MedEdTalks - Rheumatology

In this Curbside Consults video, Drs. Calabrese and Cron discuss the case of a young adult with COVID-19 who experiences serious complications due to hyperinflammation.

In this Curbside Consults video, Drs. Calabrese and Tien discuss the workup and management of a 79-year-old man who is admitted to the hospital with rapidly worsening COVID-19 pneumonia.

In this Curbside Consults video, Drs. Calabrese and Tien discuss the workup and management of a 72-year-old man presenting to the emergency department with a mild-to-moderate case of COVID-19.

In this Curbside Consults video, Drs. Calabrese and Cron discuss the latest understanding of COVID-19 immunopathogenesis and potential therapeutic targets.

In this podcast, expert clinicians will discuss the importance of empathy in caring for patients with rheumatic diseases. Key aspects of empathy such as listening, eye contact, and reading body language are included. Listen in as Drs. Len and Cassie Calabrese discuss the critical aspects of empathy for rheumatology providers. For CME Credit, complete activity here: https://tinyurl.com/Rheumatology...

In this podcast series, expert clinicians will discuss optimal vaccine practices for rheumatology providers. Herpes zoster, influenza, and pneumococcal vaccine administration will be discussed. Listen in as Dr. Len and Cassandra Calabrese discuss important details on vaccination for rheumatology providers. For CME Credit, complete activity here: https://tinyurl.com/Rheumatology2

In this podcast series, expert clinicians will discuss patient wellness and its importance for rheumatology providers. Key components of wellness such as diet, exercise, and sleep will be discussed. Listen in as Drs. Len Calabrese and Elaine Husni discuss why wellness is important for patients with rheumatic diseases. For CME Credit, complete activity here:  https://tinyurl.com/Rheumatology1

In this 4-part CME podcast series, experts will review the clinical aspects and primary risk factors for HZ, discuss optimized use of vaccines for at-risk populations, and provide guidance on effective patient education strategies to enhance vaccine uptake. In this episode, Drs. Len Calabrese and Cassandra Calabrese review zoster vaccine side effects and patient education strategies to enhance vac...

In this 4-part CME podcast series, experts will review the clinical aspects and primary risk factors for HZ, discuss optimized use of vaccines for at-risk populations, and provide guidance on effective patient education strategies to enhance vaccine uptake. In this episode, Drs. Calabrese and Sax review zoster vaccine safety and efficacy and discuss strategies for vaccination.  For CME Credit, com...

In this 4-part CME podcast series, experts will review the clinical aspects and primary risk factors for HZ, discuss optimized use of vaccines for at-risk populations, and provide guidance on effective patient education strategies to enhance vaccine uptake. In this episode, Drs. Calabrese and Curtis discuss primary risk factors for HZ, incidence rates among patients with IMID, and optimized use of...

In this 4-part CME podcast series, experts will review the clinical aspects and primary risk factors for HZ, discuss optimized use of vaccines for at-risk populations, and provide guidance on effective patient education strategies to enhance vaccine uptake. In this episode, Drs. Len Calabrese and Cassandra Calabrese discuss the clinical manifestations of herpes zoster and potential sequelae. For C...

Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), formerly called Churg-Strauss syndrome, is a rare form of vasculitis that primarily affects the small blood vessels. Individuals diagnosed with EGPA commonly have a history of asthma and/or allergies. Inflammation associated with EGPA can lead to injury in multiple organ systems, including the sinuses, lungs, gastrointestinal system, heart, and...

Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), formerly called Churg-Strauss syndrome, is a rare form of vasculitis that primarily affects the small blood vessels. Individuals diagnosed with EGPA commonly have a history of asthma and/or allergies. Inflammation associated with EGPA can lead to injury in multiple organ systems, including the sinuses, lungs, gastrointestinal system, heart, and...

Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), formerly called Churg-Strauss syndrome, is a rare form of vasculitis that primarily affects the small blood vessels. Individuals diagnosed with EGPA commonly have a history of asthma and/or allergies. Inflammation associated with EGPA can lead to injury in multiple organ systems, including the sinuses, lungs, gastrointestinal system, heart, and...

Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), formerly called Churg-Strauss syndrome, is a rare form of vasculitis that primarily affects the small blood vessels. Individuals diagnosed with EGPA commonly have a history of asthma and/or allergies. Inflammation associated with EGPA can lead to injury in multiple organ systems, including the sinuses, lungs, gastrointestinal system, heart, and...

Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), formerly called Churg-Strauss syndrome, is a rare form of vasculitis that primarily affects the small blood vessels. Individuals diagnosed with EGPA commonly have a history of asthma and/or allergies. Inflammation associated with EGPA can lead to injury in multiple organ systems, including the sinuses, lungs, gastrointestinal system, heart, and...

In this case-based podcast, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, and Adam Brown, MD, discuss a patient who presents to the hospital with fever of unknown origin.

In this case-based podcast, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, and Adam Brown, MD, discuss a patient presenting for a second opinion for GCA after initial workup and treatment by her primary care physician.

In this case-based podcast, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, and Ann P. Murchison, MD, MPH, discuss issues related to the workup, diagnosis, and treatment of a patient with new-onset visual symptoms presenting to the emergency department.

In this case-based podcast, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, and Sebastian Unizony, MD, discuss issues related to the workup, diagnosis, and treatment of a patient with complicated GCA.

In this case-based podcast, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, and Sebastian Unizony, MD, discuss issues related to the workup, diagnosis, and treatment of a patient with uncomplicated, or "classic", GCA.

Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is the most common form of medium- and large-vessel vasculitis. Despite new treatment options for patients with GCA, delays in diagnosis and treatment lead to poor outcomes, such as the increased risk for visual impairments and incidence of heart attacks, transient ischemic attacks, and/or mortality. Diagnosis of GCA remains difficult due to the nonspecific nature of man...

This educational activity will discuss management strategies for ANCA-associated vasculitis, focusing on GPA and MPA.

This educational activity will provide insight into making an accurate and timely diagnosis of ANCA-associated vasculitis.

This educational activity will discuss treatment strategies for patients with pemphigus vulgaris.