To claim credit for this episode, visit Mayo Clinic Talks Podcast: Headache Edition – Online CME Course. Guest: Fred (Michael) M. Cutrer, M.D. Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) It is estimated that nearly 40 million individuals in the United States have migraines and they’re responsible for a significant amount of lost productivity and healthcare costs….

Guest: Eric J. Dozois, M.D. Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) In the mid-1960’s Dr. Henry Lynch first described a condition characterized as the “cancer family syndrome” in which members of families demonstrated an increased risk of a variety of malignancies. This eventually became known as “Lynch Syndrome”. Lynch Syndrome is a genetic disorder and…

To claim credit for this episode, visit Mayo Clinic Talks Podcast: Headache Edition – Online CME Course. Guest: Carrie (Beth) E. Robertson, M.D. Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) Migraine represents a major public health problem and is relatively common affecting an estimated 36 million individuals per year. It is much more likely to affect…

To claim credit for this episode, visit Mayo Clinic Talks Podcast: Headache Edition – Online CME Course. Guest: Jerry W. Swanson, M.D., M.H.P.E. Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) Everyone has experienced a headache and for most of us, they are just a minor inconvenience. Unfortunately for some, headaches represent a major health problem. The…

Guest: Brendan C. Lanpher, M.D. Host: David J. Sas, D.O. (@davidsas1) Inborn errors of metabolism can present in a variety of ways depending on the specific type of disease.  The most critical presentation to identify occurs in the neonatal period when more severe diseases can cause acute decompensation.  These patients require appropriate evaluation and timely,…

Host: Joshua D. Luciew, MPAS, P.A.-C.    Guest: Neeta Jain, M.D. Depression is a common condition that we see in our practices. It is a multifactorial disease that can affect patients of all ages. In this episode, we discuss women and depression, as women are twice as likely as men to receive this diagnosis. We will…

Guest: Candace F. Granberg, M.D. (@candacegranberg) Host: David J. Sas, D.O. (@davidsas1) Detection and management of undescended testicles (cryptorchidism) is a common issue for newborn and infant boys.  This episode discusses proper diagnostic techniques for cryptorchidism, including how to distinguish between a retractile testicle and a truly undescended testicle, as well as when to refer…

Guest: Irina Bancos, M.D. (@IrinaBancos) Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) Fatigue, weakness, and loss of appetite are very vague and non-specific symptoms, and unfortunately relatively common complaints our patients describe to us. However, they may also be the presenting symptoms of adrenal insufficiency. If untreated, serious complications can develop, the most serious being an…

Guest: Irina Bancos, M.D. (@IrinaBancos) Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) The widespread use of CT and MRI scans has resulted in frequent serendipitous findings, including adrenal nodules. When these nodules are found, two questions need to be answered. Is the nodule malignant and is this nodule metabolically active? This podcast will address these incidentally…

To claim credit for this episode, visit: Mayo Clinic Talks Podcast: Eating Disorders Edition Guest(s):   Scott Crow, M.D.; Carol B. Peterson, Ph.D., L.P. Host:  Jocelyn R. Lebow, Ph.D., L.P. While eating disorders are often thought of as disorders of adolescence, they impact adult patients across their lifespan. While many of the characteristics of these disorders…