Best Clinical Micros Podcasts (2024)

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146: Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) 25:05

1d ago25:05

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In this episode Luis talks to Dr. Madeline Barron about urinary tract infections (UTIs). Clinical Microbiologists work closely with urine cultures and recover many organisms and perform susceptibility testing. However some questions come to mind. What causes a UTI ? What organisms are typically seen in UTIs? Any treatment options other than antimic…

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Handle with Care to Giving Bad News 26:19

2h ago26:19

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Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. [@chutkaMD] Guest: Amanda K. Lorenz, M.D. Giving our patients bad or unexpected news is one of the most difficult, but also one of the most important responsibilities we have as health care clinicians. This is when our patients need us the most and we need to do this with compassion and empathy. This is best done face t…

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145: Talking AMR: Polymyxins (lipopeptides) 41:42

19h ago41:42

41:42

Luis and Andrea are back to talk AMR! This time they are joined by Dr. Alyssa Walker to go over polymyxins . As usual they go over important questions such as mechanism of action, intrinsic resistance, applying the interpretation of one drug to another, and more. What media used in the laboratory has colistin in it? Don't miss another great episode…

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Episode 7: Felicitas Hengel and Nicola Tomas on a New Chapter in Anti-Nephrin Autoantibodies 16:15

2d ago16:15

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In this episode, we talk with Dr. Felicitas Hengel, MD and Dr. Nicola Tomas, MD (both at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf) about their groundbreaking anti-nephrin autoantibody research that was just presented at the 2024 ERA Congress and published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Is this a game-changer for minimal change? How …

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144: Serie en Español: Tinción de Gram 42:42

3d ago42:42

42:42

Regresa la serie en Español. Luis y Maridaliz discuten la tinción de gram. Cómo se prepara la laminilla? Cúales son los reactivos y el proceso? Qué diferencia hay entre bacterias gran-positiva y gram-negativa? Sintonizen a este episodio para aprender sobre una de las pruebas mas importantes en Microbiología Clínica. Preguntas? Comentarios? Envíen u…

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Infertility 20:11

3d ago20:11

20:11

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. [@chutkaMD] Guest: Ali J. Ainsworth, M.D. A successful pregnancy is a complicated process. It involves a combination of precise timing as well as anatomic and physiologic conditions which need to be intact and functioning normally. When pregnancy is unable to be achieved, it can be due to a problem in the female, the ma…

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143: Navigating your Path 1:06:28

16d ago1:06:28

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Have you been in a job or career that you feel is not a good fit for you? Perhaps you want to try something different but do not know how to get there? Sometimes you might be dreading going to work or just feel unhappy. In this episode Luis talks to Dr. Duane Newton. Duane is a microbiologist with extensive training and at one point in his career h…

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Shaping the Future of Nursing: Leveraging Research to Maximize Nurse Leader Impact with Lesly Kelly, PhD, RN, FAAN and Marla Weston, PhD, RN, FAAN 33:45

9d ago33:45

33:45

How can we leverage nursing research to foster a culture where nurses feel empowered and equipped to improve care delivery? In this episode of This Clinical Life, hosted by nurses for nurses, we’re joined by Marla J. Weston, PhD, RN, FAAN, and Lesly Kelly, PhD, RN, FAAN. Together, we’ll discuss the current state of nursing, explore the demographic …

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Update in Immunizations 2024 28:51

10d ago28:51

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Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. [@chutkaMD] Guest: Robert M. Jacobson, M.D. Immunizations are one of the greatest success stories in modern medicine and it’s estimated that they’ve saved more lives and prevented more disabilities than any other medical intervention. They’re probably responsible, more than any other medical advance in contributing to o…

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142: UAA MLS : Microbiology and Research 1:17:46

15d ago1:17:46

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In this episode Luis talks to Grace Leu-Burke, Program Director and professor at the University of Alaska in Anchorage (UAA) Medical Laboratory Sciences Program. She joins the podcast to talk about her career and talks about the MLS program at UAA. She goes over the Microbiology curriculum, the importance of biochemical testing, and more. She also …

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RISE FOR EQUITY Podcast | Demystifying Equity: Navigating the Intersection of AI and Healthcare 41:44

21d ago41:44

41:44

Brought to you by: Mayo Clinic Talks Podcast Host: Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara Guests: John Halamka, M.D., M.S., and Sonya Makhni, M.D., M.S., M.B.A. On this episode of the RISE for Equity podcast, Dr. John Halamka and Dr. Sonya Makhni join host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara to explore the multifaceted realm of Equity in Artificial Intelligence (AI). Delving into …

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OT and PT Working Together To Systemically Transform Maternal Health From a Culture of Trauma to Supported Liberation: An Interdisciplinary Call to Action For All at the Individual, Micro, Meso, and ... 2:23:09

25d ago2:23:09

2:23:09

The podcast interview discusses maternal health disparities, the importance of collaboration between occupational therapists and physical therapists, and the role of technology and personal experiences in empowering women and improving healthcare outcomes, with a focus on trauma-informed, individualized care and systemic change. Released in Tandem …

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Episode 6: Astrid Weins on Anti-Nephrin Antibodies and Nephropathology 17:23

21d ago17:23

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In this episode, Kenar and Koyal interview Dr. Astrid Weins, MD, PhD, about nephropathology, new approaches to solving the mysteries of nephrotic syndrome, and her research on anti-nephrin antibodies in minimal change disease. Dr. Weins is Chief of Integrated Renal Pathology at Mass General/Brigham and an Assistant Professor of Pathology at Harvard…

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141: AR Isolate Bank 37:25

1M ago37:25

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As a microbiologist, you might have worked on a project or validation that involved organisms from the AR Isolate Bank. You might have asked where they came from and you were told that they were obtained from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). What is the Antimicrobial Resistance Isolate Bank (AR Bank)? What organisms are part of …

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Inhalation Injuries in First Responders 25:29

29d ago25:29

25:29

Host: Joshua D. Luciew, MPAS, P.A.-C. Guest: Brittany A. Strelow, DMSc, P.A.-C., M.S. Air pollution is a pervasive issue that surrounds us every day, with varying degrees of severity depending on our environment. As we go about our daily lives, we unknowingly inhale harmful substances that are present in the air. But what happens when this exposure…

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140: Talking AMR: Tetracyclines 51:19

1M ago51:19

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The next episode of the AMR series is here! Luis and Andrea are joined by Dr. Brandon Hill to talk about the Tetracyclines. What is the mechanism of action of this antimicrobial group? What drugs are part of it? Is there any intrinsic resistance? Tune in for another great episode where we "break down" antimicrobials. Questions? Feedback? Send those…

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Lab Medicine Edition | CBC: Platelets (Thrombocytosis, Thrombocytopenia) 30:22

30d ago30:22

30:22

HOST: Andy Herber, P.A.-C. GUEST: Ronald S. Go, M.D. Join our host, Andy J. Herber, P.A.-C., as he discusses the complete blood count (CBC), which is one of the most ordered laboratory tests in the primary care setting. Providers are frequently tasked with evaluating all aspects of the CBC. A keen understanding of this laboratory test is essential …

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Prenatal Care 23:14

1M ago23:14

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Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D., [@chutkaMD] Guest: Michele A. Hanson, M.D. There are a variety of things a woman can do to increase the odds of successful pregnancy. One of the most important is receiving regular prenatal care. It provides major benefits to both the mother and the unborn child. It’s been shown to reduce the risk of pregnancy complica…

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139: Bacillus: morphology and media 25:33

1M ago25:33

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Originally released as episode 76, in this episode Luis continues going over Bacillus. Now that we know its groups and what diseases they are implicated on, it's time to talk about media and morphology. What do the colonies look like? What is MYP agar? PEMBA? Tune in to find out. Questions? Feedback? Send those to letstalkmicro@outlook.com Want to …

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Lab Medicine Edition | CBC: White Blood Cell Count (WBC) (Leukocytosis, Leukopenia) 28:53

1M ago28:53

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HOST: Andy Herber, P.A.-C. GUEST: Ronald S. Go, M.D. Join our host, Andy J. Herber, P.A.-C. as he discusses the complete blood count (CBC), which is one of the most ordered laboratory tests in the primary care setting. Providers are frequently tasked with evaluating all aspects of the CBC. A keen understanding of this laboratory test is essential t…

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Esophageal Cancer Diagnosis and Care for the Primary Care Provider 27:04

1M ago27:04

27:04

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D., [@chutkaMD] Guest: Tanios S. Bekaii-Saab, M.D. Although esophageal cancer is not a common malignancy, when found it often has a poor prognosis. It’s about four times more likely to occur in a male than a female. Although a variety of malignancies can develop in the esophagus, most tend to be either squamous cell or ade…

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Episode 5: Industry Perspective with Jula Inrig: Endothelin Antagonism, IgAN, FSGS, Clinical Trial Career Paths, and the New Era of Nephrology Trials 24:54

2M ago24:54

24:54

In this episode, Kenar and Koyal talk with Dr. Jula Inrig about endothelin physiology and different approaches to endothelin antagonism, trials of sparsentan in IgAN and FSGS, the art and science of clinical trial design, career paths in clinical research outside academia, and how we got to our current era of plentiful nephrology clinical trials. D…

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138: Bacillus species 25:35

2M ago25:35

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Originally released as episode 75, in this episode Luis talks about Bacillus and related genera. What are the species that are part of this genus? Which species cause food poisoning? What about endophthalmitis? What are spores? Tune in to find out. Questions? Feedback? Send those to letstalkmicro@outlook.com Want to support the podcast? Here's how:…

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Thriving Together: Cultivating Gender Equity and Engagement in the Healthcare Workforce with Shikha Jain, MD, FACP 44:16

1M ago44:16

44:16

In this episode of This Clinical Life, Stephen Beeson, MD sits down with Shikha Jain, MD, FACP, an esteemed oncologist, community builder, and prominent advocate for gender equity. Together, they will explore impactful strategies aimed at advancing gender equity in healthcare, and share tips to foster a collaborative and supportive environment to e…

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Lab Medicine Edition | CBC: Hemoglobin/Anemia (Micro, Macro, Hemolytic) 35:34

2M ago35:34

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HOST: Andy Herber, P.A.-C. GUEST: Ronald S. Go, M.D. Join our host, Andy J. Herber, P.A.-C., as he discusses the complete blood count (CBC), which is one of the most ordered laboratory tests in the primary care setting. Providers are frequently tasked with evaluating all aspects of the CBC. A keen understanding of this laboratory test is essential …

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in Healthcare 52:40

2M ago52:40

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Hosts: Dawn Davis, M.D. and Sanj Kakar, M.D., @sanjkakar Guests: Anjali Bhagra, M.D. and Basel Sharaf, M.D., DDS On this episode, Dr. Anjali Bhagra and Dr. Basel Sharaf join hosts Dr. Dawn Davis and Dr. Sanj Kakar to discuss the transformation of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in healthcare. At Mayo Clinic there are populations of patients o…

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137: Corynebacterium diphtheriae: media and more 24:41

2M ago24:41

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In this episode Luis continues going over Corynebacterium. In the last episode he mentioned some media that is used to isolate Corynebacterium diphtheriae. Have you heard of cystine tellurite agar? How about Tinsdale agar? What type of testing is there for the diphtheria toxin?What test systems can identify C. diphtheriae? Tune in to learn more abo…

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Lab Medicine Edition | Electrolytes: Calcium (Hypercalcemia, Hypocalcemia) 31:22

2M ago31:22

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HOST: Andy Herber, P.A.-C. GUEST: Mira T. Keddis, M.D. Join our host, Andy J. Herber, P.A.-C. to take a deeper look at hypercalcemia and hypocalcemia. This podcast will do a review of the management of calcium disorders with guest, Mira T. Keddis, M.D. Mayo Clinic Talks: Lab Medicine Edition | Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Developme…

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Ink and Inclusion: Breaking Barriers in the Occupation of Tattoo Artistry and Beyond 1:31:57

2M ago1:31:57

1:31:57

This Podcast discusses a conversation with Angel, a Tacoma Area tattoo artist, about her journey into the tattoo industry, the skills required, the therapeutic aspect of her work, the need for more diversity and representation in the field, and her community work with the Hundredth Monkey art organization, with future steps including sharing resour…

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RISE FOR EQUITY Podcast: Pride in Health: Navigating the Path to LGBTQ+ Health Equity 29:08

2M ago29:08

29:08

Brought to you by: Mayo Clinic Talks Podcast Host: Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara Guest: Victor G. Chedid, M.D., M.S. On this episode of the RISE for Equity podcast, Victor G. Chedid, M.D., M.S., joins host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara to explore the critical topic of Health Equity within the LGBTQ+ communities. Delving into the multifaceted dimensions of this issue…

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136: Corynebacterium 25:41

2M ago25:41

25:41

Back to the gram-positive rods! This week Luis goes back to gram-positive rods: Corynebacterium this time. The episode starts with an overview: gram stain, biochemicals, morphology, and species. What do you know about Corynebacterium diphtheriae? Does it always cause diphtheria? What is a pseudomembrane? Tune in and download this episode to learn a…

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Lab Medicine Edition | Electrolytes: Potassium (Hyperkalemia, Hypokalemia) 32:22

2M ago32:22

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HOST: Andy Herber, P.A.-C. GUEST: Mira T. Keddis, M.D. Join our host, Andy J. Herber, P.A.-C., as he explores potassium disorders that are commonly encountered by Primary Care Providers. High and Low potassium if not appropriately managed can lead to lethal complications. This episode provides a discussion about the workup and management of Hyperka…

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When to Refer a Patient for a Lung Transplant 23:08

2M ago23:08

23:08

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. [@chutkaMD] Guest: Kelly Pennington, M.D. Guest: Sahar Saddoughi, M.D., Ph.D. The lung is one of the most common organs transplanted, trailing transplants of kidney, liver, and heart, with over 2600 performed in 2022. Lung transplantation may involve transplanting either one or both lungs, and occasionally performed tog…

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135: Talking ID Stewardship, learning antibiotics, and more 55:40

2M ago55:40

55:40

What is antimicrobial stewardship ? What is a hospital antibiogram? In this episode Dr. Timothy Gauthier joins the podcast and talks to Luis about antimicrobial stewardship. Dr. Gauthier is a pharmacist and creator of the IDstewardship.com and Learnantibiotics.com websites. He is also the author of a book titled Learn Antibiotics. Luis asks him abo…

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Lab Medicine Edition | Electrolytes: Sodium (Hypernatremia, Hyponatremia) 34:25

2M ago34:25

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HOST: Andy Herber, P.A.-C. GUEST: Mira T. Keddis, M.D. Join our host, Andy J. Herber, P.A.-C., as he explores Hyponatremia and Hypernatremia; common findings in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. Sodium disorders are associated with an increased morbidity and mortality for patients. Guest, Mira T. Keddis, M.D. , renown Mayo Clinic Nephrolo…

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When to Refer a Patient for a Heart Transplant 22:08

2M ago22:08

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Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. [@chutkaMD] Guest: Drew N. Rosenbaum, M.D. The first heart transplant patient survived only 18 days as the early attempts of heart transplantation were plagued by immune rejection of the transplanted organ. Today, thanks to the many advances in organ transplantation, heart transplant patients typically lead productive l…

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134: Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) 29:34

3M ago29:34

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What is the Doctor in Public Health (DrPH) degree? What kind of work does it prepare you to do? What concentrations does this degree has? In this episode Luis talks to Dr. Jill Roberts, an associate professor at the University of South Florida (USF). Dr. Roberts is the director of the DrPH with a concentration in Public Health and Clinical Laborato…

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Menopause and Women's Health Edition | Menopause and Sexual Health 31:11

3M ago31:11

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HOST - Dawn Marie R. Davis, M.D. GUEST - Jennifer Vencill, PhD, LP Sexual health during menopause is often a forgotten topic for female patients. Dr. Jennifer Vencill joins the podcast to discuss common sexual health concerns normal, what to expect, and how to seek assistance for patients in terms of sexual health during menopause and later life. T…

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RISE FOR EQUITY Podcast: Breaking Down Weight Bias: Unpacking Prejudice in the Doctor’s Office 26:16

3M ago26:16

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Host: Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara Guest: Sumit Bhagra, M.D. On this episode of the RISE for Equity podcast, Dr. Sumit Bhagra joins host, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara, to discuss the topic of the issue of weight bias in healthcare and its profound health implications. Delving into the roots of weight bias, the discussion explores its detrimental effects on both ph…

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133: Teaching Microbiology in High School 56:13

3M ago56:13

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Microbiology in high school ? Must people take biology in high school, but microbiology is not typically an option. Those of you that are microbiology lovers, would you have taken it had there been an option? Well, check out this episode where Meredith Townsend, a high school teacher joins the podcast to talk to Luis about teaching microbiology to …

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Menopause and Women's Health Edition | Hormones and Sexual Health After Cancer 33:27

3M ago33:27

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HOST - Dawn Marie R. Davis, M.D. GUEST - Carol Kuhle, DO, MPH Guest, Dr. Carol Kuhle, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of hormones, hormone regulation, sexual health and hormone driven cancers. The needs of women with cancer and cancer survivors are often overlooked when it comes to the effect of hormones and the outcomes for sexual heal…

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Elevating the Human Experience Through Skill Building in Healthcare with Jason Wolf, PhD, CPXP, President and CEO of The Beryl Institute 52:22

3M ago52:22

52:22

Given the challenges facing healthcare, is it possible to enhance the human experience for both patients and providers while also addressing margin pressures and mitigating care team member burnout? In this episode of This Clinical Life, our host, Stephen Beeson, MD, sat down with Jason Wolf, PhD, CPXP, President and CEO of The Beryl Institute, to …

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Tuberculosis 27:44

3M ago27:44

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Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. [@chutkaMD] Guest: Zelalem Temesgen, M.D. It’s thought that a variant of tuberculosis originated in East Africa around 3 million years ago with the current strain of Mycobacterium tuberculosis dating back at least 20,000 years. Although easily spread from one person to another, not everyone infected develops active dise…

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132: Listeria: media and more 24:26

3M ago24:26

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In this episode Luis continues going over Listeria: testing and media. First he goes over two test systems that can detect Listeria in blood, and then he goes over media. Have you heard of Oxford or Palcalm agar? How about chromogenic agar for Listeria? Tune in to continue learning about this critical organism. Questions? Feedback? Email those to l…

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Menopause and Women's Health Edition | Topical and Non-Hormonal Therapies 28:19

3M ago28:19

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HOST - Dawn Marie R. Davis, M.D. GUEST - Hannah C. Nordhues, M.D. GUEST - Amber Klindworth, P.A.-C. Menopause symptoms for women not only have a personal impact on the individual, but also a public health impact. Studies have shown an annual economic impact of 1.8 billion dollars in lost workdays and 25 billion dollars in medical costs for women co…

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Update in Asthma 30:16

3M ago30:16

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Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. [@chutkaMD] Guest: John C. Lewis, M.D. It’s estimated that 25 million people in the U.S. have asthma; this represents about 1 in every 13 individuals. It’s more common in females and is a leading cause of chronic disease in children. Asthma represents a common reason for an outpatient visit and is unfortunately, also a …

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131: Listeria 26:18

3M ago26:18

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Luis is talking micro in this episode. We continue our journey over gram-positive rods. This time is about Listeria. What are the virulence factors of Listeria? What is its morphology? Biochemicals? Tune in to learn about this critical organism, its resemblance to another pathogen, ways of identifying it, atypical presentations, and more. Questions…

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Menopause & Women's Health Edition | Menopause and Hormonal Therapy 31:28

3M ago31:28

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HOST - Dawn Marie R. Davis, M.D. GUEST - Jewel M. Kling, M.D., M.P.H. The number of midlife women transitioning into menopause is substantial with more than one million women in the U.S. entering menopause each year. Symptoms such as vasomotor symptoms (VMS), mood and sleep disturbances, and sexual problems are common during the menopause transitio…

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A Career in Academic Medicine 55:11

3M ago55:11

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Hosts: Sanj Kakar, M.D., @sanjkakar | Dawn R. Davis, M.D. Guests: Rondell P. Graham, M.B.B.S. | Laura E. Raffals, M.D. | Sophie J. Bakri, M.D. A career in academic medicine can be rewarding, but also requires careful consideration to determine the best pathway to pursue. Join hosts Sanj Kakar, M.D. and Dawn Davis, M.D. as they discuss with our gues…

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Episode 4: NephMadness Special! Anna Burgner on Preeclampsia 20:01

3M ago20:01

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It's March, and that means it's time for NephMadness! Every year, our friends at AJKDBlog pit 16 unique regions of nephrology against each other in a basketball-style tournament. Prepare for the Preeclampsia region by listening to this special episode, where Anna Burgner from Vanderbilt University joins Kenar and Koyal to discuss recent discoveries…

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