Transform your approach to menopause care with the latest evidence and expert insights you can use tomorrow. Learn how to move beyond outdated WHI-era fears and confidently prescribe individualized, effective hormonal therapies. We’re joined by urologist and sexual medicine specialist Dr. Rachel Rubin (@DrRachelRubin), who brings clarity, practicality, and a fresh perspective to this rapidly evolving field.

Why can’t people with familial fatal insomnia fall asleep?Have you ever wondered why you feel so awful when you don’t get enough sleep? Well, that’s because it is no exaggeration when we say we need sleep to survive, so much so that we spend approximately ? of our lives sleeping. Insomnia can certainly feel exhausting, overwhelming, and even lonely – while everyone is asleep, there you are – wide awake and unable to fall asleep no matter how much you try. Except, now imagine that other ...

In this episode, Dr. Vincent Mukkada (Cincinnati) joins us to demystify eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). Together, we explore how to take a good history in children in whom EoE is suspected, treatment strategies, and innovations for ongoing monitoring. Whether you’re managing the initial diagnosis or ongoing care for these patients, the conversation won’t get stuck thanks to an episode full of helpful information for you!

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)!

Why does cirrhosis cause high SAAG ascites?Other than when there’s Thai food at noon conference, it’s the best part of the day on inpatient medicine. A patient comes in with ascites, they get a diagnostic paracentesis, you look at the fluid albumin and subtract it from that serum albumin that you pray you remembered to order before the tap. This is the serum ascites-albumin gap (SAAG). You google that chart that you’ve somehow never remembered to bookmark, and, unlike most other lab val...

Feeling muddled about endemic mycoses? We tackle the clinical presentation of diseases like histoplasmosis, blastomycosis, and coccidioidomycosis, the importance of testing, and how to diagnose fungal infections with our esteemed guest Dr. Andrej Spec, MD!

How does a bacterial species called Deinococcus radiodurans withstand extreme levels of radiation?What comes to mind when we say tiny but mighty? Well, if Deinococcus radiodurans didn’t cross your mind, maybe it will earn your respect after this segment, so much so that it may come to mind the next time someone asks you that question. In our previous episode, “Wherefore Iodine?”, we learned about why iodine administration was a key public health intervention in Eastern Europe followin...

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.

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.

In this episode, returning guest Dr. Michelle Starr joins us to unpack the complexities of renal tubular acidosis. Together, we explore how to distinguish between RTA types and highlight the key diagnostic clues and treatment strategies most relevant to pediatric patients. Whether you’re managing a challenging case on the wards or brushing up for boards, this conversation will deepen your understanding and knowledge-base!