Frankly Speaking About Family Medicine

Tattooing and Body Modification: From Risky to Mainstream – What are the Implications for Patient Care? - Frankly Speaking EP 43

In this episode, we discuss the first evidence-based guidelines by the American Academy of Pediatrics on body modification, piercing, and scarification, including complications and assessment of risk.  Learning Objectives:  Discuss the AAP’s EBP Guidelines on body modification, piercing and scarification in children, adolescents and young adults Discuss best practices for counseling adolescents and strategies for reducing associated risks regarding these practices.    

‘Tis the Season … for Depression; Get Your Patients Moving. - Frankly Speaking EP 42

How much exercise makes a difference in the primary prevention of depression and anxiety? Find out in this podcast which will provide insights from Norway’s HUNT cohort study that followed a healthy cohort of 33,908 individuals for 11 years. Learning Objectives:  Review the relation of exercise and the development of depression and anxiety in a healthy population. Discuss strategies and options to alleviate stress and promote wellness.  

Is Oxygen Helpful for Patients with Acute Stroke? - Frankly Speaking EP 41

Learning Objectives:  Understand the results of the Stroke Oxygen Study Understand which patients will benefit from supplemental oxygen

The Sun is Setting for Sulfonylureas - Frankly Speaking EP 40

Learning Objectives:  Review the data on the risks of SU use Consider other second line approaches to Type 2 DM Review Primary Treatment Goals for T2DM

Rare Risks with Pediatric Cough & Cold Medications - Frankly Speaking EP 39

Learning Objectives: Discuss the AAP position and why Review findings of adverse events and where the danger lies Offer advice on what to use and how to dose.

Treating Major Depressive Disorder: Considerations in Applying the Evidence - Frankly Speaking EP 38

Learning Objectives:  Identify the concerns surrounding depression screening and treatment. Discuss the numerous factors primary care providers need to take into consideration to improve management of depression in their patients.

PPIs: Too Much of a Good Thing? When and How to Discontinue Them - Frankly Speaking EP 37

Learning Objectives:  Discuss EBP Guidelines on management of Acid related GI condition and PPI prescribing Discuss best practice for appropriate PPI use in primary care and strategies for discontinuation. 

The Flu Stops with You – 2017/2018 Influenza Vaccination Recommendations - Frankly Speaking EP 36

Learning Objectives: Discuss the 2017-2018 American College of Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) 2017-2018 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine. Review age recommendations, high-risk populations and contraindications for seasonal influenza vaccination. Discuss best practices and dispel myths your patients may believe that prevent influenza vaccination.

Tonsillectomy Improves Sleep Disordered Breathing In Children - Frankly Speaking EP 35

Learning Objectives:  Understand the scope of the problems associated with sleep disordered breathing in children Review outcomes from this systematic review and meta analysis Appreciate the possible indications for surgery in children with sleep disordered breathing

Putting E-cigarettes to Good Use: Evidence on Smoking Cessation Impact and Population Health - Frankly Speaking EP 34

Learning Objectives: Clarify the concerns surrounding e-cigarette use. Discuss the potential for incorporating e-cigarette use as a smoking cessation strategy for patients.