Learn about pertinent news stories—in the format of short podcast episodes—that get to the heart of today’s most important issues in primary care with the Pri-Med News & Industry Features channel. Each news episode includes three distinct topics – jump to a topic of interest using helpful timestamps in each episode description. This channel also features podcasts covering practice management tips and key insights for treatments in various therapeutic areas.
Are eosinophils a good biomarker in severe asthma?
Overview: In this episode, join us as we discuss the use of blood eosinophils as a biomarker in severe asthma and whether there is prognostic value in measuring eosinophil levels.
Episode key references and resource links:
Bruselle GG, and Koppelman GH. N Engl J Med. 2022;386(2):157–171.
Global Initiative for Asthma. Global Strategy for Asthma Management and Prevention 2023. Available from: https://ginasthma.org/2023-gina-main-report/. Access date [June 2023].
de Groot JC, et al. ERJ Open Research. 2015;1(1):00024–2015.
Bousquet J, et al. N Engl J Med. 1990;323(15):1033–1039.
Yancey SW, et al. J. Allergy Clin Immunol. 2017;140(6):1509–1518.
Guest: Dareen Siri, MD, FAAAAI, FACAAI and Matthew Mintz, MD, FACP
11/2/2023 • 14 minutes, 27 seconds
When should you refer to a specialist?
Overview: In this episode, join us as we discuss the risks of elevated eosinophil levels and exacerbations, and the role a specialist can play in the management of severe asthma.
Episode references and resource links:
Price DB, et al. Lancet Respir Med. 2015;3(11):849–858.
Dougherty RH and Fahy JV. Clin Exp Allergy. 2008;39(2):193–202.
Chung LP, et al. Respirology. 2020;25(2):161–172.
Global Initiative for Asthma. Global Strategy for Asthma Management and Prevention 2023. Available from: https://ginasthma.org/2023-gina-main-report/. Access date [June 2023].
Agusti A, et al. Respir Med. 2021;187:106572.
Guest: Dareen Siri, MD, FAAAAI, FACAAI and Matthew Mintz, MD, FACP
11/2/2023 • 14 minutes, 32 seconds
Should you measure blood eosinophil levels in patients with severe asthma?
Overview: In this episode, join us as we discuss the importance of blood eosinophil testing for improving diagnosis and phenotyping in severe asthma.
Episode key references and resource links:
Bruselle GG, and Koppelman GH. N Engl J Med. 2022;386(2):157–171.
Global Initiative for Asthma. Global Strategy for Asthma Management and Prevention 2023. Available from: https://ginasthma.org/2023-gina-main-report/. Access date [June 2023].
Heaney LG, et al. Chest. 2021;160(3):814–830.
de Groot JC, et al. ERJ Open Research. 2015;1(1):00024–2015.
Fitzpatrick AM, et al. J Allergy Clin Immunol Pract. 2020;8(2):452–463
Guest: Dareen Siri, MD, FAAAAI, FACAAI and Matthew Mintz, MD, FACP
11/2/2023 • 14 minutes, 58 seconds
The Pathophysiology of Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes
This podcast will review the unique pathophysiology in older adults with long-term Type 2 diabetes that underlie requirements for combination insulin therapy.
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5/16/2023 • 13 minutes, 56 seconds
Framework for Approaching the Treatment of Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes
This podcast reviews the specific considerations in appropriately individualizing care for older adults with T2D by reviewing health status, cognition, frailty and their living situation
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5/16/2023 • 14 minutes, 31 seconds
Treatment Selection for Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes
This podcast focuses on the exploration of treatment approaches in older patients with Type 2 diabetes who are insulin-requiring through case discussion with a focus on simplicity, minimization of hypoglycemia and importance of simplification/de-intensification utilizing an individualized approach by reviewing
psychological, medical, functional and social domains.
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5/16/2023 • 14 minutes, 34 seconds
Managing Recurrent UTIs: From Prevention to Treatment
The complexity behind recurrent UTI management often leaves both patients and clinicians with questions on the optimal management strategy. Should they be treated as an uncomplicated UTI? Are there special considerations or prevention measures? Are there unforeseen or unknown factors contributing to disease incidence? In this second episode, we take a deep dive into the treatment and management of recurrent UTI and explore the impact that this disease has on patients.
Disclaimers:
This presentation is sponsored by GSK. The speakers are GSK paid healthcare providers. The content is intended to support disease state education and is considered nonpromotional.
The content and views expressed therein do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or position of Pri-Med. This program is limited to Health Care Professionals (HCPs) only. GSK complies with all state and federal laws including transparent reporting and disclosure of payments and transfers of value to HCPs.
References:
Anger J, Lee U, Ackerman AL, et al. Recurrent uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women: AUA/CUA/SUFU guideline. J Urol. 2019;202(2):282-289. doi: 10.1097/JU.00000000000002963.
Foxman B, Brown P. Epidemiology of urinary tract infections: transmission and risk factors, incidence, and costs. Infect Dis Clin North Am. 2003;17(2):227-241. doi: 10.1016/s0891-5520(03)00005-9
Foxman B, Gillespie B, Koopman J, et al. Risk factors for second urinary tract infection among college women. Am J Epidemiol 2000; 151:1194.
Ikäheimo R, Siitonen A, Heiskanen T, et al. Recurrence of urinary tract infection in a primary care setting: analysis of a 1-year follow-up of 179 women. Clin Infect Dis 1996; 22:91.
Gupta K, Hooton TM, Naber KG, et al. International clinical practice guidelines for the treatment of acute uncomplicated cystitis and pyelonephritis in women: a 2010 update by the Infectious Diseases Society of America and the European Society for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. Clin Infect Dis. 2011;52:e103.
Markowitz MA, Wood LN, Raz S, Miller LG, Haake DA, Kim JH. Lack of uniformity among United States recommendations for diagnosis and management of acute, uncomplicated cystitis. Int Urogynecol J. 2019;30(7):1187-1194. doi:10.1007/s00192-018-3750-z.
Labcorp Report – Antibiotic Resistance in Bladder Infections (2019). https://www.labcorp.com/organizations/data/insights[1]analysis#InsightAnalytics-Antibiotic. Accessed December 1, 2022.
Langford BJ, Brown KA, Diong C, et al. The Benefits and Harms of Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Urinary Tract Infection in Older Adults. Clin Infect Dis. 2021;73(3):e782-e791. doi:10.1093/cid/ciab116
Harding C, Mossop H, Homer T, et al. Alternative to prophylactic antibiotics for the treatment of recurrent urinary tract infections in women: multicentre, open label, randomised, non-inferiority trial. BMJ. 2022;376:e068229. Published 2022 Mar 9. doi:10.1136/bmj-2021-0068229
3/17/2023 • 19 minutes, 29 seconds
Patient-Centered Approach to Treating UTIs: Seeking Consensus Through Controversies
Uncomplicated UTIs (Urinary Tract Infections) can have a detrimental impact on emotional wellbeing. Patients may feel ignored by their clinicians, who face a diverse set of challenges when managing uncomplicated UTIs, all of which are important to address when keeping the plan patient-centered. In this podcast, we will discuss patient-clinician communication barriers and the importance of patient[1]centered outcomes in managing uncomplicated UTIs.
Disclaimers:
This presentation is sponsored by GSK. The speakers are GSK paid healthcare providers. The content is intended to support disease state education and is considered nonpromotional.
The content and views expressed therein do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or position of Pri-Med. This program is limited to Health Care Professionals (HCPs) only. GSK complies with all state and federal laws including transparent reporting and disclosure of payments and transfers of value to HCPs.
References:
Hilt EE, McKinley K, Pearce MM, et al. Urine is not sterile: use of enhanced urine culture techniques to detect resident bacterial flora in the adult female bladder. J Clin Microbiol. 2014;52(3):871-876. doi:10.1128/JCM.02876-13
Lindsay LE, et al. Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Asymptomatic Bacteriuria: 2019 Update by the Infectious Diseases Society of America. Clin Infect Dis 68, no. 10 (May 2, 2019): e83–110. https://doi.org/10.1093/cid/ciy1121
Advani SD, Polage CR, Fakih MG. Deconstructing the urinalysis: A novel approach to diagnostic and antimicrobial stewardship. Antimicrob Steward Healthc Epidemiol. 2021;1(1):e6. doi: 10.1017/ash.2021.167. Epub 2021 Jun 28. PMID: 34604864; PMCID: PMC8486290
FDA Drug Safety Communication. FDA. 2016. Accessed October 10, 2022 https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/fda-drug-safety[1]communication-fda-advises-restricting-fluoroquinolone-antibiotic-use-certain
Anger J, Lee U, Ackerman AL, et al. Recurrent uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women: AUA/CUA/SUFU guideline. J Urol. 2019;202(2):282-289. doi: 10.1097/JU.00000000000002963
Thompson J, Marijam A, Mitrani-Gold FS, Wright J, Joshi AV. Activity impairment and health-related emotional wellbeing associated with an uncomplicated urinary tract infection among US females. Oral presentation at: IDWeek 2021; September 29-October 3, 2021; Virtual Conference. Session: UTIs; presentation 196
7.Colgan R, Keating K, Dougouih M. Survey of symptom burden in women with uncomplicated urinary tract infections. Clin Drug Investig. 2004;24(1):55-60. doi: 10.2165/00044011-200424010-00007
Thompson J, Marijam A, Mitrani-Gold FS, Wright J, Joshi AV. A survey study of healthcare resource use, and direct and indirect costs, among females with an uncomplicated urinary tract infection in the United States. Poster presented at: IDWeek 2021; September 29-October 3, 2021. Poster 1227
Grigoryan L, Mulgirigama A, Powell M, Schmiemann G. The emotional impact of urinary tract infections in women: a qualitative analysis. BMC Womens Health. 2022;22(1):182. doi: 10.1186/s12905-022-01757-3
Scott VC, Thum LW, Sadun T, et al. Fear and frustration among women with recurrent urinary tract infections: findings from patient focus groups. J Urol. 2021;206(3):688-695. doi: 10.1097/JU.0000000000001843
Lecky DM, Howdle J, Butler CC, McNulty CA. Optimising management of UTIs in primary care: a qualitative study of patient and GP perspectives to inform the development of an evidence-based, shared decision-making resource. Br J Gen Pract. 2020;70(694):e330-e338. doi: 10.3399/bjgp20X708173
Chwa A, Kavanagh K, Linnebur SA, Fixen DR. Evaluation of methenamine for urinary tract infection prevention in older adults: a review of the evidence. Ther Adv Drug Saf. 2019;10:2042098619876749. Published 2019 Sep 23. doi:10.1177/2042098619876749
Harding C, Mossop H, Homer T, etal. Alternative to prophylactic antibiotics for the treatment of recurrent urinary tract infections in women: multicentre, open label, randomised, non-inferiority trial. BMJ 2022;376:e068229. doi: 10.1136/bmj-2021-0068229
Wade C, et al. Methenamine Prophylaxis for Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections in a Tertiary Referral Center. Urol Pract 2021;8(8):699-704
Hoffmann TC. Methenamine hippurate for recurrent urinary tract infections. BMJ 2022; 376
De Paepe H, Hoebeke P, Renson C, et al. Pelvic-floor therapy in girls with recurrent urinary tract infections and dysfunctional voiding. Br J Urol. 1998;81 Suppl 3:109-113. doi:10.1046/j.1464-410x.1998.00021.x
Hooton TM, Vecchio M, Iroz A et al. Effect of increased daily water intake in premenopausal women with recurrent urinary tract infections. JAMA Intern Med 2018; 178: 1509
Gupta K, Hooton TM, Naber KG, et al.; Infectious Diseases Society of America; European Society for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. International clinical practice guidelines for the treatment of acute uncomplicated cystitis and pyelonephritis in women: A 2010 update by the Infectious Diseases Society of America and the European Society for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. Clin Infect Dis. 2011;52(5):e103-e120. doi: 10.1093/cid/ciq257
3/17/2023 • 18 minutes, 32 seconds
Is an Uncomplicated UTI Really Uncomplicated?
The controversy surrounding whether to collect urine cultures and which empiric treatment to prescribe in patients with uncomplicated UTI has left many clinicians unsure of the right approach. In this the first episode of a podcast series, we’ll discuss the definition of clinical cure and dive into the evidence behind grey areas in the diagnosis and management of uncomplicated UTI.
Disclaimers:
This presentation is sponsored by GSK. The speakers are GSK paid healthcare providers. The content is intended to support disease state education and is considered nonpromotional.
The content and views expressed therein do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or position of Pri-Med. This program is limited to Health Care Professionals (HCPs) only. GSK complies with all state and federal laws including transparent reporting and disclosure of payments and transfers of value to HCPs.
References:
Gupta K, Hooton TM, Naber KG, et al.; Infectious Diseases Society of America; European Society for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. International clinical practice guidelines for the treatment of acute uncomplicated cystitis and pyelonephritis in women: A 2010 update by the Infectious Diseases Society of America and the European Society for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. Clin Infect Dis. 2011;52(5):e103- e120. doi: 10.1093/cid/ciq2572.
Anger J, Lee U, Ackerman AL, et al. Recurrent uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women: AUA/CUA/SUFU guideline. J Urol. 2019;202(2):282-289. doi: 10.1097/JU.00000000000002963
Houlbar M, Meng L. SHC Clinical Pathway: Inpatient Management of Urinary Tract Infections – Adult Patients. Stanford Antimicrobial Safety and Sustainability Program. November 2017. https://med.stanford.edu/content/dam/sm/bugsanddrugs/documents/c linicalpathways/SHC-UTI-Inpatient-Guideline.pdf. Accessed November 30, 2022.
Hooton TM, Gupta K. Acute simple cystitis in women. UpToDate. Updated March 15, 2021. Accessed November 9, 2022. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/acute-simple-cystitis-in-women
Colgan R, Williams M. Diagnosis and treatment of acute uncomplicated cystitis. Am Fam Physician. 2011;84(7):771-776.
Shafrin J, Marijam A, Joshi AV, et al. Impact of suboptimal or inappropriate treatment on healthcare resource use and cost among patients with uncomplicated urinary tract infection: an analysis of integrated delivery network electronic health records. Antimicrob Resist Infect Control. 2022;11(1):133. Published 2022 Nov 4. doi:10.1186/s13756-022-01170-3
Daneman N, Chateau D, Dahl M, et al. Fluoroquinolone use for uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women: a retrospective cohort study. Clin Microbiol Infect. 2020;26(5):613-618. doi:10.1016/j.cmi.2019.10.016
Bratsman A, Mathias K, Laubscher R, Grigoryan L, Rose S. Outpatient fluoroquinolone prescribing patterns before and after US FDA boxed warning. Pharmacoepidemiol Drug Saf. 2020;29(6):701-707. doi:10.1002/pds.5018
FDA Drug Safety Communication. FDA. 2019. Accessed October 10, 2022 https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/fda-warns[1]about-increased-risk-ruptures-or-tears-aorta-blood-vessel[1]fluoroquinolone-antibiotics
Nicolle LE; AMMI Canada Guidelines Committee*. Complicated urinary tract infection in adults. Can J Infect Dis Med Microbiol. 2005;16(6):349- 360. doi:10.1155/2005/385768
3/17/2023 • 21 minutes, 11 seconds
Meet The Patient: Decoding IBS-D in Your Practice
Diagnosing and treating IBS-D can be challenging. On IBS-D(ecoded), host Susan Brazil gets the latest facts about IBS-D, and real life patients share their experiences living with IBS-D. In Episode 1, patient Molly from Atlanta discusses her symptoms and frustrations since being first diagnosed with IBS-D ten years ago. Expert physician Dr. Gregory Sayuk introduces treatment options..
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This content is developed exclusively by or on behalf of the industry sponsor through a third party and is not reviewed by Pri-Med. The content and opinions expressed are those of the sponsor or presenters and may not reflect the views of Pri-Med.
2/28/2023 • 12 minutes, 52 seconds
Meet The Experts: Using the Symptoms to Decode IBS-D
IBS-D was once a diagnosis of exclusion. If a patient didn’t test positive for other gastrointestinal conditions, IBS-D was considered possible. On this episode of IBS-D(ecoded), experts who have been involved in both the research and treatment of IBS-D discuss the symptoms that may help health care providers make an efficient, reliable diagnosis.
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This content is developed exclusively by or on behalf of the industry sponsor through a third party and is not reviewed by Pri-Med. The content and opinions expressed are those of the sponsor or presenters and may not reflect the views of Pri-Med.
2/28/2023 • 19 minutes, 12 seconds
Meet Nico & Christine: Their IBS-D Journeys Decoded
IBS-D can affect people of all ages, from all walks of life. On this third and final episode of IBS-D(ecoded), we meet two more patients. Nico is a young man who was first diagnosed with IBS-D while in college. Christine is in her 60s and has lived with abdominal pain and diarrhea for decades. Our expert gastroenterologists discuss these patients’ symptoms and treatment options. Then patient Molly, whom we met in Episode 1, returns with some important advice for both health care providers and patients.
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2/28/2023 • 21 minutes, 26 seconds
Episode 5: Sex Differences
Join Dr Hillary Norton and Amanda Mixon, PA as they discuss the sex differences in the presentation of axSpA
Dr Norton is a board-certified rheumatologist based in Santa Fe
Amanda Mixon earned her PA certification at Michigan State University
This podcast is sponsored by Novartis Medical Affairs, and the speakers have been compensated for their time.
This podcast is part of the Think Back: Insights Into Axial Spondyloarthritis curriculum.
8/18/2022 • 10 minutes, 55 seconds
Episode 4: IBP vs MBP
Join Dr Robert Sallis and Dr Steve Lee as they discuss the differentiation of inflammatory back pain and mechanical back pain in axSpA
Dr Sallis is a family physician at Kaiser Permanente in Fontana, California, and a clinical professor at the University of California Riverside School of Medicine.
Dr Lee is a practicing rheumatologist in Fontana, California
This podcast is sponsored by Novartis Medical Affairs, and the speakers have been compensated for their time.
This podcast is part of the Think Back: Insights Into Axial Spondyloarthritis curriculum.
8/18/2022 • 9 minutes, 49 seconds
Episode 3: Referral Tools
Join Dr Abhijeet Danve and Dr Neal Skolnik as they describe how to recognize axSpA among patients with chronic back pain and which patients to refer to rheumatology
Dr Danve is an academic rheumatologist at the Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut
Dr Skolnik is an academic family physician at Abington Jefferson Health in Abington, Pennsylvania
This podcast is sponsored by Novartis Medical Affairs, and the speakers have been compensated for their time.
This podcast is part of the Think Back: Insights Into Axial Spondyloarthritis curriculum.
8/18/2022 • 15 minutes, 7 seconds
Episode 1: Peripheral Symptoms
Join Dr Reeti Joshi and Dr Ethan Craig as they discuss the peripheral symptoms that can help health care practitioners better diagnose axSpA
Dr Joshi is a rheumatology specialist in Beaumont, Texas
Dr Craig is a rheumatologist at the University of Pennsylvania
This podcast is sponsored by Novartis Medical Affairs, and the speakers have been compensated for their time.
This podcast is part of the Think Back: Insights Into Axial Spondyloarthritis curriculum.
8/18/2022 • 13 minutes, 52 seconds
Episode 2: When Pain Hides Inflammatory Disease
Join Dr Neil Skolnik and Dr Ethan Craig as they discuss the underlying biological processes in axSpA
Dr Skolnik is an academic family physician at Abington Jefferson Health in Abington, Pennsylvania
Dr Craig is a rheumatologist at the University of Pennsylvania
This podcast is sponsored by Novartis Medical Affairs, and the speakers have been compensated for their time.
This podcast is part of the Think Back: Insights Into Axial Spondyloarthritis curriculum.
8/18/2022 • 12 minutes, 41 seconds
The Patient Voice: Improving Shared Decision-Making in Patients with SLE
Dr Saira Sheikh and Dr Vera Oyabure discuss their experiences with shared decision-making in SLE, the benefits of involving patients in the decision-making process, and how shared decision-making can be implemented in clinical practice.
5/6/2022 • 13 minutes, 56 seconds
Perhaps it’s Lupus? The Importance of Early Diagnosis and Management of SLE
Dr Saira Sheikh and Dr Vera Oyabure discuss the challenges associated with diagnosing SLE from a multidisciplinary perspective, and why an earlier diagnosis can improve long-term treatment outcomes.
5/6/2022 • 12 minutes, 7 seconds
The Burden of SLE: Prevalence, Disparities, and Impact
Dr Saira Sheikh and Dr Vera Oyabure discuss racial, socioeconomic, and healthcare access disparities in SLE, and their impact on these patient outcomes from a multidisciplinary perspective.
5/6/2022 • 11 minutes, 36 seconds
Mission Impossible? Exploring Difficult to Treat Asthma
This case-based podcast focuses on identification of difficult-to-treat asthma and evidence-based techniques for optimizing management.
This content is developed exclusively by or on behalf of the industry sponsor through a third party and is not reviewed by Pri-Med. The content and opinions expressed are those of the sponsor or presenters and may not reflect the views of Pri-Med.
12/21/2021 • 24 minutes, 3 seconds
ACT Now: Determining if Your Patient’s Asthma is Under Control
This podcast discusses the importance of asthma control, including how it is defined, risk factors for poor asthma control and techniques for the assessment of asthma control.
This content is developed exclusively by or on behalf of the industry sponsor through a third party and is not reviewed by Pri-Med. The content and opinions expressed are those of the sponsor or presenters and may not reflect the views of Pri-Med.
12/21/2021 • 19 minutes, 31 seconds
How Real World Evidence Complements Clinical Trials
This podcast explores real world evidence by defining what it is, where it comes from, and its value and application to clinical practice.
This content is developed exclusively by or on behalf of the industry sponsor through a third party and is not reviewed by Pri-Med. The content and opinions expressed are those of the sponsor or presenters and may not reflect the views of Pri-Med.
12/21/2021 • 21 minutes, 46 seconds
Identifying Patients for De-escalation or Withdrawal of Inhaled Corticosteroids (ICS) in COPD
Guests: MeiLan Han, MD, MS & Barbara P Yawn, MD, MSc, FAAFP
For more information, please visit https://www.pri-med.com/podcast/clinical-practice-recommendations-ics
12/20/2021 • 9 minutes, 13 seconds
Highlights from the American Thoracic Society (ATS) Guidelines 2020
Guests: Gerard J Criner, MD, FACP, FACCP & Jill Ohar, MD, FCCP
For more information, please visit https://www.pri-med.com/podcast/clinical-practice-recommendations-ats
12/20/2021 • 11 minutes, 57 seconds
The Global Initiative For Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) 2021 Report – Takeaways for Healthcare Practitioners
Guests: MeiLan Han, MD, MS & Barbara P Yawn, MD, MSc, FAAFP
For more information, please visit https://www.pri-med.com/podcast/clinical-practice-recommendations-copd-gold
12/20/2021 • 13 minutes, 52 seconds
Shared decision-making in lipid management
Overview: This podcast discusses when patients who are at high risk of cardiovascular disease should be comanaged by primary care providers and lipidologists.
Guest: Yehuda Handelsman, MD, FACP, FNLA, FASPC, MACE
12/20/2021 • 6 minutes, 52 seconds
When is LDL-C low enough?
Overview: This podcast discusses the management of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and addresses the concept of when LDL-C levels are “low enough” to reduce the risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
Guest: Yehuda Handelsman, MD, FACP, FNLA, FASPC, MACE
12/20/2021 • 5 minutes, 28 seconds
Identifying high-risk patients with ASCVD and reducing the burden of elevated LDL-C
Overview: This podcast discusses the identification and management of patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and highlights opportunities to reduce the overall burden of elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C).
Guest: Norman E. Lepor, MD, FACC, FAHA, FSCAI
12/20/2021 • 24 minutes, 47 seconds
Telemedicine and the virtual care of heart disease
Overview: This podcast discusses the evolving role of telemedicine in the virtual care of cardiovascular disease. Best practices for telemedicine and conducting virtual visits in the cardiology sub-specialty are described.
Guest: Ami Bhatt, MD
12/20/2021 • 36 minutes, 4 seconds
Effects of long-term exposure to persistently elevated LDL-C
Overview:
This podcast discusses the effects of long-term exposure to persistently elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) on risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Four health care providers offer their perspectives from the fields of family medicine, internal medicine, cardiology, and endocrinology.
Guest:
Guy Mintz, MD, FACP, FACC, FASPC, FNLA & James Underberg, MD, PLCC
12/20/2021 • 9 minutes, 17 seconds
Living in a World with COVID-19: From Reaction to Action
Overview: The podcast focuses on the scientific understanding of SARS-CoV-2, in addition to the clinical management of patients with COVID-19 or long term sequalae. We bring together healthcare professionals from UK, Canada and Latin America to discuss COVID-19, variants, and how they are managing patients with COVID-19.
Guest: Dr Alexander Liakos
10/21/2021 • 23 minutes, 18 seconds
Pandemic in Practice: Impact of Viral Variance, Hyperinflammation and Vaccinations on COVID-19 Outcomes
Overview: This medical podcast will educate attendees on the drivers of COVID-19 in the community, and the factors that contribute to disease progression in the hospital.
Dr. Deepa Gotur will discuss the role of GM-CSF in hyperinflammation in the severe COVID-19 patient.
Guest: Deepa Gotur, MD & Patrick A. Taylor, MD
10/21/2021 • 27 minutes, 18 seconds
COVID-19: What Do We Know Now?
Overview: This video will provide attendees an update on COVID-19. Dr. Taylor will discuss current COVID-19 activity globally; review increased transmission as a consequence of variant strains, including the delta variant; and touch briefly on vaccinations and monoclonal antibodies.
Guest: Patrick A. Taylor, MD
10/21/2021 • 15 minutes, 9 seconds
Close to the Heart: Assessing Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Our Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
Overview:
Listen as Dr. Eden Miller and Dr. James O’Keefe discuss how diabetes can affect cardiovascular health. These key experts will also review key cardiovascular outcomes trials and their impact on treatment guidance for patients with type 2 diabetes.
Guest: Eden M. Miller, DO & James H. O’Keefe, MD
7/22/2021 • 10 minutes, 39 seconds
Close to the Heart: The Impact of Cardiovascular Disease on Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
Close to the Heart: The Impact of Cardiovascular Disease on Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
7/22/2021 • 9 minutes, 39 seconds
Close to the Heart: The Increasing Prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes and Associated Comorbidities
Overview:
Listen as Dr. Eden Miller and Dr. James O’Keefe discuss how diabetes can affect cardiovascular health. These key experts will also review key cardiovascular outcomes trials and their impact on treatment guidance for patients with type 2 diabetes.
Guest: Eden M. Miller, DO & James H. O’Keefe, MD
7/22/2021 • 13 minutes, 35 seconds
Pulmonary Embolism Trials: Part 3 - Extended VTE Treatment and the 2019 ESC Guidelines
Hear Experts Discuss Extended VTE Treatment with a DOAC versus Aspirin and the 2019 ESC Guidelines on Extension of Treatment after an Initial VTE
6/30/2021 • 27 minutes, 26 seconds
Chapter 2 | The Interconnected Nature of the Cardio-Renal-Metabolic (CRM) System
Guests: James O'Keefe, MD & Melissa Magwire, RN, MSN, CDE
For more information, please visit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/curriculum/continuum-heart-failure-2021
6/28/2021 • 12 minutes, 26 seconds
Chapter 3 | Heart Failure and Type 2 Diabetes: Assessment of Patient Care
Guests: James O'Keefe, MD & Melissa Magwire, RN, MSN, CDE
For more information, please visit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/curriculum/continuum-heart-failure-2021
6/28/2021 • 9 minutes, 47 seconds
Chapter 1 | Classifying Heart Failure
Guests: James O'Keefe, MD & Melissa Magwire, RN, MSN, CDE
For more information, please visit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/curriculum/continuum-heart-failure-2021
6/28/2021 • 10 minutes, 56 seconds
Improving the Management of Patients with IPF Through Disease, Symptom, and Support-Centered Management
Guest: Erica Herzog, MD, PhD & Amy Olson, MD, MSPH
For more information, please visit https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/Curriculum/bi-ofev
5/31/2021 • 30 minutes, 59 seconds
Managing ILD Patients During the COVID Pandemic
Guest: Cori Fratelli, RN
For more information, please visit https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/Curriculum/bi-ofev
5/31/2021 • 15 minutes, 7 seconds
How to Recognize the Potential Signs of IPF and Understand When Patients Should be Referred to an ILD Center
Guest: Erica Herzog, MD, PhD & Marilyn Glassberg, MD
For more information, please visit https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/Curriculum/bi-ofev
5/31/2021 • 36 minutes, 24 seconds
Insomnia Insights Episode 1: Finding an Appropriate Treatment for Anne
Guest: Damon Raskin, MD & Seth L. Ivins, MD
For more information, please visit https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/Curriculum/insomnia-insights
3/10/2021 • 20 minutes, 54 seconds
Early Detection of Pancreatic Cancer: Genetics & Family History
Guest: James Farrell, MBChB & Jeffrey Gorodetsky, MD
For more information, please visit https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/Curriculum/early-detection-of-pancreatic-cancer
11/11/2020 • 10 minutes, 3 seconds
Early Detection of Pancreatic Cancer: Pancreatic Cysts & Diabetes
Guest: James Farrell, MBChB & Jeffrey Gorodetsky, MD
For more information, please visit https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/Curriculum/early-detection-of-pancreatic-cancer
11/11/2020 • 12 minutes, 45 seconds
When to be Suspicious of Pancreatic Cancer
Guest: James Farrell, MBChB & Jeffrey Gorodetsky, MD
For more information, please visit https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/Curriculum/early-detection-of-pancreatic-cancer
11/11/2020 • 9 minutes, 36 seconds
Uncontrolled Asthma: Putting Guidelines Into Practice
A non-promotional, non-CME educational program brought to you by CHEST in collaboration with GlaxoSmithKline.
9/25/2020 • 19 minutes, 18 seconds
Uncontrolled Asthma: Practical Considerations for Primary Care
A non-promotional, non-CME educational program brought to you by CHEST in collaboration with GlaxoSmithKline.
9/25/2020 • 22 minutes, 3 seconds
What You Need to Know About Unmet Needs in Asthma
A non-promotional, non-CME educational program brought to you by CHEST in collaboration with GlaxoSmithKline.
9/25/2020 • 21 minutes, 43 seconds
The Interplay Between Optimizing Heart Failure Management and Delivering Quality Care
Overview: The clinical course of heart failure is punctuated by multiple episodes of hospitalization,1-3 leading to poor outcomes and high and escalating costs.4,5 This highlights the need to reimagine how heart failure care is delivered. In this episode, featuring Dr Nihar Desai of the Yale School of Medicine, we will explore the interplay between implementing quality improvement initiatives, specifically value-based care models, and optimizing heart failure care.
Faculty: Nihar R. Desai, MD, MPH
9/4/2020 • 23 minutes, 57 seconds
Heart Failure Hospitalization: Moving Beyond Symptomatic Management to Optimized Care
Overview: Although heart failure contributes to millions of hospitalizations in the United States each year that significantly impact patient prognosis, treatment is often focused on managing symptoms rather than on optimizing therapy.1,2 In this episode, featuring cardiologist Dr Javed Butler of the University of Mississippi, we will discuss best practices for navigating a heart failure hospitalization, including assessment of the patient’s clinical trajectory and optimization of guideline-directed medical therapy.
Faculty: Javed Butler, MD, MPH, MBA
9/4/2020 • 17 minutes, 11 seconds
The Clinical Progression of Heart Failure: Can You Recognize the Signs of Worsening Disease?
Overview: The clinical course of heart failure is progressive and often involves periods of disease worsening that can be challenging to identify for both patients and their health care providers.1-4 In this episode, featuring cardiologist Dr Lee Goldberg of the University of Pennsylvania, we will discuss key aspects of the clinical assessment of heart failure worsening and progression in the outpatient setting and emphasize the importance of optimizing guideline-directed medical therapy in patients with worsening heart failure as well as in those with stable disease.
Faculty: John J. Ryan, MD, MB, BCh, BAO, MRCPI, FACC, FAHA
6/30/2020 • 18 minutes, 56 seconds
Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction: Common, Serious, and Treatable
Overview: Although heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is common and increasing in prevalence, persistent misconceptions, including a perceived lack of therapeutic options, limit its effective management.1,2 In this episode, featuring cardiologist Dr. John Ryan of the University of Utah, we will counteract these misconceptions through exploration of various HFpEF patient profiles, covering key aspects of HFpEF diagnosis and optimal management in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Faculty: John J. Ryan, MD, MB, BCh, BAO, MRCPI, FACC, FAHA
6/30/2020 • 20 minutes
COPD On Air: Identifying gaps in COPD Care
Overview: Host Barry Price is joined by primary care physician Dr. Larry Neuman of Morrison Heights Clinic and Dr. Keith Robinson of Transformative Health Solutions to discuss how treating COPD is not a one size-fits-all approach and how to identify those patients who may be falling through the cracks of traditional treatment methods.
This podcast is intended for U.S. healthcare professionals only and is sponsored by Sunovion Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and includes promotional segments about LONHALA® MAGNAIR® (glycopyrrolate) Inhalation Solution.
6/11/2020 • 12 minutes, 44 seconds
COPD On Air: Let GOLD Be Your Guide
Overview: Host Barry Price is joined by primary care physician Dr. Larry Neuman of Morrison Heights Clinic and Dr. Keith Robinson of Transformative Health Solutions to provide a summary of the 2020 GOLD report and how it translates into their COPD practice.
This podcast is intended for U.S. healthcare professionals only and is sponsored by Sunovion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and includes promotional segments about LONHALA® MAGNAIR® (glycopyrrolate) Inhalation Solution.
6/11/2020 • 12 minutes, 24 seconds
COPD On Air: Individualizing Treatment
Overview: Host Barry Price is joined by primary care physician Dr. Larry Neuman of Morrison Heights Clinic and nurse practitioner Wendi Haller of [affiliation] to discuss the importance of personalizing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) treatment to individual patient needs.
This podcast is intended for U.S. healthcare professionals only and is sponsored by Sunovion Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and includes promotional segments about LONHALA® MAGNAIR® (glycopyrrolate) Inhalation Solution.
6/11/2020 • 13 minutes, 15 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #18
Topics covered in this episode include:
Out-of-pocket Spending for Maternity Care - 0:30
Physician Ratings Usage in Older Adults - 2:37
Breast Density and Screening Education - 4:46
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2/20/2020 • 7 minutes, 4 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #17
Topics covered in this episode include:
HPV Vaccine Rates in Young Adults - 0:30
Opioid Addiction Treatment for Youths - 2:14
Genital Powder Use and Ovarian Cancer - 4:19
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
2/20/2020 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #16
Topics covered in this episode include:
Early Treatment of Concussions - 0:30
Decision aids in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty - 2:20
Testosterone Therapy in Adult Men - 4:44
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
2/20/2020 • 7 minutes, 11 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #15
Topics covered in this episode include:
Fulminant Myocarditis Management - 0:30
HIV-positive patients and Smallpox Vaccines - 2:33
Active Lifestyle Slowing Dementia- 4:34
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
2/20/2020 • 6 minutes, 42 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #14
Topics covered in this episode include:
Minimum Wage’s link to Suicide Rates - 0:30
Open Water Regulations and Drowning Death Rates - 2:35
Cancer Mortality Rate Update - 4:45
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
2/20/2020 • 7 minutes, 22 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #13
Topics covered in this episode include:
Antipsychotic initiation and alzheimers disease - 0:30
Health Administrative Spending Gaps - 2:25
Rise of Electronic Scooter Injuries - 4:18
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
2/20/2020 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #12
Topics covered in this episode include:
Neighborhood Walkability and Cardiovascular Risk - 0:30
Nurse Awareness of Choosing Wisely Campaign - 2:30
Adverse Childhood Experiences’ Impact on Adult Health - 4:55
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
1/10/2020 • 7 minutes, 40 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #11
Topics covered in this episode include:
RHigh Birth Numbers and Cardiovascular Health - 0:30
Kratom linked to Liver Injury - 2:31
Death rates in Nonmetropolitan Counties - 4:56
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
1/10/2020 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #10
Topics covered in this episode include:
Alzheimer Patients initiating antipsychotic medication - 0:30
Testosterone and Venous Thromboembolism - 3:10
Cardio Risk Factors and Cancer Risk - 5:50
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
1/10/2020 • 8 minutes, 48 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #9
Topics covered in this episode include:
Smartwatch App and Atrial Fibrillation - 0:30
Lung Cancer Treatment Variations by State - 2:36
Congenital Heart Disease Surgery and Kidney Disease - 4:29
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
1/10/2020 • 6 minutes, 42 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #8
Topics covered in this episode include:
Illiteracy’s Ties to Dementia - 0:30
Insomnia and CVD Risk - 2:30
Tobacco Cessation for Cancer Patients - 5:05
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
1/10/2020 • 7 minutes, 43 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #7
Topics covered in this episode include:
Diabetes and Eye Exams - 0:30
Emergency Department Visits for Sports Injuries - 2:29
Vaping-Related Lung Injury - 4:42
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1/10/2020 • 6 minutes, 52 seconds
Healthcare M&A Is Not for the Faint of Heart
Overview:
90% of physician practice merger and acquisition transactions fail to reach their financial goals (for either side). The reasons vary:
Unrealistic expectations of practice value by the physician
Underestimation of cost and financial performance by the purchaser
Integration of EMRs and technology infrastructure
Inadequate operation optimization
Overvaluation of physician accounts receivable
CPT coding issues
Learn from medical M&A experts how to avoid the pitfalls and maximize your profit potential.
Learning Objectives:
The regulatory constraints covering a practice sale and personal services agreement
(PSA)
Maximizing practice or personal value
Implications of a transaction on office leases and staff
Evaluating fair market value
Guests:
David Audibert, CPA/CVA/MBA and Brad Mondschein, J.D.
12/24/2019 • 11 minutes, 33 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #6
Topics covered in this episode include:
Adolescent Vaping - 0:30
Mortality in Male Breast Cancer Patients - 2:19
PrEP Awareness and Race - 4:43
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
10/25/2019 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #5
Topics covered in this episode include:
Opioid Use After Discharge - 0:30
Obesity Rates in the US - 2:39
HIV's correlation to Atrial Fibrillation - 5:07
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
10/25/2019 • 7 minutes, 18 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #4
Topics covered in this episode include:
Prevalence of Short Sleep Duration - 0:30
Increase of Suicide Rates among US Youths - 2:19
Bicycle Helmet Underutilization - 4:15
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
10/25/2019 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #3
Topics covered in this episode include:
Tablets and MS Cognitive Assessment - 0:30
Postpartum BP Checks in Women with Hypertension - 2:15
Emergency Department Closures - 4:19
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
10/25/2019 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #2
Topics covered in this episode include:
Acetaminophen in Pregnancy - 0:30
Aspirin for Primary Prevention - 2:37
Caring for Kidney Disease - 4:43
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.
10/25/2019 • 6 minutes, 51 seconds
Pri-Med News Episode #1
Topics covered in this episode include:
Professional Coaching and Emotional Exhaustion - 0:30
Electric Fans - 2:37
BP and Waist Measurement in ASCVD/T2DM Prevention - 4:22
News content provided by HealthDay, all rights reserved.