General Medicine and Primary Care

General Medicine and Primary Care

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General Medicine and Primary Care episodes

  • Genital Herpes: A Common Disease, but an Underrecognized Issue
    Host: Ana Maria Rosario
    Guest: David Gandell, MD

    Genital herpes is a common sexually transmitted disease. However, it is also one that is commonly underrecognized and misdiagnosed. Senior reporter Ana Maria Rosario chats with Dr. David L. Gandell to discuss genital herpes, from its prevalence to presentation of symptoms, treatment options, and ongoing therapy. Of particular focus within their discussion is the importance of counseling patients through the course of diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Gandell is a Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology from the University of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY.

    15 min
  • Alzheimer's Association: A Partner in Health Care for Physicians
    Host: Ana Maria Rosario

    Senior correspondent Ana Maria Rosario chats with Kate Williams, LMSW, from the Alzheimer's Association's Greater Michigan Chapter. Ms. Williams discusses the prevalence of Alzheimer's disease, the myths and misconceptions, and morbidity and mortality statistics, particularly in women. The risk of Alzheimer's disease in women is 1 in 6, compared to the risk of breast cancer, which is 1 in 12. Physicians and other health care providers are encouraged to visit www.alz.org to find tools and resources for their patients and caregivers. Clinicians can also call the 24/7 helpline at 800.272.3900.

    12 min
  • Cancer Risk of Sitting Down
    Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP

    Dr. McDonough discusses how lowering patient sedentary time can prevent precancerous lesions according to a report in the American Association for Cancer Research.

    1 min
  • Diabetic Breathalyzers Could Replace Finger Sticks
    Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP

    Dr. McDonough discusses new Breathalyzer technology introduced at the 2013 American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists Annual Meeting that may one day eliminate the need for finger sticks for diabetics.

    1 min
  • Calorie Counters
    Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP

    Dr. McDonough discusses a study that looks at how influential calorie postings in restaurants are on the decisions patient make.

    1 min
  • Health Benefits of Pet Ownership
    Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP

    Dr. McDonough looks at the American Heart Association review of more than 30 studies exploring the health benefits of pet ownership and its associated with lower blood pressure, better cholesterol, and a decreased incidence of obesity.

    1 min
  • Talking to Your Teen Patients About Sex
    Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP

    Dr. McDonough addresses the lack of conversation about sex with teen patients according to a new study from American Medical Association, Pediatrics, and Duke University researchers,

    1 min
  • Legalization of Medical Marijuana: Dr. Kimberly Richter's Unique Perspective
    Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP

    Dr. Brian McDonough interviews Dr. Kimberly Richter, a professor at University of Kansas Medical Center--Author of "Big Marijuana--Lessons from Big Tobacco" in the New England Journal of Medicine. The United States is divided over legalization of marijuana. Some of the points discussed include individual rights, tax revenue, medical effects, and social benefits and costs of marijuana legalization.

    15 min
  • Primary Care for a New Age: Direct Care and Hybridized Practice Models
    Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP

    Dr. Brian McDonough speaks with Larry Bauer, CEO of the Family Medicine Education Consortium (FMEC), a leading organization dedicated to the growth of family medicine and primary care nationwide. Mr. Bauer has spent over two decades helping connect those interested in improving the health of their community by strengthening family medicine/primary care services and medical education.

    15 min