Pri-Med Podcasts

Avoiding Unnecessary Antibiotics: The Quick Take - Frankly Speaking EP 118

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-113-deprescribing Overview: Antibiotics are frequently prescribed for upper respiratory infections, even when they are likely due to viral etiologies, or will resolve just as quickly without antibiotics. Many clinicians believe convincing patients they do not need to take an antibiotic is time consuming and frustrating for both parties. In fact, patients are often receptive to information on appropriate use, and the conversation can be done efficiently with practice. Guest: Alan Ehrlich MD, FAAFP Landing Page: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-118  

Slow the Flow – Managing Diarrhea in the Outpatient Setting

Credits: 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/slow-the-flow Overview: This podcast is a case-based discussion around diagnosis and management of chronic diarrhea in the outpatient setting. The conversation between a PCP and an expert will address clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, workup, and treatment of IBS-D.  Guests: Darren M.  Brenner, MD & Susan Burke, MD, FACP 

Releasing the Grip – Managing Constipation in the Outpatient Setting

Credits: 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/releasing-the-grip Overview: This podcast is a case-based discussion around practical approaches to caring for patients with CIC and IBS-C. The conversation between a PCP and an expert will address the clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, workup, and treatment of CIC and IBS-C.  Guests: Darren M.  Brenner, MD & Susan Burke, MD, FACP 

Are E-Cigarettes Effective Tools for Smoking Cessation or Are We Just Blowing Smoke? - Frankly Speaking EP 117

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-113-deprescribing Overview: The FDA has not approved any ENDS product as an effective or safe smoking cessation tool. Earlier evidence did not indicate that ENDS were effective or sustainable. Most of these studies were done on earlier prototypes of e-cigarettes. A recent study from the UK found that newer generation ENDs were more successful than approved NRT products for smoking cessation. Join us as we discuss this new evidence and how it impacts strategies to assist with smoking cessation. Guests: Jill Terrien PhD, ANP-BC & Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP Landing Page: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-117-smoking

Screening and Management of High Blood Pressure in Children and Teens – Who, When, Why and What? - Frankly Speaking EP 103

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-103-bp-screening Overview: The AAP released new guidelines for the screening and management of high BP in children and teens in 2017. The last recommendations were published in 2004. Join us as we discuss these updated recommendations and their impact on your practice.  Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP Music Credit: Richard Onorato 

Technology: Tetris Improves Flow, Lowers Stress; Social Media Increases Depression and Loneliness – Frankly Speaking EP 102

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-102-flow  Overview: This podcast will explore the results of 3 recent studies that evaluate how the “state of flow” or mental absorption (also called being “in the zone”) alters a person’s ability to handle stress and how intentional use of distractions affect emotions. Guest: Alan Ehrlich MD  Music Credit: Richard Onorato 

Postmenopausal Vaginal Dryness: What Are the Treatment Options? - Frankly Speaking EP 107

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-107-postmenopausal Overview: Postmenopausal women experience vulvovaginal symptoms that in 50% of the population go untreated. Join us as we discuss a randomized trial that compares common treatments available to this population and help you determine best practice options. Guest: Jill Terrien PhD, ANP-BC Music Credit: Richard Onorato 

Leg Cramps in Seniors: Could Alcohol be the Cause? - Frankly Speaking EP 105

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-105-leg-cramps Overview: This episode will discuss a Case Control study of seniors to determine if there is a relationship between regular alcohol consumption and nocturnal leg cramps. Guest: Alan Ehrlich MD Music Credit: Richard Onorato 

Is Aspirin Effective for Primary Prevention? - Frankly Speaking EP 104

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-104-aspirin Overview: For patients with established cardiovascular disease,aspirin is clearly beneficial as part of secondary prevention. However, when used as primary prevention in patients without documented cardiovascular disease, its benefit is much less certain. This podcast will explore 3 recent trials that evaluated aspirin in different populations and found nobenefit for its use as primary prevention. Guest: Alan Ehrlich MD Music Credit: Richard Onorato 

Finding Your Balance – Does Tai Chi Prevent Falls in Older Adults? - Frankly Speaking 108

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Claim CME/CE credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-108-tai-chi-2 
Overview: Falls in the older population are associated with significant morbidity and mortality yet little evidence exists to determine best practices for prevention. Join us while we discuss a recent RCT that examined Tai Chi versus more traditional exercising in older individuals and its impact on reduction in falls for those at greatest risk.
Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP
Music Credit: Richard Onorato