Episode 616: Taking the “ouch” out of IUD insertion: Can topical lidocaine help?

Hosted by professor and pharmacist James McCormack, Best Science Medicine Podcast-BS without the BS cuts through the noise of medical marketing and entrenched dogma. Each weekly episode focuses on drug therapy, dissecting the latest research and clinical guidelines with a critical eye. The goal is to provide health professionals-from physicians and nurses to pharmacists and physician assistants-with actionable, evidence-based insights they can use immediately in patient care. This isn't dry academic lecture; it's a conversation built on healthy skepticism, designed to be both practical and engaging. Think of it as myth-busting for the clinic, where complex data is translated into clear takeaways. You'll hear straightforward analysis that questions common assumptions, evaluates the real-world impact of new studies, and separates factual science from the promotional "BS" that often surrounds medication. The podcast serves as a continuing education tool that champions therapeutic rationality, all delivered with a dose of wit to make the science stick. Tune in for a regular dose of clarity that aims to directly inform and improve day-to-day clinical decisions.