The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

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The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast brings you expert interviews, clinical pearls, and practice-changing knowledge — plus the occasional bad joke. Trusted by 100,000+ health professionals every month, we cover the full spectrum of internal medicine to keep you learning and laughing. No boring lectures here, just high-value content and a healthy dose of humor. Fantastic for Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Primary Care, and Hospital Medicine.

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Recent Episodes

#507 Swinging the Pendulum on Menopause Care With Dr Rachel Rubin
DEC 8, 2025
#507 Swinging the Pendulum on Menopause Care With Dr Rachel Rubin
<div>Transform your approach to menopause care with the latest evidence and expert insights you can use <em>tomorrow</em>. Learn how to move beyond outdated WHI-era fears and confidently prescribe individualized, effective hormonal therapies. We’re joined by urologist and sexual medicine specialist <a href="https://www.rachelrubinmd.com/">Dr Rachel Rubin</a> (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/drrachelrubin/?hl=en">@DrRachelRubin</a>), who brings clarity, practicality, and a fresh perspective to this rapidly evolving field.<br> <br> <strong>Claim CME for this episode at </strong><a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org"><strong><a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org">curbsiders.vcuhealth.org</a></strong></a><strong>!</strong><br> <br> <a href="http://patreon.com/curbsiders">Patreon</a> | <a href="https://thecurbsiders.com/category/curbsiders-podcast">Episodes</a> | <a href="https://audioboom.com/channels/5034728.rss">Subscribe</a> | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKlzOLxyztvA1BkJfnf67">Spotify</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thecurbsiders7326">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://thecurbsiders.com/digest">Newsletter</a> | <a href="mailto:[email protected]">Contact</a> | <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/user/kashlakmemorial">Swag!</a> | <a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org">CME</a><br> <strong><br> Show Segments<br> </strong><br> </div> <ul> <li>Intro</li> <li>Case</li> <li>Shifting care for menopause</li> <li>WHI/black box warning labels</li> <li>What makes you nervous?</li> <li>Local vaginal treatments</li> <li>Progesterone therapy</li> <li>Estrogen therapy</li> <li>Testosterone therapy</li> <li>Perimenopause</li> <li>Outro</li> </ul> <div> <strong><br> Credits<br> </strong><br> <br> </div> <ul> <li>Producer, Writer, Show Notes, Infographic, Cover Art: Molly Heublein MD</li> <li>Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP; Molly Heublein MD</li> <li>Reviewer: Leah Witt MD</li> <li>Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP</li> <li>Technical Production: PodPaste</li> <li>Guest: Rachel Rubin MD</li> </ul> <div> <strong>Disclosures<br> </strong><br> Dr. Rachel Rubin reports financial support from Sprout Pharmaceuticals . The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. <br> <br> <strong>Sponsor: </strong><a href="https://auraframes.com/"><strong>Aura Frames <br> </strong></a><br> For a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting <a href="http://auraframes.com">AuraFrames.com</a> to get $35 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code <strong>CURB </strong>at checkout. <br> <strong><br> Sponsor: </strong><a href="http://bucksbauminstitute.uchicago.edu/">Bucksbaum-Siegler Institute<br> </a><br> If you want to learn more about what the Bucksbaum-Siegler Institute is doing and to nominate someone for the Clinical Excellence Award visit <a href="http://bucksbauminstitute.uchicago.edu/"><strong><a href="http://bucksbauminstitute.uchicago.edu">bucksbauminstitute.uchicago.edu</a></strong></a>.<br> <br> <strong>Sponsor: </strong><a href="http://mintmobile.com/CURB."><strong>Mint Mobile</strong></a><strong> </strong><a href="https://auraframes.com/"><strong> <br> </strong></a><br> Shop Mint Unlimited Plans at<strong> </strong><a href="http://mintmobile.com/CURB"><strong><a href="http://MINTMOBILE.com/CURB">MINTMOBILE.com/CURB</a></strong>.</a> <br> <strong><br> Sponsor: </strong><a href="http://bit.ly/PFCURB">Panacea Financial</a><br> <br> Visit <a href="http://bit.ly/PFCURB">bit.ly/PFCURB</a> to connect with a physician-focused banker and get your finances  moving in the right direction<br> <br> </div>
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94 MIN
#506 DIGEST-Hotcakes: PSA Screening, Acetaminophen and Autism, COVID19 Vaccines and Cancer, Aspirin and Anticoagulation in Coronary Artery Disease
DEC 1, 2025
#506 DIGEST-Hotcakes: PSA Screening, Acetaminophen and Autism, COVID19 Vaccines and Cancer, Aspirin and Anticoagulation in Coronary Artery Disease
<div>Join us as we review recent articles and news featured in The DIGEST <a href="https://thecurbsiders.com/digest/digest-70-a-hearty-halloween-edition">#70</a>, including PSA screening, acetaminophen and autism, COVID19 vaccines and cancer, and aspirin and anticoagulation in coronary artery disease. Fill your brain hole with a delicious stack of hotcakes! Featuring Drs. Paul Williams (<a href="https://twitter.com/PaulNWilliamz">@PaulNWilliamz</a>), Nora Taranto (<a href="https://twitter.com/norataranto">@norataranto</a>), Rahul Ganatra (<a href="https://x.com/rbganatra">@rbganatra</a>), Laura Glick (<a href="https://x.com/laurarglick">@lauraglick</a>) and Matt Watto <a href="https://twitter.com/doctorwatto">(@doctorwatto)</a>.<br> <br> <strong>Claim free CME for this episode at </strong><a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org"><strong><a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org">curbsiders.vcuhealth.org</a></strong></a><strong>!<br> <br> </strong><a href="https://thecurbsiders.com/episode-list">Episodes</a> | <a href="https://audioboom.com/channels/5034728.rss">Subscribe</a> | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKlzOLxyztvA1BkJfnf67">Spotify</a> | <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/user/kashlakmemorial">Swag!</a> |<a href="https://thecurbsiders.com/knowledgefood">Mailing List</a> | <a href="mailto:[email protected]">Contact</a> | <a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org">CME!</a><br> <strong><br> Credits<br> </strong><br> </div> <ul> <li>Written and Hosted by: Nora Taranto MD; Rahul Ganatra MD MPH, Laura Glick MD, Paul Williams, MD, FACP, Adam Cifu MD, Matthew Watto MD, FACP</li> <li>Cover Art: Rahul Ganatra, MD MPH</li> <li>Reviewers: Rahul Ganatra MD MPH; Paul Williams, MD, FACP, Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Sai S Achi MD, MBA, FACP</li> <li>Technical Production: Pod Paste</li> <li>Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP</li> </ul> <div> <strong><br> Show Segments<br> </strong><br> </div> <ul> <li>Intro, disclaimer</li> <li>Prostate Cancer Screening</li> <li>Acetaminophen and Autism</li> <li>COVID19 vaccines and cancer risk</li> <li>Aspirin and anticoagulation in coronary artery disease</li> <li>Outro</li> </ul> <div> <strong><br> Sponsor: </strong><a href="http://auraframes.com"><strong>Aura Frames<br> </strong></a><br> For a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting <a href="http://auraframes.com">AuraFrames.com</a> to get $35 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code CURB at checkout.<br> <br> <strong>Sponsor: </strong><a href="http://doxgpt.com"><strong>DoxGPT by Doximity<br> </strong></a><br> Visit <a href="http://doxgpt.com">doxgpt.com</a>  and see how it can simplify your clinical workflow, from patient care to paperwork. <br> <strong><br> Sponsor: </strong><a href="http://cmemeeting.org/curbsiders"><strong>Continuing Education Company<br> </strong></a><br> Use promo code Curb30 to get 30% off all online courses and webcasts—just for Curbsiders<br> Listeners. Visit <a href="http://cmemeeting.org/curbsiders">CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders</a> to learn more.<br> <br> <strong>Sponsor: </strong><a href="http://freed.ai"><strong>Freed<br> </strong></a><br> Use code: CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe!<br> <br> <br> </div>
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67 MIN
REBOOT: #466 Cirrhosis Update with Scott Matherly
NOV 24, 2025
REBOOT: #466 Cirrhosis Update with Scott Matherly
<div>We have a classic episode for you. Update your approach to cirrhosis evaluation and management with Dr. Scott Matherly <a href="https://liverinstitute.medschool.vcu.edu/about/detail.html?ID=2531">Associate Professor of Hepatology and Gastroenterology at Virginia Commonwealth University </a><br> <br> <strong>Claim CME for this episode at </strong><a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org"><strong><a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org">curbsiders.vcuhealth.org</a></strong></a><strong>!</strong><br> <br> <a href="http://patreon.com/curbsiders">Patreon</a> | <a href="https://thecurbsiders.com/category/curbsiders-podcast">Episodes</a> | <a href="https://audioboom.com/channels/5034728.rss">Subscribe</a> | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKlzOLxyztvA1BkJfnf67">Spotify</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thecurbsiders7326">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://thecurbsiders.com/digest">Newsletter</a> | <a href="mailto:[email protected]">Contact</a> | <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/user/kashlakmemorial">Swag!</a> | <a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org">CME</a><br> <strong><br> Show Segments<br> </strong><br> </div> <ul> <li>Intro, disclaimer, guest bio</li> <li>Case from Kashlak; Definitions</li> <li>Cirrhosis Diagnosis and Initial Evaluation </li> <li>Cirrhosis Physical Examination </li> <li>Decompensated Cirrhosis Management </li> <li>Ascites and TIPS</li> <li>MELD and transplant consideration</li> <li>Outro</li> </ul> <div> <strong><br> Credits<br> </strong><br> </div> <ul> <li>Written and Produced by: Elena Gibson MD</li> <li>Infographic and Cover Art: Edison Jyang MD</li> <li>Hosts: Paul Williams MD, FACP; Elena Gibson MD    </li> <li>Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD</li> <li>Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP</li> <li>Technical Production: PodPaste</li> <li>Guest: Scott Matherly MD </li> </ul> <div> <br> <strong><br> Sponsor: </strong><a href="https://auraframes.com/"><strong>Aura</strong></a><strong><br> </strong>For a limited time, visit <a href="https://auraframes.com/">AuraFrames.com</a> and get $45 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames - named #1 by Wirecutter -  by using promo code  <strong>CURB</strong> at checkout. <br> <br> <strong>Sponsor: </strong><a href="https://www.doximity.com/gpt"><strong>DoxGPT</strong></a><strong> <br> </strong>Check out DoxGPT by Doximity and see how it can simplify your<br> clinical workflow, from patient care to paperwork. Visit <a href="https://www.doximity.com/gpt">doxgpt.com</a><br> <br> <strong>Sponsor: </strong><a href="https://www.masterclass.com/?utm_medium=POD&amp;utm_term=Aq-Prospecting&amp;utm_content=CURB&amp;utm_campaign=pp_%7c_brd_%7c_uns&amp;utm_source=POD&amp;promo_id=curb"><strong>Master Class</strong></a><strong> <br> </strong>Head over to <a href="https://www.masterclass.com/?utm_medium=POD&amp;utm_term=Aq-Prospecting&amp;utm_content=CURB&amp;utm_campaign=pp_%7c_brd_%7c_uns&amp;utm_source=POD&amp;promo_id=curb">MASTERCLASS.com/CURB</a> for the current offer.<br> <br> <strong>Sponsor: </strong><a href="https://www.cmemeeting.org/curbsiders"><strong>Continuing Education Company </strong></a><strong> <br> </strong>Visit <a href="https://www.cmemeeting.org/curbsiders"><strong><a href="http://CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders">CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders</a></strong> </a>to learn more and use promo code Curb30</div>
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83 MIN
#505 Demystifying Dizziness with Dr. David Hale
NOV 17, 2025
#505 Demystifying Dizziness with Dr. David Hale
<div>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 (<a href="https://profiles.hopkinsmedicine.org/provider/david-hale/2706357">Johns Hopkins</a>)!<br> <br> <strong>Claim CME for this episode at </strong><a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org"><strong><a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org">curbsiders.vcuhealth.org</a></strong></a><strong>!</strong><br> <br> <a href="http://patreon.com/curbsiders">Patreon</a> | <a href="https://thecurbsiders.com/category/curbsiders-podcast">Episodes</a> | <a href="https://audioboom.com/channels/5034728.rss">Subscribe</a> | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKlzOLxyztvA1BkJfnf67">Spotify</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thecurbsiders7326">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://thecurbsiders.com/digest">Newsletter</a> | <a href="mailto:[email protected]">Contact</a> | <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/user/kashlakmemorial">Swag!</a> | <a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org">CME</a><br> <strong><br> Show Segments<br> </strong><br> </div> <ul> <li>Intro</li> <li>Case 1</li> <li>Defining dizziness and vertigo</li> <li>Timing and triggers</li> <li>Episodic dizziness/vertigo</li> <li>Dix-hallpike and Epley maneuver</li> <li>Case 2</li> <li>Acute vestibular syndrome and the HINTS+ exam</li> <li>Case 3</li> <li>Chronic dizziness</li> <li>Persistent postural-perceptual dizziness</li> <li>Takeaways and outro</li> </ul> <div> <strong><br> Credits<br> </strong><br> </div> <ul> <li>Writer, Producer, Shows Notes, Infographic/Cover Art: Edison Jyang, MD</li> <li>Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP</li> <li>Reviewer: Sai S Achi MD, MBA, FACP</li> <li>Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP</li> <li>Technical Production: PodPaste</li> <li>Guest: David Hale, MD</li> </ul> <div> <strong><br> Disclosures<br> </strong><br> Dr. Hale reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. <br> <br> <strong><br> Sponsor: </strong><a href="http://doxgpt.com"><strong>DoxGPT by Doximity<br> </strong></a><br> Visit <a href="http://doxgpt.com">doxgpt.com</a> or use the link in the show notes to start using it today.<br> <strong><br> Sponsor: </strong><a href="https://www.getfreed.ai/"><strong>Freed<br> </strong></a><br> Usecode: CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe<br> <strong><br> Sponsor: </strong><a href="http://quince.com/curb"><strong>Quince<br> </strong></a><br> Go to <a href="http://quince.com/curb">Quince.com/curb</a> for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too<br> <strong><br> Sponsor: </strong><a href="http://mintmobile.com/CURB"><strong>Mint Mobile<br> </strong></a><br> Get premium wireless for $15/mo. Shop Mint Unlimited Plans at <a href="http://mintmobile.com/CURB">MINTMOBILE.com/CURB</a>.<br> <br> <br> </div>
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74 MIN
#504: Adult Eating Disorders in the GLP-1 Era
NOV 10, 2025
#504: Adult Eating Disorders in the GLP-1 Era
<div>Explore how GLP-1 meds can help or harm eating disorders with Dr. Laura Bridge<br> <br> When weight-loss meds meet eating disorders: GLP-1 drugs are reshaping medicine,  but could they also be fueling disordered eating? Join <a href="https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/find-a-doctor/laura-bridge-md-121765">Dr. Laura Bridge </a> as we unpack the risks, red flags, and how to keep “healthy” from turning harmful.  Also, how to approach restrictive eating disorders, bulimia, and binge eating disorder as a PCP.<br> <br> Claim CME for this episode at <a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org">curbsiders.vcuhealth.org</a>!<br> <br> <a href="http://patreon.com/curbsiders">Patreon</a> | <a href="https://thecurbsiders.com/category/curbsiders-podcast">Episodes</a> | <a href="https://audioboom.com/channels/5034728.rss">Subscribe</a> | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKlzOLxyztvA1BkJfnf67">Spotify</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thecurbsiders7326">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://thecurbsiders.com/digest">Newsletter</a> | <a href="mailto:[email protected]">Contact</a> | <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/user/kashlakmemorial">Swag!</a> | <a href="http://curbsiders.vcuhealth.org">CME</a><br> <br> Show Segments<br> <br> </div> <ul> <li>Introduction</li> <li>Defining Eating Disorders </li> <li>Screening &amp; Permission to Discuss </li> <li>Clinical Approach &amp; History Gathering </li> <li>Treatment Framework </li> <li>GLP-1 Contraindications</li> <li>Dr. Bridge’s Take-Home Points </li> </ul> <div> <br> Credits<br> <br> </div> <ul> <li>Producer, writer, show notes, cover art and infographics: Isabel Valdez, PA-C</li> <li>Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP   </li> <li>Reviewer: Molly Heublein MD</li> <li>Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP</li> <li>Technical Production: PodPaste</li> <li>Guest: Laura Bridge MD, FACP</li> </ul> <div> <br> Disclosures<br> <br> Dr. Laura Bridge no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. <br> <br> <br> Sponsor: <a href="http://locumstory.com">Locumstory<br> </a><br> Learn about locums and get insights from real-life physicians, PAs and NPs at <a href="http://locumstory.com">Locumstory.com</a>.<br> <br> <br> Sponsor: <a href="http://panacea.legal">Panacea Legal</a> <br> <br> Panacea Legal is giving Curbsiders listeners one more reason to feel thankful with 50% off any contract review service by using promo code CURB50. But hurry, this offer is only available for the first 10 doctors who use the code. Visit <a href="http://panacea.legal"><strong><a href="http://Panacea.Legal">Panacea.Legal</a></strong></a><strong> </strong>today<br> <br> <br> Sponsor: <a href="http://hydrow.com">Hydrow</a> <br> <br> Head over to <a href="http://hydrow.com">Hydrow.com</a> and use code CURB to save up to $600 off on Hydrow rower during this holiday season. <br> <br> <br> Sponsor: <a href="http://grammarly.com/podcast">Grammarly </a><br> <br> Visit <a href="http://grammarly.com/podcast"><strong><a href="http://Grammarly.com/podcast">Grammarly.com/podcast</a></strong></a> and Sign up for FREE<br> <br> <br> </div>
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68 MIN