The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

#508: ASCVD Risk & Lipids Update! PREVENT, ApoB, Lp(a) + Next-Gen Therapies

Master cardiovascular disease prevention! Learn how to apply the new PREVENT risk calculator, use the CPR framework for risk reclassification, and interpret ApoB and Lp(a) in modern lipid management. We’re joined by Dr. Laurence Sperling [https://med.emory.edu/directory/profile/?u=LSPERLI] to break down what’s new in ASCVD risk assessment and prevention. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org] [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org]! Patreon [http://patreon.com/curbsiders] | Episodes [https://thecurbsiders.com/category/curbsiders-podcast] | Subscribe [https://audioboom.com/channels/5034728.rss] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKlzOLxyztvA1BkJfnf67] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@thecurbsiders7326] | Newsletter [https://thecurbsiders.com/digest] | Contact [askcurbsiders@gmail.com] | Swag! [https://www.teepublic.com/user/kashlakmemorial] | CME [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org] Show Segments * Intro * Case 1 from Kashlak  * Risk assessment framework * ApoB and Non-HDL cholesterol * Lipoprotein(a) and its importance * The PREVENT risk score and its implications * Statins and other lipid lowering therapies * The role of diet and lifestyle in lipid management * Case 2 from Kashlak * Familial Hypercholesterolemia diagnosis and management * Key takeaways * Outro Credits * Producer, Writer, Shownotes, Infographic, and Cover art: Ben Furman, MPH  * 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: Laurence Sperling, MD  Disclosures Dr. Sperling reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. Sponsor: Bucksbaum-Siegler Institute [https://bucksbauminstitute.uchicago.edu/] If you want to learn more about what the Bucksbaum-Siegler Institute is doing and to nominate someone for the Clinical Excellence Award—you can check them out today. Visit bucksbauminstitute.uchicago.edu [http://bucksbauminstitute.uchicago.edu] [http://bucksbauminstitute.uchicago.edu/]. Sponsor: Grammarly [http://grammarly.com/podcast]  Sign up for FREE and experience how Grammarly can elevate your professional writing from start to finish. Visit Grammarly.com/podcast [http://Grammarly.com/podcast].  Sponsor: Continuing Education Company [http://cmemeeting.org/curbsiders] Use promo code Curb30 to get 30% off all online courses and webcast. Visit CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders [http://CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders] to learn more. Sponsor: Freed [https://www.getfreed.ai/] Use code: CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe!

#507 Swinging the Pendulum on Menopause Care With Dr Rachel Rubin

Transform your approach to menopause care with the latest evidence and expert insights you can use tomorrow. Learn how to move beyond outdated WHI-era fears and confidently prescribe individualized, effective hormonal therapies. We’re joined by urologist and sexual medicine specialist Dr Rachel Rubin [https://www.rachelrubinmd.com/] (@DrRachelRubin [https://www.instagram.com/drrachelrubin/?hl=en]), who brings clarity, practicality, and a fresh perspective to this rapidly evolving field. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org] [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org]! Patreon [http://patreon.com/curbsiders] | Episodes [https://thecurbsiders.com/category/curbsiders-podcast] | Subscribe [https://audioboom.com/channels/5034728.rss] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKlzOLxyztvA1BkJfnf67] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@thecurbsiders7326] | Newsletter [https://thecurbsiders.com/digest] | Contact [askcurbsiders@gmail.com] | Swag! [https://www.teepublic.com/user/kashlakmemorial] | CME [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org] Show Segments * Intro * Case * Shifting care for menopause * WHI/black box warning labels * What makes you nervous? * Local vaginal treatments * Progesterone therapy * Estrogen therapy * Testosterone therapy * Perimenopause * Outro Credits * Producer, Writer, Show Notes, Infographic, Cover Art: Molly Heublein MD * Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP; Molly Heublein MD * Reviewer: Leah Witt MD * Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP * Technical Production: PodPaste * Guest: Rachel Rubin MD Disclosures Dr. Rachel Rubin reports financial support from Sprout Pharmaceuticals . The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.  Sponsor: Aura Frames  [https://auraframes.com/] For a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting AuraFrames.com [http://auraframes.com] to get $35 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code CURB at checkout.  Sponsor: Bucksbaum-Siegler Institute [http://bucksbauminstitute.uchicago.edu/] If you want to learn more about what the Bucksbaum-Siegler Institute is doing and to nominate someone for the Clinical Excellence Award visit bucksbauminstitute.uchicago.edu [http://bucksbauminstitute.uchicago.edu] [http://bucksbauminstitute.uchicago.edu/]. Sponsor: Mint Mobile [http://mintmobile.com/CURB.]   [https://auraframes.com/] Shop Mint Unlimited Plans at MINTMOBILE.com/CURB [http://MINTMOBILE.com/CURB]. [http://mintmobile.com/CURB]  Sponsor: Panacea Financial [http://bit.ly/PFCURB] Visit bit.ly/PFCURB [http://bit.ly/PFCURB] to connect with a physician-focused banker and get your finances  moving in the right direction

#506 DIGEST-Hotcakes: PSA Screening, Acetaminophen and Autism, COVID19 Vaccines and Cancer, Aspirin and Anticoagulation in Coronary Artery Disease

Join us as we review recent articles and news featured in The DIGEST #70 [https://thecurbsiders.com/digest/digest-70-a-hearty-halloween-edition], including PSA screening, acetaminophen and autism, COVID19 vaccines and cancer, and aspirin and anticoagulation in coronary artery disease. Fill your brain hole with a delicious stack of hotcakes! Featuring Drs. Paul Williams (@PaulNWilliamz [https://twitter.com/PaulNWilliamz]), Nora Taranto (@norataranto [https://twitter.com/norataranto]), Rahul Ganatra (@rbganatra [https://x.com/rbganatra]), Laura Glick (@lauraglick [https://x.com/laurarglick]) and Matt Watto (@doctorwatto) [https://twitter.com/doctorwatto]. Claim free CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org] [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org]! Episodes [https://thecurbsiders.com/episode-list] | Subscribe [https://audioboom.com/channels/5034728.rss] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKlzOLxyztvA1BkJfnf67] | Swag! [https://www.teepublic.com/user/kashlakmemorial] |Mailing List [https://thecurbsiders.com/knowledgefood] | Contact [askcurbsiders@gmail.com] | CME! [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org] Credits * Written and Hosted by: Nora Taranto MD; Rahul Ganatra MD MPH, Laura Glick MD, Paul Williams, MD, FACP, Adam Cifu MD, Matthew Watto MD, FACP * Cover Art: Rahul Ganatra, MD MPH * Reviewers: Rahul Ganatra MD MPH; Paul Williams, MD, FACP, Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Sai S Achi MD, MBA, FACP * Technical Production: Pod Paste * Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Show Segments * Intro, disclaimer * Prostate Cancer Screening * Acetaminophen and Autism * COVID19 vaccines and cancer risk * Aspirin and anticoagulation in coronary artery disease * Outro Sponsor: Aura Frames [http://auraframes.com] For a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting AuraFrames.com [http://auraframes.com] to get $35 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code CURB at checkout. Sponsor: DoxGPT by Doximity [http://doxgpt.com] Visit doxgpt.com [http://doxgpt.com]  and see how it can simplify your clinical workflow, from patient care to paperwork.  Sponsor: Continuing Education Company [http://cmemeeting.org/curbsiders] Use promo code Curb30 to get 30% off all online courses and webcasts—just for Curbsiders Listeners. Visit CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders [http://cmemeeting.org/curbsiders] to learn more. Sponsor: Freed [http://freed.ai] Use code: CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe!

REBOOT: #466 Cirrhosis Update with Scott Matherly

We have a classic episode for you. Update your approach to cirrhosis evaluation and management with Dr. Scott Matherly Associate Professor of Hepatology and Gastroenterology at Virginia Commonwealth University  [https://liverinstitute.medschool.vcu.edu/about/detail.html?ID=2531] Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org] [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org]! Patreon [http://patreon.com/curbsiders] | Episodes [https://thecurbsiders.com/category/curbsiders-podcast] | Subscribe [https://audioboom.com/channels/5034728.rss] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKlzOLxyztvA1BkJfnf67] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@thecurbsiders7326] | Newsletter [https://thecurbsiders.com/digest] | Contact [askcurbsiders@gmail.com] | Swag! [https://www.teepublic.com/user/kashlakmemorial] | CME [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org] Show 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: Aura [https://auraframes.com/] For a limited time, visit AuraFrames.com [https://auraframes.com/] and get $45 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames - named #1 by Wirecutter -  by using promo code  CURB at checkout.  Sponsor: DoxGPT [https://www.doximity.com/gpt] Check out DoxGPT by Doximity and see how it can simplify your clinical workflow, from patient care to paperwork. Visit doxgpt.com [https://www.doximity.com/gpt] Sponsor: Master Class [https://www.masterclass.com/?utm_medium=POD&utm_term=Aq-Prospecting&utm_content=CURB&utm_campaign=pp_%7c_brd_%7c_uns&utm_source=POD&promo_id=curb] Head over to MASTERCLASS.com/CURB [https://www.masterclass.com/?utm_medium=POD&utm_term=Aq-Prospecting&utm_content=CURB&utm_campaign=pp_%7c_brd_%7c_uns&utm_source=POD&promo_id=curb] for the current offer. Sponsor: Continuing Education Company [https://www.cmemeeting.org/curbsiders]  Visit CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders [http://CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders]  [https://www.cmemeeting.org/curbsiders]to learn more and use promo code Curb30

#505 Demystifying Dizziness with Dr. David Hale

Dizziness can be a daunting presenting symptom. Demystify dizziness with us by breaking it down by timing and triggers, various pertinent physical maneuvers, and even an approach to chronic dizziness. We are joined by our esteemed guest Dr. David Hale (Johns Hopkins [https://profiles.hopkinsmedicine.org/provider/david-hale/2706357])! Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org] [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org]! Patreon [http://patreon.com/curbsiders] | Episodes [https://thecurbsiders.com/category/curbsiders-podcast] | Subscribe [https://audioboom.com/channels/5034728.rss] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKlzOLxyztvA1BkJfnf67] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@thecurbsiders7326] | Newsletter [https://thecurbsiders.com/digest] | Contact [askcurbsiders@gmail.com] | Swag! [https://www.teepublic.com/user/kashlakmemorial] | CME [http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org] Show Segments * Intro * Case 1 * Defining dizziness and vertigo * Timing and triggers * Episodic dizziness/vertigo * Dix-hallpike and Epley maneuver * Case 2 * Acute vestibular syndrome and the HINTS+ exam * Case 3 * Chronic dizziness * Persistent postural-perceptual dizziness * Takeaways and outro Credits * Writer, Producer, Shows Notes, Infographic/Cover Art: Edison Jyang, 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: David Hale, MD Disclosures Dr. Hale reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.  Sponsor: DoxGPT by Doximity [http://doxgpt.com] Visit doxgpt.com [http://doxgpt.com] or use the link in the show notes to start using it today. Sponsor: Freed [https://www.getfreed.ai/] Usecode: CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe Sponsor: Quince [http://quince.com/curb] Go to Quince.com/curb [http://quince.com/curb] for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too Sponsor: Mint Mobile [http://mintmobile.com/CURB] Get premium wireless for $15/mo. Shop Mint Unlimited Plans at MINTMOBILE.com/CURB [http://mintmobile.com/CURB].