Prostate Cancer Screening Is Back in the News: What Now?
In new draft recommendations, the USPSTF proposes a reversal of their 2012 position on prostate cancer screening. (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - April 17, 2017 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Insulin Resistance: When We Are the Problem
Patient resistance is a well-known barrier to the use of insulin, but what about clinician resistance? (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - April 10, 2017 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
The AHCA and the Primary Care Wish List
Does the proposed American Health Care Act meet the principles established by organized medicine? (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - March 20, 2017 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Insulin: The Systemic Effects
We know that insulin can help patients with diabetes, but can it also place them in harm ' s way? (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - March 9, 2017 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Are the Testosterone Trials the Final Word?
The just-released Testosterone Trials provide more information on screening for or treating low T. Should family physicians intervene in older men? (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - March 6, 2017 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Managing Obesity in Primary Care: When It's Time for Gastric Bypass
In the third installment of this series on managing obesity in primary care, Drs Vega and Apovian discuss the surgical approach. (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - February 21, 2017 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Insulin: A Synergistic Choice
Drs Shubrook and Skolnik discuss the role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in the management of type 2 diabetes and the surprising benefits of these agents when combined with insulin. (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - February 10, 2017 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Morning Report: Lung Cancer Screening, NSAIDs, Foreign-Trained MDs
Dr Arefa Cassoobhoy highlights some of this week ' s most important medical news: pros and cons of lung cancer screening; NSAIDs for respiratory infection and MI risk; foreign- vs US-trained physicians. (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - February 10, 2017 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
If Children Got the HPV4 Vaccine Series, Should They Get HPV9?
Dr Paul Offit explains why those who have completed the HPV4 series should also receive HPV9. (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - February 9, 2017 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
ACIP 2017 Immunization Schedule: The Key Points
What are the key changes to recommendations for adult immunizations in 2017? (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - February 6, 2017 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
How to Choose a Basal Insulin
So many choices! A diabetes expert provides tips on selecting a basal insulin for a patient with diabetes. (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - December 12, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Morning Report: Penicillin Allergy, Levothyroxine, Statins
Dr Arefa Cassoobhoy highlights some of this week ' s most important medical news, including confirming penicillin allergy, overuse of levothyroxine, and final USPSTF recommendations for use of statins. (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - December 2, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Is Physician Leadership Right for You?
With the changing healthcare environment, physician leadership is becoming more important. Dr Pegus shares some tips for success for those who may be considering a role in physician leadership. (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - November 28, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Conducting Medical Exams in Those Seeking Asylum in the US
One role of primary care physicians may be to evaluate persons seeking asylum in the United States, which involves a very careful and detailed history and physical examination. (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - November 22, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
e-Visits: Time for You to Consider?
E-visits can help physicians reach underserved communities and make medical care more accessible to their current patients. (Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Family Medicine Podcast - November 16, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
