Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast

Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast

Author: Core IM Team Language: English Episodes: 100
Ever find yourself in the middle of a busy day, wondering about the 'why' behind a common treatment or needing a clear way to think through a complex diagnosis? That's the space where Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast lives. Created by the Core IM Team, this isn't just a lecture series; it's a practical companion for clinicians, students, and anyone curious about the inner workings of medical practice. Each episode is structured into distinct segments that tackle different facets of the clinical world. You'll hear "5 Pearls" for concise, immediately useful takeaways, and "Mind the Gap" explores the evidence and reasoning behind our everyday decisions. When management gets tricky, "Gray Matters" steps in to untangle the thought process, while "Hoofbeats" focuses on sharpening diagnostic acumen. Finally, "At the Bedside" brings it all together, addressing the real and often nuanced challenges faced in patient care. The conversation throughout this podcast is grounded, thoughtful, and driven by a genuine desire to deepen understanding beyond the textbook. It’s about connecting the dots between knowledge and application, making the intricate landscape of internal medicine a bit more navigable, one discussion at a time.
Episodes
#204 Diabetic Foot Infections & Osteomyelitis: 5 Pearls Segment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:30
Why can these infections be tricky? How to diagnose osteomyelitis at the bedside? Do we always need IV vs oral antibiotics? And the best for last: Simple, practical wound care strategies for medical students, residents,…
#203 POCUS for AKI & Dialysis | Real Cases That Changed Management [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:19
A dialysis patient with a chronic cough: is it COPD, or are they still volume overloaded?A patient with AKI and hyperkalemia says they’re still peeing — does that rule out post-obstructive AKI?A patient arrives in the ED…
#202 Dementia Part 2: Gray Matters Segment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:16
Most clinicians see dementia medications on the med rec, but many of us aren’t sure how much they actually help. In this episode we break down donepezil, memantine, and the new anti-amyloid drugs, and when to stop them.•…
#201: Dementia Part 1: Gray Matters Segment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:27
Cognitive decline is tough for all parties. What are the high-yield questions to ask? What should you add to your one-liner? When do you stop using MOCA and try to clearly describe their functional status? Do all patient…
#199 Privacy & Confidentiality: At the Bedside Segment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:45
Is patient confidentiality absolute or conditional? When does protecting privacy put others at risk? Can you follow a former patient in the EHR for learning? Should you post a compelling case online even if it’s “de-iden…
#197 Hypercoagulability Part 2: 5 Pearls Segment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:26
Gray zones of VTE management! How to approach anticoagulation duration in unprovoked, provoked-irreversible, and provoked-reversible clots?When dose-reduced DOACs make sense for long-term secondary prevention? What truly…
#196 Stories of Courage and Career Development with Horn Award [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:13
We hope these stories resonate with anyone who has felt pulled between professional purpose and personal life, and remind you that you’re not alone in wanting both.🔹 Sponsor: Oakstone CMEUse the code "CORE30" for 30% off…