The Intern At Work: Internal Medicine
Medicine Pods: The Intern at Work
A pan-Canadian learner-generated internal medicine podcast. The Intern at Work is written by residents for residents, and is meant to serve you better on the wards and on call. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational use only and is not intended as the sole resource for clinical management. All scripts are original scripts. Podcasts produced out of Canada and may contain Canadian specific guidelines. Created by: Alison Lai Executive Producers: Laiya Carayannopoulos, Zahra Merali
Episodes
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Oct 21, 2018 • 19min
13. Drop the Beat - Bradyarrhythmia
Send us Fan MailA heart that is well conditioned, or well worth worrying about? In this podcast we discuss the physiology, diagnosis, and management of bradyarrythmias! Don't forget to check out www.theinternatwork.com for a summary infographic. Support the show
Oct 7, 2018 • 13min
12. Bones, Stones, Moans and Groans - Hypercalcemia
Send us Fan MailA common problem with complex physiology! Learn all about our approach to the diagnosis and management of hypercalcemia. Be sure to check out www.theinternatwork.com for our accompanying infographic.Support the show
Sep 23, 2018 • 11min
11. Where salt goes, water follows - Ascites
Send us Fan MailAscites is the pathologic accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity. In this episode, we review the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis and management of ascites, with a focus on ascites secondary to liver cirrhosis. Be sure to check out www.theinternatwork.com for our accompanying infographic.Support the show
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Sep 9, 2018 • 27min
10. Ask A Fellow: "Blasted Blasts" - Blasts in the peripheral blood smear
Siraj Mithawani, hematology fellow and thrombosis scholar trained at McMaster, breaks down how to approach blasts on a peripheral smear. He defines myeloblasts versus lymphoblasts and lists causes to consider. Practical tips include verifying automated differentials, urgent signs that need action, recognizing APL as an emergency, and immediate tests and management steps to prioritize.
Aug 26, 2018 • 13min
9. Bugs in Your Blood- Bacteremia
Send us Fan MailHave you ever gotten the phone call "your patient has grown gram + cocci in groups"? In this episode, we outline an approach to bacteremia- particularly what to do if your cultures have not yet speciated. Support the show
Aug 12, 2018 • 13min
8. When the Pipe Bursts - Upper GI Bleed
Send us Fan MailHow do you solve a problem like melena? In this episode, we discuss the clinical presentation, management, and investigations for patients who present with Upper GI bleeds.Support the show
Jul 29, 2018 • 12min
7. The Engine That Could - DKA
Send us Fan MailDoes being asked to manage DKA make you nervous and uncomfortable? Well never fear, the Intern At Work has your back! In this episode, we outline an approach to assessment and management of the patient with DKA. Insulin infusions, electrolyte management, this podcast has it all. **This episode has been re-uploaded to reflect a correction. In the initial podcast, we state that insulin infusion must be overlapped with subcutaneous rapid acting insulin, when it should in fact read LONG acting insulin. Support the show
Jul 15, 2018 • 12min
6. The Disease of Kings - Gout
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, it's all about gout! From our residents to yours, we go through a simple approach to gout including clinical presentation, diagnosis and treatment. Support the show
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Jul 1, 2018 • 14min
5. A Paucity of Platelets - Thrombocytopenia
Exploring platelets and thrombocytopenia, the episode covers their role in preventing bleeding, causes of thrombocytopenia, diagnosis, and management of ITP, TTP, and HIT to assist in patient discussions on the ward.
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Jun 17, 2018 • 12min
4. The Tight Valve - Part 2: Aortic Stenosis
In this episode, they discuss the physical exam, work-up, and management of aortic stenosis, including TAVI approaches and aortic valve replacement indications. They highlight Class 1A indications for valve replacement and different strategies for severe aortic stenosis management.
