Pri-Med Podcasts

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Overview: Osteoarthritis is a common problem, but pharmacologic treatments do not alter the course of the disease and are often associated with side effects, or even contraindicated in many older patients. Curcumin is an herbal treatment that has been shown to be effective for treating symptoms of osteoarthritis

Episode resource links:

• Wang Z. et al. Effectiveness of Curcuma longa Extract for the Treatment of Symptoms and Effusion-Synovitis of Knee Osteoarthritis : A Randomized Trial. Ann Intern Med. 2020 Dec 1;173(11):861-869.
• Daily JW, Yang M, Park S. Efficacy of Turmeric Extracts and Curcumin for Alleviating the Symptoms of Joint Arthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials. J Med Food. 2016 Aug;19(8):717-29

Guest: Alan Ehrlich MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Times are stressful. Recent evidence has shown that stress, anxiety, and depression experienced by pregnant women may have a negative impact on the wellness of the newborn. Stress management is constrained during pregnancy due to concerns that pharmaceutical approaches may be harmful to the baby. Non-pharmaceutical approaches are accessible and safe. Join us as we review recent evidence on the effectiveness of mind-body interventions (MBI) in reducing stress and decreasing depression and anxiety in pregnant women, and discuss how MBI can be incorporated into patient care.

Episode resource links:

• Re-Engineering Your Clinical Practice for Patient and Clinician Well-Being
• Guo P, Zhang X, Liu N, Wang J, Chen D, Sun W, Li P, Zhang W. Mind-body interventions on stress management in pregnant women: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. J Adv Nurs. 2020 Oct 13. doi: 10.1111/jan.14588. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33048358.
• Leaviss J, Davis S, Ren S, Hamilton J, Scope A, Booth A, Sutton A, Parry G, Buszewicz M, Moss-Morris R, White P. Behavioural modification interventions for medically unexplained symptoms in primary care: systematic reviews and economic evaluation. Health Technol Assess. 2020 Sep;24(46):1-490. doi: 10.3310/hta24460. PMID: 32975190; PMCID: PMC7548871

Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Rates of electronic cigarettes or vaping in teens has increased exponentially over the last 3 years. Prior to the introduction of the sleek 4th generation vaping device, tobacco use in the teen population was decreasing, and rates were low. Recent evidence indicates that teens with low intention to smoke, once they start vaping, are at increased risk of smoking cigarettes in future. Join us as we discuss the implications of this new evidence on our clinical practice and discuss strategies to reduce risk to adolescents.

Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Join us as we discuss the American College of Physicians (ACP) and American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) newly released clinical guideline on the non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic management of acute pain from non-low back musculoskeletal injuries in adults.

Guest: Jill Terrien PhD, ANP-BC

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: So much has changed concerning COVID-19 management, but few interventions are clearly beneficial in the outpatient management of patients.  This podcast will try to answer some of the common questions community based providers have about handling their patients’ illness.

Episode reference links: 

Vitamin D for COVID-19 (VIVID) study

STOP COVID Trial

Rise Above COVID

Guest: Paul E. Sax, MD

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: During this episode, we will review some of the recent data on Vitamin D supplementation and its association with cardiovascular outcomes, falls, vertigo, and general health.

Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: There are various treatment options for patients with acute sciatica. Choosing the best option should be tailored to the specific needs of the patient, and when possible, include early recommendation for physical therapy (PT). In this episode we review research on use of PT for treatment of sciatica and discuss how you can incorporate PT recommendations into patient care.

Guest: Alan Ehrlich MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: This session will review the evidence used by the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (NAEPP) in making their newer recommendations and the new asthma management protocols.

Guest: Robert A. Baldor, MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Join neurologist and pain specialist, Dr. Charles Argoff, as he discusses a recent expert consensus on best practices in performing a pain assessment—including appropriate components of the physical exam—via telemedicine.

This activity is supported by an independent educational grant from the Opioid Analgesic REMS Program Companies. Please see https://ce.opioidanalgesicrems.com/RpcCEUI/rems/pdf/resources/List_of_RPC_Companies.pdf for a listing of REMS Program Companies. This activity is intended to be fully compliant with the Opioid Analgesic REMS education requirements issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 2/20/2021 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest: Charles E. Argoff, MD

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Overview: In this episode, Michelle M. Cloutier, M.D., chair of the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program Coordinating Committee (NAEPPCC) Expert Panel Working Group and professor emerita of UCONN School of Medicine, will provide highlights from the updated recommendations to the national asthma guidelines that are most relevant to primary care providers and share how clinicians can turn the new information into practice.

Understanding the 2020 Focused Updates to the Asthma Management Guidelines is a two-part podcast series informing clinicians about the updated asthma guidance, highlighting important changes to the recommendations, and discussing how these changes can improve diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with asthma.

Guest: Michelle M. Cloutier, M.D. & Pamela Kushner, MD, FAAFP

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Overview: In this episode, James P. Kiley, Ph.D., NHLBI Division of Lung Diseases Director, will discuss the background behind the updated asthma guidelines, outlining the key topic areas covered, the rigorous process used to update the recommendations, and the new features designed to help clinicians implement them in practice.

Understanding the 2020 Focused Updates to the Asthma Management Guidelines is a two-part podcast series informing clinicians about the updated asthma guidance, highlighting important changes to the recommendations, and discussing how these changes can improve diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with asthma.

Guest: James P. Kiley, Ph.D. & Pamela Kushner, MD, FAAFP

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Overview: In this episode, we will review a recent publication examining how the polypill might lower atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk in the general population.

Guest: Alan Ehrlich MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Join us as we review the United States Preventive Services Task Force’s (USPSTF) recently published draft recommendation statement on colorectal cancer (CRC) screening and the implications it has for primary care practice and your patients.

Guest: Jill Terrien PhD, ANP-BC

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Do you have questions about how to approach tapering opioid medications? Join neurologist and pain specialist, Dr. Charles Argoff, as he reviews a recent expert consensus statement published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings that provides guidance to clinicians about safe opioid tapering.

This activity is supported by an independent educational grant from the Opioid Analgesic REMS Program Companies. Please see https://ce.opioidanalgesicrems.com/RpcCEUI/rems/pdf/resources/List_of_RPC_Companies.pdf for a listing of REMS Program Companies. This activity is intended to be fully compliant with the Opioid Analgesic REMS education requirements issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 1/20/2021 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest: Charles E. Argoff, MD

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Overview: Data are limited regarding statin therapy for primary prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in adults 75 years and older. During this episode we will review recent studies on the use of statins in elderly patients and discuss how to consider this data in your clinical practice.

Guest: Robert Baldor, MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: This session will overview the new 2021 changes for outpatient E&M billing documentation requirements.

Guest: Robert Baldor, MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: The evidence of the impact of obesity and sedentary lifestyles on health and disease states is well established. Finding and applying strategies to assist people with the necessary behavior changes is a monumental task, but for Americans who are at lower income levels and in traditionally underserved populations, the evidence on what is effective is tragically lacking. The social determinants of health (SDOH) impact all aspects of care delivery, from access to care, to knowing what really works. Join us as we discuss a recent randomized controlled trial that evaluated a strategy that demonstrated weight loss in underserved populations, and may have promise to aid in this important aspect of care.

Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: This podcast will give an overview of the two mRNA vaccines granted emergency use authorization in the US including their efficacy and side effect profile.

Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: In patients with new-onset atrial fibrillation, the decision to aim for rate control versus rhythm control is controversial. Older data suggested rhythm control did not result in better outcomes, but advances in medications and techniques have led to a new trial to evaluate this question.

Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: The American Diabetes Association (ADA) has recently updated their guidelines for pharmacologic management of T2DM which addresses patients with various co-morbid conditions. This episode will overview these guidelines to help primary care clinicians hone treatment of their patients with T2DM.

Guest: Robert Baldor, MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Join us as we discuss the risks of elevated cholesterol when consuming coconut oil.

Guest: Jill Terrien PhD, ANP-BC

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Are opioids effective in chronic pain management? Join neurologist and pain specialist, Dr. Charles Argoff, as he summarizes two recent trials published in JAMA examining the efficacy of opioids in pain management and discusses their clinical implications.

This activity is supported by an independent educational grant from the Opioid Analgesic REMS Program Companies. Please see https://ce.opioidanalgesicrems.com/RpcCEUI/rems/pdf/resources/List_of_RPC_Companies.pdf for a listing of REMS Program Companies. This activity is intended to be fully compliant with the Opioid Analgesic REMS education requirements issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 11/23/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest: Charles E. Argoff, MD

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Overview: Join Dr. Sanjiv Chopra in this installment of Coffee with Chopra, as he interviews oncologist, Dr. Lowell Schnipper, about topics relevant to cancer detection, prevention, and treatment. Faculty will explain the interesting history which led to the development of various cancer treatments. This discussion will touch on immune-oncology, vaccines as cancer prevention, contributing factors to cancer risk and prevention, and lastly the emerging use of genomics in cancer detection. Join us for this conversation to learn about the “hot topics” in oncology.

Guest: Sanjiv Chopra, MD & Lowell E. Schnipper, MD

Guest: Ty J. Gluckman, MD, FACC, FAHA

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Overview: There are many aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic that clinicians need to stay current with. In this episode we will briefly review ten hot topics related to COVID-19, including but not limited to: testing, vaccines, and reinfection.

Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Various organizations develop guidelines to assist with patient care. This episode will review the most significant changes to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and U.S. Department of Defense (VA/DoD) Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Dyslipidemia for Cardiovascular Disease Risk Reduction.

Guest: Robert Baldor, MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Overview:

The vast majority of opioid overdoses are inadvertent. While not a substitute for emergency medical care, naloxone can reduce the risk of opioid overdose mortality. It is important for medical professionals, patients, and families to become familiar with naloxone use.

This activity is supported by an independent educational grant from the Opioid Analgesic REMS Program Companies. Please see https://ce.opioidanalgesicrems.com/RpcCEUI/rems/pdf/resources/List_of_RPC_Companies.pdf for a listing of REMS Program Companies. This activity is intended to be fully compliant with the Opioid Analgesic REMS education requirements issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Guest:  Oscar A. De Leon-Casasola, MD

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Overview: Join us for the 200th episode of Frankly Speaking about Family Medicine! In this episode, each podcaster will review  their favorite topics since the inception of this podcast and will describe patient encounters where this practice changing knowledge was helpful.  

Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP; Robert A. Baldor, MD, FAAFP; Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C; Jill Terrien, PhD, ANP-BC

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Microhematuria is a common finding. It is usually benign, but it needs proper evaluation since it may also be a sign of malignancy. A risk-based approach can avoid unnecessary testing, while still identifying those patients with malignancy. Recent American Urological Association (AUA) guidelines use a validated risk-based approach.

Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Overview:

Join Dr. Sanjiv Chopra in this installment of Coffee with Chopra, as he interviews urologist and author, Dr. Abraham Morgentaler, about topics relevant to Men’s Health including prostate cancer, male sexuality, testosterone replacement therapy, and the concept of “male menopause”.

Guest:

Sanjiv Chopra, MD, MACP

Abraham Morgentaler, MD, FACS

Overview:

With the growing role of GLP-1 RAs in the management of diabetes, primary care providers are likely to find themselves discussing this class of medications with their patients. In this podcast, Dr. Michelle Magee will focus on barriers that patients may face to starting a GLP-1 RA and common questions that emerge in patient teaching. Faculty will review ways to troubleshoot these challenges and empower the clinician to engage in effective dialogue around this drug class.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 11/18/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest:

Michelle F. Magee, MD, MBBCh, BAO, LRCPSI

Overview:

Join infectious disease specialist, Dr. Daniel Solomon, in the last episode of a 3-part podcast series, as he discusses important concepts related to influenza that are especially relevant in 2020 during the COVID pandemic. During this episode, he will answer frequently asked questions that are compiled from previous Pri-Med activities on the topic of influenza.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 10/13/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest:

Daniel A. Solomon, MD

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Overview: Upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) are one of the most common conditions seen in primary care. Effective treatments for this acute, bothersome illness are limited; inappropriate antibiotic prescribing and use of therapeutics with little evidence of effectiveness are common. Join our discussion as we discuss a recent meta-analysis from the BMJ which suggests that honey, in any form, is superior to usual, common treatment for URTIs.

Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Overview:

In this podcast, Dr. Richard Pratley will answer Pri-Med learner questions submitted during recent CME sessions focusing on glucagon like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs). Join us for expert answers to questions about who can benefit from GLP-1 RAs, the safety of these medications in different populations, and much more.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 11/10/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest: Richard E. Pratley, MD

Overview:

Do you want more information on continuous glucose monitoring (also known as “CGM”) or wonder if continuous glucose monitoring can help you better manage your diabetes? Listen to this podcast hosted by two diabetes education specialists, Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Patricia Montesinos, NP, as they discuss common questions from people with diabetes about continuous glucose monitoring. The pair will start by reviewing what CGM is, how it works, and describe the different types of CGM devices and how they are used. Then they will move on to discuss topics including the pros and cons of CGM, who qualifies for CGM, common questions about using CGM devices, and how to decide about which device might be right for you.

Please note that information in this podcast is not meant to replace the guidance of your doctor or diabetes healthcare team. Please consult a medical professional regarding whether CGM is a good choice for you. Any device information, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 10/22/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest:

Diana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM, BCACP, CDCES, FADCES

Patricia Hathway Montesinos, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES

Overview: Join pulmonologist Emily Wan, MD as she answers the most pressing questions regarding the management of COPD. In this podcast, Dr. Wan will discuss topics such as when to step-up and step-down therapy, the role of eosinophil count in acute exacerbations, strategies for educating patients on correct inhaler technique (hint – don’t forget about the pharmacist!), how COVID-19 has impacted the management of COPD, and more.

Guest: Emily S. Wan, MD, MPH

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Overview: This episode will review how to best care for patients who present with respiratory symptoms during the fall and winter.

Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Overview:

Do you use continuous glucose monitoring (also known as “CGM”) or care for someone who does? Listen to this podcast hosted by two diabetes education specialists, Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Patricia Montesinos, NP, as they review important information regarding the currently available CGM devices and discuss common issues and questions that arise for people with diabetes using CGM. The pair will begin by reviewing important information about CGM devices for people starting out and will address common questions about using CGM. This will be followed by discussion of more advanced topics, including when to call your healthcare team about your device or the glucose data on your device, and how to approach making insulin and dietary adjustments based on glucose data from a CGM device.

Please note that information in this podcast is not meant to replace the guidance of your doctor or diabetes healthcare team. Please consult a medical professional regarding whether CGM is a good choice for you. Any device information, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 10/22/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest:

Diana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM, BCACP, CDCES, FADCES

Patricia Hathway Montesinos, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES

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Overview: In this podcast, cardiologist Ty Gluckman will take a deep dive into the cardiology benefits of glucagon like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RA). He will review the clinical trial data which has resulted in GLP-1 RA incorporation into guidelines, which address patients who have both diabetes and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. He will present the recent American College of Cardiology guidelines and discuss the perspective of a cardiologist on these agents with emerging significance in cardiovascular risk reduction.

Guest: Ty J. Gluckman, MD, FACC, FAHA

Overview:

Join pulmonologist Dr. Matthew Drake as he discusses the current 2020 GOLD guidelines for treatment of COPD. Using patient case examples, he will outline how to assess patients with COPD to determine the most appropriate evidence-based treatment. Discussion will include which patients will benefit most from inhaled corticosteroids and when to consider triple inhaled therapy with combination of long-acting beta-2-agonist, long acting muscarinic antagonist and inhales corticosteroids.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 10/9/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest: Matthew G. Drake, MD

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Overview: The New England Journal of Medicine recently published an evidence-based review of the benefits and harms related to caffeine and coffee consumption.

Guest: Robert Baldor, MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Overview: This podcast will provide an update on the medical literature and practice guidelines pertaining to exercise. Participants will deepen their understanding of the physical and mental health benefits of exercise and will examine the evidence for a variety of common approaches to exercise (cardiovascular, strength training, high intensity interval training). Barriers to participation in exercise regimens – both for patients and providers – will be explored.

Guest: Anoop Agrawal, MD

Overview: Through fifteen quick-hitting cases, this session will review select dermatologic rashes and neoplasms, both benign and malignant, that are commonly encountered by primary care physicians. Clinical descriptions of acne, alopecia areata, atopic dermatitis/eczema, lichen planus, pityriasis rosea, psoriasis, rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis, stasis dermatitis, tinea cruris/corporis/unguium, acrochordon, cherry angioma, seborrheic keratosis, actinic keratosis, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma are provided, followed by suggestions for treatment and management within the scope of primary care. Recommendations as to when to refer patients to Dermatology are noted. Reference atlas, textbook, website, and mobile application recommendations are also provided.

Guest: Vicky Ren, MD

Overview: Lifestyle management has proven effective for addressing modifiable health risks, but can be challenging for patients to implement and maintain. This session will focus on wellness coaching as an important component of healthy living, both for patients and providers. Participants will learn about the benefits of engaging patients in health and wellness coaching, and will discuss strategies for incorporating this practice into their own patient care setting(s).

Guest: Stacey Rose, MD, FACP

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Overview: For patients who have hip replacement or knee arthroplasty there is an increased risk of venous thromboembolism This episode will review the effectiveness of aspirin for preventing VTE in this population

Guest: Robert Baldor, MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: The available evidence on alcohol consumption and its relationship to health is abundant, varied, and often conflicting. The evidence that excessive consumption is associated with poor outcomes is consistent; however, evidence on low-to-moderate alcohol consumption has ranged from poor outcomes to no impact to improved outcomes. Join us while we discuss new evidence that reveals an association between low-to-moderate alcohol use in white middle-to-older aged adults and improved cognition.

Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Overview:

In the second episode of this 3-part mini-series on influenza, join infectious disease specialist, Daniel Solomon MD, as he discusses strategies for prophylaxis and treatment of influenza with antivirals .

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 9/15/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published .

Guest: Daniel A. Solomon, MD

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Overview: Join us as we discuss the American Cancer Society 2020 guideline update on cervical cancer screening for women of average risk

Guest: Jill Terrien PhD, ANP-BC

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Overview: A patient presents with joint pains. How should we approach the history, physical examination, laboratory tests, and imaging studies to arrive at a correct diagnosis? The discussion points out how to differentiate between rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, lupus and fibromyalgia to correctly diagnose these conditions.

Guest: Peng Thim Fan, MD, FACP.

Overview: An elevated fasting blood glucose (FBG) is the hall mark of prediabetes. Fasting blood glucose increases approximately 1 mg/dl per year as a prediabetic. While it can take years for a person to develop type 2 diabetes from prediabetes, weight gain, sedentary lifestyle, illness, or stress, can accelerate this process. This presentation will discuss the prevalence and progression of prediabetes, as well as the most effective strategies to prevent the development of type 2 diabetes. 

Guest: John A. Tayek, M.S., M.D., FACN, FACP 

Overview: Certain surgical procedures frequently lead to persistent postoperative pain. It is important to understand the risk factors and the pathophysiology that contribute to these chronic pain conditions and to understand approaches to prevent and manage these conditions.

Guest: Oscar A. De Leon-Casasola, MD

Overview: Join Dr. Sanjiv Chopra, MD, in this installment of Coffee with Chopra, as he interviews his guest, Dr. Peng Fan, MD, about advances in rheumatology. In this session, the duo will discuss topics including: ANA testing, the revolution of biologics in rheumatology, stem cell treatment, the microbiome, and joint replacements. 

Guest: Peng Thim Fan, MD, FACP

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Overview: Currently a low-dose CT scan is the only screening test for lung cancer that is recommended by the American Cancer Society. In July 202, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) issued a draft recommendation statement on screening for lung cancer. The USPSTF suggests annual screening with low-dose CT for individuals aged 50-80 who have a 20 pack-year smoking history and who currently smoke or have quit smoking within the past 15 years. These recommendations expand screening eligibility, but they also suggest that screening be discontinued if a person has not smoked for 15 years, develops a health problem that substantially limits life expectancy, or is unable or unwilling to have curative lung surgery.

Guest: Robert Baldor, MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Overview: This podcast will review the harms of tobacco products and discuss the growing popularity and dangers of non-cigarette tobacco products. Faculty will discuss the vaping associated lung injury and outline approaches that PCPs can use to help their patients with tobacco cessation.

Guest: Michael Ong, M.D., Ph.D.

Overview: Listen for a summary of current guidelines for breast cancer screening that will help you provide the most appropriate screening for your patients based on their individual risk. 

Guest: Camelia Davtyan, MD, FACP

Overview: Join sleep specialist Dr. Alon Avidan for this podcast as he reviews the pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of insomnia. He will use a specific patient case to discuss how insomnia often presents in the primary care setting and evolves over time. He will highlight the best diagnostic tools and explain how in addition to pharmacologic treatments, cognitive and behavioral therapy can be used for treatment of insomnia.

Guest: Alon Y. Avidan, MD, MPH, FAAN, FAASM

Overview: This podcast provides a succinct but comprehensive review of pediatric and adult in-office fracture management for primary care providers.

Guest: Joshua T. Goldman, MD, MBA 

Overview: Listen to this podcast for a concise summary of the latest clinical practice guidelines for identifying glycemic targets and managing T2DM in various patient populations including, older adults, individuals with increased cardiac or renal risk, and those at risk for hypoglycemic events.

Guest: Matthew Freeby, MD

Overview: Participate in this activity to get the most up-to-date information about menopause, systemic hormone therapy, and alternative treatment options to individualize and optimize care of your patients.

Guest: Janet P. Pregler, MD

Overview: This podcast will review updates to the clinical guidelines for the management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, tailored specifically to primary care. The discussion will include the diagnosis and basic management of COPD, when to consider escalating and deescalating treatment regimens, and when to consider expert referral. 

Guest: Russell Buhr, MD, PhD

Overview: This podcast provides a succinct overview of what you need to know to manage osteoporosis confidently, including selecting candidates for treatment, monitoring patients, and the benefits and potential adverse effects of osteoporosis pharmacotherapy.

Guest: Carolyn J. Crandall, MD, MS, FACP

Overview: Fall on an outstretched hand (FOOSH) is among the most common injuries seen by primary care providers. Yet, an insufficient evaluation or incomplete differential can lead to a missed diagnosis and significant morbidity for patients. This podcast provides a quick-hitting discussion of the evaluation and management of a FOOSH injury in a 20-year-old skateboarder.

Guest: James C. Puffer, M.D. 

Overview: This podcast can help you to differentiate between
normal age-related memory decline, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia so that you can diagnose your patients with memory loss correctly and provide them with the best management for their condition.

Guest: Gary Small, MD

Overview: Bacterial vaginosis—especially recurrent BV—can be an ordeal for patients and their healthcare providers. Listen as Dr. Martin Quan provides concise and up-to-date information on the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of BV.

Guest: Martin A. Quan, MD

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Overview: Screening for asymptomatic conditions is an essential and important aspect of primary care. But what is the potential downstream impact to the patents and the healthcare system when low-risk individuals are screened? What are the benefits and the potential harms? Join us as we discuss a recent retrospective study on the downstream effects of low-value testing on low-risk people at their annual health exam and how this may impact your practice.

Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Overview: Coadministration of drugs should be done with caution, because drug-drug interactions can cause serious adverse effects. Being cognizant of relevant pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacogenetics aspects of a variety of drugs, including analgesics, can reduce such effects.

Guest: Oscar A. De Leon-Casasola, MD

Overview: Join pulmonologist Dr. Chris Fanta as he discusses acute exacerbations and COPD. The podcast begins with a typical case presentation seen in primary care which highlights the experience of acute exacerbations of COPD. Next, Dr. Fanta discusses the impact of COPD on the lives of patients and, lastly, discusses how COPD is treatable and, to some extent, preventable in an outpatient setting.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording 9/1/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published. 

Guest: Christopher H. Fanta, MD

Overview: Join cardiologist Ty Gluckman, MD in part one of this two part podcast series as he reviews the latest guideline-based management of heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF), bringing to light major advances in the past years and evidence supporting these advances.  

Guest: Ty Gluckman, MD

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Overview: A review of the latest evidence on antibody testing to identify current and past COVID-19 infection

Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview:

In the first episode of this 3-part mini-series on influenza, infectious disease specialist, Daniel Solomon M.D., reviews the epidemiology of flu and discusses the importance of prevention and diagnosis during the current COVID-19 pandemic.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 8/26/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

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Overview: This session will discuss an observational study performed in Denmark on how receiving the influenza vaccine affected diabetics long-term outcomes.

Guest: Jill Terrien, PhD, ANP-BC  

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: A review of the latest evidence regarding hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) as treatment for SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD

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Overview: This podcast will review what is known and theorized about vitamin D status, susceptibility to viral infections, and mortality from viral infections.

Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: This episode will review current literature on COVID-19 data.

Guest: Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used for pain management in a variety of settings and for a variety of conditions. This podcast summarizes the evidence for efficacy as well as for toxicities associated with this drug class and outlines current guideline recommendations.

This activity is supported by an independent educational grant from the Opioid Analgesic REMS Program Companies. Please see https://ce.opioidanalgesicrems.com/RpcCEUI/rems/pdf/resources/List_of_RPC_Companies.pdf for a listing of REMS Program Companies. This activity is intended to be fully compliant with the Opioid Analgesic REMS education requirements issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Guest: Oscar A. De Leon-Casasola, MD

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Overview: This episode will review a study of using LABA with inhaled steroid rather than a short acting rescue inhaler.

Guest: Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: For patients who have hip replacement or knee arthroplasty there is an increased risk of venous thromboembolism This episode will review the effectiveness of aspirin for preventing VTE in this population

Guest: Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: While it is well established that selected lifestyle factors are individually associated with lower risk of chronic diseases, it has been unclear which combinations of these factors are associated with disease-free life-years. This session presents the result of a recent meta-analysis that provides insights into this important subject.

Guest: Robert Baldor, MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Join Dr. Sanjiv Chopra, hepatologist, author, speaker, and thought leader as he interviews his guest, Dr. Martin Abrahamson, endocrinologist and associate professor at Harvard Medical School as they discuss major advances in diabetes as well as the promise of stem cell treatment, diet and weight loss in patients with diabetes, and advances in continuous glucose monitoring. The pair will end their conversation discussing what they have learned from patients over the years.

Guest: Sanjiv Chopra, MD & Martin J. Abrahamson, MD, FACP 

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Overview: Most patients between ages 18 and 64 presenting to primary care practices have a comorbidity that increases their risk for invasive pneumococcal disease and thus warrants immunization. These comorbidities include diabetes, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease (such as asthma or COPD), liver disease, smoking, and others. This podcast will discuss the recommendations for pneumococcal vaccines in this population.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 6/18/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest: Robert H. Hopkins Jr, MD, MACP, FAAP

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Overview: About 20% of men older than 60 experience low testosterone; however, the prevalence of low testosterone with sexual dysfunction symptoms is significantly lower. Although there is an association between advancing age, testosterone levels, and other quality of life factors, the exact causal relationship remains challenging. This latest guideline from the American College of Physicians (ACP) examines the evidence regarding testosterone replacement recommendations.

Guest: Robert Baldor, MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Opioids are an important therapy for the management of pain in older patients with cancer-related chronic pain, as well as in some with chronic noncancer pain. This program reviews important concepts in initiating and continuing opioid therapy in older patients.

This activity is supported by an independent educational grant from the Opioid Analgesic REMS Program Companies. Please see https://ce.opioidanalgesicrems.com/RpcCEUI/rems/pdf/resources/List_of_RPC_Companies.pdf for a listing of REMS Program Companies. This activity is intended to be fully compliant with the Opioid Analgesic REMS education requirements issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Guest: Katherine E. Galluzzi, DO, CMD, FACOFP 

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Overview: This podcast reviews a recent study evaluating the benefit of adding a weighted vest to dietary interventions to promote weight loss and discusses its implications for clinical practice. 

Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Adults between the ages of 18 through 64 with immunocompromising conditions due to either anatomic defects or impaired immune response are at the highest risk for invasive pneumococcal disease. They need two different pneumococcal vaccines: pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) at the time the risk factor is recognized and pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23) at least 8 weeks later. This podcast will discuss how to identify these patients at high risk for pneumococcal disease and implement guidelines for administration of pneumococcal vaccination in this population.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 6/18/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest: Robert H. Hopkins Jr, MD, MACP, FAAP

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Overview: The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) updated their 2012 guidelines for treating gout. To do this, they used established evidenced-based methods including population, intervention, comparator, outcomes (PICO) questions. 

Guest: Guest: Robert A. Baldor, MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: In this podcast, Dr. Matthew Drake, a pulmonary and critical care medicine specialist at Oregon Health & Science University, will answer questions regarding diagnosis, evaluation and management of severe asthma. He will review how to identify and evaluate patients with severe asthma, and will describe newer treatments available for patients with specific subtypes of severe asthma.

Guest: Matthew G. Drake, MD 

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Overview: The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) makes shared clinical decision-making recommendations when individuals may benefit from vaccination, but broad vaccination of all people in that group is unlikely to have population-level impact. Such a recommendation is applicable to pneumococcal vaccines whereby pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) is recommended for all adults 65 and older, while the administration of pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) is based on shared decision-making. In this podcast, we will discuss the ACIP recommendations and the use of shared decision-making as it applies to pneumococcal vaccines.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 6/18/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest: Robert H. Hopkins Jr, MD, MACP, FAAP

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Overview: The comparative efficacy of corticosteroid and physical therapy for managing osteoarthritis of the knee is controversial. This podcast will review a recent randomized trial comparing the efficacy of the 2 treatments in 156 patients who were followed for 1 year.

Guest: Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: As men age, over-active bladder (OAB) symptoms (urgency, frequency, nocturia) are commonly seen. Typically, these symptoms are secondary to the development of benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH). Alpha-blocking and/or antimuscarinic agents are commonly prescribed to treat such symptoms. In this podcast we review the COBALT study which examines the benefits of behavioral treatments (pelvic floor muscle training and fluid restriction before bedtime) alone or combined with drug therapy to treat OAB symptoms.

Guest: Robert A. Baldor, MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Nonopioid therapy is an important tool for the treatment of chronic pain. But agents differ as to efficacy and safety in older patients. This program reviews the different classes of nonopioid medications, their efficacy in different types of pain, and their use in older patients. 

This activity is supported by an independent educational grant from the Opioid Analgesic REMS Program Companies. Please see https://ce.opioidanalgesicrems.com/RpcCEUI/rems/pdf/resources/List_of_RPC_Companies.pdf for a listing of REMS Program Companies. This activity is intended to be fully compliant with the Opioid Analgesic REMS education requirements issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Guest: Katherine E. Galluzzi, DO, CMD, FACOFP 

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Overview: This session will discuss the latest evidence on concussion occurrence among high school athletes and review return-to play-guidelines and laws. It will also provide a nuanced and realistic discussion of concussion prevention.

Guest: Guest: Hillary Mullan

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Achieving a euthymic state can be very challenging for individuals with depression and anxiety. Many people live with residual symptoms even while on anti-depressive medications. Changing pharmacotherapy, escalating doses, and adding medications are common. Join us while we discuss the results of a recent RCT of primary care patients, which demonstrated improved resolution of residual depressive symptoms for those who used a web-based CBT tool as adjunctive therapy.

Guest: Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: In this podcast, infectious disease specialist Dr. Woc-Colburn answers your questions from the past few weeks with a focus on COVID-19 transmission and what precautions to follow as we return to the “new normal”.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 6/3/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest: Laila Woc-Colburn, MD 

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Overview: Clinical practice guidelines from the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the United States Preventive Services Task Force recommend against routine Pap smears and bimanual exams in adolescents. This recommendation includes those planning on starting oral contraceptives or with possible sexually transmitted diseases. A recent study found nearly half of all such exams in this age group lack indications. While the evidence indicates a new direction, clinicians have been slow to change their practice. Join us as we discuss the reasons for these guidelines and review appropriate indications for these exams. 

Guest: Alan Ehrlich MD, FAAFP

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: In this podcast, Dr. Shirah Vollmer outlines how delivering bad news is a skill set that is necessary for clinicians. In a time when many families and patients face loss, this is an increasingly valuable ability. This episode reviews specific techniques to improve the delivery of bad news to patients. Understanding that giving bad news can cause increased vulnerability in the clinician, this podcast will also touch on how self-care after giving bad news is essential.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 05/27/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest: Dr. Shirah Vollmer, MD

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Overview: Listen to this Q&A session about special topics on COVID-19 infection, including COVID in pregnancy and pediatric patients  

Guest: Guest: Alan Ehrlich, MD

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: In this episodes, we will discuss a systematic review and meta-analysis that examines outcomes from the use of furosemide compared to torsemide in patients with congestive heart failure.

Guest: Guest: Jill Terrien PhD, ANP-BC

Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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Overview: Treating chronic pain in older individuals and balancing analgesia and adverse effects in this population, which is often afflicted with multiple comorbidities, is challenging. This program reviews the assessment and nonpharmacologic treatment of chronic pain in patients aged 65 years and older.

This activity is supported by an independent educational grant from the Opioid Analgesic REMS Program Companies. Please see https://ce.opioidanalgesicrems.com/RpcCEUI/rems/pdf/resources/List_of_RPC_Companies.pdf for a listing of REMS Program Companies. This activity is intended to be fully compliant with the Opioid Analgesic REMS education requirements issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Guest: Katherine E. Galluzzi, DO, CMD, FACOFP 

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Overview: Skilled nursing facilities experienced some of the first clusters of COVID-19 outbreaks in the United States. In this episode, geriatrician Lee Lindquist will discuss how the characteristics of COVID-19 and the policies surrounding testing contributed to the spread of the virus in skilled nursing facilities. She will outline practical policies that skilled nursing facilities can implement to protect their patients and staff, and stop the spread of infection within their facilities. Lastly, she will discuss opportunities for policy changes moving forward to prevent future outbreaks in these vulnerable settings.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 05/18/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Guest: Lee A. Lindquist, MD, MPH, MBA

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Overview:

In this podcast, Dr. Shirah Vollmer reviews how healthcare professionals in general, and increasingly during COVID-19, are vulnerable to suicide. The podcast identifies characteristics in health care professionals which increase vulnerability to depression and decrease the likelihood of asking for help. The clinician will learn four action items to help other clinicians and their loved ones dealing with mental stress during this pandemic.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 05/18/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is pub

Guest: Dr. Shirah Vollmer, MD