiders (https://www.patreon.com/c/curbsiders) and get instant access to 40 plus bonus episodes!Conquer your fear of antiphospholipid syndrome! Dr. Arielle Langer leads us through what clinical features raise suspicion for antiphospholipid syndrome, how to interpret laboratory testing, and the nuances of antiphospholipid syndrome management.Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Sponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.Sponsor: PanaceaLet Panacea Legal help you today at Panacea.LegalSponsor: AcornsHead to acorns.com/curb or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today.

Jan 6, 20251h 20m

#465 Hospital Medicine Recap Extravaganza: Diabetic Foot, Sepsis, Syncope, Acute Coronary Syndrome, and more!

Join us as Monee and Meredith with the rest of the hospital medicine team reflect on the past year, discussing some favorite insights gained covering a range of topics, including diabetic foot infections, sepsis, sickle cell inpatient management, syncope, psychiatry for the hospitalist, and acute coronary syndrome. No CME for this episode, but claim CME for past shows at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Introduction Picks of the Year Diabetic Foot Infections Sepsis Sickle Cell Inpatient Management Psychiatry Primer Syncope Acute Coronary Syndrome Reflections from the Year Credits Written, Produced, and hosted by: Meredith Trubitt MD; Monee Amin MD Script Written: Caroline Coleman, MD, RJ Blackburn, MD Cover Art: Caroline Coleman, MD Reviewer: Rahul Ganatra MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Sponsor: Rosetta StoneRedeem your 50% off at rosettastone.com/curbsiders

Dec 30, 202440 min

#464 Recap Extravaganza: Dental Pain, Cardiac Amyloidosis, Diabetes & CGMs, Hyperparathyroidism, Neck Pain, Endometriosis, Rhinitis, and more!

Join us as Paul and Watto reflect on the past year, discussing some favorite insights gained covering a range of topics, including dental pain management, cardiac amyloidosis, the impact of continuous glucose monitoring on diabetes care, the complexities of diagnosing primary hyperparathyroidism, hepatitis B screening and vaccination, GLP-1 agonists, travel medicine, endometriosis, rhinitis, and recurrent UTIs. Plus, we feature listener voicemails sharing their favorite episodes and why they love the Curbsiders!No CME for this episode, but claim CME for past shows at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments 00:00 Introduction and Year-End Reflections 02:59 Picks of the Year 05:53 Dental Pain and Oral Care Insights 10:25 Cardiac Amyloidosis 14:33 Listener mail- diabetes 16:33 Neck Pain 19:08 Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Diabetes 23:57 Hyperparathyroidism 30:48 Hepatitis B 34:01 Listener mail- obesity 36:14 Travel Medicine: Malaria, Diarrhea, and Vaccination 40:38 Endometriosis 46:08 Rhinitis and Environmental Allergies 49.24 Recurrent UTIs 55:08 Reflections on Nine Years of Curbsiders Credits Written, Produced, and hosted by: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Cover Art: Matthew Watto MD, FACP Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Molly Heublein MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Sponsor: AquaTruToday listeners receive 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier! Just go to AquaTru.com and enter code “CURB“ at checkout. Sponsor: FreedVisit Freed.ai. Use code CURB50 to get $50 off your first month.Sponsor: QuinceGo to Quince.com/curb for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!

Dec 23, 20241h 6m

REBOOT #429 Anxiety 2.0: with Dr. Jessi Gold

We're taking a short winter break, but we’ll be back with new shows in time for Christmas and New Years! Can’t wait for more new episodes? Sign up for our Patreon with 15% off an annual membership at patreon.com/curbsiders (https://www.patreon.com/c/curbsiders) and get instant access to 40 plus bonus episodes! Elevate your primary care management of anxiety. Become confident in counseling patients about a new anxiety diagnosis, 2nd and 3rd line medications, augmentation for anxiety treatment, and options for non-pharmacological anxiety treatment. We are joined by psychiatrist and mental health expert Dr. Jessi Gold, @drjessigold (University of Tennessee System; drjessigold.com). Check out her book, How Do You Feel? Visit our website for detailed show notes for this episode. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Sponsor: Freed You can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. use code CURB50 for $50 off your first month. Sponsor: Litter Robot As a special holiday offer, Whisker is offering up to $100 off Litter-Robot bundles. AND, as a special offer to listeners, you can get an additional $50 off when you go to stopscooping.com/CURB Sponsor: Pattern With huge discounts for doctors in training, now is truly the best time to request your disability insurance quotes with Pattern at patternlife.com/curbsiders.

Dec 16, 20241h 33m

REBOOT #433 CGMs, Insulin, and How to Adjust Diabetes Meds to Glucose Patterns

We're taking a short winter break, but we’ll be back with new shows in time for Christmas and New Years! Can’t wait for more new episodes? Sign up for our Patreon with 15% off an annual membership at patreon.com/curbsiders (https://www.patreon.com/c/curbsiders) and get instant access to 40 plus bonus episodes! Step up your diabetes game! Learn the ins and outs of continuous glucose monitors (CGM) including key features, what and how to order, interpreting CGM data (time in range, time above range, etc.), and how to make adjustments to a patient’s insulin regimen, aka “insulin pattern matching”. We discuss common scenarios including overnight hypoglycemia, exercise-induced hypoglycemia, post-prandial hyperglycemia, what to do when the patient runs high all the time, and how to incorporate GLP1 agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors into a patient's regimen. Returning guest and Paul’s favorite frenemy, Dr. Jeff Colburn (VCU Health) returns! Visit our website for detailed show notes for this episode. Claim free CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Sponsor: Freed You can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month. Sponsor: OpenEvidence If you haven't tried it out yet check it out, it will save you time and help you make better decisions go to openevidence.com/curbsiders Sponsor: Panacea Legal Physicians deserve to be informed of the risks and benefits of their employment contract. Let Panacea Legal help you today at Panacea.Legal

Dec 9, 20241h 15m

REBOOT #415 Bipolar Disorder With Dr. Kevin Johns

We're taking a short winter break, but we’ll be back with new shows in time for Christmas and New Years! Can’t wait for more new episodes? Sign up for our Patreon with 15% off an annual membership at patreon.com/curbsiders (https://www.patreon.com/c/curbsiders) and get instant access to 40 plus bonus episodes!Diagnosing and treating bipolar disorder is not always black-and-white. Dr. Kevin Johns teaches us how to not get tripped up on this tricky diagnosis. (The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center)Visit our website for detailed show notes for this episode. Claim free CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Sponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.Sponsor: Uncommon GoodsTo get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/curb. Sponsor: Bombas Head over to Bombas.com/curb and use code curb for 20% off your first purchase

Dec 2, 20241h 19m

#463 Tofurkey-cakes: A Hypertension Triple Pill, Arm Position & BP, early TAVR, Liberal vs Restrictive Transfusions, New Periop Guidelines

Join us as we review recent practice-changing articles on a new triple pill for hypertension, how arm position affects blood pressure, early TAVR for asymptomatic patients with severe AS, liberal versus restrictive transfusion strategy in patients with acute brain injury, and a quick overview of the 2024 ACC/AHA perioperative medicine guidelines. Fill your brain hole with a delicious stack of tofurkey cakes! Featuring Paul Williams (@PaulNWilliamz), Rahul Ganatra (@rbganatra), Jen DeSalvo (@drjendesalvo), and Matt Watto (@doctorwatto).Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | Swag! |Mailing List | Contact | CME!Credits Written and Hosted by: Rahul Ganatra MD, MPH; Jen DeSalvo MD; Paul Williams, MD, FACP, Matthew Watto MD, FACP Cover Art: Matthew Watto MD, FACP Reviewer: Rahul Ganatra MD, MPH Technical Production: Pod Paste Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Show Segments Intro, disclaimer A new triple pill for hypertension How arm position affects blood pressure Early TAVR for asymptomatic patients with severe AS Liberal versus restrictive transfusion strategy in patients with acute brain injury A quick overview of the 2024 ACC/AHA perioperative medicine guidelines Outro Sponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.Sponsor: AquaTruToday listeners receive 20% off any AquaTru purifier! Just go to AquaTru.com and enter code “CURB“ at checkout.Sponsor: Uncommon GoodsTo get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/curb.

Nov 25, 202449 min

#462 Male Hypogonadism Pearls with Dr. Bradley Anawalt: Insights on Testosterone Deficiency

Risks/benefits in older males, when to test, fertility considerations, and more.Master male hypogonadism diagnosis and management. Discover when and how to test, how to tackle confounding conditions, and why lifestyle changes may be more effective than testosterone therapy in certain patients. We are joined by Dr. Brad Anawalt, an expert in endocrine care, to guide us through the essentials.Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro Case 1 History and Physical Laboratory Testing Effect of Lifestyle on Testosterone Case 2 Prostate and Cardiovascular risk Treatment Options and Considerations Secondary Causes of Hypogonadism Case 3 Testicular Size and Klinefelter Syndrome hCG and Clomiphene Monitoring and Follow-Up Take-Home Points Outro Credits Written and produced by Paul Wurtz MD. Show notes, cover art, and infographic also created by Paul Wurtz MD. Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Sai S Achi MD, MBA, FACP Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Bradley D. Anawalt MD Sponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month. Sponsor: PatternWith huge discounts for doctors in training, now is truly the best time to request your disability insurance quotes with Pattern at patternlife.com/curbsiders.Sponsor: Litter RobotAs a special holiday offer, Whisker is offering up to $100 off Litter-Robot bundles. AND, as a special offer to listeners, you can get an additional $50 off when you go to stopscooping.com/CURB.

Nov 18, 20241h 31m

#461: Facial Nerve Follies: Understanding Bell's Palsy

A Bell-Ringer of a PresentationIs it a stroke or is it botox? No, it’s Bell’s palsy! Learn how to differentiate facial palsy from other sinister diagnoses. Join us as Dr. Jordan Amar (Assistant Professor of Clinical Neurology at USC Keck School of Medicine) gives us Bell’s palsy pointers (and a great mnemonic, if there is such a thing).Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Introduction Rapid fire questions and Reflex Hammers Case #1: Ms. Melanie Framework for Bell's Palsy Bell's Palsy vs Stroke: How to Differentiate Approach to History and Physical Exam Case #2: Mr. Lopez Red Flags in Facial Palsy (GROWLS FACE) Workup: From Imaging to Labs and What Not to Do Treatment: The Role of Steroids and Antivirals Supportive Care, Complications and Prognosis Take-Home Points Outro Credits Producer and Writer: Isabel Valdez, PA-C Show Notes: Paul Wurtz MD, Ben Furman MPH MS3, Isabel Valdez, PA-C Infographic and Cover Art: Zoya Surani, MS2 Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Jordan Amar, MD Sponsor: Beginly HealthReady to take control of your job search? Visit beginlyhealth.com/curbsiders to get startedSponsor: OpenEvidence If you haven't tried it out yet check it out, it will save you time and help you make better decisions go to openevidence.com/curbsidersSponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.

Nov 11, 20241h 7m

#460 HFpEF: Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction

Preserve your sanity while treating heart failure with preserved ejection fraction. Dr Michelle Kittleson @MKittlesonMD (Cedars Sinai) illuminates this confounding cardiac condition.Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments 00:00 Introduction and Advice for Physicians 02:24 Case Presentation 04:16 Understanding HFpEF 08:11 Differential Diagnosis of Dyspnea and Edema 11:30 Diagnosing HFPEF: H2F-PEF Score and Testing 17:07 Managing Comorbidities in HFpEF 20:54 Non-Pharmacological Interventions: Weight Loss and Exercise 23:16 Understanding the Challenges of HFpEF 25:08 Medications 30:13 Promising Results of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists 36:38 Managing Salt and Water Intake Credits Writer and Producer: Deborah Gorth MD, PhD Infographic and Cover Art: Zoya Surani Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Michelle Kittleson MD, PhD Sponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month. Sponsor: BombasHead over to Bombas.com/curb and use code curb for 20% off your first purchase.Sponsor: Beginly HealthReady to take control of your job search? Visit beginlyhealth.com/curbsiders to get started

Nov 4, 202449 min

#459 DIGEST: Finerenone for Heart Failure, PCV21 and the latest Pneumonia Vaccine Recs, 24-hour vs 15-hour Oxygen Therapy, and PREVENT vs PCE for Cardiovascular Risk Estimation

Join us as we review recent articles and news featured in The DIGEST issues #56 and #57, including finerenone for heart failure, the skinny on pneumonia vaccines and the latest, PCV21, long-term oxygen therapy (the REDOX trial), and the PREVENT vs PCE cardiovascular risk equations. Fill your brain hole with a fully digestible meal! Featuring Alex Chaitoff (@alexchaitoff), Rahul Ganatra (@rbganatra), Nora Taranto (@norataranto), and Matt Watto (@doctorwatto). Note: **Update on Pneumonia Vaccine from ACIP: After we recorded and just before we published this episode, the CDC updated its vaccine guidance to include pneumonia vaccination for all adults aged 50 years and older to receive either PCV20, PCV21, or the combination of PCV15 followed by PPSV23 one year later (CDC site accessed 24 Oct 2024).** Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcu health.org! Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | Swag! |Mailing List | Contact | CME! Credits Written and Hosted by: Nora Taranto MD; Rahul Ganatra MD, MPH, Alex Chaitoff MD, MPH, Matthew Watto MD, FACP Cover Art: Matthew Watto MD Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD Technical Production: Pod Paste Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP Show Segments Introduction + Pun Exploring Finerenone in Heart Failure Pneumonia Vaccines: The PCV21 Trial Long-Term Oxygen Therapy: The REDOX Trial Cardiovascular Risk Calculators: The PREVENT Equation Sponsor: Freed You can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month. Sponsor: Quince Go to Quince.com/curb for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Sponsor: Beginly Health Ready to take control of your job search? Visit beginlyhealth.com/curbsiders to get started

Oct 28, 202454 min

#458 HFrEF: Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction

Kittleson Rules Outpatient Heart Failure Volume 1 Provide superb outpatient care for your patients with HFrEF. Identify underlying causes of heart failure and titrate medications with ease. Dr Michelle Kittleson @MKittlesonMD (Cedars Sinai) breaks down the nuances of treating this common cardiac condition. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments 00:00 Introduction 03:22 Case Presentation: Newly Diagnosed Heart Failure 07:26 Using Physical Exam Findings to Guide Diuresis 11:58 The Four Pillars of Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy for Heart Failure 15:07 Optimizing Therapy and Follow-Up in Heart Failure Patients 22:10 The Benefits of High-Intensity Initiation and Titration of Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy 28:02 Consideration of Other Medications 40:02 Referral to Advanced Heart Failure Specialist 49:11 Optimizing Therapy and Follow-Up 55:33 Conclusion and Book Recommendation Credits Writer and Producer: Deborah Gorth MD, PhD Infographic and Cover Art: Zoya Surani Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Michelle Kittleson MD, PhD Sponsor: Freed You can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month. Sponsor: Litter Robot Right now, Whisker is offering $75 off Litter-Robot bundles. AND, as a special offer to listeners, you can get an additional $50 off when you go to stopscooping.com/CURB. Sponsor: Beginly Health Ready to take control of your job search? Visit beginlyhealth.com/curbsiders to get started

Oct 21, 20241h 4m

#457 Cold and Flu Season: Upper Respiratory Infections aka URIs

Treating colds, flu, and more with Dr Amber Bird! Dive deep into upper respiratory viral infections with Dr Amber Bird, MD (Penn). Feel confident on when to order testing, recommend symptom relieving treatments, and avoid unnecessary antibiotics. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Agenda 03:07 Getting to Know the Guest and Rapid Fire Questions 05:51 Case from Kashlak: Mateo with Common Cold Symptoms 06:12 Defining and Diagnosing the Common Cold 09:08 Approach to History and Physical Exam 13:23 Viral Respiratory Testing and Its Indications 17:36 Symptomatic Treatment Options for the Common Cold 24:25 Managing Cough and Nasal Congestion 35:03 Home Remedies and natural products 42:16 Prescribing Antivirals for Influenza 46:33 Antibiotics and Counseling Patients 52:07 Contagiousness and Risk to Family Members 54:52 Recurring Colds and Risk Factors 59:38 Vaccination recommendations 01:01:23 Key Takeaways and Conclusion Credits Producer: Leah Witt, MD and Molly Heublein, MD Show Notes/CME: Molly Heublein, MD Cover Art and Infographic: Leah Witt, MD Hosts, writers: Leah Witt and Molly Heublein, MD Reviewer: Fatima Syed, MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Amber Bird, MD Sponsor: Babbel Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CURB. Sponsor: Freed You can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month. Sponsor: Panacea Legal Let Panacea Legal help you today at Panacea.Legal

Oct 14, 20241h 6m

#456 Outpatient Oxygen Therapy

Supplemental oxygen is ubiquitous and yet there is a tremendous amount of uncertainty related to prescription and management in the outpatient setting. Have no fear, we’ve got your back! On this episode of The Curbsiders we host special guest Susan Jacobs, RN, MS who is a bonafide, world-class expert in outpatient oxygen therapy. How to prescribe? What’s out there? What do you do when your patient travels? She joins us to tackle these questions and so much more so make sure to tune in and snag some knowledge food for that old brain hole!Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro Getting to know our guest Basics of oxygen prescribing and devices Caveats for the patient who only has exertional hypoxemia How to prepare for travel Key points & take aways Outro Credits Producer, Writer, Infographic and Cover Art Artist: Leah Witt, MD Show Notes: Cyrus Askin, MD Reviewer: Fatima Syed, MD Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Susan Jacobs, RN, MS Sponsor: UVA HealthTo learn more about UVA Health, visit https://uvahealth.com/ Sponsor: Beginly HealthReady to take control of your job search? Visit beginlyhealth.com/curbsiders to get started. Sponsor: Freed AIYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.View full show notes at thecurbsiders.com

Oct 7, 20241h 12m

#455 Sports Injuries Part 2: Hip and Knee

De-stress your approach to stress fractures (and trochanteric pain syndromes and meniscus tears)!Follow along as the great Dr. Senter guides us through the diagnosis, workup, and treatment of an all-star lineup of sport injuries. Part 2 covers stress fractures, relative energy deficiency in sports, trochanteric pain, meniscus tears, and the ongoing quest to diagnose Paul’s mysterious hip injury. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Case 1 - Hip stress fracture Approach to hip injuries in runners Relative Energy Deficiency in Sports (RED-S) Imaging consideration for bone stress injuries Surgical and treatment consideration for hip stress fractures Osteoporosis evaluation Case 2 - Greater trochanteric pain syndrome Hip and trochanter anatomy Treatment and imaging of trochanteric tendinopathies Case 3 - Meniscus tear Knee evaluation and physical exam Bucket handle tears and surgical considerations Special physical exam maneuvers Imaging and further surgical considerations Outro & Take Home Points Credits Producer and Show Notes: Peter Wikoff MD Writer, Infographic and Cover art: Edison Jyang MD Reviewer: Sai S Achi MD MBA FACP Hosts and Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Dr. Carlin Senter MD Sponsor: ClinicalKey AITo learn more about ClinicalKey AI, visit Elsevier.health/AI Sponsor: Beginly HealthReady to take control of your job search? Visit beginlyhealth.com/curbsiders to get started. Sponsor: Freed AIYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.

Sep 30, 202454 min

#454 Kidney Boy on Managing Diabetes and Hypertension in CKD

Learn how to manage diabetes and hypertension in chronic kidney disease with expert tips from Kidney Boy, Kashlak’s Chief of Nephrology, Dr. Joef Topf @kidney_boy. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Credits Written and Produced by: Fatima Syed, MD, MSc Infographic and Cover Art: Zoya Surani, MD Show Notes: Fatima Syed, MD, MSc Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Sai S Achi, MD, MBA, FACP Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP and Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: Pod Paste Guest: Joel Topf, MD Sponsor: Mint Mobile To get this new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to mintmobile.com/CURB. Sponsor: ClinicalKey AI ClinicalKey AI is an award-winning solution that combines trusted, evidence-based clinical content with conversational search powered by generative AI. To unlock the power of AI in clinical decision-making with ClinicalKey AI, visit Elsevier.health/AI” Sponsor: Freed You can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.

Sep 23, 20241h 5m

#453 Sports Injuries Part 1: Concussion and Hip Pain

Follow along as the great Dr. Senter guides us through the diagnosis, workup, and treatment of an all-star lineup of sport injuries. Part 1 covers concussions, femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), and the ongoing quest to diagnose Paul’s mysterious hip injury. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments00:00 Introduction 08:43 Case 1 - Concussion 9:39 Approach and Workup of Concussions 18:08 Treatment of Concussions (Return to Activity) 24:10 Consideration of Head Imaging 33:20 Case 2 - Hip Pain (FAI) 34:15 Hip Anatomy and Differential Diagnosis 38:41 Hip Physical Exam 45:41 Hip Imaging 47:28 Treatment of FAIOutro & Take Home Points Credits Producer and Show Notes: Peter Wikoff MD Writer, Infographic and Cover art: Edison Jyang MD Reviewer: Sai S Achi MD MBA FACP Hosts and Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Dr. Carlin Senter MD Sponsor: ClinicalKey AIClinicalKey AI is an award-winning solution that combines trusted, evidence-based clinical content with conversational search powered by generative AI. To unlock the power of AI in clinical decision-making with ClinicalKey AI, visit Elsevier.health/AISponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.Sponsor: BabbelGet up to 60% off your Babbel subscription - but only for our listeners at Babbel.com/CURB.

Sep 16, 202457 min

#452 MASLD aka NAFLD aka Fatty Liver aka Hepatic Steatosis with Dr. Elliot Tapper

Expand your NAFLD/MASLD knowledge!Expert guest Dr. Elliot Tapper (@ebtapper) shares his framework for approaching NAFLD/MASLD and the treatment tools he recommends including lifestyle modifications and medications. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro Rapid Fire Segment Case 1 Part 1 NAFLD/MASLD terminology and differential diagnoses PEth testing Diagnostic tools for NAFLD/MASLD: Fib4 Score Imaging When to Refer to a Hepatologist? Treatment options Lifestyle modifications Role of GLP-1 agonists Role of new FDA approved medications Outro Credits Producer: Sai S Achi, MD, MBA, FACP; Matthew Watto MD, FACP Writer, Show Notes, Cover Art, and Infographics: Sai S Achi, MD MBA, FACP Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Leah Witt MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Dr. Elliot Tapper MD Sponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.Sponsor: The University of VirginiaVisit uvahealth.com website to explore this exceptional opportunity and submit your application today.Sponsor: Beginly HealthReady to take control of your job search? Visit beginlyhealth.com/curbsiders to get started.

Sep 9, 20241h 15m

#451 Acute Coronary Syndrome with Dr. Sanjeev Francis - Part 2

Quit playing games with my heart Yet another beat no to skip here with part 2 of our conversation with cardiologist Dr. Sanjeev Francis (@, Maine Medical Center)for acute coronary syndrome. Learn about the warranty on stress tests, initial management of ACS and how to deal with those pesky elevated troponins from patients with sepsis. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments Start Part 1 Intro Rapid fire questions/Picks of the Week Case 1 History and Physical ECGs Definitions Risk Stratification Tools Non-invasive Testing Options End Part 1 Start Part 2 Case 2 Warranty on Non-invasive Testing Invasive Management of non ST elevation ACS Medical Management of non ST elevation ACS Case 3 Myocardial Injury Definitions Diagnostics to Consider for Myocardial Injury Transitions of Care Outro End Part 2 Credits Producer, Writer, Show Notes, Hosts: Meredith Trubitt, MD, MPH, Monee Amin MD Infographic, Cover Art: Caroline Coleman, MD Reviewer: Rahul Ganatra, MD, MPH Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Sanjeev Francis, MD Sponsor: Babbel Get up to 60% off your Babbel subscription - but only for our listeners at Babbel.com/CURB. Sponsor: Freed You can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month. Sponsor: Panacea Financial If you’re ready to join the thousands of doctors who have declared independence from traditional banks, visit panaceafinancial.com today.

Sep 2, 20241h 3m

#450 Acute Coronary Syndrome with Dr. Sanjeev Francis - Part 1

Quit playing games with my heartDon’t skip a beat and join us in part 1 of our conversation with cardiologist Dr. Sanjeev Francis (@, Maine Medical Center)for acute coronary syndrome. First up, the basics on physical exam, how to interpret high-sensitivity troponin and how to think through the spectrum of acute coronary syndrome.Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Start Part 1 Intro Rapid fire questions/Picks of the Week Case 1 History and Physical ECGs Definitions Risk Stratification Tools Non-invasive Testing Options End Part 1 Start Part 2 Case 2 Warranty on Non-invasive Testing Invasive Management of non ST elevation ACS Medical Management of non ST elevation ACS Case 3 Myocardial Injury Definitions Diagnostics to Consider for Myocardial Injury Transitions of Care Outro End Part 2 Credits Producer, Writer, Show Notes, Hosts: Meredith Trubitt, MD, MPH, Monee Amin MD Infographic, Cover Art: Caroline Coleman, MD Reviewer: Rahul Ganatra, MD, MPH Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Sanjeev Francis, MD Sponsor: Mint Mobile To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to mintmobile.com/CURB. Sponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off your first month. Sponsor: American College of PhysiciansPreorder ACP MKSAP to receive discounted pricing plus free MKSAP 19 premium content you can use now at acponline.org/acpmksap

Aug 26, 20241h 2m

REBOOT #326 NephMadness 2022: Cardiorenal Syndrome

We're taking a short summer break, but we'll be back at the end of August with brand new episodes. Lose your heart to NephMadness 2022! Dr. Joel Topf (@kidney_boy) and Dr. Sadiya Khan (@HeartDocSadiya) tackle the NephMadness 2022 Cardiorenal Syndrome region, leading us through the pathophysiology of cardiorenal syndrome, how to approach the creatinine “bump” with diuresis, managing patients with diuretic resistance, and more. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | Swag! | Top Picks | Mailing List | [email protected] | Free CME! Show Segments Intro, disclaimer, guest bios Guest one-liners, Introduction to Nephmadness 2022 Case #1 from Kashlak: acute decompensated heart failure with elevated creatinine Definition and pathophysiology of cardiorenal syndrome Use of home ACE-is/ARBs and SGLT-2 inhibitors in cardiorenal syndrome Case #2 from Kashlak: the creatinine bump with diuresis Approach to the creatinine bump with diuresis Tips for the volume exam Interpreting cardiac biomarkers in patients with chronic kidney disease Case #3 from Kashlak: diuretic resistance Maximizing loop diuretic efficacy Sequential nephron blockade Use of hypertonic saline Outro Credits Producer, Writer, Show Notes, Infographics: Malini Gandhi Cover Art: Beth Garbitelli Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD, FACP Executive Producer: Beth Garbitelli Showrunner: Matthew Watto MD, FACP Editor: Clair Morgan of nodderly.com Guest: Dr. Joel Topf MD, Dr. Sadiya Khan MD Sponsor: Beginly Health Ready to take control of your job search? Visit beginlyhealth.com/curbsiders to get started. Sponsor: Locumstory Tune in to The Locumstory Podcast on Spotify, Apple, or Google podcasts. Sponsor: Freed You can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.

Aug 19, 202455 min

REBOOT #226 Kidney Boy on Acute Kidney Injury: Myths & Musings

We're taking a short summer break, but we'll be back at the end of August with brand new episodes. AKI Tips and Tricks from Joel Topf MD, Kashlak’s Chief of NephrologyGet a grip on acute kidney injury (AKI) with Dr. Joel Topf (AKA @kidney_boy), Kashlak’s Chief of Nephrology! We’ve put together an AKI highlight reel - focusing on practical tips and tricks to help you identify, diagnose and manage AKI, plus how to recognize AIN and random myths and musings on vancomycin, NSAIDS, contrast nephropathy, and the risk of NSF from gadolinium.Listeners can claim Free CE credit through VCU Health at http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org/ (CME goes live at 0900 ET on the episode’s release date). <iframe style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/15258203/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/backward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/d95408/" height="90" width="100%" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe>Show Notes | Subscribe | Spotify | Swag! | Top Picks | Mailing List | [email protected] | Free CME!Credits Written (including CME questions) and Produced by: Cyrus Askin, MD Infographic by: Cyrus Askin, MD Cover Art: Kate Grant MBChb, MRCGP Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Editor: Matthew Watto MD, FACP (written materials); Clair Morgan of nodderly.com Guest: Joel Topf, MD Time Stamps 00:00 Sponsors - VCU Health CE and Pediatrics On Call podcast by APP 00:30 Intro, disclaimer, guest bio 03:00 Guest one-liner, Picks of the Week*: Zoe Keating albums (Cellist); Mrs. America (TV series) on FX; The Last of Us (Videogame); 08:45 Sponsor - Pediatrics On Call podcast by APP 09:15 Definition of acute kidney injury (AKI) and fundamentals 11:00 Cardiorenal syndrome 12:24 Schema for AKI 17:30 Establish an etiology, determine urine output and address electrolyte abnormalities 21:22 AKI in the otherwise-healthy patient; 32:20 Rhabdomyolysis 38:21 Vancomycin 41:43 Acute interstitial nephritis (AIN) 44:52 Contrast induced nephropathy (CIN) 50:37 Gadolinium in AKI and/or CKD 52:53 Timing of dialysis 56:37 AKI in the out-patient setting and how to handle home meds e.g. TMP-SMX, RAAS inhibitors; 62:01 Is Ultrasound necessary in AKI 64:58 Dr. Topf’s take home points and Plug for Seminars in Nephrology 68:45 Outro and Sponsor - VCU Health CE Sponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.Sponsor: Panacea FinancialIf you’re ready to join the thousands of doctors who have declared independence from traditional banks, visit panaceafinancial.com today.Sponsor: Locumstory Tune in to The Locumstory Podcast on Spotify, Apple, or Google podcasts.

Aug 12, 20241h 13m

REBOOT #316 Lower Extremity Edema with The Curbsiders

We're taking a short summer break, but we'll be back at the end of August with brand new episodes. Your swell guide to the swollen leg We're taking a short summer break, but we'll be back at the end of August with brand new episodes. We have seen our esteemed guests, and they are us! Paul Williams (@PaulNWilliamz) leads the discussion with Matt Watto (@DoctorWatto) and Beth “Garbs” Garbitelli (@bethgarbitelli) on the evaluation and management of common causes of edema. Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | Swag! | Top Picks | Mailing List | [email protected] | Free CME! Show Segments Intro, disclaimer Picks of the Week* The case of Lynn Fedema Pathophysiology of edema Differential diagnosis of chronic edema Chronic edema work-up Management of chronic edema Calvin Fedema and acute edema Evaluation of acute edema Outro Credits Written and produced by: Paul Williams, MD, FACP Infographic and Cover Art: Matthew Watto, MD, FACP Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP; Beth Garbitelli Reviewer: Emi Okamoto, MD Executive Producer: Beth Garbitelli Showrunner: Matthew Watto, MD, FACP Editor: Clair Morgan of nodderly.com Sponsor: Freed You can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month. Sponsor: Rocket Money Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/CURB. Sponsor: Grammarly Get AI writing support that works where you work. Sign up and download for FREE at grammarly.com/PODCAST

Aug 5, 20241h 4m

REBOOT #387: Diabetes Updates with Dr. Marie McDonnell: New Tools for the New Rules

We're taking a short summer break, but we'll be back at the end of August with brand new episodes.Drop the pounds and the sugar with new guidelines Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMECredits Producer: Matthew Watto, MD and Isabel Valdez, PA Writer: Matthew Watto, MD Show Notes, Cover Art and Infographics: Isabel Valdez, PA Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Fatima Syed, MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Marie E. McDonnell, MD Show Segments Puns and Intro. Disclaimer and Guest bio Case from Kashlak Labs to distinguish type 1 from type 2 diabetes Selecting initial therapy: Focus on weight loss and glucose control HbA1c goals Yeast infections and SGLT2-i Using sulfonylureas and extended release metformin Pancreatitis and GLP-1 RA Cancer and GLP-1 RA Semaglutide tips Tirzepatide, how it works and benefits Take home points Outro Sponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use codeCURB50 for $50 off their first month.Sponsor: ACP MKSAPLearn more about ACP MKSAP at acponline.org/acpmksap Sponsor: PathwayDownload the Pathway app by visiting pathway.md

Jul 29, 20241h 5m

Unlocked: Patreon #23 DGBI - IBS and Functional Dyspepsia

This is an unlocked episode from our Curbsiders Patreon. You can sign up at Patreon.com/curbsiders.

Jul 24, 202432 min

REBOOT #321 Hypertension FAQ: Common Outpatient Cases with Dr. Jordy Cohen

We're taking a short summer break, but we'll be back at the end of August with brand new episodes.Master common hypertension scenarios in the clinic! Our guest Dr. Jordy Cohen (@jordy_bc) will lead us through the FAQs of outpatient hypertension management, including making a diagnosis of hypertension, managing blood pressure in patients with chronic kidney disease, working up refractory hypertension, and more.Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Credits● Writer: Matthew Watto, MD, FACP● Producers: Matthew Watto, MD, FACP and Malini Gandhi● Show Notes, Infographic, and Cover Art: Malini Gandhi● Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP● Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD● Executive Producer: Beth Garbitelli● Showrunner: Matthew Watto MD, FACP● Editor: Clair Morgan of nodderly.com● Guest: Jordy Cohen MDShow Segments● Intro, disclaimer, guest bio● Guest one-liner, Picks of the Week*● Case from Kashlak: New diagnosis of hypertension● How to make a diagnosis of hypertension● When to start anti-hypertensive medication● Initial blood pressure regimen● Case from Kashlak: White coat hypertension● Case from Kashlak: Hypertension in chronic kidney disease● ACEis and ARBs in chronic kidney disease● Diuretics in chronic kidney disease● Case from Kashlak: Refractory hypertension● History and initial workup for refractory hypertension● Treatment of primary hyperaldosteronism● OutroSponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.Sponsor: PathwayDownload the Pathway app by visiting pathway.mdSponsor: Mint MobileGo to mintmobile.com/CURB to get a 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month.

Jul 22, 20241h 23m

Addiction Medicine - #25 Methadone in the Clinic with Dr Ruth Potee and Dr David Frank

OTP yea you know meMake methadone a part of your practice. Learn how the methadone system in the US works and how you can play an active role in improving care for people with opioid use disorder treated with methadone. We’re joined by Dr. Ruth Potee @DrRuthPotee (website) and Dr. David Frank @highway_dave Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!By listening to this episode and completing CME, this can be used to count towards the new DEA 8-hr requirement on substance use disorders education.Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | iTunes | [email protected] | Free CME!Show Segments Intro, disclaimer, guest bio 5:00 Guest one-liner 10:25 Case from Kashlak; Definitions 11:19 Methadone pharmacology and evidence 17:08 What an OTP feels like 20:25 OTP intake 24:45 Talking through methadone with a patient 28:15 Personal impact of methadone 30:20 Requirements at an OTP 33:43 What your patient needs to access an OTP 37:25 The line 39:06 Dosing/Take homes 44:48 Loss of take homes 48:39 How to interact with an OTP as a PCP 52:50 Methadone at STRs 57:03 How to clinicians use their voice to improve things 1:00:45 Take home points 1:03:00 Plugs 1:04:24 Outro Credits Producer, Writer, Show Notes, Infographic, Cover Art: Shawn Cohen MD Hosts: Carolyn Chan, MD. MHS and Shawn Cohen MD Reviewer: Payel Jhoom Roy MD, MSc Showrunner: Carolyn Chan, MD, MHS Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Ruth Potee MD, David Frank PhD

Jul 18, 20241h 6m

#449 Travel Medicine, Malaria, Traveler’s Diarrhea, Yellow Fever, and more! with Dr. Boghuma Titanji

Get your patients ready to globetrot with our fantastic review of Travel Medicine with the esteemed Dr. Boghuma Titanji (@Boghuma)! We cover malaria, anti-malarial chemoprophylaxis, basics of treatment and management of traveler’s diarrhea, yellow fever, and vaccination guidance! Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments Intro Case 1 - Defining travel medicine How to approach a travel clinic visit Malaria basics, transmission and burden Chemoprophylaxis for malaria Basic guidance for mosquito avoidance and travel Harm reduction, pregnancy and STI prevention, PrEP and doxyPEP Case 2 - Traveler’s diarrhea Food safety When to treat traveler’s diarrhea Case 3 - Yellow fever vaccine General vaccination guidance Take home points Outro Credits Producer, Writer, Show Notes & Graphics: Beth Garbitelli MD Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP, Beth Garbitelli MD Reviewer:Emi Okamoto MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Dr. Boghuma Titanji MD, MSc., DTM&H, PhD Sponsor: Babbel Get up to 60% off your Babbel subscription at Babbel.com/CURB. For a limited time only. Sponsor: Freed You can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month. Sponsor: Rocket Money Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/CURB.

Jul 15, 20241h 42m

#448 USPSTF Breast Cancer Screening - Updated recommendations and the reasoning behind them

In this episode of The Curbsiders Podcast, the team delves into the recently updated breast cancer screening recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) with Dr. Wanda Nicholson (@wnicholsonobgyn), an expert in preventive medicine, diversity, equity and inclusion, and women's health and the Chair of the Task Force. Join us as we review the newest screening mammography recommendations, evidence for earlier screening for all women, the challenge of dense breast findings, and more. Importantly, we discuss disparities in breast cancer outcomes and the need to better understand and address them. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments Intro and Guest Background Case Updated Breast Cancer Screening Recommendations Rationale for screening age Considerations for findings of dense breasts Balancing benefits and harms Racial disparities Research Gaps Outro Credits Producer, writer, show notes, infographic, and cover art: Fatima Syed MD Hosts: Paul Williams MD, FACP and Fatima Syed MD Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Wanda Nicholson MD, MBA, MPH

Jul 10, 202430 min

#447 Rhinitis and Environmental Allergies with Dr. Olajumoke Fadugba

Elevate your rhinitis management! Learn from expert allergist Dr. Olajumoke Fadugba about rhinitis and environmental allergies. You’ll review how to distinguish between allergic and non-allergic rhinitis, and how to decode the drugstore allergy aisle for your patients!Claim free CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro Rapid Fire Questions Case Part 1 Allergic vs Non-Allergic Rhinitis The Rhinitis History and Physical Allergy skin testing The Pathophysiology of Allergies Oral, intranasal and ocular treatments Case Part 2 Allergy immunotherapy Chronic sinusitis Sinus rinses Climate Change and Allergies Outro Credits Producer: Leah Witt, MD & Matthew Watto MD Writer, Show Notes, Infographic, and Cover Art: Leah Witt, MD Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Sai S Achi, MD MBA Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Olajumoke Fadugba MD Sponsor: Sponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.Sponsor: Litter Robot Whisker is currently offering $50 off Litter-Robot bundles. As a special offer to listeners of the show, go tostopscooping.com/CURB and use promo code CURB to save an additional $50 on any Litter-Robot bundle.Sponsor: Grammarly Get AI writing support that works where you work. Sign up and download for FREE at grammarly.com/PODCAST

Jul 8, 20241h 8m

#446 Psychiatry Primer for the Hospitalist

Anxious about psychiatry on the wards? Don’t be! Join us with guest Dr. Aaron Gluth (Emory University) as we learn about the role the hospitalist plays in managing co-morbid psychiatry conditions on the wards. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments Intro Rapid fire questions/picks of the week Case Pertinent history Physical Exam including Mental Status Exam Role of the multidisciplinary team Work-up for reversible causes Agitation management Framework for capacity and challenging ethical scenarios Mortality gap Transitions of Care Outro Credits Producer, Writer, Show Notes, Hosts: Meredith Trubitt MD MPH, Monee Amin MD Infographic and Cover Art: Caroline Coleman, MD Reviewer: Rahul Ganatra, MD MPH Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Aaron Gluth Sponsor: Dementia Care Aware For Dementia care training and more visit dementiacareaware.org Sponsor: Freed You can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month. Sponsor: Panacea Financial If you’re ready to join the thousands of doctors who have declared independence from traditional banks, visit panaceafinancial.com today.

Jul 1, 20241h 5m

#445 DIGEST-Hotcakes: Preventive PCI, Andexanet Alfa for ICH, Aspirin for Fatty Liver, Naltrexone in Cirrhosis, Pivmecillinam for UTI, Cefepime vs Pip-Tazo, MDRO Decolonization, Microplastics and MACE, Pax-NO-vid

Join us as we review recent practice-changing articles on preventive PCI, andexanet alfa for ICH, aspirin for fatty liver, naltrexone in cirrhosis, pivmecillinam for UTI, cefepime vs pip-tazo, MDRO decolonization, microplastics and MACE, and more! Fill your brain hole with a delicious stack of hotcakes! Featuring Paul Williams (@PaulNWilliamz), Rahul Ganatra (@rbganatra), Nora Taranto (@norataranto) and Matt Watto (@doctorwatto). Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | Swag! |Mailing List | Contact | CME! Credits Written and Hosted by: Rahul Ganatra MD, MPH; Nora Taranto MD; Paul Williams, MD, FACP, Matthew Watto MD, FACP Cover Art: Matthew Watto MD, FACP Reviewer: Rahul Ganatra MD, MPH; Emi Okamoto MD Technical Production: Pod Paste Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Show Segments Intro, disclaimer Preventive PCI Andexanet alfa for ICH Aspirin for MASLD Naltrexone for AUD in cirrhosis Pivmecillinam for UTI MDRO decolonization Cefepime vs pip/tazo Microplastics Pax-NO-vid Outro Sponsor: Freed You can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month. Sponsor: ACP MKSAP Learn more about ACP MKSAP at acponline.org/acpmksap Sponsor: Litter Robot Whisker is currently offering $50 off Litter-Robot bundles. As a special offer to listeners of the show, go tostopscooping.com/CURB and use promo code CURB to save an additional $50 on any Litter-Robot bundle.

Jun 24, 20241h 10m