
In this special bonus episode, Dr. Linda Blustein (Bendy Bodies https://bit.ly/m/BendyBodies) addresses listener questions about Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and hypermobility spectrum disorders.
00:00 – Introduction
00:59 – Can PCPs diagnose hEDS without a geneticist?
03:19 – Limitations of the Beighton Score
05:40 – 2017 hEDS criteria & upcoming revisions
10:29 – How to find a knowledgeable provider
12:52 – SVT vs POTS in a patient with EDS family history
19:53 – How to ask your provider if they’re comfortable treating dysautonomia
22:17 – MTHFR variants and hEDS
29:23 – Celiac, gluten sensitivity & EDS
31:48 – Food allergy vs sensitivity testing
34:11 – Lipoedema and hypermobility
39:00 – LDN, Ketotifen, and Cromolyn
43:41 – Medication sensitivity in EDS/POTS/MCAS patients
45:47 – Wrap up and resources
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Aug 7
51 min

We have a classic Curbsiders episode for you. Expert guest Dr. Elliot Tapper (@ebtapper) shares his framework for approaching NAFLD/MASLD and the treatment tools he recommends including lifestyle modifications and medications.
Aug 4
1 hr 14 min

An age-friendly approach to arthralgias.
Attack arthralgias with ease! Learn how to evaluate and manage common joint complaints in older adults. We’re joined by Dr Una Makris, @unamakris.bsky.social (UT Southwestern).
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Show Segments
Intro
Case 1 from Kashlak
General approach to joint pain in older adults
Diagnosing osteoarthritis
Management of osteoarthritis in older adults
Non-pharmacological interventions
Pharmacological interventions: topicals, orals, injectables
When to refer for joint replacement
Case 2 from Kashlak
Diagnosis of Late onset rheumatoid arthritis (LORA)
Differential Diagnosis and Distinguishing features
Lab work/Imaging
When to refer to rheumatology
Approach to managing LORA
The 5Ms framework
Initial treatment with glucocorticoids
Ageism as a driver of undertreatment in older adults
Treating to target
Key takeaways
Outro
Credits
Producers, Writers and Show Notes: Joseph (Lee) Young, MD, Leah Witt, MD, Rachel Miller, MD
Cover Art and Infographic: Leah Witt, MD
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: Dr. Una Makris
Disclosures
Dr. Makris reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.
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Jul 28
1 hr 13 min

Here is a classic Curbsiders episode with one of our favourite guests of all time, Dr Joel Topf.
Learn how to manage diabetes and hypertension in chronic kidney disease with expert tips from Kidney Boy, Kashlak’s Chief of Nephrology, Dr. Joef Topf @kidney_boy.
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Jul 24
1 hr 3 min

Combing through common dermatologic complaints in Primary Care
Hone your framework for assessing generalized and patchy hair loss and learn how to counsel patients about the hair loss advice they hear on social media. We discuss useful tests and treatments, psychosocial factors in relation to hair loss, variations in hair types and mention relevant nail conditions.
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Show Segments
Intro
Examination of hair and nails, ethnic hair types and cultural hair styles and practices.
Lab tests- clinically useful tests, and those to avoid
Telogen Effluvium
Scaly itchy scalp, seborrheic dermatosis, psoriasis
Androgenic alopecia and age-related hair loss
Topical and oral treatments
Examining the nails, conditions related to nail polishes and prosthetics
Patchy hair loss, alopecia areata, Discoid Lupus Erythematosis
Dr Pasieka’s take home points
Outro
Credits
Written & Produced by: Kate Grant MBChB, MRCGP
Show Notes, Infographic & Cover Art : Kate Grant MBChB, MRCGP
Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Reviewer: Leah Witt MD
Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Technical Production: PodPaste
Guest: Helena Pasieka MD MS
Disclosures
Dr. Pasieka reports no relevant financial disclosures. Dr. Pasieka’s views are her own and do not represent those of her employer or the department of defense.
The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.
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Jul 21
1 hr 28 min

Matt and Paul recap top pearls from a recent episode on Travel Medicine with Dr. Boghuma Titanji (video version) and share their picks of the week. This video episode is only available on Patreon! Below are links to the original interview & show notes.
#449 Travel Medicine
Picks of the week:
Paul recommends: Clutch - Psychic Warfare; Harry Nilsson - The Point
Watto - Mr. McMahon (Netflix Docuseries)
Jul 17
39 min

Decode low neutrophils, recognize thalassemia without chasing iron, and sharpen your approach to bleeding disorders in primary care.
Crack the code on confusing labs. Learn from Dr. Bradley Beeler, an academic hematologist, how to recognize thalassemia without over-ordering tests, why a low neutrophil count in a healthy patient might not be a problem, and how to tackle bleeding disorders in primary care.
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Show Segments
Intro
Case 1: Duffy-null associated neutrophil count
Case 2: Bleeding disorders
Case 3: Thalassemia
Outro
Credits
Written and produced by Paul Wurtz MD. Show notes, cover art, and infographic also created by Paul Wurtz 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: Bradley Beeler MD
Disclosures
Dr. Beeler reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.
Sponsor: Panacea
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Sponsor: Locumstory
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Sponsor: Continuing Education Company
Curbsiders listeners get 45% off select online courses — that’s the biggest discount CEC has ever offered, and it’s exclusive to you with promo code Curb45, through July 30. You can also use Curb30 for 30% off all webcasts and on demand replay courses. Check it all out at CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders.
Jul 14
1 hr 19 min

Master the latest approaches for treating venous thromboembolism with expert tips on direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) selection, dosing, and duration. Learn how to tailor anticoagulation for special populations, handle treatment failures, and navigate long-distance travel risks. We’re joined by Dr. Tara Lech, PharmD, CACP (Beth Israel Lahey Health, @AnticoagPharmD, @anticoagpharmd.bsky.social).
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Show Segments
Intro
Case 1 from Kashlak
Choosing the right anticoagulant
Distal deep vein thrombosis management
Anticoagulation in special populations
Case 2 from Kashlak
Understanding treatment failure
Anticoagulation reversal agents
Outro
Credits
Producer, Writer, Show Notes, Infographic, Cover Art: Ben Furman
Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD
Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Technical Production: PodPaste
Guest: Tara Lech, PharmD
Disclosures
Dr. Lech reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.
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Jul 7
1 hr 24 min

Take the ache out of those joint aches!
Learn about inpatient diagnosis and management of crystalline arthropathies as well as a brief conversation about those rheumatology NOS cases. We’re joined by Dr. Kimberly Trotter, MD (University of Chicago).
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Show Segments
Intro
Rapid fire questions/Picks of the Week
Case 1
Differential Diagnosis of arthropathy
Risk factors for Gout
Diagnostic Evaluation
Acute Treatments
Long-term Treatments
Transitions of Care for Crystalline Arthropathy
Case 2
History and Physical Exam
Diagnostic Work up
Treatment
Outro
Credits
Writer, Producer, Show Notes, Hosts: Meredith Trubitt MD, Monee Amin MD
Infographic, Cover Art: Caroline Coleman, MD
Reviewer: Sai Achi MD, MBA, FACP
Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Technical Production: PodPaste
Guest: Kimberly Trotter, MD
Disclosures
Dr. Trotter reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.
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Jun 30
47 min

Join us as we review recent practice-changing articles on the effect of combination statin and ezetimibe in reducing myalgias, male partner treatment for BV, semaglutide for MASH/liver fibrosis, exercise and cancer risk, and cytisinicline for smoking cessation. Fill your brain hole with some delicious apps and entrees from our spring Digests! Featuring Paul Williams (@PaulNWilliamz), Nora Taranto (@norataranto), special guest epidemiologist Alexander Chaitoff (@alexchaitoff) and Matt Watto (@doctorwatto).
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Credits
Written and Hosted by: Nora Taranto MD; Alexander Chaitoff MD, MPH; Paul Williams, MD, FACP, Matthew Watto MD, FACP, Alex Chaitoff MD MPH
Cover Art: Nora Taranto MD
Reviewer: Leah Witt MD
Technical Production: Pod Paste
Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Show Segments
Intro, disclaimer
Self-collected HPV tests for cervical cancer screening
Semaglutide for MASH/Liver Fibrosis
Male Partner Treatment for BV
Statins plus ezetimibe versus high-dose statins alone for statin-associated muscle symptoms
Exercise and Colon Cancer Risk
Cytisinicline for Smoking Cessation
Outro
Sponsor: FIGS
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Sponsor: Continuing Education Company
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Jun 23
1 hr 3 min
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