The Intern At Work: Internal Medicine

Send us Fan MailThere's a toxin in your medicine cabinet... it's called APA, paracetamol, tylenol, or acetaminophen (depending on where you're listening)! Today we take you through the pathophysiology of tylenol toxicity, as well as clues to a patients presentation and acute managementWritten by Dr. Alisa Lagrotteria (Internal Medicine Resident) and reviewed by Dr. Keith Tsoi (Gastroenterology) and Dr. Amanda Huynh (General Internal Medicine). Produced by Nathan Dupnik (Medical Student). Infographic by Lilly Yu (Medical Student) Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we take a deep dive on methemoglobinemia. We discuss when to suspect it, diagnosis, treatment, and some great medical trivia! Written by:  Dr. Lorenzo Madrazo (Internal Medicine Resident) Reviewed by: Dr. Andrew Appleton (General Internal Medicine) and Dr. Wael Haddara (Critical Care)Support the show

The podcast delves into the application of pulmonary function tests in understanding respiratory diseases, highlighting key values and patterns to interpret results effectively.

This podcast delves into respiratory mechanics, the importance of PFTs in diagnosing symptoms, screening for pathology, and predicting outcomes. It also explores gas dilution methods, DLCO measurement, and the significance of CBC in conjunction with PFTs for accurate interpretation.

Explore the anatomy, pathophysiology, and management of Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) along with insights from the Panther IPF trial in managing idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

Dr. Aninditee Das, Dr. Karen Geukers, and Dr. Marco Mura discuss pulmonary fibrosis, covering its history, pathology, management, treatment options, lung transplantation, and managing acute exacerbations in patients. The episode provides insights into the approach to patients with suspected pulmonary fibrosis.

Dr. Janet Lui, a hematologist, and Dr. Marie Leung, a general internist, discuss various anticoagulants beyond warfarin. They explore the history of anticoagulation, mechanisms of clot formation, comparison of different anticoagulants, monitoring methods, bleeding management, and reversal agents.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we discuss the clinical manifestations, investigations and management of acute liver failure.Written by: Dr. Fiona Milne (Internal Medicine Resident)Reviewed by: Dr. Melissa Kelley (Gastroenterologist) and Dr. Zijing Wu (General Internist)Infographic by: Hailey Pineda (Undergraduate Student)Sound Editing by: Nathan DoupnikSupport the show

In this engaging discussion, internal medicine resident Stefan Jevtic dives deep into antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), shedding light on its intriguing naming origins. He elaborates on the physiological mechanisms of APS, particularly how it affects pregnant patients. Listeners will gain insights into diagnostic criteria, key symptoms, and effective treatment strategies like anticoagulation therapy. Stefan’s expertise makes complex medical concepts accessible, turning a dense topic into a captivating conversation!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we discuss the long-term management of congestive heart failure. We cover both reduced and preserved ejection fraction as well as the latest CCS guidelines! Support the show