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  • #542: Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) with Dr. Purna Kashyap
    2026/10/12

    Expertly evaluate and manage small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) with Dr. Purna Kashyap (@KashyapPurna, Mayo profile). Identify when and how to test for SIBO and review treatment options.

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    Show Segments

    • Intro
    • Case
    • Topic
    • Rapid fire questions/Picks of the Week
    • Outro

    Credits

    • Written, Produced, Infographic and Cover Art by: Elena Gibson MD
    • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Reviewer: Leah J. Witt Gaspard, MD
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Technical Production: PodPaste
    • Guest: Purna Kashyap MBBS


    Disclosures

    Dr. Kashyap is a member of the scientific advisory board of the International Observatory of Biocodex Microbiota Institute, chair of the scientific advisory board of the American Gastroenterology Association Center for Gut Microbiome Education and Research, ad hoc advisory board member for Pendulum, and Intrinsic Medicine, and advisory board member for 32 Biosciences for which he receives equity option as compensation.The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.


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  • #540 Hotcakes: Varenicline by mail for smoking cessation, anticoagulation for intermediate risk AF, CAC score plus PREVENT, blood testing for CRC, oral PCSK9 inhibitors, and more
    2026/09/28

    Join us as we review recent practice-changing articles on Varenicline by mail for smoking cessation, anticoagulation for intermediate risk AF, CAC scores plus PREVENT for ASCVD risk stratification, blood testing for CRC, a new oral PCSK9 inhibitor, and more. Fill your brain hole with a delicious stack of hotcakes! Featuring Paul Williams (@PaulNWilliamz), Rahul Ganatra (@rbganatra), and Matt Watto (@doctorwatto).

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    Credits

    • Written and Hosted by: Rahul Ganatra MD, MPH; Paul Williams, MD, FACP, Matthew Watto MD, FACP
    • Cover Art: Rahul Ganatra, MD, MPH
    • Reviewer: Sai S Achi, MD, MBA, FACP
    • Technical Production: Pod Paste
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP


    Show Segments

    • Intro, disclaimer
    • Varenicline by mail for smoking cessation
    • Anticoagulation for intermediate-risk AF
    • CAC scores added to PREVENT for ASCVD
    • Blood testing for colorectal cancer
    • Oral PCSK9 inhibitor, negative results for pelacarsan and ziltivekimab
    • Outro


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  • #541 A Walk Through the 2026 Lipid Management Guidelines
    2026/10/05

    Cardiovascular disease caused by hyperlipidemia is the leading cause of death worldwide, but it doesn’t have to be! We have the tools to treat this widespread problem. Dr. Daniel Edmundowicz (Temple University) takes us through how to keep lipids where they should be, low.

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    Show Segments

    • Intro
    • Case
    • Topic
    • Rapid fire questions/Picks of the Week
    • Outro

    Credits

    • Written and Produced by: Deborah Gorth MD, PhD
    • Infographic and Cover Art by: Deborah Gorth MD, PhD and Meryl Gorth RD, MPH
    • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Technical Production: PodPaste
    • Guest: Daniel Edmundowicz MD, MBA, FACP, FACC


    Disclosures

    Dr. Edmundwicz reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.

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  • REBOOT #511 Alzheimer's Disease: Updates in Diagnosis and Treatment
    2026/09/21

    Blood-based Biomarkers, Anti-Amyloid Therapies and Beyond

    We have another classic episode for you. From blood-based biomarkers to anti-amyloid treatments, join us as we explore the latest in Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis and treatment with Dr. Halima Amjad. This episode will equip you to guide your patients about the latest Alzheimer’s diagnostics as well as eligibility, risks and monitoring for anti-amyloid therapies.

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    Show Segments

    • Intro
    • Case
    • Cognitive and functional history reminders
    • Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease
    • Blood-based biomarkers
    • Anti-amyloid therapy indications, eligibility and contraindications
    • Patient counseling and treatment decisions
    • ARIA
    • Key takeaways
    • Outro

    Credits

    • Written and Produced by: Natalie Barrett DO, Rachel K Miller MD
    • Show notes, cover art and infographic: Natalie Barrett DO, Rachel K Miller MD, Leah Witt MD
    • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Reviewer: Sai S Achi MD, MBA,FACP
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Technical Production: PodPaste
    • Guest: Halima Amjad, MD


    Disclosures

    Dr. Amjad reports financial relationships with Centene (Advisor) and Craniometrix (Advisor). Relationships have not ended. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.

    The production of this episode was supported by the Penn Geriatrics AGE-SMART Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Grant. This podcast content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the Health Resources and Services Administration or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.


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  • #539 TikTok Trends in Medicine
    2026/09/14

    Peptides, Mouth Tape, Raw Milk & More: What’s Worth the Hype?

    Learn the evidence on social media wellness trends and how to discuss with your patients (and friends!) without being dismissive (or falling for the hype). Explore viral trends like peptides, red light masks, sleepy girl mocktails and mouth taping along with understanding influencer incentives for promoting wellness trends. We’re joined by infectious disease epidemiologist and science communicator Jessica Malaty Rivera to talk evidence, uncertainty, misinformation, and trust, @jessicamalatyrivera, (JPHMP, @jessicamalatyrivera, Making Science Make Sense Substack),

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    Show Segments

    • Intro
    • Case
    • Why health information spreads on social media
    • Talking to patients about viral wellness trends
    • Peptides
    • Red light masks
    • Mouth taping
    • Sleepy girl mocktails
    • Raw milk and the appeal-to-nature fallacy
    • Fibermaxxing
    • Contrast therapy and cold plunging
    • Take-home points
    • Outro

    Credits

    • Producers, Writers, Show Notes, Infographics, Cover Art:: Rand Mudafr, Leah Witt Gaspard, MD
    • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Reviewer: Sai Achi, MD MBA FACP
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Technical Production: PodPaste
    • Guest: Jessica Malaty Rivera


    Disclosures

    Jessica Malaty Rivera reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.


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  • REBOOT #505 Demystifying Dizziness with Dr. David Hale
    2026/09/07

    We have another classic episode for you. Dizziness can be a daunting presenting symptom. Demystify dizziness with us by breaking it down by timing and triggers, various pertinent physical maneuvers, and even an approach to chronic dizziness. We are joined by our esteemed guest Dr. David Hale (Johns Hopkins)!


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  • #538: More Than a Gut Feeling - DGBIs with Dr. Iris Wang
    2026/08/31

    All About Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction

    Master disorders of gut–brain interaction. Learn how Rome V changes the diagnosis of IBS and other DGBIs, how to approach chronic diarrhea and the microbiome, and how to choose targeted treatments for bloating, pain, and vomiting. We’re joined by Dr. Xiao Jing (Iris) Wang, a gastroenterologist and expert in disorders of gut–brain interaction.

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    Show Segments

    • Intro
    • Updates to Rome V Criteria
    • Microbiome Information
    • Evaluation and Management of Chronic Diarrhea
    • Abelchia
    • Abdominophrenic Dyssynergia
    • Key Takeaways
    • Outro

    Credits

    • Written and Produced by: Zoya Surani
    • Show Notes, Infographic, Cover Art by: Zoya Surani
    • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Reviewer: Sai Achi MD, MBA, FACP
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Technical Production: PodPaste
    • Guest: Dr. Xiao Jing (Iris) Wang


    Disclosures

    Dr. Wang reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.


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  • #537 Hyperkalemia and Hypokalemia
    2026/08/24

    I’m Going Bananas for This One!

    Learn how to formulate a framework while dealing with potassium disorders in patients with varying levels of kidney disease.We’re joined by Dr Joel Topf, (@kidney_boy) to explore how to navigate potassium disorders, develop etiology frameworks, and treat these patients.

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    Show Segments

    • Intro
    • Rapid fire questions/Picks of the Week
    • Case 1: Hyperkalemia
    • How to Approach Patients with Hyperkalemia
    • Treatment Options for Hyperkalemia
    • Case 2: Hypokalemia
    • How to Approach Patients With Hypokalemia
    • Treatment Options for Hypokalemia
    • Case 3: Hyperkalemia in ESKD patients
    • How To Approach the Management in ESKD patients
    • Take Home Points
    • Outro

    Credits

    • Producer, Writer, Show Notes, Infographics, & Cover Art: Sai S Achi MD MBA FACP
    • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD
    • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
    • Technical Production: PodPaste
    • Guest: Joel Topf MD, FACP


    Disclosures

    Dr. Topf reports the following conflicts of interests: Advisor-Travere Therapeutics, Advisor-Otsuka, Advisor-Vera Therapeutics, Advisor-Novartis, Advisor-Vertex Therapeutics

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    1 時間 13 分