What Dreams May Come

Breeze through your next visit for insomnia. Learn how to comfortably approach insomnia and optimize sleep. We touch on specifics such as cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia or the effects of various sleep-related drugs/supplements, and how to taper down from them. We are joined by Ashley E. Mason, PhD (UCSF).

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Show Segments

• Intro
• Case
• Understanding patient’s goals
• Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia
• Stimulus control
• Sleep Hygiene
• Time-in-bed restriction
• Impact of different medications/substances on sleep
• Tapering off medications
• Outro

Credits

• Producer and Writer: Matthew Watto MD, FACP
• Producer, Show Notes, Infographic, and 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: Ashley E. Mason, PhD

Disclosures

Dr. Mason has disclosed the following:
Financial Relationships: Evolve Global, consulting fee and stock options; Oura Health, consulting fee.

The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. 

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Blood-based Biomarkers, Anti-Amyloid Therapies and Beyond

From blood-based biomarkers to anti-amyloid treatments, join us as we explore the latest in Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis and treatment with Dr. Halima Amjad. This episode will equip you to guide your patients about the latest Alzheimer’s diagnostics as well as eligibility, risks and monitoring for anti-amyloid therapies.

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Show Segments

• Intro
• Case
• Cognitive and functional history reminders
• Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease
• Blood-based biomarkers
• Anti-amyloid therapy indications, eligibility and contraindications
• Patient counseling and treatment decisions
• ARIA
• Key takeaways
• Outro

Credits

• Written and Produced by: Natalie Barrett DO, Rachel K Miller MD
• Show notes, cover art and infographic: Natalie Barrett DO, Rachel K Miller MD, Leah Witt 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: Halima Amjad, MD

Disclosures

Dr. Amjad reports financial relationships with Centene (Advisor) and Craniometrix (Advisor). Relationships have not 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. 

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Diverticulitis Simplified: Imaging, Antibiotics, Diet, and When to Call Surgery

Master diverticulitis! Learn how to distinguish uncomplicated from complicated disease, when to reach for antibiotics, and which patients need surgical consultation. We’re joined by Dr. Bob Hollis (University of Alabama at Birmingham) and Dr. Andrew Webster (Emory University).

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Show Segments

• Intro
• Rapid Fire Questions
• Picks of the Week
• Case 1
• Defining and Classifying Diverticulosis vs Diverticulitis
• History and Physical Exam
• Labs and Imaging
• Disposition: Admit or Discharge?
• Antibiotics: Who Needs them and How to Choose
• Duration of Antibiotic Therapy
• Diagnostic Pitfalls and Redflags
• Nutrition in the Hospitalized Patient with Diverticulitis
• Case 2
• Surgery and IR Consultation
• Antibiotics in Diverticular Abscess
• Repeat Imaging in Undrainable Abscess
• Elective Surgery in Diverticulitis
• Case 3
• Diverticulitis with Perforation
• Counseling Patients Undergoing Surgery
• Ostomy Reversal Timing

Credits

• Writer, Producer, and Show Notes: Reaford Blackburn, Jr., MD
• Infographic and Cover Art: Caroline Coleman, MD
• Hosts: Monee Amin, MD and Meredith Trubitt, MD 
• Reviewer: Rahul Ganatra
• Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
• Technical Production: PodPaste
• Guests: Bob Hollis, MD and Andrew Webster, MD

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Matt and Paul recap top pearls from a recent episode on Anticoagulation for Venous Thromboembolism with Dr. Tara Lech, PharmD. They also answer listener questions and share their picks of the week. 

Picks of the week:
Paul Recommends: Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (videogame)
Matt Recommends: CJ Box novels about Joe Picket

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Show Segments

• Intro
• Case: Jeremy
• Wearable devices inaccuracies
• Ideal blood pressure measurement
• Diagnosis and workup
• Management and fixed-dose combination pills
• Case: Jolene and pregnancy
• Outro

Credits

• Written and Produced by: Deborah Gorth MD, PhD
• Infographic and Cover Art by: Deborah Gorth MD, PhD and Meryl Gorth RD, MPH
• 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: Jordana Cohen MD, MSCE

Disclosures

Financial Relationships disclosed for Dr. Jordana Cohen: Wolters Kluwer (Royalties or Patent Beneficiary) and National Institutes of Health (Grant or research support)

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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 to break down what’s new in ASCVD risk assessment and prevention.

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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.


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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 (@DrRachelRubin), who brings clarity, practicality, and a fresh perspective to this rapidly evolving field.

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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. 

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Join us as we review recent articles and news featured in The DIGEST #70, 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), Nora Taranto (@norataranto), Rahul Ganatra (@rbganatra), Laura Glick (@lauraglick) and Matt Watto (@doctorwatto).

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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

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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 

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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 

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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)!

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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. 


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Explore how GLP-1 meds can help or harm eating disorders with Dr. Laura Bridge

When weight-loss meds meet eating disorders: GLP-1 drugs are reshaping medicine,  but could they also be fueling disordered eating? Join Dr. Laura Bridge as we unpack the risks, red flags, and how to keep “healthy” from turning harmful.  Also, how to approach restrictive eating disorders, bulimia, and binge eating disorder as a PCP.

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Show Segments

• Introduction
• Defining Eating Disorders 
• Screening & Permission to Discuss 
• Clinical Approach & History Gathering 
• Treatment Framework 
• GLP-1 Contraindications
• Dr. Bridge’s Take-Home Points 

Credits

• Producer, writer, show notes, cover art and infographics: Isabel Valdez, PA-C
• 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: Laura Bridge MD, FACP

Disclosures

Dr. Laura Bridge no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. 


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