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Clinician's Roundtable

by ReachMD

Tune in to interviews with the top thought leaders in medicine exploring the clinical and professional issues that are foremost in the minds of the medical community. Join us at the Clinician's Roundtable for discussions on a vast range of topics that every medical professional should know about.

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  1. Personalized CRC Screening: Applying Real-World Evidence to Test Selection

    Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP Guest: David A. Johnson, MD, FACG, FACP Individualizing colorectal cancer screening isn't just about picking the "best" test; it's about picking the one your patient will actually complete. From weighing risk and preference to anticipating barriers with…

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  2. Can Metformin Use Cut Wet AMD Risk?

    Host: Maria Berrocal Guest: Dimitra Skondra, MD Could metformin reduce risk of wet AMD development? Maria Berrocal, MD, speaks with Dimitra Skondra, MD, PhD, about a study published in Ophthalmology Retina finding that metformin exposure was associated with up to 30% lower odds of new-onset wet...

  3. Managing Anticoagulation Reversal Before Orthopedic and Trauma Fracture Surgery

    Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: John A. Scolaro, MD MA For anticoagulated patients with orthopedic or trauma fractures, delaying surgery to reduce bleeding risk may carry its own consequences. Join Dr. Charles Turck and Dr. John Scolaro as they explore how factors like surgical...

  4. Navigating Vaccine Hesitancy: Practical Conversation Strategies for Primary Care

    Guest: Darilyn Moyer, MD, MACP, FRCP, FIDSA, FAMWA, FEFIM With vaccination rates at historic lows and trust in public health institutions declining, primary care clinicians remain one of the most trusted sources of guidance for patients. Hear from Dr. Darilyn Moyer, Executive Vice President and...

  5. Vitreous Hemorrhage Following PVD: Who Needs Surgery?

    Host: Barton Lynn Blackorby, MD Guest: Kyle Davis Kovacs, MD Guest: Matthew Starr, MD How aggressively should you manage a vitreous hemorrhage after a PVD when you can't see the retina underneath it? Barton Blackorby, MD, moderates a discussion with Matt Starr, MD, and Kyle Kovacs, MD, about a...

  6. Does Preoperative Anti-VEGF Change Outcomes in Non-Tractional Vitreous Hemorrhage?

    Host: Maria Berrocal Guest: Sumit Sharma, MD What happens when vitreous hemorrhage (VH) secondary to non-tractional PDR doesn't clear on its own? And does preoperative anti-VEGF actually change surgical outcomes? Maria Berrocal, MD, speaks with Sumit Sharma, MD, about a retrospective case series…

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  7. Closing the Colonoscopy Follow-Up Gap: Insights from a JNCCN Study

    Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Mallik Greene, PhD Guest: Jordan Karlitz, MD A study published in the Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network examined follow-up colonoscopy rates after positive stool-based colorectal cancer screening tests, finding notably higher and...

  8. Closing Gaps in CRC Screening: From Stool-Based Testing to Timely Colonoscopy

    Host: Shelina Ramnarine, PhD Guest: David A. Johnson, MD, FACG, FACP Noninvasive colorectal cancer screening is only effective when abnormal results lead to timely, high-quality colonoscopy, but recent data shows significant gaps in follow-up. Join Dr. Shelina Ramnarine and Dr. David Johnson…

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  9. Improving Long-Term Adherence to CRC Screening Recommendations

    Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP Guest: David A. Lieberman, MD Long-term effectiveness of colorectal cancer (CRC) screening depends on more than the performance of an individual test; it requires sustained adherence to recommended screening intervals and timely follow-up after abnormal…

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  10. Improving IV Medication Accuracy with Smart Pump Safety Procedures

    Host: Shelina Ramnarine, PhD Guest: Samuel Ubanyionwu, PharmD, EMBA Accurate IV medication delivery depends on more than proper pump programming alone. It requires a comprehensive understanding of smart pump drug libraries, dose error reduction software (DERS), infusion mechanics, and…

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  11. Helping Patients with IgAN Navigate Treatment Decisions

    Guest: Sayna Norouzi, MD Because patients with IgA nephropathy (IgAN) often have few symptoms early in the disease course, communicating the importance of treatment and its impacts on long-term outcomes can be challenging. Join Dr. Sayna Norouzi as she discusses practical communication techniques...

  12. Seeking Expert Opinions in IgAN Care

    Guest: Anjay Rastogi, MD, PhD Managing IgA nephropathy (IgAN) is becoming increasingly complex. In this episode, Dr. Anjay Rastogi explains why an expert opinion—not simply a second opinion—can help clinicians confirm diagnoses, optimize treatment decisions, and connect appropriate patients with...

  13. The Pathologist’s Role in IgAN Management

    Guest: Anjay Rastogi, MD, PhD Closer collaboration between nephrologists and pathologists is essential for optimizing the diagnosis and management of IgA nephropathy (IgAN). Hear from Dr. Anjay Rastogi as he highlights how pathology insights, clinical context, and ongoing communication can…

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  14. Emerging Data in NTM Lung Disease: Potential Impacts and Ongoing Challenges

    Host: Alexandria May, PharmD, BCPS Guest: David E. Griffith, MD Even as our understanding of nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease advances, major gaps remain, from defining meaningful treatment success to overcoming innate drug resistance. In this conversation with Dr. Alexandria May,...

  15. Early Recognition and Diagnostic Confidence in NTM Lung Disease

    Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP Guest: Doreen Addrizzo-Harris, MD The biggest challenge in diagnosing nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease isn't confirmation; it's thinking to look for NTM in the first place. In this conversation with Dr. Brian McDonough, Dr. Doreen Addrizzo-Harris...

  16. Clinical Features and Outcomes of IOFB Removal

    What do large registry data reveal about outcomes after intraocular foreign body removal, and how should those findings shape surgical planning and patient counseling? In this episode of New Retina Radio Journal Club with VBS, Jordan Deaner, MD, moderates a discussion with Vaidehi Dedania, MD…

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  17. Socioeconomic Determinants and Outcomes in Proliferative Sickle Retinopathy

    Host: Maria Berrocal Guest: Audina Berrocal, MD Does socioeconomic status influence outcomes in proliferative sickle retinopathy? In this episode of Clinical Minute: Retina, host Maria Berrocal, MD, speaks with Audina "Nina" Berrocal, MD, of Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, who published a...

  18. Bridging the Gap Between Evolving Science and Patient Understanding

    Guest: Jason Goldman, MD Scientific uncertainty is inevitable, but how we communicate it matters. Dr. Jason Goldman, President of the American College of Physicians and liaison to the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, shares strategies for discussing the unknown with patients...

  19. Navigating NTM Lung Disease: A Patient-Centered Approach

    Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Kenneth Olivier, MD, MPH Guest: Shelby MacRae, MD In patients with nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease, treatment decisions rarely follow a one-size-fits-all approach. In this expert-led discussion, Dr. Kenneth Olivier and Dr. Shelby...

  20. Rising Colorectal Cancer in Young Adults: Implications for Screening

    Guest: Christopher Cann, MD Colorectal cancer is increasingly affecting younger adults, highlighting important gaps in current screening practices. Given this alarming trend, Dr. Christopher Cann discusses how rising incidence in patients under 50 challenges traditional screening thresholds and...

  21. Patient Navigators’ Role in Improving Colorectal Cancer Screening

    Guest: Christopher Cann, MD Patient navigators play an increasingly vital role in improving colorectal cancer screening rates and closing gaps in preventive care. Beyond care coordination, they serve as key educators by identifying eligible patients, addressing barriers, and facilitating…

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  22. Shared Decision-Making in Colorectal Cancer Screening

    Host: Gates B. Colbert, MD Guest: Sarina Schrager, MD Guest: Lashika Yogendran, MD Shared decision-making plays a critical role in improving colorectal cancer screening uptake by helping patients navigate emotional, logistical, and personal barriers to care. Joining Dr. Gates Colbert to discuss…

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  23. Blood-Based Colorectal Cancer Screening: Where Do We Stand?

    Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH Despite strong recommendations for colorectal cancer screening, many eligible patients are still unscreened because of access and convenience issues. Emerging blood-based screening tests may help expand participation, but...

  24. Epic Aura for CRC Screening: A Real-World Perspective

    Guest: Natalia Usoltseva MD, FACP, MHA Colorectal cancer screening (CRC) is one of the most powerful preventive tools in primary care, but disconnected workflows can make it difficult for both clinicians and patients to stay on track. Hear Dr. Natalia Usoltseva, a primary care provider at...

  25. Improving CRC Screening Workflows: A PCP's Recommendations

    Guest: Natalia Usoltseva MD, FACP, MHA Colorectal cancer (CRC) screening is most effective when it fits seamlessly into busy primary care workflows while still keeping patients engaged in the process. Join Dr. Natalia Usoltseva as she discusses practical ways to improve screening, from…

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  26. Improving CRC Screening Conversations in Primary Care

    Guest: Natalia Usoltseva MD, FACP, MHA Shared decision-making can be difficult to incorporate into already time-constrained primary care visits, especially when discussing colorectal cancer screening (CRC) options with patients. Join Dr. Natalia Usoltseva, a primary care provider at University of...

  27. How Delayed Colorectal Cancer Screening Impacts Quality of Life

    Guest: Christopher Cann, MD Delayed colorectal cancer screening can significantly impact not only clinical outcomes, but also patients’ long-term quality of life. Tune in to hear Dr. Christopher Cann share his insights on these lasting consequences, including the need for more extensive surgery…

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  28. The Clinical Consequences of Delayed Colorectal Cancer Screening

    Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Christopher Cann, MD Timely colorectal cancer screening can mean the difference between prevention, cure, and advanced disease. Even delays as short as a year are associated with significantly increased risks of advanced cancer and mortality. Given…

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  29. Improving CRC Screening Uptake: An Integrated Approach

    Guest: Mallik Greene, PhD A recent retrospective study evaluated how combining shared decision making and EHR-enabled workflow optimization impacted colorectal cancer (CRC) screening adherence among patients aged 45 and older. Learn more as Dr. Mallik Greene dives into the details and explains…

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  30. Postcolonoscopy Colorectal Cancer: Optimizing Quality to Reduce Risk

    Guest: Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH As fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) becomes more common in colorectal cancer screening, questions remain about post-FIT follow-up, especially when colonoscopies yield negative results. To explore this further, a recent review looked at the risk of colorectal cancer...

  31. Blood-Based Screening for Colorectal Cancer: Benefits and Limitations

    Guest: Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH Despite available options like stool-based testing and colonoscopy, colorectal cancer screening rates remain low. Blood-based testing, however, has the potential to improve adherence by offering a convenient alternative. Join Dr. Aasma Shaukat as she discusses the...

  32. Using FTIR to Support Accurate Tissue Assessment in Colorectal Surgery

    Host: Ashley Baker, MSN, PMHNP Guest: Heather Allen, PhD Guest: Ran Li, PhD Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy is emerging as a powerful tool for distinguishing cancerous from noncancerous tissue during colorectal cancer surgery. In a recent study, Drs. Heather Allen and Ran Li...

  33. Initiating Colorectal Cancer Screening Earlier: A Look at the Evidence

    Guest: Theodore Levin, MD In light of guidelines for the starting age of colorectal cancer screening shifting, a recent study explored how screening outcomes compare in adults age 45 to 49 and adults over 50. Across metrics like initiation, adherence, adenoma detection, and colonoscopy yield, the...

  34. Improving Colorectal Cancer Screening Adherence: Advantages of FIT

    Guest: Theodore Levin, MD For younger adults needing to get screened for colorectal cancer, fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) may help with initiation and adherence because of its speed, ease, and noninvasiveness. Hear Dr. Theodore Levin discuss FIT and its potential benefits, particularly in...

  35. Boosting Colorectal Cancer Re-Screening: The Role of Spanish Language Navigation

    Host: Ryan Quigley Guest: Mallik Greene, PhD A recent study showed that tailored Spanish-language navigation paired with the multi-target stool DNA (mt-sDNA) test can significantly improve colorectal cancer re-screening adherence among Spanish-speaking patients. Hear Ryan Quigley speak with Dr....

  36. Optimizing Colorectal Cancer Screening: A Stress Test of Current Guidelines

    Guest: Pedro Nascimento de Lima, PhD Conflicting colorectal cancer screening (CRC) guidelines have sometimes led to confusion over optimal starting ages and strategies. Join Dr. Pedro Nascimento de Lima as he walks through a comprehensive modeling study that tested 26 different strategies over...

  37. Supplement Use for Colorectal Cancer Prevention: Insights from NCCN Guidelines

    Guest: Reid Ness, MD According to the NCCN Guidelines for Colorectal Cancer Screening, there is mixed evidence around the impact of vitamin D, calcium, folate, and aspirin on colorectal cancer risk. Join Dr. Reid Ness as he discusses considerations for recommending these supplements based on...

  38. Analyzing Updates from the NCCN Guidelines for Colorectal Cancer Screening

    Guest: Reid Ness, MD The NCCN Guidelines for Colorectal Cancer Screening recently provided updates for patients at average and increased risk—most notably, lowering the recommended starting age from 50 to 45. Hear Dr. Reid Ness walk through the updates in depth, providing insight on screening...

  39. Disaster-Proofing Colorectal Cancer Screening: What We Learned from COVID-19

    Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Gloria Coronado, PhD Colorectal cancer screening saw significant disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic, a challenge that has also been reflected during natural disasters such as hurricanes and wildfires. Dr. Gloria Coronado joins Dr. Charles…

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  40. Boosting Colorectal Cancer Screening in Rural Clinics: Insights from SMARTER CRC

    Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Gloria Coronado, PhD Guest: Amanda Petrik, PhD The SMARTER CRC trial evaluated mailed fecal immunochemical (FIT) outreach and patient navigation strategies across rural clinics, analyzing how implementation factors like clinic-sent letters…

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  41. Improving Colorectal Cancer Screening Rates: Strategies for Equitable Care

    Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Jane McElroy, PhD Guest: Jean Wang, MD, PhD Guest: Nuha Wareg, MPH, MBBS Colorectal cancer screening remains underutilized across several underserved populations, including racial minorities and rural communities. That’s why Dr. Charles Turck speaks...

  42. Colorectal Cancer Screening: Evaluating the Cost-Effectiveness of Noninvasive Options

    Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP Guest: Carolyn Rutter, PhD Guest: Gloria Coronado, PhD Colorectal cancer screening strategies have significantly evolved in recent years, with noninvasive options like stool and blood-based tests explored for their potential to boost adherence. Drs. Gloria...

  43. Addressing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening in Rural Populations

    Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Michael Dougherty, MD Rural populations face unique challenges in accessing colorectal cancer screening, leaving many patients in these communities unscreened. However, mailed fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) may help address these barriers and...

  44. Weighing the Environmental Impact of Colorectal Cancer Screening Methods

    Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: A. Mark Fendrick, MD Colorectal cancer screening saves lives—but how do common methods like colonoscopy and non-invasive screening methods compare in their environmental effects? With the healthcare sector being responsible for over four percent of…

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  45. Higher Risk, Lowered Age: New Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines

    Host: John Russell, MD Guest: Richard Wender, MD From oncologists to primary care, physicians are witnessing an alarming trend in younger patients: the rising risk of colorectal cancer. To investigate this growing threat, Dr. John Russell speaks with Dr. Rich Wender, Chief Cancer Control Officer…

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  46. Streamlining Colorectal Cancer Screening in OB/GYN Care

    Guest: Jemel Bingham, MD Integrating colorectal cancer screening into OB/GYN care expands preventive services and supports comprehensive patient health. Tune in to hear Dr. Jemel Bingham discuss practical workflow strategies, EHR integration, and patient-centered approaches to streamline…

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  47. Preventing Colorectal Cancer with Smart Screening

    Guest: Harish Gagneja, MD Colorectal cancer often develops without symptoms, making proactive screening essential for early detection and prevention. Tune in to hear Dr. Harish K. Gagneja, a board-certified gastroenterologist in Austin, Texas, explain how patient risk, test selection, and…

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  48. The Stepping Stones to Better Colorectal Cancer Screening

    Guest: Harish Gagneja, MD Colorectal cancer is highly preventable, but many eligible patients remain unscreened due to common barriers and misconceptions. Tune in to hear Dr. Harish K. Gagneja share practical, patient-centered strategies to improve screening rates through education, choice, and...

  49. Adherence to OB/GYN-Ordered CRC Screening: Real-World Insights

    Guest: Mallik Greene, PhD Real-world data from a recent study show strong adherence to OB/GYN-ordered colorectal cancer (CRC) screening, including both stool DNA testing and follow-up colonoscopy. Tune in to hear Dr. Mallik Greene, an author of the study, discuss its key findings, demographic...

  50. How Colorectal Cancer Screening Fits into OB/GYN Care

    Guest: Mallik Greene, PhD Colorectal cancer screening (CRC) rates remain below national targets, particularly among younger eligible women and underserved populations. Join Dr. Mallik Greene as he discusses the role that OB/GYNs can play in expanding access to screening and improving…

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Tune in to interviews with the top thought leaders in medicine exploring the clinical and professional issues that are foremost in the minds of the medical community. Join us at the Clinician's Roundtable for discussions on a vast range of topics that every medical professional should know about.

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