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This Is Why with Dr. BustiHeart Borders & Chambers on a Chest X-Ray - Made EasyIn this lecture from This is Why, Dr. Busti will make the identification of the heart borders and heart chambers on a chest x-ray easy. Dr. Busti will walk step-by-step through how to identify the cardiac silhouette, locate the heart borders, and understand where the right atrium, left atrium, right ventricle, left ventricle, left atrial appendage, and apex of the heart sit on a standard PA chest x-ray (CXR).You’ll see how to connect real heart xray images with the underlying heart anatomy.You’ll learn how to:- Identify normal heart borders on a...
2025-12-2316 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiWhat is Dysphagia? Definition, Causes, & PitfallsIn this lecture from This is Why, Dr. Busti will break down dysphagia—the medical term for difficulty swallowing—in a clear, clinically relevant way. You’ll learn what dysphagia means, how clinicians use the term, and how to quickly recognize the difference between oropharyngeal dysphagia vs esophageal dysphagia. We’ll also cover high-yield dysphagia causes, red flags, and common pitfalls that lead to missed diagnoses—especially when aspiration risk is overlooked.What you’ll learn (quick + practical):- Dysphagia definition and how it shows up in real patients (“trouble swallowing)- Oropharyng...
2025-12-2312 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiChest X-Ray Exposure: How to Tell If Your CXR Is AdequateAre you looking at a portable chest x-ray and wondering, “Is this exposure good enough to trust?” In this video, we walk through how to check chest x-ray exposure step-by-step so you can quickly decide if a CXR is adequately penetrated and ready for interpretation. In this lecture from This is Why, Dr. Busti will provide you with a practical approach to how to read chest x-rays and judge image quality before making clinical decisions.You’ll learn how to:Recognize adequate CXR penetration using the “spine through the heart” ruleApply a simple chest x-ray qual...
2025-12-2212 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiHow to Easily Identify & Count Ribs on a Chest X-RayIn this lecture from This is Why, Dr. Busti will walk step-by-step through rib anatomy on a portable AP chest x ray, so you can quickly recognize posterior vs anterior ribs, assess inspiratory effort, and improve your overall chest x ray interpretation skills.You’ll learn how to:Spot posterior ribs and anterior ribs on a standard AP chest x rayUse rib counting to judge film quality and inspirationApply rib levels as landmarks when describing lung findingsAvoid common mistakes when reading portable chest x rays in the ER, ICU, and in...
2025-12-1913 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiPenicillin Allergy & Cephalosporin Cross-ReactivityIn this lecture from This is Why, Dr. Busti will answer the question, "Are patients with a penicillin allergy really at high risk when we use cephalosporins?" Dr. Busti will also discuss some of the evidence on penicillin allergy & cephalosporin cross-reactivity and shows you how to safely use β-lactam antibiotics in clinical practice.In this episode, we’ll cover:- Why most penicillin allergy labels are incorrect- The true risk of cephalosporin cross-reactivity (and why it’s not what you think)- How R1 side chains drive cross-reactivity between β-lactam antibiotics- Practi...
2025-12-1913 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiWhat Does Micturate Mean? Medical Terms Made Easy & RelevantWhat does “micturate” actually mean, and why do textbooks, exam questions, and older charts still use it instead of just saying “urinate”? In this lecture on Medical Terminology from This is Why, Dr. Busti breaks down the meaning and definition of micturate, how it relates to micturition and urination, and shows you exactly how this term is used in real clinical practice so it finally sticks.In this video, you’ll learn: what micturate and micturition mean in plain language, how to connect “micturate = urinate” so you never freeze on an exam, how the term shows up in phrases lik...
2025-12-1904 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiPractice Question: Penicillin Allergy - Avoiding Cross-ReactivityMaster penicillin allergy questions exactly the way they show up on your exams and in clinical practice. In this episode of This is Why, Dr. Busti will walk through a high-yield practice question on penicillin allergy and beta-lactam cross-reactivity, so you know which antibiotics are safe, which to avoid, and how to reason through the stem under exam pressure.You’ll learn how to:- Analyze a penicillin allergy history in an exam-style MCQ- Understand penicillin–cephalosporin cross-reactivity and when it actually matters- Apply beta-lactam cross-reactivity concepts (penicillins vs. cephalosporins) to patient care...
2025-12-1807 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiHow to Check Patient Positioning on a Chest X-RayMastering chest X-ray positioning is the first step to safe and accurate chest X-ray interpretation. In this video, “How to Check Patient Positioning on a Chest X-Ray,” Dr. Busti walk through a simple, practical checklist so you can quickly decide if a CXR is good enough to interpret—or if positioning errors (rotation, poor inspiration, clipping) are misleading you.You’ll learn how to:Tell PA vs AP views and why it matters for heart size and mediastinumSpot patient rotation using the clavicles and spinous processesAssess inspiration on a chest X-ray (how many rib...
2025-12-1616 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiAP vs PA Chest X-Ray: How to Tell the DifferenceIn this lecture from This is Why, Dr. Busti will teach you how to quickly and confidently tell AP vs PA chest X-ray (CXR) views apart so you don’t get misled by magnified hearts or a widened mediastinum. In this video, we break down chest X-ray projection step by step and show you how to spot whether a film is AP or PA view just by looking at the image itself—skills you can use on your next shift or exam.This teaching video is designed to help clinicians who want practical, bedside chest X-ray interpretation skil...
2025-12-0513 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiHow to Tell If Chest X-Ray Inspiration Is Adequate (Portable CXR Tips)In this lecture from This is Why, Dr. Busti will walk step-by-step through the proper steps to determine if the inspiration is good enough to allow the chest x-ray (CXR) to be appropriate to interpret and avoid missing an abnormality. This lecture will improve your overall chest x-ray interpretation skills.You’ll learn how to:Identify the posterior ribs and anterior ribs on a standard AP chest x rayUse rib counting to judge film quality and inspirationIf you’re looking for a clear, visual guide to how to read a chest x ray...
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AWR Malagasy / Malgache1 - Ny zavatra rehetra dia hain39;Andriamanitra 2 - Mpitoriteny toko faha 11 3 - Iza no nanova? 4 - Rahoviana Kristy no hoavy indray ? 5 - Mpandova ny teny fikasana, mpifatotra manana ny fanantenana1 - Ny zavatra rehetra dia hain39;Andriamanitra 2 - Mpitoriteny toko faha 11 3 - Iza no nanova? 4 - Rahoviana Kristy no hoavy indray ? 5 - Mpandova ny teny fikasana, mpifatotra manana ny fanantenana
2025-11-2259 minAWR Malgache1 - Ny zavatra rehetra dia hain39;Andriamanitra 2 - Mpitoriteny toko faha 11 3 - Iza no nanova? 4 - Rahoviana Kristy no hoavy indray ? 5 - Mpandova ny teny fikasana, mpifatotra manana ny fanantenana1 - Ny zavatra rehetra dia hain39;Andriamanitra 2 - Mpitoriteny toko faha 11 3 - Iza no nanova? 4 - Rahoviana Kristy no hoavy indray ? 5 - Mpandova ny teny fikasana, mpifatotra manana ny fanantenana
2025-11-2259 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiSSRI Antidepressants: Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinically RelevantIn this This Is Why pharmacology review, Dr. Busti walks through the Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)—how they became first-line for major depressive disorder and a wide range of anxiety-related disorders, and where their real-world pitfalls live.We compare the core agents—citalopram, escitalopram, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, and sertraline—covering indications, mechanism, and clinical nuances that matter at the bedside. You’ll learn how dose, half-life, metabolism, and side-effect patterns influence patient-specific choices, and what to monitor for safety and success.This episode includes practical guidance on:Managing sexual dysfunction, QT risk, and SIADHRec...
2025-11-2034 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiChest X-Rays: How to Read Like a Pro - A Step-by-Step GuideThis session teaches a reproducible, step-by-step approach to chest X-ray (CXR) interpretation using two complementary mnemonics: RIPE (Rotation, Inspiration, Penetration/Projection, Exposure/Artifacts) to verify image quality, and A-B-C-D-E-F-G-H-I to read findings in a consistent order. Viewers learn to spot essential landmarks (trachea, aortic knob, hila, lobes/fissures, diaphragms, costophrenic angles), recognize when AP vs PA matters (e.g., cardiothoracic ratio), and avoid common pitfalls that lead to misses. A live, real-time read ties the method together so the approach can be used on rounds, in clinic, or at the bedside.What...
2025-11-1139 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiChest X-Rays: How to Read Like a Pro - A Step-by-Step GuideThis session teaches a reproducible, step-by-step approach to chest X-ray (CXR) interpretation using two complementary mnemonics: RIPE (Rotation, Inspiration, Penetration/Projection, Exposure/Artifacts) to verify image quality, and A-B-C-D-E-F-G-H-I to read findings in a consistent order. Viewers learn to spot essential landmarks (trachea, aortic knob, hila, lobes/fissures, diaphragms, costophrenic angles), recognize when AP vs PA matters (e.g., cardiothoracic ratio), and avoid common pitfalls that lead to misses. A live, real-time read ties the method together so the approach can be used on rounds, in clinic, or at the bedside.What...
2025-11-1141 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiPredicting Your NCLEX-RN Success: Why Some Pass & Some Don'tIn this episode of This Is Why, Dr. Busti breaks down the evidence-based predictors of NCLEX-RN success for first-time test takers. See what the 10-year pass-rate trend really shows, which factors (GPA, standardized exit exams, program environment, life experience) matter most, and—most importantly—what you can do now to raise your odds on test day.Build confidence in your exam readiness and clinical mastery with free resources at https://thisiswhy.healthDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to p...
2025-11-1108 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiBPS Exam Pass Rates & Predictors of Success: How to Improve Your OddsBPS specialty board exams are challenging — and the data proves it. But knowing what drives success can make all the difference.In this episode of This Is Why, Dr. Busti reviews national BPS pass rate trends and explores what separates first-time test takers who succeed from those who don’t. Using data from multiple specialties, he highlights how residency training, study strategy, and preparation methods predict success — and why relying solely on memorization or guesswork fails so many candidates.You’ll learn how to interpret your own readiness, avoid common traps like overemphasizing blueprints or anecdota...
2025-10-2714 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiBPS Exams: Study What is Testable to Maximize SuccessPassing a BPS specialty exam takes more than hard work — it takes strategy and understanding.In this episode of This Is Why, Dr. Busti breaks down how BPS exams are built, what “testable” really means, and why focusing on validated, evidence-based concepts gives you a major advantage. Drawing on decades of experience as a pharmacist, educator, and exam review developer, he explains the multi-step process used to create fair, reliable, and job-related BPS exams.Listeners will learn why not all new or clinically relevant content appears on the test, how to interpret the exam blueprint effect...
2025-10-2714 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiPredicting Your NAPLEX Success: How to Boost Your First-Time Pass RateWhat predicts success on the NAPLEX? It’s not chance — it’s about understanding the factors that matter most.In this episode of This Is Why, Dr. Busti unpacks the key predictors of NAPLEX performance based on data and published literature. You’ll learn how GPA, pre-admission metrics, clinical performance, study effort, and test timing correlate with first-time pass rates — and how to interpret these factors to improve your own odds.Drawing from decades of experience teaching pharmacy and preparing students for licensing exams, Dr. Busti helps listeners identify what’s within their control and how to act o...
2025-10-2709 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiStudy Smarter for the NAPLEX: What’s Really Testable?The NAPLEX isn’t testing everything you’ve ever learned — it’s measuring what matters most for entry-level pharmacist competence.In this episode of This Is Why, Dr. Busti explains how the NAPLEX is built by the NABP, why understanding its blueprint helps you focus your studying, and how to avoid wasting time on untested or emerging content. Drawing on his own experience as a pharmacist, physician, and nurse — and decades teaching pharmacy students — he reveals the process behind question validation, exam updates, and psychometric testing.Listeners will learn how to identify high-yield, testable concepts that align w...
2025-10-2712 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiWhy NAPLEX Scores are Low & How to Reverse the TrendOver the past decade, NAPLEX pass rates have dropped — sparking concern across pharmacy education. But what’s really driving this decline?In this episode of This Is Why, Dr. Busti breaks down the data behind NAPLEX performance trends, exploring factors such as the rapid growth of pharmacy schools, shifts in applicant pools, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on learning and assessment.Drawing from decades of experience as a pharmacist, physician, and nurse, Dr. Busti helps listeners understand how these changes have shaped the profession — and what students can do to overcome them. You’ll learn...
2025-10-2713 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiNCLEX-RN: Study Smarter, Pass Faster: : Focus on What MattersPassing the NCLEX-RN isn’t about memorizing more — it’s about understanding what truly matters and how the exam is built to measure it. In this episode of This Is Why, Dr. Busti, a physician and pharmacist who began his healthcare career as a registered nurse, breaks down how the NCLEX-RN is developed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) — and what that means for your study plan.You’ll learn how to recognize high-yield, testable concepts, why some new content won’t appear on the exam, and how to focus your preparation on what can act...
2025-10-2708 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiPractice Question: Pneumonia Treatment - As Seen on Your ExamsIn this episode of This Is Why, Dr. Busti walks through a real-world board-style question on community-acquired pneumonia — connecting core pathophysiology to exam reasoning and clinical judgment. Using a 54-year-old patient case, you’ll learn how to differentiate inpatient versus outpatient management, apply CURB-65 and PSI scoring tools, and identify sepsis criteria that drive treatment decisions.Dr. Busti also unpacks the rationale behind antibiotic selection, comparing macrolide monotherapy, beta-lactam combinations, and fluoroquinolone alternatives — all while reinforcing how understanding why each answer choice is correct or incorrect leads to long-term mastery.If you’re preparing for your boa...
2025-10-0721 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiSmoking Cessation Agents: Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinically RelevantDr. Busti reviews pharmacologic options for smoking cessation—bupropion, nicotine replacement therapy, and varenicline—highlighting mechanisms, dosing strategies, and safety considerations. Learn how to integrate these therapies with behavioral approaches, tailor choices to patient comorbidities, and monitor for clinically relevant risks.Access bonus materials and downloads at https://thisiswhy.healthDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advi...
2025-10-0735 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiTCAs (Tricyclic Antidepressants): Uses, Risks & Practical MonitoringDr. Busti reviews tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)—their history, evolving role, and why they remain relevant today. Learn how tertiary vs. secondary amines differ, why lower doses are effective for pain and insomnia, and how overdose risks tie back to sodium channel blockade. Practical monitoring, counseling tips, and clinical pearls are highlighted to help you apply TCAs safely and effectively.Access bonus materials and downloads at https://thisiswhy.healthDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or ot...
2025-10-0739 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiTCA Antidepressants: Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinically RelevantDr. Busti reviews selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)—their mechanism, first-line indications, key side effects, and clinical pearls. Learn why SSRIs are widely used for depression and anxiety, how to avoid pitfalls like QT prolongation and drug interactions, and what to monitor to optimize patient care.Access bonus materials and downloads at https://thisiswhy.healthFind resources for this topic at https://www.thisiswhy.health/topics/pharmacology-review-tca-tricyclic-antidepressantsDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or...
2025-10-0734 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiSNRI Antidepressants: Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinically RelevantDiscover serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)—safe, effective antidepressants for depression, anxiety, and pain syndromes. In this episode, you’ll learn:- How SNRIs work in the brain and differ from SSRIs, TCAs, and MAOIs- Key medications: venlafaxine, desvenlafaxine, duloxetine, milnacipran, levomilnacipran- Important side effects, including blood pressure changes and SIADH in older adults- Tips for safe switching, monitoring, and counseling patientsCompanion tables (indications, mechanisms, PK/PD, side-effect grid, and monitoring prompts) are available for download and teaching at https://www.thisiswhy.health/topics/pharmacology-review-snri-antidepressantsDisclaimer: This...
2025-10-0729 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiAtypical Antidepressants: Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinically RelevantDr. Busti explores the atypical antidepressants—bupropion, mirtazapine, trazodone, vilazodone, and vortioxetine. Learn how these agents differ from SSRIs/SNRIs, when to use them, and how their unique side effect profiles can actually guide therapy.Access tables, visuals, and playlists for this episode at https://www.thisiswhy.health/topics/pharmacology-review-atypical-antidepressantsDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical ad...
2025-10-0736 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiMAOI Antidepressants: Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinically RelevantDr. Busti breaks down monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)—where they still fit in modern care, how they work, and how to use them safely.In this episode you’ll learn:Why MAOIs remain relevant for treatment-resistant depressionHow irreversible MAO-A/B inhibition elevates serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopaminePractical washout rules (why 14 days after MAOI, generally 7 days before starting an MAOI; longer with fluoxetine)High-yield differences (e.g., selegiline transdermal for depression vs. oral formulations for Parkinson’s disease)Key drug–drug risks (serotonergic agents, certain opioids like tramadol, linezolid/methylene blue)Tyramine-containing foods and counseling to prevent hypertensive crisis
2025-10-0737 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiProton Pump Inhibitors (PPI): Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinically RelevantDr. Busti reviews Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)—how they work, why they outperformed H2 blockers, key clinical uses, and important risks. From GERD to GI bleeds, learn the why behind PPIs so you can apply them safely in practice.Access tables, visuals, and playlists for this video at https://www.thisiswhy.health/topics/pharmacology-review-proton-pump-inhibitors-ppiDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Ne...
2025-10-0748 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiInhaled Corticosteroids: Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinically RelevantA practical pharmacology review of inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) in asthma and COPD. Dr. Busti explains why ICS are first-line therapy in asthma, their selective role in COPD, key mechanisms, dosing strategies, side effects, and patient counseling points to improve adherence and outcomes.Access downloads for this episode at https://www.thisiswhy.health/topics/pharmacology-review-inhaled-corticosteroids-asthma-copdDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition...
2025-10-0744 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiPotassium-Competitive Acid Blockers (PCAB): Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinically RelevantIn this episode of This Is Why, Dr. Busti unpacks the pharmacology and clinical relevance of the potassium-competitive acid blocker (P-CAB) class—featuring vonoprazan, the newest option in acid suppression therapy.You’ll learn how P-CABs compare to H₂ receptor antagonists and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) in terms of mechanism, onset, and duration of acid control. Dr. Busti explains the unique pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic properties that make vonoprazan a valuable alternative for patients who do not adequately respond to PPIs.The discussion connects the drug’s molecular action a...
2025-10-0737 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiStep 4 and 5 Apply and Assess: Where Evidence Meets UnderstandingThe final two steps of Evidence-Based Medicine—Apply and Assess—focus on turning knowledge into better patient outcomes. Dr. Busti explains how to apply evidence to real-world practice, integrate patient preferences, and assess the impact of your decisions to continually improve care. Discover how adapting your approach over time creates a more patient-centered, evidence-driven practice.Access bonus materials and downloads at https://thisiswhy.healthDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your phys...
2025-10-0616 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiThyroid Hormone Replacement: Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinical RelevantLevothyroxine is first-line for hypothyroidism, but getting it right requires precision. In this episode, Dr. Busti explains the TSH–T4–T3 feedback loop, why T4 is preferred over T3 or desiccated thyroid, and how half-life and protein binding shape dosing and monitoring. We cover steady-state timing (6–8 weeks), dose step sizes, manufacturer switches, and how food and cation supplements (calcium, iron, magnesium) alter absorption. You’ll also learn how anticonvulsants, rifampin, beta-blockers, steroids, and amiodarone affect levels or peripheral conversion.Special populations receive focused guidance: immediate dose increases in pregnancy, careful titration in cardiovascular disease, and intentional TSH suppress...
2025-10-0644 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiEBM in Real Life: When I Didn’t Know the “Why” (Deep Dive)In this personal reflection, Dr. Busti shares a formative moment of cognitive dissonance that reshaped his approach to evidence-based medicine. When a simple question exposed a knowledge gap, it sparked a lifelong commitment to understanding the “why” behind clinical decisions—and to teaching with honesty and humility.Access bonus materials and downloads at https://thisiswhy.healthDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medica...
2025-10-0615 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiCognitive Resonance vs Dissonance: Turning Gaps into GrowthCognitive dissonance—the moment we realize we don’t know something we should—can either hinder or grow us. In this episode, Dr. Busti explains how understanding and managing dissonance within the Evidence-Based Medicine framework strengthens humility, reflection, and better patient care. Learn to turn uncertainty into growth and develop true cognitive resonance.Access bonus materials and downloads at https://thisiswhy.healthDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other...
2025-10-0618 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiStep 3 Appraise the Evidence: Where Evidence Meets UnderstandingStep 3 of Evidence-Based Medicine focuses on appraising the evidence. Dr. Busti explains how to systematically evaluate research using validated critical appraisal tools (CATs), detect bias, and interpret the quality of data before applying it to patient care. Learn to distinguish strong evidence from weak studies and develop a reliable, reproducible process for evidence-based decision-making.Access bonus materials and downloads at https://thisiswhy.healthDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician...
2025-10-0621 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiStep 2 Acquire the Best Evidence: Where Evidence Meets UnderstandingStep 2 of the EBM process is all about how to acquire evidence efficiently. Dr. Busti explains how to turn your PICO question into an effective search strategy, use Boolean logic and MESH terms, and select the best databases for your clinical question. Learn to differentiate primary, secondary, and tertiary literature and find the most relevant evidence quickly without missing key studies.Access bonus materials and downloads at https://thisiswhy.healthDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek...
2025-10-0638 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiStep 1 Ask a Clinical Question: Where Evidence Meets UnderstandingEvidence-Based Medicine (EBM) has been shaping clinical decision-making for more than three decades. In this episode, Dr. Busti walks through Step 1 of the 5 A’s — Ask, focusing on how to craft clear, answerable clinical questions that drive better evidence searches and stronger patient care decisions.You’ll learn the difference between background and foreground questions, explore the structure of PICO (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome), and understand how extensions like PICOT and PICOTS add precision by incorporating time and setting. Using practical clinical examples—from asthma and hypertension to acute coronary syndromes—Dr. Busti demonstrates how well-formed questions save time...
2025-10-0627 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiThiazide Diuretics: Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinical RelevantThiazide diuretics have been essential in managing hypertension and remain one of the most widely prescribed drug classes today. But their value becomes clearer when you understand the “why.”In this episode, Dr. Busti explains the mechanism of thiazides at the distal convoluted tubule, how this drives sodium handling, and why their clinical effects differ from loop diuretics. We cover the key agents — hydrochlorothiazide, chlorthalidone, indapamide, and metolazone — and discuss their use in hypertension, edema, and special populations.Practical insights include why chlorthalidone often has stronger evidence than HCTZ, why higher HCTZ doses don’t yield more...
2025-10-061h 03This Is Why with Dr. BustiLoop Diuretics: Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinically RelevantMRAs—spironolactone, eplerenone, and finerenone—do far more than nudge blood pressure. They improve outcomes in heart failure, offer targeted benefits in CKD with T2D, and play a unique role in cirrhosis-related ascites. In this focused review, Dr. Busti walks through the why behind the what: aldosterone receptor blockade, tissue selectivity (kidney vs heart), and how those differences drive real-world choices, dosing, and safety.We compare agents head-to-head, unpack RAAS physiology, and translate it into exam-ready pearls and bedside judgment—covering hyperkalemia risk, gynecomastia, CYP3A4 interactions, ACEi/ARB combinations, and how to counsel on potassium-containing salt s...
2025-10-061h 12This Is Why with Dr. BustiMineralocorticoid Receptor Antagonists: Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinically RelevantMRAs—spironolactone, eplerenone, and finerenone—do far more than nudge blood pressure. They improve outcomes in heart failure, offer targeted benefits in CKD with T2D, and play a unique role in cirrhosis-related ascites. In this focused review, Dr. Busti walks through the why behind the what: aldosterone receptor blockade, tissue selectivity (kidney vs heart), and how those differences drive real-world choices, dosing, and safety.We compare agents head-to-head, unpack RAAS physiology, and translate it into exam-ready pearls and bedside judgment—covering hyperkalemia risk, gynecomastia, CYP3A4 interactions, ACEi/ARB combinations, and how to counsel on potassium-containing salt s...
2025-10-061h 01This Is Why with Dr. BustiH2 Receptor Antagonist Antacids (H2RA): Pharmacology Made Easy & Clinically RelevantH₂ receptor antagonists like famotidine and cimetidine have been around for decades, but they still play an important role in managing GERD, dyspepsia, ulcers, and even acute GI bleeding. In this episode, Dr. Busti reviews the history, pharmacology, and clinical relevance of this class, including the withdrawal of ranitidine.You’ll learn how H₂ blockers fit into the larger category of antacid therapy, why they’re effective for mild cases but limited in long-term control, and how tolerance can reduce effectiveness. Cimetidine’s drug interaction profile is explored in detail, including CYP450 effects and alcohol metabolism. Practical dosing con...
2025-10-0642 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiWelcome to This is Why with Dr. BustiIn this introductory episode of This Is Why, Dr. Busti shares the powerful story behind the creation of the podcast — and the mission driving it. With over 30 years of experience spanning nursing, pharmacy, medicine, and education, Dr. Busti offers a rare 360-degree perspective on healthcare.He discusses the common gap in medical training: being taught what to do and how to do it, but not always why. Through his own journey — from the ICU and emergency department to academic medicine and beyond — Dr. Busti explains how understanding the “why” transforms clinical decision-making, patient outcomes, and professional confidence.Liste...
2025-10-0605 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiWhy EBM Is So Hard - And Why It MattersEvidence-Based Medicine (EBM) is a cornerstone of clinical training, but why is it so difficult to practice and teach consistently? In this deep dive, Dr. Busti unpacks the foundation of EBM, the five A’s, and why application often falls short in practice. Drawing from his training at Oxford and years of teaching across medicine, pharmacy, and nursing, he highlights misconceptions, barriers, and practical strategies to bridge the gap between evidence, education, and patient care.This episode also uses a real-world case example—the ISIS-2 trial of aspirin in acute myocardial infarction—to illustrate how evidence should be und...
2025-09-2938 minThis Is Why with Dr. BustiWhat is EBM & EBM Terminology: Where Evidence Meets UnderstandingIn this kickoff episode on Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM), Dr. Busti explains what EBM is—and what it isn’t. You’ll learn why the classic Venn diagram (evidence, expertise, and patient factors) matters, and how the "Five A’s"—Ask, Acquire, Appraise, Apply, Assess—create a practical framework for clinical decision-making. We also unpack related terms like evidence-based practice, practitioner, and expert, showing how they fit together and why balance between literature, training, and patient preferences is essential. Perfect for students and early-career clinicians ready to ground their practice in the why behind the how.Access the video plus b...
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2025-09-0659 minAWR Malagasy / Malgache1 - Ny zavatra rehetra dia hain39;Andriamanitra 2 - Mpitoriteny toko faha 11 3 - Iza no nanova? 4 - Rahoviana Kristy no hoavy indray ? 5 - Ny fihemorana sy ny fanelanelanana1 - Ny zavatra rehetra dia hain39;Andriamanitra 2 - Mpitoriteny toko faha 11 3 - Iza no nanova? 4 - Rahoviana Kristy no hoavy indray ? 5 - Ny fihemorana sy ny fanelanelanana
2025-09-0659 min
Medication TalkMeds After Acute Coronary SyndromeListen in as our expert panel discusses the latest recommendations for managing medications after heart attacks and other cardiac events. You’ll hear our panelists review which antiplatelets to use, the optimal blood pressure meds, and the role of statin and non-statin cholesterol meds.Special guests:Danielle Blais, PharmD, FCCP, BCCP, BCPSCardiology Lead Specialty Practice PharmacistRichard M. Ross Heart HospitalThe Ohio State University Wexner Medical CenterJoel C. Marrs, PharmD, MPH., BCACP, BCCP, BCPS, FAHA, FASHP, FCCP, FNLAProfessor and Coordinator of Clinical OutreachThe University of Tennessee Health Science CenterDepartment of Clinical Pharmacy & Translational ScienceYou’ll also...
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2025-08-1659 minAWR Malagasy / Malgache1 - Aza mande @ lalana manimba 2 - Isaia toko faha fito ambiny telopolo 3 - Amintsika Andriamanitra, fiz fahatelo 4 - Ny toetran39;Andriamanitra sy ny fombany, fiz faharoa 5 - Ny fanekena tao Sinay1 - Aza mande @ lalana manimba 2 - Isaia toko faha fito ambiny telopolo 3 - Amintsika Andriamanitra, fiz fahatelo 4 - Ny toetran39;Andriamanitra sy ny fombany, fiz faharoa 5 - Ny fanekena tao Sinay
2025-08-1659 minAWR Malagasy / Malgache1- Hain39;Andriamanitra izay mahasoa anao koa misaora Azy 2- Fisorohana ny triglyceride ambony 3- Fomba fitarihan39;I Jesosy Fizarana faha efatra 4- Didy 12 ray aman dreny sy ny mpanabe Fizarana fahafito 5- Rano avy amin39;ny vatolampy1- Hain39;Andriamanitra izay mahasoa anao koa misaora Azy 2- Fisorohana ny triglyceride ambony 3- Fomba fitarihan39;I Jesosy Fizarana faha efatra 4- Didy 12 ray aman dreny sy ny mpanabe Fizarana fahafito 5- Rano avy amin39;ny vatolampy
2025-08-1259 minAWR Malgache1- Hain39;Andriamanitra izay mahasoa anao koa misaora Azy 2- Fisorohana ny triglyceride ambony 3- Fomba fitarihan39;I Jesosy Fizarana faha efatra 4- Didy 12 ray aman dreny sy ny mpanabe Fizarana fahafito 5- Rano avy amin39;ny vatolampy1- Hain39;Andriamanitra izay mahasoa anao koa misaora Azy 2- Fisorohana ny triglyceride ambony 3- Fomba fitarihan39;I Jesosy Fizarana faha efatra 4- Didy 12 ray aman dreny sy ny mpanabe Fizarana fahafito 5- Rano avy amin39;ny vatolampy
2025-08-1259 minAWR Malgache1- Ny hasambarana miankina @ toe-tsaina 2 - Mpitoriteny toko faha efatra 3 - Tsy miova ny filaharan39;ny herinandro 4 - Andriamanitra Zanaka 5 - Ny Paska1- Ny hasambarana miankina @ toe-tsaina 2 - Mpitoriteny toko faha efatra 3 - Tsy miova ny filaharan39;ny herinandro 4 - Andriamanitra Zanaka 5 - Ny Paska
2025-07-2659 minAWR Malagasy / Malgache1- Ny hasambarana miankina @ toe-tsaina 2 - Mpitoriteny toko faha efatra 3 - Tsy miova ny filaharan39;ny herinandro 4 - Andriamanitra Zanaka 5 - Ny Paska1- Ny hasambarana miankina @ toe-tsaina 2 - Mpitoriteny toko faha efatra 3 - Tsy miova ny filaharan39;ny herinandro 4 - Andriamanitra Zanaka 5 - Ny Paska
2025-07-2659 minAWR Malgache1 - Toerana mahasambatra no nomanin39;i Jesosy ho antsika 2 - Isaia toko faha dimy ambiny telopolo 3 - Amintsika Andriamanitra 4 - Famoronana sy fanavotana 2 5 - Ireo Loza tany Egypta1 - Toerana mahasambatra no nomanin39;i Jesosy ho antsika 2 - Isaia toko faha dimy ambiny telopolo 3 - Amintsika Andriamanitra 4 - Famoronana sy fanavotana 2 5 - Ireo Loza tany Egypta
2025-07-1959 minAWR Malagasy / Malgache1 - Toerana mahasambatra no nomanin39;i Jesosy ho antsika 2 - Isaia toko faha dimy ambiny telopolo 3 - Amintsika Andriamanitra 4 - Famoronana sy fanavotana 2 5 - Ireo Loza tany Egypta1 - Toerana mahasambatra no nomanin39;i Jesosy ho antsika 2 - Isaia toko faha dimy ambiny telopolo 3 - Amintsika Andriamanitra 4 - Famoronana sy fanavotana 2 5 - Ireo Loza tany Egypta
2025-07-1959 minAWR Malagasy / Malgache1 - Maniry hanova ny toetra ratsinao 2 - Isaia toko faha telo ambiny telopolo 3 - Aza tia izao tontolo izao 4 - Ny fahalavoan39;ny olona sy ny fanavotana azy, fiz faharoa 5 - Ireo sary maneho ny farany1 - Maniry hanova ny toetra ratsinao 2 - Isaia toko faha telo ambiny telopolo 3 - Aza tia izao tontolo izao 4 - Ny fahalavoan39;ny olona sy ny fanavotana azy, fiz faharoa 5 - Ireo sary maneho ny farany
2025-06-2159 minAWR Malgache1 - Maniry hanova ny toetra ratsinao 2 - Isaia toko faha telo ambiny telopolo 3 - Aza tia izao tontolo izao 4 - Ny fahalavoan39;ny olona sy ny fanavotana azy, fiz faharoa 5 - Ireo sary maneho ny farany1 - Maniry hanova ny toetra ratsinao 2 - Isaia toko faha telo ambiny telopolo 3 - Aza tia izao tontolo izao 4 - Ny fahalavoan39;ny olona sy ny fanavotana azy, fiz faharoa 5 - Ireo sary maneho ny farany
2025-06-2159 minAWR Malgache1 - Matokia an39;i Jehovah, mahareta mivavaka 2 - Isaia toko faha-iraika amby enimpolo 3 - Ny lanitra mitory ny voninahitr39;Andriamanitra 4 - Afaka mino, fizarana faharoa 5 - Ao @ Salamo fizarana voalohany1 - Matokia an39;i Jehovah, mahareta mivavaka 2 - Isaia toko faha-iraika amby enimpolo 3 - Ny lanitra mitory ny voninahitr39;Andriamanitra 4 - Afaka mino, fizarana faharoa 5 - Ao @ Salamo fizarana voalohany
2025-05-2459 minAWR Malagasy / Malgache1 - Matokia an39;i Jehovah, mahareta mivavaka 2 - Isaia toko faha-iraika amby enimpolo 3 - Ny lanitra mitory ny voninahitr39;Andriamanitra 4 - Afaka mino, fizarana faharoa 5 - Ao @ Salamo fizarana voalohany1 - Matokia an39;i Jehovah, mahareta mivavaka 2 - Isaia toko faha-iraika amby enimpolo 3 - Ny lanitra mitory ny voninahitr39;Andriamanitra 4 - Afaka mino, fizarana faharoa 5 - Ao @ Salamo fizarana voalohany
2025-05-2459 minAWR Malagasy / Malgache1 - Mamela ny helokay 2 - Isaia toko faha fito ambiny dimapolo 3 - Ny Fanasan39;ny Tompo, fiz faharoa 4 - Fanoloran-tena 5 - Ny firenena rehetra1 - Mamela ny helokay 2 - Isaia toko faha fito ambiny dimapolo 3 - Ny Fanasan39;ny Tompo, fiz faharoa 4 - Fanoloran-tena 5 - Ny firenena rehetra
2025-04-1959 minAWR Malgache1 - Mamela ny helokay 2 - Isaia toko faha fito ambiny dimapolo 3 - Ny Fanasan39;ny Tompo, fiz faharoa 4 - Fanoloran-tena 5 - Ny firenena rehetra1 - Mamela ny helokay 2 - Isaia toko faha fito ambiny dimapolo 3 - Ny Fanasan39;ny Tompo, fiz faharoa 4 - Fanoloran-tena 5 - Ny firenena rehetra
2025-04-1959 minAWR Malagasy / Malgache1 - Aza miraharaha izay fijery na izay filazan39;ny olona momba anao 2 - Isaia toko faha enina ambiny dimapolo 3 - Ny fanasan`ny Tompo 4 - Fanamarinana ahazom-pamonjena 5 - Sary an`ohatra avy @ fanambadiana1 - Aza miraharaha izay fijery na izay filazan39;ny olona momba anao 2 - Isaia toko faha enina ambiny dimapolo 3 - Ny fanasan`ny Tompo 4 - Fanamarinana ahazom-pamonjena 5 - Sary an`ohatra avy @ fanambadiana
2025-04-1259 minAWR Malgache1 - Aza miraharaha izay fijery na izay filazan39;ny olona momba anao 2 - Isaia toko faha enina ambiny dimapolo 3 - Ny fanasan`ny Tompo 4 - Fanamarinana ahazom-pamonjena 5 - Sary an`ohatra avy @ fanambadiana1 - Aza miraharaha izay fijery na izay filazan39;ny olona momba anao 2 - Isaia toko faha enina ambiny dimapolo 3 - Ny fanasan`ny Tompo 4 - Fanamarinana ahazom-pamonjena 5 - Sary an`ohatra avy @ fanambadiana
2025-04-1259 minAWR Malagasy / Malgache1 - Mihaino aho 2 - Isaia toko faha dimy ambiny dimapolo 3 - Miara-miasakafo @ i Jesosy 4 -Ny fanamarinana @ finoana, fiz faharoa 5 - Ny bokin`ny Genesisy, fototra1 - Mihaino aho 2 - Isaia toko faha dimy ambiny dimapolo 3 - Miara-miasakafo @ i Jesosy 4 -Ny fanamarinana @ finoana, fiz faharoa 5 - Ny bokin`ny Genesisy, fototra
2025-04-0559 minAWR Malgache1 - Mihaino aho 2 - Isaia toko faha dimy ambiny dimapolo 3 - Miara-miasakafo @ i Jesosy 4 -Ny fanamarinana @ finoana, fiz faharoa 5 - Ny bokin`ny Genesisy, fototra1 - Mihaino aho 2 - Isaia toko faha dimy ambiny dimapolo 3 - Miara-miasakafo @ i Jesosy 4 -Ny fanamarinana @ finoana, fiz faharoa 5 - Ny bokin`ny Genesisy, fototra
2025-04-0559 minAWR Malgache1 - Mijere an39;i Jesosy 2 - Isaia toko faha efatra ambiny dimapolo 3 - Aza ho mamon-divay, fiz faharoa 4 - ny fanamarinana @ finoana, fiz voalohany 5 - Ireo fitsipika vitsy momba ny faminaniana1 - Mijere an39;i Jesosy 2 - Isaia toko faha efatra ambiny dimapolo 3 - Aza ho mamon-divay, fiz faharoa 4 - ny fanamarinana @ finoana, fiz voalohany 5 - Ireo fitsipika vitsy momba ny faminaniana
2025-03-2959 minAWR Malagasy / Malgache1 - Mijere an39;i Jesosy 2 - Isaia toko faha efatra ambiny dimapolo 3 - Aza ho mamon-divay, fiz faharoa 4 - ny fanamarinana @ finoana, fiz voalohany 5 - Ireo fitsipika vitsy momba ny faminaniana1 - Mijere an39;i Jesosy 2 - Isaia toko faha efatra ambiny dimapolo 3 - Aza ho mamon-divay, fiz faharoa 4 - ny fanamarinana @ finoana, fiz voalohany 5 - Ireo fitsipika vitsy momba ny faminaniana
2025-03-2959 minAWR Malagasy / Malgache1 - Ahoana ny fiatrehanao ny olana mahazo anao 2 - Isaia toko faha telo ambiny dimapolo 3 - Aza ho mamon-divay 4 -Ny batisa fiz faharoa 5 - Ny fitiavana no fahatanterahan`ny lalana1 - Ahoana ny fiatrehanao ny olana mahazo anao 2 - Isaia toko faha telo ambiny dimapolo 3 - Aza ho mamon-divay 4 -Ny batisa fiz faharoa 5 - Ny fitiavana no fahatanterahan`ny lalana
2025-03-2259 minAWR Malgache1 - Ahoana ny fiatrehanao ny olana mahazo anao 2 - Isaia toko faha telo ambiny dimapolo 3 - Aza ho mamon-divay 4 -Ny batisa fiz faharoa 5 - Ny fitiavana no fahatanterahan`ny lalana1 - Ahoana ny fiatrehanao ny olana mahazo anao 2 - Isaia toko faha telo ambiny dimapolo 3 - Aza ho mamon-divay 4 -Ny batisa fiz faharoa 5 - Ny fitiavana no fahatanterahan`ny lalana
2025-03-2259 minAWR Malgache1 - Mampahendry ny tenin39;Atra 2 - Isaia toko faha roa ambiny dimapolo 3 - Ny atidoha sy ny Fanahy Masina 4 - Ny batisa, fiz voalohany 5 - Ny fitiavan sy ny rariny, ireo didy roa lehibe indrindra1 - Mampahendry ny tenin39;Atra 2 - Isaia toko faha roa ambiny dimapolo 3 - Ny atidoha sy ny Fanahy Masina 4 - Ny batisa, fiz voalohany 5 - Ny fitiavan sy ny rariny, ireo didy roa lehibe indrindra
2025-03-1559 minAWR Malagasy / Malgache1 - Mampahendry ny tenin39;Atra 2 - Isaia toko faha roa ambiny dimapolo 3 - Ny atidoha sy ny Fanahy Masina 4 - Ny batisa, fiz voalohany 5 - Ny fitiavan sy ny rariny, ireo didy roa lehibe indrindra1 - Mampahendry ny tenin39;Atra 2 - Isaia toko faha roa ambiny dimapolo 3 - Ny atidoha sy ny Fanahy Masina 4 - Ny batisa, fiz voalohany 5 - Ny fitiavan sy ny rariny, ireo didy roa lehibe indrindra
2025-03-1559 min
Life of Flow58. Why Vascular Innovation Is Under Attack — Insights from a Vascular ExpertDr. Eric A. Secemsky, MD, MSc, RPVI, FACC, FAHA, FSCAI, FSVM, a leading vascular interventionalist and researcher, joins Life of Flow Podcast to reveal the critical challenges shaping the future of vascular medicine. As the Director of Vascular Intervention at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) and Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Secemsky has been at the forefront of pioneering research, policy advocacy, and real-world data analysis.In this episode, he shares his insider perspective on the realities of medical innovation, the battle for evidence-based decision-making, and the unspoken struggles...
2025-03-1258 min
DEBORAH PRUMPODCAST-TIME OF THE CHILD-BOOK REVIEWPODCAST-TIME OF THE CHILD-BOOK REVIEW
The first half of Time of the Child by Niall Williams moves ever so slowly, taking its time to build a solid framework for the captivating events of the second half. By the middle of this novel, we readers are intimately acquainted with the village of Faha, its topography, history, climate, culture, spiritual leanings, its people and the fascinating ways they are connected. Even though there’s not a lot of action for the first 130 pages, Williams builds narrative tension by making sure we readers care about the characters, both main and minor. He writes about the vil...
2025-02-2604 min
"En Plein Coeur", par un cardiologueLes animaux prennent soin de votre coeur❤️ Bonjour,Bienvenue dans cet épisode consacré aux animaux. On les aime, ils nous font rire … ils sont de vrais membres de notre famille et nous parlent avec le coeur 🥰Que vous soyez team chat 🐈 ou team chien 🐕, vous seriez surpris des effets qu'ils ont sur votre santé 🤲Mais saviez vous que de nombreuses études s’étaient intéressées à évaluer le lien de leur présence sur les paramètres de santé, notamment cardiovasculaire ? 🗓️📈Alors, écoutez jusqu’au bout, vous allez être séduits 🐶
2024-07-1026 min
Unscripted63. Jo Ellen Rodgers, PharmD, BCPS, BCCP, FCCP, FHFSA, FAHA, CPP - Clinical Practice with Academia, Cardio-oncology, How Work Life Impacts Personal LifeJo Ellen Rodgers, PharmD, BCPS, BCCP, FCCP, FHFSA, FAHA, CPP, is Professor and Vice Chair of Professional Education and Practice for the Division of Pharmacotherapy and Experimental Therapeutics at the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy. She was also the recipient of the 2022 ACCP Cardiology PRN Lifetime Achievement Award.Dr. Rodgers has always been a joy to talk to and you’ll see why on this episode. We talk about how her clinical practice drives her research and teaching in academia and how she transitioned from UNC Medical Center’s acute care cardiology to ambulatory care cardio-oncology. As with...
2024-01-2246 min
Educational LandscapesLessons from Laura Kimble, PhD, RN, FNP-C, FAHA, FAANLaura Kimble, PhD, RN, FNP-C, FAHA, FAAN is Associate Dean for Academic Operations, Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Emory University. In this episode Laura talks about how her upbringing helped shape the type of leader she is and the importance of negotiation skills in leadership. Laura also shares some words of wisdom such as "it's good to have clarity about who you are and what you bring to the institution".ResourcesCormac McCarthy, The RoadNarnia Books by C. S. Lewis | Narnia.comHarry Potter booksHome - American Academy of Nursing Main Site
2023-05-1743 min
Decera Clinical Education Medical Specialties PodcastInterview With the Experts: Strategies to Overcome SDOH in NVAF Part 1In this episode, Keith C. Ferdinand MD, FACC, FAHA, discusses with David S. Kountz, MD, a patient case in which health disparities affected NVAF care and provides strategies to address low health literacy and patient access to direct-acting oral anticoagulant to improve NVAF-related cardiovascular outcomes.PresentersKeith C. Ferdinand, MD, FACC, FAHA Professor of Medicine Tulane Heart and Vascular InstituteTulane University School of MedicineNew Orleans, LouisianaDavid S. Kountz, MDProfessor of MedicineDepartment of MedicineHackensack Meridian School of MedicineNutley, New Je...
2022-06-0313 min
Decera Clinical Education APP PodcastNVAF Management and Future DirectionsThis podcast is the third in a series of 3 featuring an expert multidisciplinary panel of faculty addressing the impact of social determinants of health on NVAF and CV-related outcomes and strategies to overcome these disparities. In this episode, Keith C. Ferdinand, MD, FACC, FAHA, details the effects of SDOH on anticoagulation prescribing in NVAF and provides an overview of areas for future study. Review the downloadable slideset and full program at: PCE.is/NVAF.Contributors:Program DirectorKeith C. Ferdinand, MD, FACC, FAHA, has disclosed that he has received consulting fees from Amgen, B...
2022-05-2620 min
The Tomorrow List with Rusha ModiEp. 12 - Hunger for Reform: A Path Forward for the Obesity Epidemic with Fatima Cody Stanford MD MPH MBA FAAP FACP FAHA FAMWA FTOSDr. Stanford is nothing less than an all-star. She is the most credentialed academic physician I’ve yet to meet and that’s saying something given the people I have had the privilege to work with. She’s a world-renown expert on obesity and operates a Harvard-based clinic and teaches in Boston, Mass. She discusses the genetics and stigma surrounding weight, the macro forces pushing us to eat more, and the stakeholders in our obesogenic environment. She offers a compelling throughline on the intersection of race, COVID-19, and weight. She explains why she feels fat is not people’s fault an...
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TOTAL BRAINHow Exercise Can Change Your Life_Dr Patrick Dunn PhD, MS, MBA, FAHADr Patrick Dunn, PhD, MS, MBA, FAHA is the Program Director for Connected Heart Health and the AHA Inside initiative for the American Heart Association’s new Center of Excellence for Health Technology and Innovation. Patrick has a unique blend of knowledge and experience in healthcare, business development, software engineering, quality and research. Dr. Dunn is a clinical exercise physiologist and health educator with 35 years of experience in cardiac rehabilitation, preventive cardiology and wellness with specific expertise in digital health literacy and digital coaching methods.
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The FPMA Paris PodcastToriteny alahady 13 febroary 2022 (Pasteur Clement Rakoto) - Fankalazana ny faha-35 taonan'ny TilyToriteny alahady 13 febroary 2022 - Fankalazana ny faha-35 taonan'ny Tily
Mpitoriteny: Pasteur Clément Rakoto
Lohahevitra : Tily. Jeremia 17.5-8 / 1 Korintiana 15.12-20 / Lioka 6.17-26
Vakiteny : Jeremia 17.5-8 / 1 Korintiana 15.12-20 / Lioka 6.17-26
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The Whole Health Cure"The Heart of Cardiovascular Prevention" with Laurence S. Sperling, MDIn this episode Laurence S. Sperling, M.D., FACC, FAHA, FACP, FASPC talks about prevention of heart disease. Dr. Sperling covers a range of topics related to cardiovascular disease and its prevention. What is preventive cardiology? How can we prevent heart disease in individuals and populations? What are the risk factors for heart disease? Dr. Sperling discusses the opportunities in healthcare as it relates to cardiovascular health, and why this topic is especially relevant in the time of the pandemic. Dr. Sperling talks about local and national projects he is leading to restore cardiovascular health and closes with tips...
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Vital CapacityMentorship and Career in Academic Medicine with Benjamin S. Abella, MD, MPhilIn this episode, Bhardwaj’s mentor, Benjamin S. Abella, MD, MPhil, FACEP, FAHA, discusses the importance of a strong mentor-mentee relationship, his path into internal and emergency medicine training and much more. Intro :00 Welcome to another episode of Vital Capacity :19 About Abella :28 The interview 1:40 Tell me a bit about yourself in your own words 1:54 The importance of blending the personal and professional aspects of academic mentorship 5:00 How do you find balance? Define a day for me 8:41 You’re one of the few people in the country who are trained in both internal medicine and emergency medicine … Can you share w...
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Really Interesting WomenDist. Professor Genevieve Bell AO FTSE FAHAEp. 58 Distinguished Professor Genevieve Bell AO FTSE FAHAThis was one of the most interesting conversations I've had. And that's saying something. Genevieve's background is technical and almost overwhelming....but don't do what I did and shake your head and go, 'I'm not going to understand a single word of this,' because we break things down and build them back up again. And it's fascinating.Distinguished Professor Genevieve Bell, AO FAHA FTSE is the Director of the School of Cybernetics and 3A institute (3Ai) at the Australian National University, and a Vice...
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EMS on AIR PodcastS2:E33 - "Evolving your Stroke System of Care - An interview with Edward Jauch, MD, MS, FAHA FACEP and Dr. Steve McGraw, D.O." Recorded May 3, 2021In this episode, we welcome Dr. Edward Jauch, the Chief of System Research, at the Mission Research Institute/Mission Health System. Dr. Jauch served as the Chair of Stroke Council for the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association and was the primary author for the 2013 Acute Ischemic Stroke guidelines. He is a co-author of the flagship American Heart Association / American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA) guidelines for telemedicine use in stroke, primary prevention of stroke, prehospital care of stroke, and stroke systems of care, as well as over 20 other AHA guidelines and scientific statements. Collectively Dr. Jauch’s efforts have focu...
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SBCC Vaquero VoicesEpisode 17 - Ellen O'ConnorMentioned in this Episode:SBCC Physical Education - https://www.sbcc.edu/physicaleducation/SBCC Life Fitness Center - https://www.sbcc.edu/physicaleducation/lifefitnesscenter.phpBridge Tracker - https://www.bridgeathletic.com/personal-trainerSBCC Athletics - https://www.sbccvaqueros.com/landing/indexCCCAA - https://www.cccaasports.org/landing/indexBolognese Recipe - https://docs.google.com/document/d/10YtiruJ8IJSxI-RS43V3CrYi9hiXsEWSmoi-5I-K2yk/edit?usp=sharingUniboil - https://uniboilsb.muncho.io/post/detail?businessId=5f7fde65a8e35e254d7605d2...
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Bedside Rounds61 - EtymologiesWords matter. At its best, etymology gives us insight not only into the origins of words, but why they remain so important today, especially in medicine, where we’ve been accruing jargon for millennia. In this episode, we’re delving into four specific words -- doctor, cerebrovascular accident, rounds, and zebras. And along the way, we’re going to discuss pre-historical pastoralists on the Eurasian steppes, medieval universities, Octagonal air-ventilated chambers in 19th century Baltimore, and of course, early 21st century sitcoms. Works cited: OSLER W. THE NATURAL METHOD OF TEACHING THE SUBJECT OF MEDICINE...
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The Whole Health CureRecast: "The Heart of Cardiovascular Prevention" with Laurence S. Sperling, M.D., FACC, FAHA, FACP, FASPCIn honor of February, Heart Health Month, we are recasting our favorite conversations with heart health experts!In this episode Laurence S. Sperling, M.D., FACC, FAHA, FACP, FASPC talks about prevention of heart disease. Dr. Sperling covers a range of topics related to cardiovascular disease and its prevention. What is preventive cardiology? How can we prevent heart disease in individuals and populations? What are the risk factors for heart disease? Dr. Sperling discusses the opportunities in healthcare as it relates to cardiovascular health, and why this topic is especially relevant in the time of the pandemic...
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CMB Red Cup TalkReal Estate investment Part 1The guys are join by Real estate investors Jonny and Faha Dean to discuss real estate investing
Faha Dean @fahadean &
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Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing: The BeatIn Their Own Words: Dr. Christopher LeePatterns of Heart Failure Dyadic Illness Management: The Important Role of Gender
Lee, Christopher S. PhD, RN, FAHA, FAAN, FHFSA; Sethares, Kristen A. PhD, RN, CNE, FAHA; Thompson, Jessica Harman PhD, RN, CCRN-K; Faulkner, Kenneth M. PhD, RN, ANP; Aarons, Emily; Lyons, Karen S. PhD, FGSA
https://journals.lww.com/jcnjournal/Fulltext/2020/09000/Patterns_of_Heart_Failure_Dyadic_Illness.2.aspx?context=FeaturedArticles&collectionId=2
2020-11-1502 minJournal of Cardiovascular Nursing: The BeatInterview with Dr. Christopher Lee and Dr. Karen Lyons Patterns of Heart Failure Dyadic Illness Management The Important Role of GenderPatterns of Heart Failure Dyadic Illness Management: The Important Role of Gender
Lee, Christopher S. PhD, RN, FAHA, FAAN, FHFSA; Sethares, Kristen A. PhD, RN, CNE, FAHA; Thompson, Jessica Harman PhD, RN, CCRN-K; Faulkner, Kenneth M. PhD, RN, ANP; Aarons, Emily; Lyons, Karen S. PhD, FGSA
The Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing: 9/10 2020 - Volume 35 - Issue 5 - p 416-422
doi: 10.1097/JCN.0000000000000695
https://journals.lww.com/jcnjournal/Fulltext/2020/09000/Patterns_of_Heart_Failure_Dyadic_Illness.2.aspx?context=FeaturedArticles&collectionId=2
Abstract
Background
The ways in which patients with heart...
2020-11-1433 min
TOTAL BRAINFIVE ACTIONS FOR A HEALTHY HEART AND BRAIN - Dr Patrick Dunn PhD, MS, MBA, FAHADr Patrick Dunn, PhD, MS, MBA, FAHA is the Program Director for Connected Heart Health and the AHA Inside initiative for the American Heart Association’s new Center of Excellence for Health Technology and Innovation. Patrick has a unique blend of knowledge and experience in healthcare, business development, software engineering, quality and research. Dr. Dunn is a clinical exercise physiologist and health educator with 35 years of experience in cardiac rehabilitation, preventive cardiology and wellness with specific expertise in digital health literacy and digital coaching methods.
2020-09-2828 min
WISER ConversationsRandi Foraker, PhD, MA, FAHARandi Foraker, PhD, MA, FAHA, is focused on applying epidemiology and informatics techniques to solve problems in the population health domain. She is the Director of the Center for Population Health Informatics (CPHI) at the Institute for Informatics (I2) and an Associate Professor of General Medical Sciences at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. As director of the CPHI, she aims to improve the health of the community through data and support data access, analytics, and dissemination efforts. Her own work specializes in the design of population-based studies and the integration of electronic health record data with...
2020-09-2218 minJournal of Cardiovascular Nursing: The BeatMobile Electrocardiogram Monitoring and Health-Related Quality of Life in Patients With Atrial FibrillationMobile Electrocardiogram Monitoring and Health-Related Quality of Life in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation
Findings From the iPhone Helping Evaluate Atrial Fibrillation Rhythm Through Technology (iHEART) Study
Caceres, Billy A. PhD, RN, AGPCNP-BC; Hickey, Kathleen T. EdD, FNP, ANP, FAHA, FAAN; Bakken, Suzanne B. PhD, RN, FAAN, FACMI; Biviano, Angelo B. MD, MPH; Garan, Hasan MD; Goldenthal, Isaac L. MS; Koleck, Theresa A. PhD, RN; Masterson-Creber, Ruth PhD, MPH, RN, FAHA; Turchioe, Meghan Reading PhD, MPH, RN; Jia, Haomiao PhD
The Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing: 7/8 2020 - Volume 35 - Issue 4 - p 327-336
doi: 10.1097/JCN.0000000000000646
Abstract
Background
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is associated...
2020-08-0404 min
The Whole Health Cure"The Heart of Cardiovascular Prevention" with Laurence S. Sperling, M.D., FACC, FAHA, FACP, FASPCThis is a very special episode - Episode # 100! THANK YOU to everyone for your continued support!In this episode Laurence S. Sperling, M.D., FACC, FAHA, FACP, FASPC talks about prevention of heart disease. Dr. Sperling covers a range of topics related to cardiovascular disease and its prevention. What is preventive cardiology? How can we prevent heart disease in individuals and populations? What are the risk factors for heart disease? Dr. Sperling discusses the opportunities in healthcare as it relates to cardiovascular health, and why this topic is especially relevant in the time of the pandemic. Dr...
2020-05-1536 min