The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast brings you expert interviews, clinical pearls, and practice-changing knowledge — plus the occasional bad joke. Trusted by 100,000+ health professionals every month, we cover the full spectrum of internal medicine to keep you learning and laughing. No boring lectures here, just high-value content and a healthy dose of humor. Fantastic for Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Primary Care, and Hospital Medicine.
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Brush up on your high-value care by exploring four Things We Do For No Reason with experts Dr. Tony Breu ( @tony_breu , Harvard University ) and Dr. Lenny Feldman ( @DocLennyF , Johns Hopkins University ). Follow along as they explore lactate-guided resuscitation in shock, beta blocker use with cocaine, holding anticoagulation in patients with fall risk, and discharge before noon. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org ! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsle...
Join us as we review recent practice-changing articles on the effect of vitamin D3 and omega-3 fatty acids on physical performance, gabapentin and falls, gepotidacin for uncomplicated UTI, and intermittent fasting for weight loss. Fill your brain hole with a delicious stack of hotcakes! Featuring Paul Williams ( @PaulNWilliamz ), Rahul Ganatra (@rbganatra ), special guest Laura Glick ( @LauraRGlick ) and Matt Watto (@doctorwatto) . Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org ! Patreon...
This episode doesn't sugarcoat the truth about tricky diabetes management! Wrangle wild blood sugars among older adults, pregnant individuals, and those taking corticosteroids! Join our Kashlak resident endocrinologist Dr. Jeff Colburn, as we dive into diabetic dilemmas. We will help you dodge dangerous lows and navigate tricky treatment traps in these special populations. Get the un-sugar-coated truth on managing complex diabetes cases! Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org ! P...
Join us at patreon.com/curbsiders today and save 20% on NEW Annual Memberships with promo code: UNLOCKED. *This offer expires at 3am EST on May 15, 2025. Matt and Paul recap top pearls from a recent episode on heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and the importance of understanding the underlying causes of heart failure with Dr. Michelle Kittleson (video version). They also answer listener questions and share their picks of the week. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Humor 01:41 U...
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! | CME Show Segm...
Highlights and Pearls from SHM’s Annual Meeting We 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! | CME Show Segments Intro Care of the Patient Experiencing Homelessness Updates in GI D...
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! | CME Show Segments Intro Case from Kashlak Why screen for pred...
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! | CME Show ...
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 | Yo...
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 Do...
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 epis...
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 dis...
2024 ACC/AHA guideline update, including biomarker testing, MINS, and other consulting tips Master 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! | CME Show Segments Intro Case Preoperati...
Treat Hypertension Like No Doctor Has Ever Treated Hypertension Before Treating 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! | CME Show Seg...
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! | CME Show Segments Intro Case 1, part 1: Unstable narrow tachyarrhythmias Case 1, part 2: Stable, narrow tachyarrhythmias – regular rhythm Vagal tone: Valsalva, M...
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 , Nor...
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 D...
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 Segmen...
Dr. Gurusher Panjrath shares expert insights on inpatient heart failure, beginning with diagnostic approaches like POCUS and echocardiography. The discussion delves into nuanced diuretic adjustments, the early integration of SGLT2 inhibitors, and the critical balance of afterload reduction and fluid management. Key takeaways include prioritizing low-dose quadruple therapy, navigating cardiogenic shock, and ensuring robust patient education and post-discharge follow-up to improve outcomes.
2024 GINA Strategy, peak expiratory flow insights, SMART therapy, and other asthma pearls that will leave you breathless Master 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 pulmonol...
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 fi...
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! | CME Show Segments Intro, disclaimer, guest bio Case from Kashlak; Definitions Cirrhosis Diagnosis and Initial Evaluation Cirrhosis Physical Examination Decompensated Cirrhosis Manageme...
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 test...
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! | CME Show Segmen...
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 lov...
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, ...
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 ra...
Dr. Kevin Johns guides listeners through the complexities of bipolar disorder, starting with differentiating it from major depressive disorder through key questions and screening tools like the CIDI 3.0. The discussion covers various comorbidities, the nuances of defining manic and hypomanic episodes, and potential physiological mimickers. The episode also explores acute and maintenance treatment options, their side effects, the role of lifestyle, and important considerations like suicidality, racial bias in diagnosis, and cannabis use, concluding with the critical role of psychotherapy.
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 ( @...
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 | YouT...
