Best Elder S Digest Podcasts (2024)

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Elder Abuse-Financial Exploitation and Fraud 10:40

11h ago10:40

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Len and Dean discuss the alarming issue of elder abuse in their 78th and 79th podcasts. Dean expresses concern, especially since he has elderly parents, and highlights recent statistics from FinCEN and the FBI on elder exploitation. Financial institutions reported over $27 billion in elder exploitation between June 2022 and June 2023. The abuse is …

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The Court Decides But it Ain’t Over Till It’s Over 12:26

4d ago12:26

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In "Podcast 77: The Court Decides But it Ain’t Over Till It’s Over," Dean and Len discuss the recent Supreme Court ruling on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)'s funding, which upheld its constitutionality, much to the disappointment of many bankers who hoped for its dissolution. Despite this decision, other legal challenges to CFPB's …

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Flood Basics still causing pain for some 13:02

18d ago13:02

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This podcast discusses flood regulations for institutions lending money on properties. While there are many federal laws, some key ones being the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 and the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, institutions must comply to avoid penalties. This includes checking if a property is in a flood hazard area, notifying t…

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Decoding Risk: Genetic Testing in High-Risk Colon Cancer Patients

1M ago

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Host: Jody Takemoto, PhD Guest: Bryson Katona, MD, PhD At the 2024 Digestive Disease Week Annual Meeting, Dr. Bryson Katona presented a session, titled “High-Risk Colon Cancer: The ABCs of Genetic Testing.” And now, Dr. Katona is here with Dr. Jody Takemoto to share key insights from his session on genetic testing for patients with high-risk colon …

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Diving into the Details of Upadacitinib for UC and Crohn’s Disease

27d ago

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Guest: Andres J. Yarur, MD Obesity has recently surfaced as an important topic in patients with inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis, but historically, these patients have been underweight. This led to the phase III pivotal trials for the use of upadacitinib in patients with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis and C…

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Living Well with IBD: Proactive Health Maintenance Strategies

30d ago

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Guest: Andres J. Yarur, MD Health maintenance emphasizes health promotion and disease prevention, which is very important for patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) since they’re at an increased risk of several life-threatening conditions. Tune in to hear Dr. Andres Yarur discuss essential health maintenance strategies for patients with IBD…

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Mentoring as a Way of Life for the Local Church: Everyone Can Be a Mentor — Tom Grove and S. Joseph Kidder 6:43

1M ago6:43

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How everyone can be a mentor, tips on mentoring, how to create a culture of mentorship, and six ways a mentor can benefit the life of a mentee.By Tom Grove and S. Joseph Kidder

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Redlining Complications Caused by Implementation of 2020 Census Tracts 12:10

1M ago12:10

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In this podcast episode, Dean and Len discuss the complexities surrounding redlining accusations faced by banks, particularly focusing on the implications of the 2020 Census data. Len explains that the increase in the number of census tracts and changes in their minority status have created challenges for banks, especially since these changes were …

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Discussing the Complications of IBS Mimickers

1M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Michael Camilleri, MD When it comes to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), it’s important to keep in mind that there are certain diagnoses clinicians can make to specifically treat the underlying problem that’s causing the symptoms that suggest IBS. To learn more about these complex mimickers, join Dr. Pete…

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The Ministry of Deacons and Deaconesses - Part 1 — Ellen G. White 10:25

1M ago10:25

10:25

This is an invaluable perspective on the ministry of deacons and deaconesses for the service of the church, taken from The Acts of the Apostles by Ellen G. White.By Ellen G. White

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Discrimination and Bias in Residential Lending 12:35

2M ago12:35

12:35

In this podcast episode, Dean and Len discuss the timely issue of appraisal discrimination and bias within the context of Fair Lending. Dean highlights the FFIEC's recent guidance on mitigating risks related to discriminatory practices in property valuations and ensuring credible appraisals. Appraisal bias, which can result in minorities receiving …

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Living with the Past — Rex D. Edwards 6:09

2M ago6:09

6:09

How can we deal with feelings of hopelessness due to events of the past? Three things to remember that will help us navigate difficult past experiences and memories.By Rex D. Edwards

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What Are the Tongues in 1 Corinthians? - Part 2 — Ekkehardt Mueller 8:02

2M ago8:02

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What was the nature of the tongues Paul mentioned in his first letter to the Corinthians? How can we know that the tongues in 1 Corinthians refer to real languages?By Ekkehardt Mueller

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Elderly Patients with IBD: Management Strategies and Care

2M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: David P. Hudesman, MD There’s been an increase in the elderly irritable bowel disease (IBD) population, and it’s estimated that a third of our overall IBD population will soon be over the age of 60. When managing and diagnosing these patients, there’s different factors to consider, like polypharmacy, bi…

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Ministering to and Ministering with People Who Are Introverts - Part 3 — Regina Fleischmann 13:03

2M ago13:03

13:03

In every society, significant numbers of people are introverts. This is the third of a four-part series to facilitate a greater understanding of people who are introverts and how to effectively minister to and with introverts.By Regina Fleischmann

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Mission: Seven Words to Transform Your Marriage — Jeffrey O. Brown 10:40

2M ago10:40

10:40

Seven critical keywords (and scripture-rich practical pointers) to make for a happy, successful marriage for elders.By Jeffrey O. Brown

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The Story of Timothy: Homeless Orphan to Scholar — Timothy Patrick Roane 9:50

3M ago9:50

9:50

In this two-part true story, an orphan boy begging in an Indian train station is rescued by an Adventist pastor, who offers him a new name and a new life in Jesus.By Timothy Patrick Roane

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Educating Gastrointestinal Patients About the Benefits of Vaccination

2M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Francis Farraye, MD Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have an increased risk of developing infections, and some may be preventable with a vaccine. Approximately 70 percent of patients with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease will be on immunosuppressive therapy at some point during their …

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Overcoming Controversies of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

2M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Alexander Ford, MD Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is diagnosed using the ROME 4 criteria, and fortunately, most patients who meet the criteria for IBS clinically are unlikely to have another underlying explanation for their symptoms. However, a common misconception is that IBS is a diagnosis of exclusio…

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Managing and Treating Patients with Lower GI Bleeding

3M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: David Wan, MD Many patients with lower gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding are on anticoagulants, and they may need specific reversal agents depending on what antithrombotic they’re on. Tune into this episode to learn more about the article that dives into the management and treatment of acute lower GI bleed…

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Editorial - What are your passions? — Anthony R. Kent 4:18

3M ago4:18

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What gets you excited about life? Does Jesus feature on your list of passions? Anthony shares why Jesus Christ and His second advent is his passion.By Anthony R. Kent

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The Texas Court’s Preliminary Injunction Against the 2023 Rule 12:26

3M ago12:26

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In Podcast 73, Dean and Len discuss a recent preliminary injunction issued by a Texas federal judge against the 2023 Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) rule. This injunction has halted the implementation of the new rule, pending legal proceedings. The court found substantial grounds suggesting the federal banking regulators may have exceeded their au…

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Back to the Altar — Don MacLafferty 10:02

3M ago10:02

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Finding encouragement in Elijah's incredible story and seven practical steps to live at the altar of God when you are exhausted or discouraged.By Don MacLafferty

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Climate Risk, the emerging risk 17:09

3M ago17:09

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This episode of the podcast, focusing on climate risk as an emerging regulatory compliance issue, features a dialogue between Len and Dean. They discuss how climate-related risks, especially in the financial sector, have gained attention in recent years. New York State is highlighted for its proactive stance in providing guidance for financial inst…

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Managing Extraintestinal Manifestations in IBD

3M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Katherine Falloon, MD Extraintestinal manifestations (EIMs) that occur in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are almost any manifestation that occur outside the gastrointestinal tract. And patients with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis are at an increased risk for developing these manifestations. So …

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Mentoring as a Way of Life for the Local Church — Tom Grove and S. Joseph Kidder 7:20

4M ago7:20

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In this two-part article we will give the definition of mentoring, some biblical examples of mentoring, some of the benefits of mentoring, and how to create a culture of mentoring in the local church.By Tom Grove and S. Joseph Kidder

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Book Review - John C. Peckham. God With Us: An Introduction to Adventist Theology. Andrews University Press, 2023 — Endi Stojanovic 3:58

4M ago3:58

3:58

Why you need to read 'God With Us: An Introduction to Adventist Theology' by John Peckham. A book review.By Endi Stojanovic

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How Artificial Intelligence Is Changing the Practice of Gastroenterology

4M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Ali Soroush, MD, MS Due to recent technological advancements, the use of artificial intelligence to detect a variety of gastroenterological conditions like Barrett’s esophagus, gastric cancer, and colon polyps is increasingly being explored. Learn about the application, benefits, and pitfalls of artific…

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Ministering to and Ministering with People Who Are Introverts - Part 2 — Regina Fleischmann 13:40

4M ago13:40

13:40

In every society there are significant numbers of people who are introverts. This is the second of a four-part series to facilitate a greater understanding of people who are introverts and how to effectively minister to and with introverts.By Regina Fleischmann

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How to estimate how your performance will look under the new CRA 14:14

4M ago14:14

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Podcast #71 discusses how banks can estimate their performance under the new Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) rules. Len highlights bankers' concerns about the increased difficulty in passing the CRA exam with the new rules, which predict a significant rise in failure rates. He emphasizes the importance of the Retail Lending Test, explaining that f…

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Why Do We Need a Church Manual? — Gerson P. Santos 11:09

4M ago11:09

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Why do we have a church manual? What is the history of the church manual? Is the church manual still relevant? What does the church manual do for us?By Gerson P. Santos

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2024 Regulatory Hot Topics 14:38

4M ago14:38

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Episode 70 of "Compliance 911, show" titled "2024 Regulatory Hot Topics," discusses the major regulatory challenges facing financial institutions in 2024. Hosts Len and Dean mark their 70th episode, reflecting on various topics covered over the series. They delve into significant regulatory changes including the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) ref…

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A Consecrated Ministry - Part 3 — Ellen G. White 10:45

5M ago10:45

10:45

This is the third of a three-part series featuring “A Consecrated Ministry,” chapter 34 from The Acts of the Apostles by Ellen G. White. This chapter highlights the value of a soul, provides valuable counsel about the priorities of life and ministry, and inspires all readers to consecrated selfless service.…

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Children of Ishmael: Walls of Separation or Bridges of Understanding? — Petras Bahadur 11:33

5M ago11:33

11:33

How do we connect with the millions of Muslims not just in other parts of the world, but with those who are now living in our neighborhoods, going to school with our children, and doing jobs alongside us? As a church, what should be our response to these neighbors?By Petras Bahadur

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Solutions for Defeating the Negative Impacts of Refractory Constipation

5M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Joy Liu, MD For patients with refractory constipation, it’s important to evaluate the psychological impact of these symptoms. Unfortunately, this disorder can easily affect a patient’s quality of life and keep them from doing their normal routine. So what treatment options can help alleviate some of the…

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Progressing Towards Post-ERCP Pancreatitis Prevention

5M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Prabhleen Chahal, MD Post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) pancreatitis is the most dreaded complication of this procedure. So what are the patient-related, procedure-related, and operator-related risk factors for developing post-ERCP pancreatitis, and how can we work to prevent it?…

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Perianal Crohn’s Disease: The Importance of Multidisciplinary Management

5M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Benjamin L. Cohen, MD Guest: Stefan Holubar, MD, MS Affecting over 25 percent of Crohn's disease patients, perianal disease is a persistent and difficult-to-treat condition. Due to its complex management and significant impact on patients' quality of life, a multidisciplinary approach to care is crucial…

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Electronic Funds Transfers-The Investigation Process 12:41

5M ago12:41

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Episode 68 of the podcast discusses the investigation process for Electronic Funds Transfers (EFT) under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act. The hosts, Dean and Len, emphasize the importance of consumer protection in EFT and remittance transfers, outlining the process for consumers to dispute unauthorized or incorrect transactions. They stress that f…

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Six Thousand Churches Planted in Papua New Guinea: Elders Instrumental — Glenn Townend 10:36

5M ago10:36

10:36

How Discovery-Based Bible Studies in small groups caused explosive church growth in Papua New Guinea. Stories of how worshiping in small groups brought people closer to Jesus.By Glenn Townend

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Addressing Alcohol-Associated Liver Disease and Sobriety Pathways

5M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Paul Kwo, MD In patients with chronic live disease, consuming alcohol could contribute to progressive liver damage and a variety of cancers. So alcohol consumption should not be a regular occurrence for those who have underlying chronic liver disease. And approximately four percent of patients with alco…

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Reviewing Updated Guidelines and Knowledge Gaps for Pouchitis Management

5M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Edward L. Barnes, MD, MPH Pouchitis is a common inflammatory complication after ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (J-pouch) surgery, but the why behind patients who develop this condition seems to be unclear. So to dive into the updated guidelines for the management of pouchitis and to also hear about some k…

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Addressing the Unique Cases of Portal Vein Thrombosis

5M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Shilpa Junna, MD Symptoms of portal vein thrombosis (PVT) are primarily driven by the extent of the obstruction that the PVT is causing, and some of it’s also driven by how quickly the thrombosis has developed. There’s also some cases where symptoms can be nonspecific. So the role of a multidisciplinary…

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God’s Call for Revival and Reformation — Ted N. C. Wilson 11:36

5M ago11:36

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Humility is an essential quality for true reformation. A call to lay pride, selfishness, and self-seeking aside and allow Christ to transform us into His beautiful image, an image of humility.By Ted N. C. Wilson

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The Coming Perfect Storm 9:01

5M ago9:01

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Podcast #69, "The Coming Perfect Storm," features a discussion between Dean and Len Suzio about new regulatory challenges for the banking sector. Len highlights the implications of two key regulations: Section 1071 of the Dodd-Frank Act and the new Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) rule. Section 1071 requires detailed reporting of small business len…

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Exploring New Developments in the Treatment of Recurrent C. Difficile

5M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Paul Feuerstadt MD, FACG, AGAF C. difficile is a major problem in the United States. On top of that, patients who are diagnosed with this infection have the chance of getting caught in a vicious cycle of recurrence. So how can we provide our patients with the best care and work with them to give them th…

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Editorial - Barnabas: The Son of Encouragement - Part 3 — Anthony R. Kent 6:53

5M ago6:53

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What can we learn from the speeches of Barnabas? Exploring eight literary, thematic, and theological similarities between his speech in Lystra, and the Three Angels’ Messages of Revelation.By Anthony R. Kent

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The Spectrum of Liver Transplantation: Addressing the Needs of Diverse Patient Groups

6M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Michael Lucey, MD There are a lot of considerations to keep in mind when it comes to liver transplantation in patients with various diseases, like metabolic-associated stereotactic liver diseases, alcoholic liver disease, hepatitis B and C, and more. Joining Dr. Peter Buch to discuss those key considera…

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The Role of Antibiotics in Acute Uncomplicated Appendicitis Treatment

6M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: David Talan, MD Until recently, surgery was always utilized for appendicitis, but now, antibiotics are an alternative treatment. Find out who the best candidates are for an antibiotic regimen, the efficacy and safety of this approach to treating acute uncomplicated appendicitis, and more with Dr. Peter …

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Harnessing the Power of Social Media in GI

6M ago

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Benjamin Schmidt, MD It’s become clear that social media is here to stay, and it’s become a way that people get their information and spread information. Dive into this episode to learn about the benefits and challenges of social media in healthcare from a recently published article with Dr. Peter Buch …

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The New CRA II - Retail Lending Test 13:39

6M ago13:39

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"The New CRA" features a discussion between Dean Stockford and Len Suzio about the recent changes in the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) regulations. Len has dedicated significant time to understanding the new CRA rule, which is a lengthy 1,494 pages, and has even published articles on the topic. He describes the new rule as an "unmitigated disast…

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