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  • #506 DIGEST-Hotcakes: PSA Screening, Acetaminophen and Autism, COVID19 Vaccines and Cancer, Aspirin and Anticoagulation in Coronary Artery Disease

    #506 DIGEST-Hotcakes: PSA Screening, Acetaminophen and Autism, COVID19 Vaccines and Cancer, Aspirin and Anticoagulation in Coronary Artery Disease
    Dec 1 2025
    Join us as we review recent articles and news featured in The DIGEST #70, including PSA screening, acetaminophen and autism, COVID19 vaccines and cancer, and aspirin and anticoagulation in coronary artery disease. Fill your brain hole with a delicious stack of hotcakes! Featuring Drs. Paul Williams (@PaulNWilliamz), Nora Taranto (@norataranto), Rahul Ganatra (@rbganatra), Laura Glick (@lauraglick) and Matt Watto (@doctorwatto).

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    Credits

    • Written and Hosted by: Nora Taranto MD; Rahul Ganatra MD MPH, Laura Glick MD, Paul Williams, MD, FACP, Adam Cifu MD, Matthew Watto MD, FACP
    • Cover Art: Rahul Ganatra, MD MPH
    • Reviewers: Rahul Ganatra MD MPH; Paul Williams, MD, FACP, Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Sai S Achi MD, MBA, FACP
    • Technical Production: Pod Paste
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP

    Show Segments

    • Intro, disclaimer
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Acetaminophen and Autism
    • COVID19 vaccines and cancer risk
    • Aspirin and anticoagulation in coronary artery disease
    • Outro

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • REBOOT: #466 Cirrhosis Update with Scott Matherly

    REBOOT: #466 Cirrhosis Update with Scott Matherly
    Nov 24 2025
    We have a classic episode for you. Update your approach to cirrhosis evaluation and management with Dr. Scott Matherly Associate Professor of Hepatology and Gastroenterology at Virginia Commonwealth University

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    Show Segments

    • Intro, disclaimer, guest bio
    • Case from Kashlak; Definitions
    • Cirrhosis Diagnosis and Initial Evaluation
    • Cirrhosis Physical Examination
    • Decompensated Cirrhosis Management
    • Ascites and TIPS
    • MELD and transplant consideration
    • Outro

    Credits

    • Written and Produced by: Elena Gibson MD
    • Infographic and Cover Art: Edison Jyang MD
    • Hosts: Paul Williams MD, FACP; Elena Gibson MD
    • Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Technical Production: PodPaste
    • Guest: Scott Matherly MD


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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • #505 Demystifying Dizziness with Dr. David Hale

    #505 Demystifying Dizziness with Dr. David Hale
    Nov 17 2025
    Dizziness can be a daunting presenting symptom. Demystify dizziness with us by breaking it down by timing and triggers, various pertinent physical maneuvers, and even an approach to chronic dizziness. We are joined by our esteemed guest Dr. David Hale (Johns Hopkins)!

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    Show Segments

    • Intro
    • Case 1
    • Defining dizziness and vertigo
    • Timing and triggers
    • Episodic dizziness/vertigo
    • Dix-hallpike and Epley maneuver
    • Case 2
    • Acute vestibular syndrome and the HINTS+ exam
    • Case 3
    • Chronic dizziness
    • Persistent postural-perceptual dizziness
    • Takeaways and outro

    Credits

    • Writer, Producer, Shows Notes, Infographic/Cover Art: Edison Jyang, MD
    • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Reviewer: Sai S Achi MD, MBA, FACP
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Technical Production: PodPaste
    • Guest: David Hale, MD

    Disclosures

    Dr. Hale reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.


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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • #504: Adult Eating Disorders in the GLP-1 Era

    #504: Adult Eating Disorders in the GLP-1 Era
    Nov 10 2025
    Explore how GLP-1 meds can help or harm eating disorders with Dr. Laura Bridge

    When weight-loss meds meet eating disorders: GLP-1 drugs are reshaping medicine, but could they also be fueling disordered eating? Join Dr. Laura Bridge as we unpack the risks, red flags, and how to keep “healthy” from turning harmful. Also, how to approach restrictive eating disorders, bulimia, and binge eating disorder as a PCP.

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    Show Segments

    • Introduction
    • Defining Eating Disorders
    • Screening & Permission to Discuss
    • Clinical Approach & History Gathering
    • Treatment Framework
    • GLP-1 Contraindications
    • Dr. Bridge’s Take-Home Points

    Credits

    • Producer, writer, show notes, cover art and infographics: Isabel Valdez, PA-C
    • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Reviewer: Molly Heublein MD
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Technical Production: PodPaste
    • Guest: Laura Bridge MD, FACP

    Disclosures

    Dr. Laura Bridge no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.


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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • #503: Falls with Dr. Alyson Michener and Suzanne Zukoski, MSPT

    #503: Falls with Dr. Alyson Michener and Suzanne Zukoski, MSPT
    Nov 3 2025
    More than just mechanical!

    Keep older adult patients on their feet, literally! Learn to map the Age-Friendly 5Ms Framework onto multifactorial risk factor assessment and management and incorporate other evidence-based fall prevention interventions with the expertise of an interdisciplinary team. We are joined by geriatrician Alyson Michener (@AlysonMichener University of Pennsylvania) and physical therapist Suzanne Zukoski (Good Shepherd Penn Partners).

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    Show Segments

    • Intro
    • Rapid fire questions
    • Case
    • Terminology
    • Applying the Geriatric 5Ms Framework
    • Physical Therapist Assessment
    • Targeted Diagnostic Testing
    • Multifactorial Risk Factor Assessment and Management
    • Anticoagulation and Falls
    • Discharge Disposition
    • Exercise Programs
    • Home Modifications
    • Outro

    Credits

    • Producer: Abigail Schmucker, MD; Rachel Miller, MD, MSEd
    • Writers: Abigail Schmucker, MD; Rachel Miller, MD, MSEd; Alyson Michener, MD; Suzanne Zukoski, MSPT, MSG, GCS
    • Show Notes: Abigail Schmucker, MD
    • Infographic and Cover Art: Rachel Miller, MD, MSEd
    • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Technical Production: PodPaste
    • Guest: Alyson Michener, MD; Suzanne Zukoski, MSPT, MSG, GCS

    Disclosures

    Alyson Michener and Suzanne Zukoski report no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.

    The production of this episode was supported by the Penn Geriatrics AGE-SMART Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Grant. This podcast content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the Health Resources and Services Administration or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • REBOOT: #471 Iron Deficiency Anemia with Dr. Tom DeLoughery

    REBOOT: #471 Iron Deficiency Anemia with Dr. Tom DeLoughery
    Oct 27 2025
    We have a classic episode for you.. Conquer the art of managing patients with iron deficiency anemia. We are joined by the amazing Dr. Tom DeLoughery, @Bloodman (Oregon Health & Science University).

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    Show Segments

    • Intro
    • Rapid fire questions/Picks of the Week
    • Case
    • History and Physical
    • Laboratory Findings
    • Management of Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Diet
    • Oral Supplementation
    • Unexplained Iron Deficiency
    • Case 2
    • IV Iron Supplementation
    • IV iron reactions
    • Case 3
    • Laboratory Follow Up Post Supplementation
    • When to Refer to a Hematology/Oncology specialist?
    • Outro

    Credits

    • Producer,Writer, Show Notes, Cover Art, and Infographics: Sai S Achi MD MBA FACP
    • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Technical Production: PodPaste
    • Guest: Dr. Tom DeLoughery MD, MACP, FAWM

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • #502 Inflammatory Bowel Disease with Dr. Aline Charabaty

    #502 Inflammatory Bowel Disease with Dr. Aline Charabaty
    Oct 20 2025
    Update your approach to the evaluation and management of IBD with Dr. Aline Charabaty (@DCharabaty). Review updates in management options, imaging modalities and preventive health recommendations.

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    Show Segments

    • Intro
    • Case
    • Initial presentation and evaluation
    • Imaging and endoscopic findings
    • Treatment options
    • Treatment goals
    • Diet Recommendations
    • Preventive Health
    • Vitamin Deficiencies
    • Flare evaluation
    • Inpatient care

    Credits

    • Written and Produced by: Elena Gibson MD
    • Infographic and Cover Art:Elena Gibson MD
    • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Technical Production: PodPaste
    • Guest: Aline Charabaty MD, FACG, AGAF

    Disclosures

    Dr. Charabaty reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.

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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • #501 GERD vs NERD: Reflux Updates with Dr. James Callaway

    #501 GERD vs NERD: Reflux Updates with Dr. James Callaway
    Oct 13 2025
    Update your approach to the evaluation and management of GERD with Dr. James Callaway. Learn when to consider ambulatory reflux monitoring and how to determine if someone has an indication for long-term PPI therapy.

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    Show Segments

    • Intro
    • Case
    • Definitions and symptoms
    • Reflux mechanisms and triggers
    • Medications for Acid suppression
    • Endoscopy and Ambulatory Reflux Monitoring
    • Stopping the PPI
    • Additional etiologies of reflux symptoms
    • Outro

    Credits

    • Written and Produced by: Elena Gibson MD
    • Infographic and Cover Art:Elena Gibson MD
    • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Reviewer: Sai S Achi MD, MBA, FACP
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Technical Production: PodPaste
    • Guest: James Callaway MD
    Disclosures

    Dr. Callaway reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.

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    1 hr and 8 mins