The Intern At Work: Internal Medicine

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Have you ever wondered about how to treat VTE in malignancy? This episode goes over all the ins and outs of this complex and nuanced topic! Written by Dr. Kevin Yijun Fan, Internal Medicine and reviewed by Dr. Helena Dhamko, (Hematology) and Dr. Ed Etchells (General Internal Medicine).  Infographic by Valarie Kim (Internal Medicine Resident). 

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In this episode, we review the etiologies, pathophysiology, investigations and management of macrocytic anemia. Our medicine minute addresses how to best supplement individuals with Vitamin B12 deficiency. 

Written by: Dr. Haeyong Rho (Internal Medicine Resident)
Reviewed by: Dr. Martina Trinkaus (Hematologist) and Dr. Alison Lai (General Internist)

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In this episode, we provide an overdose of amyloidosis with a specific focus on AL amyloidosis. We include the clinical presentation, investigations, diagnostic criteria and treatment for AL amyloidosis. 

Episode written by: Dr. Roslyn Mainland (Internal Medicine Resident)
Reviewed by: Dr. Zijing Wu (General Internal Medicine) and Dr. Bethany Monteith (Hematology)
Sound editing by: Dr. Margaret Sun (Internal Medicine Resident)

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In this episode we walk you through our approach to pancreatitis, including potential etiologies (not just the favourite scorpion bite!), and discuss recent evidence on management. 

Written by: Dr. Ikram Abow-Mohamed & Dr. Amine Zoughlami (Internal Medicine Residents)
Reviewed by: Dr. Constantine Soulelis (Gastroenterologist) & Dr. Sanabelle Zaabat (General Internist)

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What complications should you watch our for in patients on peritoneal dialysis? Let this once elusive topic become your expertise! This episode was written by Dr. Shareef Akbari (Internal Medicine Resident) and reviewed by Dr. Bogdan Momciu (Nephrology) and Dr. Steven Montague (General Internal Medicine)

Infographic by Dr. Caitlyn Vlasschaert (Internal Medicine Resident)
Sound editing by Margaret Sun  (Internal Medicine Resident)

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In this episode we cover your approach to chronic and acute aortic regurgitation including key physical exam findings and echocardiographic measures. 
Written by: Dr. Kate Haichin (Internal Medicine Resident) 
Reviewed by: Dr. Nadia Giannetti (Cardiologist) and Dr. Amal Bessissow (General Internist). 

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Take a listen this week for a dive into the world of HLH. We cover primary and secondary HLH, your approach to the diagnosis and workup, as well as management and some info on recent trials. 

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Listen to this episode for a great summary on TB infection and TB disease! We also discuss new updates and Canadian specific guidelines.  Episode written by Dr. Kevin Zhang, PGY2 Internal Medicine and reviewed by Dr. Jane Batt, Respirology and Dr. Kevin Venus, General Internal Medicine. Infographic by Dr. Valerie Kim. 

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In this episode, we review the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, associated diseases, investigations and treatment for the seronegative spondyloarthritides. These include psoriatic arthritis, enteropathic or IBD-associated arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and reactive arthritis - or PEAR!

Written by: Dr. Steven Cho (Internal Medicine Resident)
Reviewed by: Dr. Lori Albert (Rheumatologist) and Dr. Vanessa Zannella (General Internist)
Recorded and Produced by: Dr. Alison Lai

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In this episode, Dr. Catherine Leurer interviews Dr. Lori Albert about the most common type of inflammatory arthritis - Gout. Dr. Albert discusses the 2020 American College of Rheumatology Guideline for the Management of Gout, with a focus on both acute gout flares and chronic management of patients with gout. 

Interviewer: Dr. Catherine Leurer (Geriatrics Subspecialty Fellow)
Special Guest: Dr. Lori Albert (Rheumatology)
Sound Editing: Dr. Alison Lai

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