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 Learn how to move beyond outdated WHI-era fears and confidently prescribe individualized, effective hormonal therapies.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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More than just mechanical!

Keep older adult patients on their feet, literally! Learn to map the Age-Friendly 5Ms Framework onto multifactorial risk factor assessment and management and incorporate other evidence-based fall prevention interventions with the expertise of an interdisciplinary team. We are joined by geriatrician Alyson Michener (@AlysonMichener University of Pennsylvania) and physical therapist Suzanne Zukoski (Good Shepherd Penn Partners).

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Show Segments

• Intro
• Rapid fire questions
• Case
• Terminology
• Applying the Geriatric 5Ms Framework
• Physical Therapist Assessment
• Targeted Diagnostic Testing
• Multifactorial Risk Factor Assessment and Management
• Anticoagulation and Falls
• Discharge Disposition
• Exercise Programs
• Home Modifications
• Outro

Credits

• Producer: Abigail Schmucker, MD; Rachel Miller, MD, MSEd
• Writers: Abigail Schmucker, MD; Rachel Miller, MD, MSEd; Alyson Michener, MD; Suzanne Zukoski, MSPT, MSG, GCS
• Show Notes: Abigail Schmucker, MD
• Infographic and Cover Art: Rachel Miller, MD, MSEd
• 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: Alyson Michener, MD; Suzanne Zukoski, MSPT, MSG, GCS

Disclosures

Alyson Michener and Suzanne Zukoski report no relevant financial disclosures. 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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We have a classic episode for you.. Conquer the art of managing patients with iron deficiency anemia. We are joined by the amazing Dr. Tom DeLoughery, @Bloodman (Oregon Health & Science University).

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Show Segments

• Intro
• Rapid fire questions/Picks of the Week
• Case
• History and Physical
• Laboratory Findings
• Management of Iron Deficiency Anemia
• Diet
• Oral Supplementation
• Unexplained Iron Deficiency
• Case 2
• IV Iron Supplementation
• IV iron reactions
• Case 3
• Laboratory Follow Up Post Supplementation
• When to Refer to a Hematology/Oncology specialist?
• Outro

Credits

• Producer,Writer, Show Notes, Cover Art, and Infographics: Sai S Achi  MD MBA FACP 
• Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP   
• Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD
• Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
• Technical Production: PodPaste
• Guest: Dr. Tom DeLoughery MD, MACP, FAWM

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Update your approach to the evaluation and management of IBD with Dr. Aline Charabaty (@DCharabaty). Review updates in management options, imaging modalities and preventive health recommendations. 

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Show Segments

• Intro
• Case
• Initial presentation and evaluation 
• Imaging and endoscopic findings 
• Treatment options 
• Treatment goals
• Diet Recommendations
• Preventive Health
• Vitamin Deficiencies 
• Flare evaluation
• Inpatient care 

Credits

• Written and Produced by: Elena Gibson MD 
• Infographic and Cover Art:Elena Gibson MD 
• Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP   
• Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD
• Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
• Technical Production: PodPaste
• Guest: Aline Charabaty MD, FACG, AGAF

Disclosures

Dr. Charabaty reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. 

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Update your approach to the evaluation and management of GERD with Dr. James Callaway. Learn when to consider ambulatory reflux monitoring and how to determine if someone has an indication for long-term PPI therapy. 

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Show Segments

• Intro
• Case
• Definitions and symptoms
• Reflux mechanisms and triggers
• Medications for Acid suppression 
• Endoscopy and Ambulatory Reflux Monitoring 
• Stopping the PPI 
• Additional etiologies of reflux symptoms 
• Outro

Credits

• Written and Produced by: Elena Gibson MD 
• Infographic and Cover Art:Elena Gibson 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: James Callaway MD 

Disclosures

Dr. Callaway reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. 

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In this bonus episode, Matt and Paul answer Patreon listener questions  on  various topics, including the role of AI in medicine, concerns about antibiotics and their impact on health, insomnia treatments, thyroid health, reflections on career burnout and more. They also share personal anecdotes and insights emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in the medical field.

Chapters
00:00 Exploring AI in Medicine
04:50 Cultural Shifts in Music Appreciation
10:16 Navigating Medical Questions and Antibiotics
14:57 Insomnia Medications and Sleep Hygiene
19:58 Thyroid Health and Selenium
24:59 Reflections on Career and Burnout
29:55 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

GOLD Updates, Novel Treatments, and Managing Comorbidities in COPD Care

Level up your COPD care with practical, evidence-based strategies. Learn how to confirm airflow obstruction with spirometry (and use LLN/Z-scores thoughtfully), stage patients with the A/B/E framework, and build treatment around long-acting bronchodilation—adding ICS selectively based on exacerbations and eosinophils. We’ll highlight the nonpharmacologic moves that change outcomes (smoking cessation, vaccination, pulmonary rehab, oxygen when indicated), when to reach for add-ons (azithromycin, roflumilast), how to approach chronic hypercapnia with home NIV, and what’s new (hello, ensifentrine). Pulmonologist and longtime Curbsiders member Dr. Cyrus Askin (@Askins_Razor ) returns to share real-world pearls for diagnosing, treating, and managing comorbidities in COPD.

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Show Segments

• Intro
• Case 1
• Diagnostic Workup
• Understanding the Ratio, LLN/Z-Scores, and Equity
• Symptom abd Risk Staging (A/B/E)
• Case 2
• Foundational Care 
• Initial Inhaler Strategy 
• Progression & Hypercapnia: NIV & Adherence Counseling
• Add-On Pharmacologic Options for Frequent Exacerbators
• What’s New and Emerging
• Comorbidities and When to Refer 
• Take-Home Points Recap
• Plugs, CME, and Credits
  
  

Credits

Written and produced by Paul Wurtz MD. Show notes, cover art, and infographic also created by Paul Wurtz MD.

• Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP   
• Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD
• Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
• Technical Production: PodPaste
• Guest: Cyrus Askin MD

 
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