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
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Apr 7, 2024 • 17min
232. In the Thick of the Action - An Approach to Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode we take you through our approach to a disease with a wide array of clinical presentations and evolving treatment landscape - hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy. Written by: Dr. Kate Haichin (Internal Medicine Resident) Reviewed by: Dr. Michael Chetrit (Cardiologist) & Dr. John Angelopoulos (General Internist) Support the show
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Mar 24, 2024 • 16min
231. When life closes a door- An Approach to Mitral Stenosis
Dive into the world of mitral stenosis, a condition linked to untreated strep throat and rheumatic heart disease. Discover its pathophysiology, symptoms, and the importance of early diagnosis. Gain insights into management strategies and learn how awareness can significantly impact prevention efforts globally. This discussion is packed with valuable information for anyone interested in internal medicine.
Mar 17, 2024 • 10min
230. The Bleed of Sleep - An Approach to Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria
Send us Fan MailThis week we go through the ultimate in rare diagnoses - PNH. We talk about when to suspect it, how patients may present, and an approach to treatment and management. Bonus points if you can correctly guess how many attempts it took to pronounce "phosphatidylinositol!" Written by: Dr. Angela Dong (Internal Medicine Resident) Reviewed by: Dr. Helena Dhamko (Hematologist) & Dr. Rupal Shah (General Internist)Support the show
Mar 14, 2024 • 19min
229. Ask a Fellow - Hyponatremia Rate of Correction
Dr. Jeff Kott, a Nephrologist and Critical Care Fellow, discusses hyponatremia correction rates in collaboration with NephMadness. They explore the dangers of rapid sodium level correction, guidelines for correcting hyponatremia in different patient populations, recent studies challenging traditional recommendations, and the debate around correction rates for hyponatremia.
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Mar 12, 2024 • 14min
228. It's a Water Problem - An Approach to Hyponatremia
A discussion on hyponatremia covering diagnostic approaches, causes, and treatment strategies. Topics include serum osmolality assessment, ADH-dependent conditions, POCUS evaluation, and correction rates controversies. Learn about the risks of brain swelling, urine studies interpretation, and individualized therapies for hyponatremia.
Mar 11, 2024 • 20min
227. An Apple a Day- Nutritional Deficiencies
Send us Fan MailIn both the developed and underdeveloped world, it's important to be aware of common nutritional deficiencies and their manifestations in our adult patients! This episode was written by: Dr. Igor Sljivic (Internal Medicine Resident). Reviewed by: Dr. Andrew Appleton (General Internal Medicine) and Dr. Marko Markobrada (General Internal Medicine). Infographic by: Julia Simone (Medical Student)Support the show
Mar 3, 2024 • 12min
226. Don't Ignore IgG4 - Approach to IgG4 Related Disease
Exploring the immune-mediated nature of IgG4 related diseases, diagnostic approach, comprehensive workup required for diagnosis, treatment strategies including B cell targeted therapy, and classification criteria for IgG4-related disease
Feb 25, 2024 • 14min
225. Down to the Basics - An Approach to Acid Base Disorders
Dr. Caroline Najjar, Dr. Bernard Unikowsky, and Dr. Jesse Popov discuss acid-base disorders in a 5-step approach. They explore the physiological basis, compensation mechanisms, anion gap calculation, and identifying mixed acid-base disorders. Highlights include respiratory and renal system roles, metabolic alkalosis, anion gap metabolic acidosis, and diagnosing concurrent processes affecting pH balance.
Feb 11, 2024 • 11min
224. An Uncontrollable Leak- The Approach to a VIPoma
Exploring the rare VIPoma tumor that causes watery diarrhea, with emphasis on diagnostic cues and clinical assessment. Discussing treatment options and the benefits of peptide receptor radionuclide therapy for improving survival rates.
Feb 4, 2024 • 14min
223. A Broken Heart - An Approach to Takatsubo Cardiomyopathy
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we review the clinical presentation, diagnostic criteria, work-up and management of a patient presenting with Takatsubo (or stress-induced) Cardiomyopathy. Our medicine minute discusses the JAMA discusses the higher incidence of stress cardiomyopathy noted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Written by: Dr. Mehras Motamed (Internal Medicine resident)Reviewed y: Dr. Dennis Ko (Interventional Cardiologist) and Dr. David Juurlink (General Internist, Clinical Pharmacologist) Support the show
