CorConsult Rx: Evidence-Based Medicine and Pharmacy

A Review of Anticoagulants *ACPE-Accredited*

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the pharmacology/pharmacotherapy of anticoagulants. We compare and contrast the various agents currently available, and bri...

Our Thoughts on Prevagen

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, AJ and I discuss the OTC cognitive support supplement called Prevagen. We review the data that supposedly justifies this product bein...

Menstruation-Related Disorders *ACPE-Accredited*

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we cover various menstruation-related disorders. We review amenorrhea, heavy menstrual bleeding, PCOS, dysmenorrhea, PMS, and PMDD. ...

Adult Immunization Updates *ACPE-Accredited*

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review various adult immunizations and discuss the changes that were included in the 2022 ACIP updates. Cole and I are happy to sh...

Cystic Fibrosis

19 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we give an overview of cystic fibrosis. We start with some back ground information including some tests involved with the diagnosis. ...

2022 COPD Guidelines *ACPE-Accredited*

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the 2022 GOLD guidelines for COPD. Cole and I are happy to share that our listeners can claim ACPE-accredited continuing e...

Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension *ACPE-Accredited*

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and the pharmacotherapy options that are currently available.  Cole and I are happy...

Patient Case: HCV with Cirrhosis and Hepatic Encephalopathy

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Jessa Mae Sabate and Nichole Arroyo (4th year MUSC PharmD candidates) to discuss a patient case looking into the man...

Multiple Sclerosis *ACPE-Accredited*

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the management of multiple sclerosis. We start with discussing some background information about the disease. We then revie...

Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis *ACPE-Accredited*

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the ACR guidelines for managing rheumatoid arthritis.  Cole and I are happy to share that our listeners can claim ACPE-ac...

Updates for H. pylori Treatment

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the treatment options available for managing an H. pylori infection. We discuss how resistance rates have changed the reco...

2022 Heart Failure Guidelines *ACPE-Accredited*

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the 2022 AHA/ACC/HFSA guidelines.  Cole and I are happy to share that our listeners can claim ACPE-accredited continuing e...

Food Allergies and Celiac Disease *ACPE-Accredited*

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episde we review various food allergies and food intolerances (specifically celiac disease).  Cole and I are happy to share that our listener...

Patient Case: Intermittent Explosive Disorder

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Austin Dew, Emilie Parkman, and Kaleigh Steelman, all of which are P4 students. We are discussing a patient case dea...

Atopic Dermatitis *ACPE-Accredited*

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by P4 MUSC students Kaleigh Steelman and Emilie Parkman.  We disucss the management and treatment options for atopic d...

Managing Allergic Rhinitis *ACPE-Accredited*

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the various treatment options available for managing allergic rhinitis.  Cole and I are happy to share that our listeners...

Patient Case: Asthma and Cocaine use Disorder

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by 4th year pharmacy students Olivia Schad and Austin Dew. We discuss a patient case involving asthma and substance use...

Preventing HIV with PrEP

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Carly Floyd, PharmD, AAHIVP, CDCES, TTS, to discuss HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). Dr. Floyd is a clinical...

Opportunistic Infections *ACPE-Accredited*

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the opportunistic infections that affect patients with HIV and low CD4 counts. We review coccidioidomycosis, pneumocystis,...

Creating and Managing a Drug Formulary

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Nina Lathia, BScPhm, RPh, MSc, PhD, to discuss the process of developing and managing a drug formulary. Dr. Lath...

New Drug Updates '21-'22 *ACPE-Accredited*

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review several drugs that have been approved by the FDA over the last year. The list of drugs that we review are below: Brexafemm...

Dry Eye Disease

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss dry eye disease (also known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca). We give some basic background information including pathophysi...

Dermatophyte Infections *ACPE-Accredited*

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the treatment of dermatophyte (tinea) infections.  Hey guys, we're happy to share that our listeners can claim ACPE-accred...

Patient Case: Newly Diagnosed DM2 and a History of CVA

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Managing Crohn's Disease *ACPE-Accredited*

26 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the management of Crohn's Disease. We go over the newest guidelines and some of the supporting clinical data. We end by dis...

Tirzepatide: A New Frontier for Diabetes Management

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the data for tirzepatide, a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor ...

Medication Safety in Special Populations *ACPE-Accredited*

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review medication regimens for special patient populations. We start with a quick overview of CYP450 drug-drug interactions. We th...

Interstitial Cystitis/ Bladder Pain Syndrome

06 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Basics of Treating Hepatitis C

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss some of the basics of treating a patient with hepatitis C. We list the labs that should be drawn prior to starting treatme...

A Review of SSRIs and the ANTLER Trial

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Cole and I are joined by Trevor Walker, PharmD Candidate 2022. We begin by comparing and contrasting the original SSRIs as well as ne...

Endometriosis

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the management of endometriosis. We begin with some background information including risk factors, sign and symptoms, and ...

2021 C. difficile Treatment Guidelines

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the 2021 Focused Update Guidelines on Management of Clostridioides difficile Infection in Adults published by the Infectiou...

2021 Surviving Sepsis Guidelines

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by the host of the Pharm So Hard podcast, Dr. Jimmy Pruitt, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP, to discuss the 2021 Surviving Sepsis C...

Updates in Migraine Pharmacotherapy *ACPE-Accredited*

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the prevention and acute management of migraines. We start by reviewing the pathophysiology associated with a migraine. We...

New Data in HFpEF

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Spencer Carter, MD and Dr. Kyle Fischer, PharmD, to discuss preserved ejection fraction heart failure. Dr. Carte...

Parkinson's Disease

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the pharmacotherapy options for managing Parkinson's disease. We begin with some background pathophysiology/etiology. Then,...

Weight Loss Pharmacotherapy

31 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by MUSC P4, Calynn Dioses, to discuss medications that help patients with their weight loss goals.  Thanks for listenin...

Menopausal Hormone Therapy

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the use of hormone therapy in perimenopausal/menopausal women. We give some background information as well as labs that sh...

Rheumatoid Arthritis

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the management of rheumatoid arthritis. We start by reviewing some background information. Then, we compare and contrast t...

Patient Case: HFpEF, DM2, CKD, BPH

10 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by 4th year, MUSC students, Shannon Himes and Blake Adams. We discuss a patient case that involves HFpEF (with uncontro...

Food Allergies

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss immunologically mediated adverse reactions that patients can have to foods (food allergies). We provide a brief overview o...

Mastering the Residency Interview

23 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by PGY1 resident, Dr. Kristen Ingold, PharmD. Kristen came on the show to discuss her series of training videos designe...

Updates in Asthma Management *ACPE-Accredited*

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the latest pharmacotherapy recommendations for asthma management based on the 2021 GINA guidelines. We review the various ...

Hormonal Contraception

26 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we compare and contrast the various formulations of hormonal contraceptive options. We discuss some clinical pearls that are importan...

Medication Safety During Pregnancy

20 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss medication safety during pregnancy. We start by listing common teratogens to watch for in patients that are currently preg...

Acute Coronary Syndrome

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we revisit the topic of managing acute coronary syndrome. We review some background information and differentiate between a STEMI, NS...

Patient Case: COPD, PAD, Angina, and More

04 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by MUSC forth year PharmD student, Matthew Brock.  We review a patient case that covers multiple co-morbidities. We st...

Hypertension Management *ACPE-Accredited*

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we do a deep dive into hypertension management. We discuss the various medication classes, and then go into the pharmacotherapy algor...

Integrative Health 101 with Dr. Swathi

23 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Swathi Varanasi to review adaptogens, nutraceuticals, Ayurveda, and other elements of Integrative Health. We als...

Community-Acquired Pneumonia

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss treating community-acquired pneumonia. We start with the outpatient treatment options based on the 2019 IDSA CAP guideline...

Using Injectable Meds for DM2 *ACPE Accredited*

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the utilization of injectable medications in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. We compare and contrast the different GLP-1...

Managing Atrial Fibrillation

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we revisit the acute and chronic management and treatment of atrial fibrillation. We review the various rate-controlling and anti-arr...

Treating a Lice Infestation

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by TJ Parkman, PharmD candidate 2022 to discuss the management of pediculosis and pthiriasis. We compare and contrast h...

Patient Case: ESRD, DM2, Hep C, Hypertension, Dyslipidemia

28 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined again by MUSC P4 students Mary Alison Burch and Bernard Best to discuss a fairly complex patient case. This patient has...

Opioid Use Disorder - *ACPE Accredited*

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we review the treatment and management of opioid use disorder (OUD). We discuss some background on the opioid epidemic as well as some...

Nephrolithiasis Management

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by MUSC P4 students Mary Alison Burch and Bernard Best to discuss the treatment and management of nephrolithiasis. We s...

Managing Dyslipidemia: A Tale of Two Guidelines

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the management of dyslipidemia. We start by reviewing some basic pathophysiology. Then, we discuss the evidence-based medi...

Cultivating Empathy, Compassion, and Self-Confidence During Clinical Rotations

29 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Sandy Diec, PharmD and Kyle Fischer (PharmD Candidate 2021). Dr. Diec is a clinical professor at Texas A&M Colle...

Ulcerative Colitis

24 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the treatment options for ulcerative colitis. We start by discussing the different induction therapies for mild UC accordin...

2021 KDIGO Update: Managing Hypertension in CKD

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we review the 2021 KDIGO Guidelines on Managing blood pressure in a patient with CKD. You can read the Executive summary at the link b...

Treating Otitis Externa Vs Otitis Media

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss both otitis externa and otitis media. Review some basic background about both. Then we compare and contrast the treatment ...

Patient Case: HFpEF, Asthma/COPD, ASCVD, GERD

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by our friend Alex Hovey, PA-C to tackle another patient case. This patient has a history of HFpEF, asthma and COPD over...

Purulent Vs Nonpurulent SSTIs

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by 4th year PharmD students Lauren Mitchum and Boone Seagle to discuss purulent and nonpurulent skin and soft tissue in...

Acne Vulgaris Treatment

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss acne vulgaris. We start by reviewing some of the pathophysiology involved with this common disease state. We also go over ...

2021 American Diabetes Association Guidelines

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we review some of the highlights of the updated guidelines from the ADA for managing diabetes. Thanks for listening! If you want to s...

2021 American Diabetes Association Guidelines

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we review some of the highlights of the updated guidelines from the ADA for managing diabetes. Thanks for listening! If you want to s...

Restless Leg Syndrome

10 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we review restless leg syndrome. We discuss some background information including the diagnosis criteria. We then cover the various tr...

Tips and Tricks From our Dietitian Colleagues

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Angela Torres, RDN and Ingrid Soto, RDN from the tutoring and education company My RD Guide LLC. They discuss their ...

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth

27 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we discuss small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). We review the etiology/pathophysiology as well as risk factors. We also give ...

The New IBS Guidelines

11 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Lauren DuBose (PharmD candidate 2021) to discuss the 2020 irritable bowel syndrome guidelines published by the Ameri...

When is Procalcitonin Helpful

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by PGY-1 resident Dr. Sharon Yousif-Dickow, PharmD to discuss the possible value of procalcitonin in antimicrobial stew...

Patient Case: A Young Adult with End-Stage Renal Disease

30 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we work through a patient case. The case involves a 34 year-old patient suffering from end-stage renal disease, type-2 diabetes, hype...

2020 APA Schizophrenia Guidelines

13 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by Dr. Patrick Key and AJ Alford (PharmD Candidate) to discuss the 2020 American Psychiatric Association Schizophrenia G...

Acute Decompensated Heart Failure

06 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Kyle Fischer (P4 at Texas A&M Rangel College of Pharmacy) to give a brief review of acute decompensated heart failur...

Pericarditis

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Rashshana Blackwood and Jason Dressel (both PharmD Candidates 2021 MUSC College of Pharmacy) to discuss pericarditis...

Rheumatoid Arthritis - Part 2

20 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we cover part 2 of rheumatoid arthritis. We discuss the use of TNF alpha inhibitors and other non-TNF alpha inhibitor biologics.  Tha...

Rheumatoid Arthritis - Part 1

15 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we cover part 1 of rheumatoid arthritis. We discuss some background information and compare RA to osteoarthritis. We then discuss the ...

Medical Science Liaisons - Oncology

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by a fellow MUSC alum, Dr. Andrew Fariello, PharmD. Dr. Fariello is the VP of Global Medical Capabilities in Oncology f...

Lifestyle Changes Versus Medication

21 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Richard Harris, MD, PharmD. We discuss the importance of healthy lifestyle management in patients. We also revie...

Space Medicine with Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta

09 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta. Dr. Urquieta is a physician and the deputy chief scientist at the Translational Research Inst...

An Overview of PCOS and PMDD

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we cover more menstruation-related disorders. We review polycystic ovary syndrome, dysmenorrhea, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder....

Cannabis Science and Therapeutics

22 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined again by Dr. Swathi Varanasi to discuss her Cannabis Science and Therapeutics for Pharmacists online course. The course...

A Dyslipidemia Refresher

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we revisit the management of of dyslipidemia. We review the basic pathophysiology of atherosclerosis and the four statin treatment gr...

Treating Amenorrhea and Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

04 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Rashshana Blackwood, PharmD Candidate 2021 to cover both amenorrhea and heavy menstrual bleeding. We briefly review ...

Passing the NAPLEX with KnowFully Health

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Sarah Lawrence, PharmD, MA, BCGP and Jack Castonguay, PhD, CPA from KnowFully Health. They join us on the show to di...

GroceryRx with Lowcountry Street Grocery

19 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by Olivia Myers, RDN and Lindsey Barrow from Lowcountry Street Grocery. LSG is a Charleston based social enterprise that...

Treating Asthma

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we do another review of asthma treatment based on the 2020 GINA guidelines. We discuss using ICS/formoterol as the preferred rescue i...

Cardiac Arrest with Dr. Brian Gilbert

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined once again by Dr. Brian Gilbert to discuss cardiac arrest and the Advanced Cardiac Life Support algorithm. Brian's PGY2...

Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). We review the pathophysiology as well as some of the diagnostic criteria. We then give an ove...

Adaptogen Herbs

25 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Swathi Varanasi, PharmD to discuss the topic of adaptogen herbs. Dr. Swathi was joined by her RPD, Dr. Pam Tarlo...

Afib/HFrEF Patient Case

19 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss a pharmacotherapy patient case. The case covers afib, HFrEF, hypertension, anticoagulation, dyslipidemia, etc. Check out o...

The 2020 ISH Global Hypertension Guidelines

11 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we compare the newly published 2020 ISH Global Hypertension Guidelines with the 2017 AHA/ACC hypertension guidelines.  Thanks for lis...

Patient Case: Full Spectrum Pharmacotherapy Management

27 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Emily McTish and Sana Dossaji from the MUSC College of Pharmacy. We tackle a complex patient case that we had earlie...

COVID-19 Updates by Johns Hopkins Med Students

21 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by three Johns Hopkins med school students. Allie, Lucy, and Neha started their Instagram page called Daily COVID Spotl...

Tardive Dyskinesia

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review tardive syndrome (and particularly tardive dyskinesia). We discuss the causative medications and proposed mechanisms for th...

Reduced Ejection Fraction Heart Failure

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the pathophysiology of heart failure. We then discuss the medications used in the treatment of heart failure and the clinic...

A Review of Peptic Ulcer Disease

21 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss peptic ulcer disease. We review the treatment options of H. pylori infection as well as NSAID-induced gastric ulcer.  If ...

The Career and Legacy of Dr. C. Wayne Weart

12 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 100! On this episode, we are honored to have the great Dr. Wayne Weart on the podcast. Dr. Weart received his PharmD back in the 70's. He is n...

COVID-19 Treatment Updates with Dr. Patrick Key and Dr. Nicole Maksutovic

01 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Patrick Key, PharmD and Dr. Nichole Maksutovic, PharmD to discuss some of the new data surrounding COVID-19 trea...

Substance Abuse Disorder Counseling with Abdul Kargbo, CAC

29 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Abdul Kargbo, CAC. We discuss his work with patients that are trying to overcome substance abuse disorder. We also b...