CorConsult Rx: Evidence-Based Medicine and Pharmacy

On this episode, we discuss immunologically mediated adverse reactions that patients can have to foods (food allergies). We provide a brief overview of some background information and pathophysiology. We then review the pharmacological management of an acute allergic reaction and close with some noteworthy information about the drug, Palforzia (peanut allergen extract).  Thanks for listening!...

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 designed to help students prep for their residency/fellowship interviews. She virtually interviewed 20-25 residency program directors (RPDs) from across the United States. Each RPD was asked the same list of questions. After collecting all of the interview...

On this episode, we discuss the latest pharmacotherapy recommendations for asthma management based on the 2021 GINA guidelines. We review the various medication options as well as compare and contrast the different options for rescue/maintenance therapies. We also discuss the use of biologics in patients with worsening asthma and evidence of type-2 inflammation.  Once again, we’re partnering...

On this episode, we compare and contrast the various formulations of hormonal contraceptive options. We discuss some clinical pearls that are important for selecting the best option based on a patient's specific comorbidities and symptoms during her menstrual  cycle. We then provide some examples of cormorbidities and explain the process for selecting a hormonal contraception product that wil...

On this episode, we discuss medication safety during pregnancy. We start by listing common teratogens to watch for in patients that are currently pregnant or trying to become pregnant. We then review the preferred treatment options for common disease states in patients that are currently pregnant. The list of common pregnancy/lactation references we mentioned is below: Briggs’ Drugs in Pregnancy a...

On this episode, we revisit the topic of managing acute coronary syndrome. We review some background information and differentiate between a STEMI, NSTEMI, and unstable angina. We then review the inpatient treatment algorithm for each. We close by discussing the follow up including the length of dual anti-platelet therapy.  Thanks for listening! If you want to support the podcast, check out o...

Ep 150 mixdown by Mike Corvino, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, CDE and Cole Swanson, PharmD

On this episode, we do a deep dive into hypertension management. We discuss the various medication classes, and then go into the pharmacotherapy algorithm.  Once again we’re excited to partner with freeCE for our listeners claim ACPE-accredited continuing education for this episode! Listeners will have the opportunity to claim 1 hour of home-study continuing education credit by visiting the f...

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Swathi Varanasi to review adaptogens, nutraceuticals, Ayurveda, and other elements of Integrative Health. We also discuss the upcoming webinar series called Integrative Health 101 that she developed along side Integrative Health expert, Dr. Pam Tarlow. More information about the upcoming webinar is below:   And remember, Dr. Swathi is offering a student d...

On this episode, we discuss treating community-acquired pneumonia. We start with the outpatient treatment options based on the 2019 IDSA CAP guidelines. We also discuss managing a patient that has been admitted. We review some reasons to use more broad-spectrum empiric therapy, and close by mentioning the new Prevnar 20 vaccine.  We want to thank the sponsor of this episode, Pyrls. Pyrls is a...

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 receptor agonists as well as the various insulin products. We review some dosing strategies for both basal and prandial insulin. We also go over the use of a sliding scale.  Listeners can claim ACPE-accredited continuing education for this epis...

On this episode, we revisit the acute and chronic management and treatment of atrial fibrillation. We review the various rate-controlling and anti-arrhythmic medications used. We also discuss long term anticoagulation therapy to prevent stroke risk. Thanks for listening! If you want to support the podcast, check out our Patreon account. Subscribers will have access to all previous and new pharmaco...

On this episode, we are joined by TJ Parkman, PharmD candidate 2022 to discuss the management of pediculosis and pthiriasis. We compare and contrast head, body, and pubic lice. Then, we review the medications used to eradicate the lice infestation.  Thanks for listening! If you want to support the podcast, check out our Patreon account. Subscribers will have access to all previous and new pha...

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 end-stage renal disease, diabetes , hypertension, dyslipidemia, and hepatitis C. If you want to follow along with the labs and treatment plan, visit  to download the free patient case summary.  Thanks for listening! If you want to support...

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 physiologic changes that are seen with long-term opioid use. We also talk about the diagnosis and work-up of a patient with OUD as well as the three medications used to treat OUD. We close with some tips on managing opioid induced constipation that...

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 start by reviewing some risk factors that can increase the chances of stone formation as well as some come types of stones. We then discuss pharmacotherapy options that can decrease the risk of stone formation. Thanks for listening! If you want to sup...

On this episode, we discuss the management of dyslipidemia. We start by reviewing some basic pathophysiology. Then, we discuss the evidence-based medications utilized for controlling patients' lipid panels as well as the long-term prevention of cardiovascular events. We also breakdown the 2018 lipid guidelines from the American Heart Association, and contrast them with the 2020 American Associatio...

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 College of Pharmacy where she teaches as well as works as an ambulatory care clinical pharmacy specialist. Kyle is a P4 at Texas A&M College of Pharmacy, and he will be receiving his PharmD in May 2021. Dr. Diec is very passionate about helping st...

On this episode, we review the treatment options for ulcerative colitis. We start by discussing the different induction therapies for mild UC according to location in the GI tract. We then give an overview of induction and remission options for moderate to severe UC.  Thanks for listening! If you want to support the podcast, check out our Patreon account. Subscribers will have access to all p...

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 below: Thanks for listening! If you want to support the podcast, check out our Patreon account. Subscribers will have access to all previous and new pharmacotherapy lectures as well as downloadable Power Point slides for each lecture. You can find our...

On this episode, we discuss both otitis externa and otitis media. Review some basic background about both. Then we compare and contrast the treatment options for both types of infection. We also list some caveats that would lead to using alternative treatment options instead of first-line medications.  Thanks for listening! If you want to support the podcast, check out our Patreon account. Su...

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 overlap, history of ASCVD, uncontrolled hypertension, and GERD. We discuss the changes that we are planning to make to this patient's regimen over the next couple appointments.  Thanks for listening! If you want to support the podcast, check out our...

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 infections. We start with some background and treatment options for non purulent (erysipelas, cellulitis, necrotizing disease) infections. We then review the differences when treating a purulent infection (abscess, furuncle, carbuncle).  Thanks fo...

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 the various treatment options available for managing symptoms.  Thanks for listening! If you want to support the podcast, check out our Patreon account. Subscribers will have access to all previous and new pharmacotherapy lectures as well as dow...

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 support the podcast, check out our Patreon account. Subscribers will have access to all previous and new pharmacotherapy lectures as well as downloadable Power Point slides for each lecture. You can find our account at the website below:  If you h...