Pri-Med Podcasts

Aging During COVID-19: Bored Seniors? How to Age-in-Place Successfully (Recorded 4/6/2020)

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/aging-during-covid-19  Overview: Lack of in-person social encounters and out-of-the-house activities are difficult for anyone but can be especially detrimental for our elderly patients and family. In this podcast, geriatrician Lee Lindquist, MD, will discuss ways to help older adults during shelter-in-place and social distancing. She will review methods to stimulate cognition, encourage socialization, and describe activities to do from a distance. She will discuss pointers for maintaining physical and emotional well-being in this population, which can apply to any period where an older adult is homebound. Guest: Lee A. Lindquist, MD, MPH, MBA

Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic: At Home Tools for Providers and Patients (Recorded 4/3/20)

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/covid-19-mental-health-3 Overview: In this podcast, psychiatrist Dr. Shirah Vollmer will discuss at-home tools for managing mental health during COVID-19. She will discuss cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness strategies, and medication options. Clinicians can use these tools to help their own mental health as well as provide recommendations for their patients. Guest: Shirah Vollmer, MD  

”B” is for Back Pain: How Vitamins May Benefit Acute Low Back Pain - Frankly Speaking EP 167

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-167 Overview: Acute low back pain is a common problem and a frequent cause of inability to work. Although there are many treatments available, they often provide limited relief and have accompanying side effects. Listen to this episode to hear about how using certain vitamins may act as an adjunct treatment to speed recovery of acute low back pain. Guest: Alan Ehrlich MD, FAAFP Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Healthcare Provider Mental Health and Self-Care (Recorded 3/31/20)

Overview: In this podcast, Dr. Shirah Vollmer will discuss the mental health challenges that healthcare providers are facing during the COVID-19 epidemic. Clinicians are suffering unexpected stress, and they have had to weigh their personal safety against important work in a dangerous environment. She will provide clear action items for dealing with these difficult decisions and practicing self care. Guest: Shirah Vollmer, MD

Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Social Distancing vs. Social Isolation (Recorded 3/30/20)

Overview: In this podcast psychiatrist Dr. Shirah Vollmer will discuss the difference between social distancing and social isolation. Dr. Vollmer will provide practical tips for maintaining healthy relationships and maintaining mental health during this unique time when we are physical separated from others.  Guest: Shirah Vollmer, MD

Ask the ID Expert: Common COVID-19 Questions in Primary Care (Recorded 3/28/20)

Credits: 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/ask-the-id-experts-covid19-coronavirus Overview: With information changing rapidly around the COVID-19 pandemic, it is difficult for primary care clinicians on the front lines of care to stay up to date on the most accurate information regarding prevention, testing, and treatment. Join this live discussion between family physician Dr. Frank Domino and infectious disease specialist Dr. Paul Sax as they discuss common questions related to COVID-19 that will help you give your patients the best possible care and advice during these uncertain times. Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording on 3/28/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published.  Guest: Frank J. Domino, MD & Paul E. Sax, MD 

Alcohol and A-fib: Is Abstinence the Best Medicine? - Frankly Speaking EP 166

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-166 Overview: Alcohol consumption has been associated with negative cardiovascular outcomes, yet many clinicians still counsel patients that it is okay in moderation. Past observational studies have supported this idea, showing a dose-dependent relationship between alcohol consumption and the incidence of a-fib. In this episode we will explore the latest RCT out of Australia, which suggest that no level of alcohol intake is safe when it comes to a-fib.  Guest: Robert A. Baldor, MD, FAAFP Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Effective Tool or Diet Fad? Can Intermittent Fasting Decrease Weight and Improve Cardiovascular Markers? - Frankly Speaking EP 165

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-165   Overview: Obesity, dyslipidemia, and hypertension are significant challenges to public health and impact a growing number of Americans. Weight loss and dietary changes are effective in preventing CVD and DMII and reducing cardiometabolic complications, but can be difficult for many people. Growing evidence supports the use of timed fasting to promote weight loss and reduce these complications. Join us as we discuss a recent study that shows promising data regarding a 10-hour feeding window and improved CV markers. Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Frankly Speaking Update: Common Questions About Coronavirus (Recorded 3/21/20)

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-coronavirus   Overview: Review the latest data on the Pandemic in a patient centered manner  Music Credit: Richard Onorato 

Coronavirus Update, March 6, 2020 - Frankly Speaking EP 164

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-164   Overview: Review the latest recommendations from the CDC to assist in responding to patient questions and concerns.  Guest: Robert A. Baldor, MD, FAAFP Music Credit: Richard Onorato