Guest: Joseph A. Murray, M.D. Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) The diagnosis and management of Celiac Disease is discussed with Dr. Joseph Murray, a gastroenterologist from the Mayo Clinic. Specific topics discussed include: Typical presentations of Celiac Disease in children and adults Difficulties encountered in establishing a diagnosis Small bowel pathology seen in Celiac…
Read MoreGuest: John J. Poterucha, M.D. Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) The topic of Hepatitis C, including risk factors, evaluation and management was discussed with Dr. John Poterucha, a gastroenterologist from the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Specific topics discussed include: Serologic testing for hepatitis C Symptoms of hepatitis C Risk factors for hepatitis C…
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This episode is shared from Mayo Clinic Q&A and was recorded in November, 2020. Guest: William G. Morice, II, M.D., Ph.D. (@moricemdph) Host: Halena M. Gazelka, M.D. (@hmgazelkamd) When the COVID-19 pandemic began, one of the areas of science and research most affected was laboratory medicine. From developing tests that detect the virus, to…
Read MoreGuest: Robert M. Jacobson, M.D. (@RobertJMD) Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) It is extremely important that our patients receive the influenza vaccine this year. In previous years, less than half of the population has received it. Dr. Robert Jacobson, a pediatrician and vaccine specialist at the Mayo Clinic, joins us to discuss the reasons it’s so important for our…
Read MoreGuest: Ericka E. Tung, M.D. Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) The topic of Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias was discussed along with the importance of providing care of the patient’s care-givers by Dr. Ericka Tung, a geriatrician in the Division of Community Internal Medicine at the Mayo Clinic. Specific topics discussed include: Common symptoms…
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This episode is shared from Mayo Clinic Q&A and was recorded in October, 2020. To claim credit visit: https://ce.mayo.edu/covid19podcast Guest: Gregory A. Poland, M.D. (@drgregpoland) Host: Halena M. Gazelka, M.D. (@hmgazelkamd) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its guidelines for defining close contact with a person who is positive for…
Read MoreGuest: Lewis J. Wesselius, M.D. Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) The topic of COPD including risk factors, evaluation and management is discussed with Dr. Lewis Wesselius, a pulmonologist in the Division of Thoracic Disease at the Mayo Clinic. Specific topics discussed include the following: Review of the various types of COPD. Similarities…
Read MoreGuest: James T C Li, M.D., Ph.D. (@jameslimd) Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) The topic of anaphylaxis is reviewed including its causes, management and potential complications by James T C Li, M.D., Ph.D., an allergist from the Division of Allergic Disease from the Mayo Clinic. Specific topics discussed include the following: Truths vs. myths…
Read MoreGuest: Christopher Camp, M.D. (@ChrisCampMD) Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) The shoulder is unique in both structure and function. Injuries can occur acutely or overtime from wear and tear. If a patient presents with shoulder pain, when do you order imaging? What is role of steroid injections? When should a patient apply ice or apply heat?…
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This episode is shared from Mayo Clinic Q&A and was recorded in October, 2020. To claim credit visit: https://ce.mayo.edu/covid19podcast Guest: Gregory A. Poland, M.D. (@drgregpoland) Host: Halena M. Gazelka, M.D. (@hmgazelkamd) Antiviral drugs are medicines that fight against viruses in the human body by impeding the infection process. Antivirals are commonly used to treat HIV/AIDS,…
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