Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) Guest: Wilson I. Gonsalves, M.D. Monoclonal gammopathies represent abnormal proteins produced by plasma cells. The most common monoclonal gammopathy is monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance or MGUS. While MGUS itself is not a malignancy and doesn’t require treatment, patients with MGUS have an increased risk of developing a variety…

This episode is shared from Mayo Clinic Q&A and was recorded on August 31, 2022 Guest: Gregory A. Poland, M.D. (@drgregpoland) Host: Halena M. Gazelka, M.D. (@hmgazelkamd) The first significant change to COVID-19 vaccines since their rollout came this week as the Food and Drug Administration granted emergency use authorization for updated Moderna and Pfizer…

Host: Joshua D. Luciew, P.A.-C. Guest: Arthur J. De Luigi, D.O., M.H.A. (@DrDeLuigi, https://twitter.com/drdeluigi) Heel and foot pain can be a burdensome symptom for our patients, as discomfort can be experienced with each step they take, hindering locomotion. Many different patient populations are required to be on their feet for their job or for various…

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) Guest: Julie A. Khoury, M.D. Peripheral neuropathy is a relatively common neurologic condition we frequently see in primary care. Some patients may describe the symptoms as paresthesias and they represent a minor nuisance, however others may have very painful dysesthesias. Since some peripheral neuropathies are reversible, we need to…

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) Guest: Ivan E. Porter, II M.D. Kidney stones are quite common and represent one of the most common disorders of the urinary system. When symptomatic, stones are relatively easy to diagnose as they tend to cause a very characteristic clinical presentation. While most stones will pass through the urinary…

Guest: Sandra J. Taler, M.D. Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) It’s estimated that over 70% of those 65 and older have hypertension and there’s good evidence to show that less than half of these elderly individuals are adequately controlled. While there are many similarities between hypertension in the elderly and the general population, there…

Host: Sanjeev (Sanj) Kakar, M.D. (sanjkakar) Guest: William W. Cross, III, M.D. (@WilliamCross3MD) Did you know the lifetime prevalence of generalized low back pain is estimated at 60% to 70% in industrialized countries? Often overlooked, the sacroiliac or SI joint can cause approximately one third of these cases. How do you determine the difference between the two? In this…

To claim credit for this episode, visit Mayo Clinic Talks Podcast: Headache Edition – Online CME Course. Guest: Mark A. Whealy, M.D. Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) Headache disorders are extremely common, and patients frequently seek our help in the outpatient setting regarding management of their headaches. On occasion, they may present to the emergency…

Guest: Tatnai L. Burnett, M.D. Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) Endometriosis affects approximately one in ten women during their reproductive age and can result in chronic abdominal symptoms, including pelvic pain and at times infertility. It can produce a variety of vague symptoms which commonly causes a delay in establishing a diagnosis. Since women…

To claim credit for this episode, visit Mayo Clinic Talks Podcast: Headache Edition – Online CME Course. Guest: Juliana H. VanderPluym, M.D. Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) Headaches in children are relatively common and although there are many similarities to headaches in adults, there are some differences as well. Symptoms can be slightly different, and…