CorConsult Rx: Evidence-Based Medicine and Pharmacy

Sickle Cell Disease

21 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we give a brief overview of sickle cell disease (anemia). We discuss some background information, complications, and various treatmen...

Vertigo

17 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review some of the pathophysiology and etiologies of vertigo. We also discuss some of the medications that are used to alleviate t...

Integrative Health and Medical Cannabis with Dr. Swathi Varanasi

13 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Swathi Varanasi, PharmD to discuss her experience in a PGY1 integrative health and medical cannabis residency. S...

Revisiting Anemia

27 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we revisit iron-deficiency anemia as well as megaloblastic anemia. We also discuss anemia of inflammation (anemia of chronic disease)...

Testosterone Replacement Therapy

13 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we talk about male hypogonadism and testosterone replacement therapy. We review some background testosterone biochemistry concepts. W...

The Infamous Coronavirus

05 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the 2019 novel Coronavirus outbreak. We review some background and the origin of the outbreak. We also summarize some of t...

Uremic Pruritus with Sharon Dickow

31 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Sharon Dickow. Sharon is a P4 student at Wayne State University College of Pharmacy. We discuss uremic pruritus whic...

Tricks for Treating Resistant Hypertension

20 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss a few tips and tricks for treating resistant hypertension that can be utilized before adding additional medications. We re...

Tricks for Treating Resistant Hypertension

20 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss a few tips and tricks for treating resistant hypertension that can be utilized before adding additional medications. We re...

A Deeper Look at Treatment Options for General Depression

05 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a follow-up to our discuss on general depression and the STAR*D trial. We review the algorithm created by Dr. David Osser and colleagu...

Nuclear Pharmacy and Education with Kevin Hope from FreeCE.com

26 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Kevin Hope. Kevin worked as a board certified nuclear pharmacist for many years. He provides us some insight into th...

The 2019 Community Acquired Pneumonia Guidelines

18 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Ohio Northern University College of Pharmacy student Martin Brenneman. Martin eventually hopes to complete a PGY2 in...

Current Drug Studies with Palmetto Clinical Research

16 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by my little cousin Rachel Corvino, BSN and Emily Phillips, CCRC from Palmetto Clinical Research. PCR is the research d...

A Look at Anesthesiology with Dr. David Convissar, MD

06 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. David Convissar, MD. He discusses what led him into medicine and eventually into Anesthesiology. He gives some i...

How Should Students use Social Media with Amelia Furbish

22 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Amelia Furbish, PharmD/PhD Candidate. Amelia recently launched her pharmacology Instagram page called Happy Pills (@...

Preparing for Midyear with Dr. Brian Gilbert

17 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Brian Gilbert, PharmD, BCPS,  BCCCP and two of his residents. We review some tactics for standing out during the re...

Antipsychotic use in Schizophrenia

30 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by PGY-1 resident Patrick Key, PharmD. We review the signs and symptoms of schizophrenia. We then discuss the pharmacol...

A Review of Antiepileptics

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we briefly describe a few common types of seizures. We then review the adverse effects, mechanism, interactions, and several clinical...

Osteoarthritis Management

08 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the treatment options of osteoarthritis. We discuss the various joints and comorbidities that can guide treatment selection...

Medication Options for Osteoporosis

03 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we give a general overview of the treatment options available for osteoporosis. We discuss osteoporosis seen in men and  postmenopau...

COPD Guideline Review

26 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we discuss the 2019 GOLD guidelines for the management of COPD. We review the POET, FLAME, and other trials to explain some of the rec...

Fluids: Not Just for Drinking (with Dr. Brian Gilbert)

23 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by Dr. Brian Gilbert, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP. Dr. Gilbert provides an overview of fluid management for managing various con...

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

17 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we review obsessive-compulsive disorder. We start by giving a brief overview and background of the disorder. We then discuss some firs...

SGLT-2 Inhibitors in Renal Disease and UTI Review

03 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by two MUSC 4th year pharmacy students, Ian and Allison. We discuss the CREDENCE trial (NEJM 2019) that showed the bene...

Statin Induced Diabetes with Zach Posey

21 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Zach Posey. Zach is a 4th year pharmacy student at the Medical University of South Carolina. He recently received ho...

Tackling a Complex Patient Case

31 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review various disease states by going through a patient case. We talk about diabetes management, HFrEF, hypertension, dyslipidemi...

What's the Difference?

24 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we answer some common questions from the world of community pharmacy. One of our listeners compiled these questions and e-mailed them...

Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

22 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the pathophysiology and pharmacotherapy involved with the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension. If you have any que...

2019 Asthma Guidelines

04 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the updated 2019 GINA (Asthma) guidelines. We review basic pathophysiology and diagnostics. We then examine the updated tr...

A Deeper Look at Dyslipidemia

26 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Last November we discussed the updated lipid guidelines. We wanted to revisit the treatment options for dyslipidemia and discuss some of the updated d...

Back to the Basics with ADME

13 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we give a basic overview of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion. We discuss the CYP450 enzyme system, various ph...

Hepatitis A and B Review

30 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we give a brief overview of the management of both hepatitis A and B. We also review ACIP immunization recommendations for both diseas...

DM2 and HFrEF Patient Case Review

25 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode was originally supposed to be a simple topic discussion between my student and me. We ended up recording it as a podcast episode that wil...

Rhinitis... the Allergic Type

18 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we give an overview of allergic rhinitis. We discuss some background information, pathophysiology, and non-pharmacological treatment ...

Treating Urinary Tract Infections

09 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by MUSC College of Pharmacy P4 Ryan Rosenblatt. We discuss some pathophysiology and microbiology involved with urinary ...

Ulcerative Colitis

25 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review ulcerative colitis. We compare and contrast the differences between ulcerative colitis and crohn's disease. We walk through...

A Brief Overview of Hyperthyroidism

17 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we provide a very brief overview of hyperthyroidism. We discuss some of the causes as well as thyrotoxicosis and thyroid storm.  We...

The DOAC Reversal Controversy ft Dr. Brian Gilbert

12 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Brian Gilbert, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP, David Moran, PharmD, and Jacob Reeder, PharmD, BCCCP to discuss andexanet alfa (...

Glaucoma Pharmacotherapy Overview

03 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we give an overview of glaucoma. We review some background information including the different classifications of glaucoma and pathop...

MTM Tips and Tricks

23 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we review various tips and trips for successfully completing medication therapy management (MTM) encounters. We discuss the best ways ...

Atopic Dermatitis

14 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the pathophysiology and pharmacotherapy of atopic dermatitis. We discuss different moisturizers and cleansers that patients...

Interview with California Pharmacists Association CEO Jon Roth

06 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Jon Roth, MS, CAE. Mr. Roth is the current CEO of the California Pharmacists Association. CPhA is the largest statew...

Rifampin, Isoniazid, and Tuberculosis...Oh My!

02 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the recent Arizona House Bill 2548 that will allow pharmacists more prescribing authority. We also review RIPE therapy (ri...

Podcast Ep 55: Oncology with tl;dr pharmacy

20 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Brandon Dyson, PharmD, BCPS. Brandon is an oncology specialist at an infusion clinic and the co-founder of tl;dr...

Podcast Ep 54: Updated AFib Guidelines

11 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we review the 2019 AHA/ACC/HRS Afib guidelines. This is also our first episode that is available for viewing in virtual reality. Use y...

Podcast Ep 54: Updated AFib Guidelines

11 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we review the 2019 AHA/ACC/HRS Afib guidelines. This is also our first episode that is available for viewing in virtual reality. Use y...

Podcast Ep 53: Managing Migraines Ft. Anna Swanson PA-C

07 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Cole's better half. His wife Anna is a physician assistant and is completing a neurology fellowship. She walks us th...

Podcast Ep 52: Vuca Health and a Patient Case

27 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Dr. Richard Waithe from Rx Radio.FM stops by for an interview. Dr. Waithe is now the president of Vuca Health. He explains how his co...

Podcast Ep 51: Career Growth with Dr. Holly Berry

23 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Holly Berry, PharmD, BCPS. She discusses her career as a clinical pharmacist. She has worked in oncology, lung trans...

Podcast Ep 50: HIV/Hep C with Dr. Eric Meissner, MD, PhD

17 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is the 50th episode milestone, and we are joined by HIV/Hep C expert Dr. Eric Meissner, MD, PhD. Dr. Meissner is an infectious disease physician ...

Podcast Ep 49: Specializing in Transplant with Dr. Neha Patel

07 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Neha Patel. Dr. Patel is a clinical pharmacy specialist that works with in kidney and liver transplant. She disc...

Podcast Ep 48: Parkinson's Disease

03 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we give a brief overview of Parkinson's disease. We cover some background information and review the drugs that are most commonly use...

Podcast Ep 47: Diabetes and Hypertension Patient Case

19 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we look at a patient case that involves type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and dyslipidemia. We start with the medications that the patie...

Podcast Ep 46: Hepatitis C Overview

10 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review hepatitis C. We give some background information and statistics. We discuss pre-treatment workup as well as some comorbidit...

Podcast Ep 45: New Lipid Guidelines

28 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the new 2018 lipid guidelines from the American College of Cardiology. If you have any questions, reach out to us on any o...

Podcast Ep 44: Clostridium Difficile Guidelines

20 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined once again by Tom Klvana, PA-C. We discuss the updated 2018 guidelines for the treatment of C. diff that were published...

Podcast Ep 43: Irritable Bowel Syndrome

13 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). We discuss the background information and some lifestyle modifications. We then summarize s...

Podcast Ep 42: Advice for PA and PharmD Students....and Some Love for our Nursing Colleagues

07 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined any Tom Klvana, PA-C. We discuss Tom's transition from a competitive body builder to becoming a physician assistant at ...

Podcast Ep 41: Chronic Kidney Disease

03 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the epidemiology and pathophysiology of chronic kidney disease. We also discuss the management of related comorbidities. So...

Podcast Ep 40: Oncology and Immunotherapy with Dr. Philip Hall (Dean of MUSC COP)

25 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Philip Hall, the current Dean of the Medical University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy. Dr. Hall discusse...

Podcast Ep 39: Iron-Deficiency and Macrocytic Anemia

19 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we discuss a few types of anemia. We review the causes and treatment of iron-deficiency anemia. We then look at macrocytic anemia. We ...

Podcast Ep 38: Critical Care Pharmacy Residency and Midyear Prep

13 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Brian Gilbert and Dr. Tessa Reynolds to discuss life as a critical care pharmacy resident. They also share strat...

Podcast Ep 37: Oral Contraceptives

10 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we cover oral contraceptives. We review the mechanism of action and compare various formulations with the physiology of the menstrual...

Podcast Ep 36: Job Updates and H. Pylori Infection

05 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss some recent job site changes and the Palmetto Pharmacy Network's diabetes education program. We then discuss the pathophys...

Podcast Ep 35: Multiple Sclerosis

20 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we finally have Cole Swanson back with us to take on the difficult topic of multiple sclerosis. We do a brief review of the different...

Podcast Ep 34: Treating Dry Eyes

30 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the treatment of dry eyes. There are so many OTC products available and we use a literature review to help develop a treat...

Podcast Ep 33: The MD/PharmD Power Couple Interview and Opioid Review

21 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Blake Roche steps in to cohost while Cole is out. We are joined by Dr. Allinder and his wife Marissa (PharmD candidate). We discuss r...

Podcast Ep 32: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

18 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by P4 PharmD student Blake Roche and Dr. Michael Unks. We give a very brief overview of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BP...

Podcast Ep 31: Adult Immunizations

13 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we discuss some of the common vaccines that are recommended for adult patients. We review vaccines for pneumonia, hep B, shingles, and...

Podcast Ep 30: Crohn's Disease

09 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss Crohn's disease. We compare and contrast the presentation of Crohn's with ulcerative colitis. We then walk through some ba...

Podcast Ep 29: Hypothyroidism and Myxedema Coma

25 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we review the pathophysiology, signs/symptoms, and treatment of hypothyroidism. We compare and contrast the pharmacotherapy options a...

Podcast Ep 28: Smoking Cessation

18 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Podcast Ep 28: Smoking Cessation by Mike Corvino, PharmD, CDE and Cole Swanson, PharmD

Podcast Ep 27: Osteoarthritis

12 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss various treatment/maintenance options for osteoarthritis. We start with several non-pharmacological options and then move ...

Podcast Ep 26: General Anxiety

04 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss a general anxiety disorder. We use a patient case to review the various treatment options.

Podcast Ep 25: Angina and STEMI

25 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we start by discussing the maintenance medications used to control angina (stable ischemic heart disease). We then review the treatme...

Podcast Ep 24: Technology and Branding for the Healthcare Professional

23 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Beju Shah and PharmD candidate, Swathi Varanasi. We discuss the rapidly changing role of technology in healthcar...

Podcast Ep 23: Gout Flare and Maintenance

14 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we cover basic treatment options for gout. We start with the treatment of an acute flare. We also mention various comorbidities that w...

Podcast Ep 22: Treatment Options for General Depression

30 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we start by discussing the reasons why we use evidence-based medicine. We briefly review the ACCOMPLISH trial as an example of how EB...

Podcast Ep 21: Sepsis ft Dr. Brian Gilbert

25 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are once again joined by Dr. Brian Gilbert to review sepsis. Dr. Gilbert works in critical care, and provides us with an inside lo...

Podcast Ep 20: Insomnia

19 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by two P4 students that are just starting rotations. We discuss treatment options for insomnia including sleep hygiene,...

Podcast Ep 19: Semaglutide and the Rise of GLP-1 Receptors Agonists

15 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Podcast Ep 19: Semaglutide and the Rise of GLP-1 Receptors Agonists by Mike Corvino, PharmD, CDE and Cole Swanson, PharmD

Podcast Ep 18: Playing the Long Game

09 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Podcast Ep 18: Playing the Long Game by Mike Corvino, PharmD, CDE and Cole Swanson, PharmD

Podcast Ep 17: Plaque Psoriasis

03 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss various treatment options for plaque psoriasis. We start with topical corticosteroids and move all the way to biologics. T...

Podcast Ep 16: A Review of Anticoagulants

30 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss a few treatment options for DVT. We also discuss some of the pharmacology behind the anticoagulants, bridging, and hemosta...

Podcast Ep 15: Residency Plans and GERD (ft Dr. John Tyrell)

23 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Podcast Ep 15: Residency Plans and GERD (ft Dr. John Tyrell) by Mike Corvino, PharmD, CDE and Cole Swanson, PharmD

Podcast Ep 14: Interprofessional Pontificating

17 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Podcast Ep 14: Interprofessional Pontificating by Mike Corvino, PharmD, CDE and Cole Swanson, PharmD

Podcast Ep 13: Weight Loss Meds and Bariatric Surgery

10 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Podcast Ep 13: Weight Loss Meds and Bariatric Surgery by Mike Corvino, PharmD, CDE and Cole Swanson, PharmD

Podcast Ep 12: A Review of Bipolar Disorder

04 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Podcast Ep 12: A Review of Bipolar Disorder by Mike Corvino, PharmD, CDE and Cole Swanson, PharmD

Podcast Ep 11: Critical Care Flight Nursing and New Drug Update

26 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Podcast Ep 11: Critical Care Flight Nursing and New Drug Update by Mike Corvino, PharmD, CDE and Cole Swanson, PharmD

Podcast Ep 10: Comparing Diabetes Guidelines

22 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the updated ACP guidelines for the management of type-2 diabetes. We also work through a diabetes patient case and review ...

HYVET Trial

15 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Flash Briefing: A review of the HYVET Trial and using indapamide in elderly patients with hypertension

2018 ACP Diabetes Guidelines

15 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Flash Briefing: A quick review of the 2018 ACP Diabetes Guidelines updates.

Podcast Ep 9: Mantle Cell Lymphoma (ft. Dr Jordan Miller)

13 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we are joined by Joran Miller, PharmD to discuss treatment options for mantle cell lymphoma. Dr. Miller is a Hematology Oncology clin...

Podcast Ep 8: Acne Vulgaris Treatment

07 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we review treatment options for acne vulgaris. We discuss various clinical trials that compare retinoids, topical/oral antibiotics, a...

Podcast Ep 7: Critical Care and TBI (ft. Dr Brian Gilbert)

14 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Dr. Brian Gilbert joins us to discuss his work as a critical care pharmacist. We also go through a patient case that examines the man...

Podcast Ep 6: Influenza

08 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss influenza epidemiology, pathophysiology, treatment, and vaccination.

Beta-Blockers with LABAs in COPD

31 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This briefing discusses a cohort from CHEST that examined the safety of beta-blocker use with LABAs in COPD patients.

Firvanq Solution for C. Diff

31 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This flash briefing discusses Firvanq solution and reviews the treatment options for C. diff.

Podcast Ep 5: CVA and A fib with Stephen from Page the PA

27 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we are joined by Stephen AKA Page the PA. We discuss the day the day life of a PA student and interprofessionalism between PAs and pha...

Cranberry for UTI Prevention

25 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This flash briefing is a brief summary of a study from JAMA 2016 that looked at the use of cranberry for UTI prevention in women living in a nursing h...