The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

#512 Sleep Optimization and CBT for Insomnia with Ashley E. Mason, PhD

What Dreams May ComeBreeze 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).Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow 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 DisclosuresDr. 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. Sponsor: FIGSTake 15% off your first order at Wearfigs.com with the code FIGSRX.Sponsor: Continuing Education CompanyVisit CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders and use promo code Curb30 for 30% off all online courses and webcasts.  Sponsor: Mint Mobile Shop Mint Unlimited Plans at mintmobile.com/CURB. 

#511 Alzheimer's Disease: Updates in Diagnosis and Treatment

Blood-based Biomarkers, Anti-Amyloid Therapies and BeyondFrom 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.Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow 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 DisclosuresDr. 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. Sponsor: Babbel Right now get up to 55% off your Babbel subscription at Babbel.com/CURB.Sponsor: QuinceGo to Quince.com/curb for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too.Sponsor: Sanford GuideSearch for Sanford Guide in the app stores. And, Curbsiders listeners can get 20% off the already very moderately priced yearly subscriptions directly at sanfordguide.com. Go to sanfordguide.com and use the code, CURB at checkout.

#510 Diverticulitis for the Hospitalist

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). Claim free 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 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 Sponsor: FIGS Take 15% off your first order at Wearfigs.com with the code FIGSRX. Sponsor: Continuing Education Company Visit CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders and use promo code Curb30 for 30% off all online courses and webcasts.   Sponsor: Gusto Try Gusto today at gusto.com/cribsiders, and get three months free when you run your first payroll. 

UNLOCKED PATREON #60 Anticoagulation DVT/PE

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

#509 Fresh Hypertension Guidelines. West Philadelphia Doc Jordy Cohen Keeps Our Hypertension Management Fresh

Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME 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) Sponsor: FIGS We’ve teamed up with FIGS, and now Curbsiders listeners can get 15% off. Just go to WearFIGS.com and use code FIGSRX.   Sponsor: MasterClass MasterClass always has great offers during the holidays, sometimes up to as much as 50% off. Head over to masterclass.com/CURB for the current offer. Sponsor: Quince Go to Quince.com/curb for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.