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MedEdTalks - Rheumatology

56 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★ - 6 ratings

MedEdTalks Rheumatology is an accredited educational podcast for providers to learn more about treating patients with Rheumatology diseases/disorders. Discover all content and topics, by visiting mededtalks.com.

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Episodes

Recent Updates on Management of Uncontrolled Gout, With Drs. Suneet Grewal, Puja Khanna, and Michael Pillinger

December 31, 2023 15:12 - 24 minutes - 11 MB

In this podcast, clinical experts discuss key findings presented during the past year on current and emerging therapies for managing uncontrolled gout.

Evidence-Based Tools to Detect and Assess Uncontrolled Gout, With Drs. Suneet Grewal, Puja Khanna, and Michael Pillinger

December 31, 2023 15:11 - 18 minutes - 8.27 MB

In this podcast, clinical experts discuss key findings presented during the past year on evidence-based tools for detection and assessment of uncontrolled gout.

Burden and Complications of Uncontrolled Gout, With Drs. Suneet Grewal, Puja Khanna, and Michael Pillinger

December 31, 2023 15:10 - 21 minutes - 9.7 MB

In this podcast, clinical experts discuss key findings presented during the past year on disease burden and comorbidities associated with uncontrolled gout.

Updates on Emerging Options for PrEP and COVID-19 Management in Immunocompromised Patients, With Drs. Leonard Calabrese and Kevin Winthrop

August 31, 2023 13:57 - 17 minutes - 33.3 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will discuss the current tools available for outpatient management of COVID-19 and provide updates on emerging options for preexposure prophylaxis. 

Outpatient Management of COVID-19 in Immunocompromised Patients: Educating the Patient, With Drs. Leonard Calabrese and Cassandra Calabrese

July 18, 2023 17:32 - 14 minutes - 26.7 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will discuss current unmet needs regarding patient education and review strategic messaging to enhance the preparedness of immunocompromised patients at risk for COVID-19.

Outpatient Management of COVID-19 Immunocompromised Patients: Educating the Practitioner, With Drs. Leonard Calabrese and Myron Cohen

June 21, 2023 15:59 - 16 minutes - 29.6 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will discuss outpatient management of COVID-19 and strategies to educate practitioners on best practices for those caring for immunocompromised patients.

COVID-19 Disease Behavior in Immunocompromised Patients, With Drs. Leonard Calabrese and Alfred Kim

May 31, 2023 16:19 - 15 minutes - 28.7 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will discuss how immune compromising conditions and iatrogenic causes of immune suppression affect risk for infection and severe outcomes with COVID-19. 

Case Discussions: Treating EGPA and Addressing Patient Concerns, With Drs. Leonard Calabrese and Adam Brown

May 18, 2023 18:29 - 14 minutes - 26.7 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will review clinical cases of varying severity to highlight evidence-based approaches for management of EGPA. 

Differential Diagnostic Considerations for EGPA, With Drs. Leonard Calabrese and Anisha Dua

May 18, 2023 18:28 - 16 minutes - 31.2 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will examine diagnostic approaches that can be used to distinguish EGPA from other vasculitides and hypereosinophilic conditions.

EGPA Management Updates, With Drs. Leonard Calabrese and Michael Putman

May 18, 2023 18:28 - 15 minutes - 28.2 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will discuss evidence-based practices on the appropriate use of glucocorticoids, immunosuppressants, and targeted therapy for induction and maintenance of remission in severe and non-severe forms of EGPA. 

Immunopathology, Clinical Manifestations, and Burdens of EGPA, With Drs. Leonard Calabrese and Adam Brown

May 18, 2023 18:27 - 14 minutes - 26.6 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will review the underlying immunopathology and various clinical presentations of EGPA and discuss its impact on patient quality of life.

Clinical Evidence for COVID PrEP, With Drs. Leonard Calabrese and Myron Cohen

April 17, 2023 15:45 - 19 minutes - 36.4 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will review recent developments involving monoclonal antibody therapies for COVID-19 and discuss ongoing studies on pre-exposure prophylaxis for immunocompromised patients.

Emerging Steroid-Sparing Options in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, With Drs. Calabrese, Littlejohn, and Grewal

March 27, 2023 17:31 - 22 minutes - 42.4 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will review a challenging case of systemic lupus erythematosus and discuss new or emerging therapeutic options that may be of benefit.

New Steroid-Sparing Approaches for Vasculitis, With Drs. Calabrese, Brown, and Fuchs

March 27, 2023 17:30 - 25 minutes - 46.7 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will review a challenging case of vasculitis and discuss new or emerging therapeutic options that may be of benefit.

Incorporating Recent Advances in Psoriatic Arthritis, With Drs. Calabrese, Husni, and Koenig

March 27, 2023 17:30 - 24 minutes - 46.1 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will review a challenging case of psoriatic arthritis and discuss new or emerging therapeutic options that may be of benefit.

Understanding COVID-19 PrEP: Challenges and Opportunities, With Drs. Leonard Calabrese and Cassandra Calabrese

March 20, 2023 16:43 - 15 minutes - 27.9 MB

In In this podcast, expert clinicians will discuss recent developments involving COVID-19 PrEP as well as current challenges and opportunities.

Cytokine Signaling and Signatures: A New Approach With Drs. Grace Wright and Iain McInnes

October 25, 2022 16:06 - 15 minutes - 28.8 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will discuss the promise of identifying and targeting the dominant cytokine networks active in the various disorders of IMID.

Janus Kinase Inhibitor Safety Update With Drs. Grace Wright and Kevin Winthrop

October 25, 2022 16:06 - 12 minutes - 23.8 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will review recent updates in the safety data regarding Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors and discuss the appropriate selection of candidates for safe and effective use of JAK inhibitor therapy.

IL-23/IL-17 Pathway in Inflammatory Skin and Joint Disease With Drs. Grace Wright and Kevin Winthrop

October 25, 2022 16:05 - 10 minutes - 19.4 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will discuss the safety and efficacy of interleukin-17/23 inhibitors for the management of inflammatory skin and joint diseases.

A Patient With COVID-19 Experiencing Hyperinflammation

March 01, 2022 15:14 - 13 minutes - 6.02 MB

In this Curbside Consults video, Drs. Calabrese and Cron discuss the case of a young adult with COVID-19 who experiences serious complications due to hyperinflammation.

A Newly Admitted Patient with COVID-19 and Worsening Respiratory Symptoms

March 01, 2022 15:13 - 12 minutes - 5.83 MB

In this Curbside Consults video, Drs. Calabrese and Tien discuss the workup and management of a 79-year-old man who is admitted to the hospital with rapidly worsening COVID-19 pneumonia.

A Patient Presenting to the ED with Mild COVID-19

March 01, 2022 15:12 - 13 minutes - 6.06 MB

In this Curbside Consults video, Drs. Calabrese and Tien discuss the workup and management of a 72-year-old man presenting to the emergency department with a mild-to-moderate case of COVID-19.

Primer on the Immune-Basis of COVID-19 Progression

March 01, 2022 15:11 - 14 minutes - 6.41 MB

In this Curbside Consults video, Drs. Calabrese and Cron discuss the latest understanding of COVID-19 immunopathogenesis and potential therapeutic targets.

What Comes After Treat to Target? Listening to the Patient and the Role of Empathy With Drs. Cassandra Calabrese and Leonard Calabrese

December 02, 2020 17:16 - 12 minutes - 5.57 MB

In this podcast, expert clinicians will discuss the importance of empathy in caring for patients with rheumatic diseases. Key aspects of empathy such as listening, eye contact, and reading body language are included. Listen in as Drs. Len and Cassie Calabrese discuss the critical aspects of empathy for rheumatology providers. For CME Credit, complete activity here: https://tinyurl.com/Rheumatology3

Best Practices for Optimizing Vaccine Administration in Rheumatology With Drs. Leonard Calabrese and Cassandra Calabrese

December 02, 2020 17:12 - 12 minutes - 5.89 MB

In this podcast series, expert clinicians will discuss optimal vaccine practices for rheumatology providers. Herpes zoster, influenza, and pneumococcal vaccine administration will be discussed. Listen in as Dr. Len and Cassandra Calabrese discuss important details on vaccination for rheumatology providers. For CME Credit, complete activity here: https://tinyurl.com/Rheumatology2

Improving RA Outcomes Through Immune Wellness Education With Drs. Leonard Calabrese and M. Elaine Husni

December 02, 2020 17:04 - 17 minutes - 7.95 MB

In this podcast series, expert clinicians will discuss patient wellness and its importance for rheumatology providers. Key components of wellness such as diet, exercise, and sleep will be discussed. Listen in as Drs. Len Calabrese and Elaine Husni discuss why wellness is important for patients with rheumatic diseases. For CME Credit, complete activity here: https://tinyurl.com/Rheumatology1

Herpes Zoster Vaccination in At-risk Populations: Patient Education and Management of Side Effects with Drs. Len Calabrese and Cassandra Calabrese

November 06, 2020 14:32 - 10 minutes - 4.77 MB

In this 4-part CME podcast series, experts will review the clinical aspects and primary risk factors for HZ, discuss optimized use of vaccines for at-risk populations, and provide guidance on effective patient education strategies to enhance vaccine uptake. In this episode, Drs. Len Calabrese and Cassandra Calabrese review zoster vaccine side effects and patient education strategies to enhance vaccination rates. For CME Credit, complete activity here: https://tinyurl.com/HZ004 

Current State of Herpes Zoster Vaccination - Prevention Strategies With a Focus on Immune-mediated Disease with Drs. Len Calabrese and Paul Sax

November 06, 2020 14:28 - 14 minutes - 6.67 MB

In this 4-part CME podcast series, experts will review the clinical aspects and primary risk factors for HZ, discuss optimized use of vaccines for at-risk populations, and provide guidance on effective patient education strategies to enhance vaccine uptake. In this episode, Drs. Calabrese and Sax review zoster vaccine safety and efficacy and discuss strategies for vaccination.  For CME Credit, complete activity here: https://tinyurl.com/HerpZo3 

Risk Factors for Herpes Zoster- Important Considerations for Patients with Immune-mediated Diseases with Drs. Len Calabrese and Jeffrey Curtis

November 05, 2020 21:31 - 16 minutes - 7.48 MB

In this 4-part CME podcast series, experts will review the clinical aspects and primary risk factors for HZ, discuss optimized use of vaccines for at-risk populations, and provide guidance on effective patient education strategies to enhance vaccine uptake. In this episode, Drs. Calabrese and Curtis discuss primary risk factors for HZ, incidence rates among patients with IMID, and optimized use of vaccines for these at-risk populations. For CME Credit, complete activity here: https://tinyu...

Clinical Manifestations of Herpes Zoster - A Focus on Patients With Immune-mediated Disease with Drs. Len Calabrese and Cassandra Calabrese

November 05, 2020 21:26 - 11 minutes - 5.45 MB

In this 4-part CME podcast series, experts will review the clinical aspects and primary risk factors for HZ, discuss optimized use of vaccines for at-risk populations, and provide guidance on effective patient education strategies to enhance vaccine uptake. In this episode, Drs. Len Calabrese and Cassandra Calabrese discuss the clinical manifestations of herpes zoster and potential sequelae. For CME Credit, complete activity here: https://tinyurl.com/HZ001 

EGPA With ENT Manifestations

June 01, 2020 13:56 - 10 minutes - 4.58 MB

Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), formerly called Churg-Strauss syndrome, is a rare form of vasculitis that primarily affects the small blood vessels. Individuals diagnosed with EGPA commonly have a history of asthma and/or allergies. Inflammation associated with EGPA can lead to injury in multiple organ systems, including the sinuses, lungs, gastrointestinal system, heart, and kidneys. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical when managing EGPA to improve patient outco...

Treating Patient Who Are Refractory to or Dependent on Glucocorticoids

June 01, 2020 13:54 - 11 minutes - 5.11 MB

Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), formerly called Churg-Strauss syndrome, is a rare form of vasculitis that primarily affects the small blood vessels. Individuals diagnosed with EGPA commonly have a history of asthma and/or allergies. Inflammation associated with EGPA can lead to injury in multiple organ systems, including the sinuses, lungs, gastrointestinal system, heart, and kidneys. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical when managing EGPA to improve patient outco...

Initiating Treatment for EGPA

June 01, 2020 13:36 - 11 minutes - 5.05 MB

Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), formerly called Churg-Strauss syndrome, is a rare form of vasculitis that primarily affects the small blood vessels. Individuals diagnosed with EGPA commonly have a history of asthma and/or allergies. Inflammation associated with EGPA can lead to injury in multiple organ systems, including the sinuses, lungs, gastrointestinal system, heart, and kidneys. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical when managing EGPA to improve patient outco...

Differentiating EGPA from Related Eosinophilic Disorders

June 01, 2020 12:46 - 10 minutes - 4.95 MB

Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), formerly called Churg-Strauss syndrome, is a rare form of vasculitis that primarily affects the small blood vessels. Individuals diagnosed with EGPA commonly have a history of asthma and/or allergies. Inflammation associated with EGPA can lead to injury in multiple organ systems, including the sinuses, lungs, gastrointestinal system, heart, and kidneys. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical when managing EGPA to improve patient outco...

Immunopathology and Clinical Presentation of EGPA

June 01, 2020 12:40 - 14 minutes - 6.52 MB

Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), formerly called Churg-Strauss syndrome, is a rare form of vasculitis that primarily affects the small blood vessels. Individuals diagnosed with EGPA commonly have a history of asthma and/or allergies. Inflammation associated with EGPA can lead to injury in multiple organ systems, including the sinuses, lungs, gastrointestinal system, heart, and kidneys. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical when managing EGPA to improve patient outco...

Giant Cell Arteritis Curbside Consults: Diagnostic Challenges, Part II

January 31, 2020 19:59 - 12 minutes - 5.86 MB

In this case-based podcast, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, and Adam Brown, MD, discuss a patient who presents to the hospital with fever of unknown origin.

Giant Cell Arteritis Curbside Consults: Diagnostic Challenges, Part I

January 31, 2020 19:55 - 13 minutes - 6.14 MB

In this case-based podcast, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, and Adam Brown, MD, discuss a patient presenting for a second opinion for GCA after initial workup and treatment by her primary care physician.

Giant Cell Arteritis Curbside Consults: Patient Presenting to the Emergency Department With New-Onset Visual Symptoms

January 31, 2020 19:51 - 14 minutes - 6.81 MB

In this case-based podcast, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, and Ann P. Murchison, MD, MPH, discuss issues related to the workup, diagnosis, and treatment of a patient with new-onset visual symptoms presenting to the emergency department.

Giant Cell Arteritis Curbside Consults: A Patient With Complicated GCA

January 31, 2020 19:20 - 15 minutes - 7.23 MB

In this case-based podcast, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, and Sebastian Unizony, MD, discuss issues related to the workup, diagnosis, and treatment of a patient with complicated GCA.

Giant Cell Arteritis Curbside Consults: A Patient With Uncomplicated GCA

January 31, 2020 19:16 - 16 minutes - 7.36 MB

In this case-based podcast, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, and Sebastian Unizony, MD, discuss issues related to the workup, diagnosis, and treatment of a patient with uncomplicated, or “classic”, GCA.

Giant Cell Arteritis Curbside Consults: A Case-based “Micro-CME” Series

January 31, 2020 19:14 - 55 seconds - 427 KB

Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is the most common form of medium- and large-vessel vasculitis. Despite new treatment options for patients with GCA, delays in diagnosis and treatment lead to poor outcomes, such as the increased risk for visual impairments and incidence of heart attacks, transient ischemic attacks, and/or mortality. Diagnosis of GCA remains difficult due to the nonspecific nature of many early symptoms. Until recently, therapeutic options were limited to prolonged, high-dose gluco...

ANCA-Associated Vasculitis Management Strategies – Focus on GPA and MPA

October 29, 2019 16:24 - 15 minutes - 6.94 MB

This educational activity will discuss management strategies for ANCA-associated vasculitis, focusing on GPA and MPA.

ANCA-Associated Vasculitis – Making the Accurate and Timely Diagnosis

October 29, 2019 16:23 - 15 minutes - 7.15 MB

This educational activity will provide insight into making an accurate and timely diagnosis of ANCA-associated vasculitis.

Pemphigus Vulgaris – Management Strategies

October 29, 2019 16:22 - 10 minutes - 4.58 MB

This educational activity will discuss treatment strategies for patients with pemphigus vulgaris.

Pemphigus Vulgaris – Making the Timely and Accurate Diagnosis

October 28, 2019 13:38 - 12 minutes - 5.78 MB

This educational activity will provide insight into making a timely and accurate diagnosis of pemphigus vulgaris.

Giant Cell Arteritis – Management Strategies

October 25, 2019 14:25 - 15 minutes - 7.33 MB

In this MedEdTalks Micro-CE podcast, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, and John H. Stone, MD, MPH, discuss management strategies for Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).  

Giant Cell Arteritis – Diagnosis and Progression

October 23, 2019 16:43 - 13 minutes - 6.28 MB

In this MedEdTalks Micro-CE podcast, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, and John H. Stone, MD, MPH, discuss the diagnosis and natural history of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). 

3rd Annual Association of Women in Rheumatology National Conference: Immunology Bootcamp - PSA

October 10, 2019 18:39 - 21 minutes - 9.81 MB

In this CME podcast, Dr. John Tesser and Dr. Jeffrey Kaine will discuss the diagnosis and treatment of psoriatic arthritis.   To obtain CME Credit, please go here: https://cme.healio.com/mededtalks/rheumatology/2019/09_september/mededtalks-rheumatology-3rd-annual-awir-national-conference-immunology-bootcamp-psa/cme-information

MedEdTalks Rheumatology: 3rd Annual Association of Women in Rheumatology National Conference: Immunology Bootcamp - axSpA

September 30, 2019 03:39 - 12 minutes - 5.76 MB

In this CME podcast, Dr. Grace Wright and Dr. Leonard Calabrese will discuss the diagnosis and management of axial spondyloarthritis. Transcript: https://m3.healio.com/~/media/hyperguides/mededtalks/transcripts/j271met008-wrightcalabrese-for-download.docx To obtain CME Credit, please go here: https://cme.healio.com/mededtalks/rheumatology/2019/09_september/mededtalks-rheumatology-3rd-annual-awir-national-conference-immunology-bootcamp-axspa/cme-information

MedEdTalks Rheumatology: 3rd Annual Association of Women in Rheumatology National Conference: Immunology Bootcamp - Effective Patient Conversations

September 30, 2019 03:19 - 15 minutes - 7.07 MB

In this CME podcast, Dr. Grace Wright and Dr. John Tesser will discuss effective conversations with patients. Transcript: https://m2.healio.com/~/media/hyperguides/mededtalks/transcripts/j271met007-tesserwright-for-download.docx  To obtain CME Credit, please go here: https://cme.healio.com/mededtalks/rheumatology/2019/09_september/mededtalks-rheumatology-3rd-annual-awir-national-conference-immunology-bootcamp-epc/cme-information