#491: Benign Hematology with Brad Beeler

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.Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Intro Case 1: Duffy-null associated neutrophil count Case 2: Bleeding disorders Case 3: Thalassemia  Outro CreditsWritten 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 DisclosuresDr. Beeler reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.Sponsor: PanaceaSearch The Podcast for Doctors (By Doctors) on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.Sponsor: LocumstoryLocumstory.com is simply a free, unbiased educational resource about locum tenens.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.