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Episode 176: Self-sampling for HPV screening Future Dr. Markarian explains the importance of HPV screening for the prevention of cervical cancer. Dr. Arreaza adds some insight about cervical cancer. Written by Chantal Markarian, MSIV, American University of the Caribbean. Editing and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought...

Episode 175: Alcohol Use Disorder Basics    Future Dr. Sangha explains the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and fundamentals of the treatment of alcohol use disorder (AUD). Dr. Arreaza offers insights about the human aspect of the treatment of AUD.     Written by Darshpreet Sangha, MS4, Ross University School of Medicine. Editing and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo...

Episode 174: GERD in Adults Common and atypical symptoms are presented. Pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management are discussed. H. pylori's role is discussed during this episode.  Written by Jacquelyn Garcia MS4 Ross University School of Medicine. Comments by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Rio Bravo Family Med...

Episode 173: Acute Osteomyelitis Future Dr. Tran explains the pathophysiology of osteomyelitis and describes the presentation, diagnosis and management of acute osteomyelitis. Dr. Arreaza provides information about     Written by Di Tran, MSIII, Ross University School of Medicine. Editing and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledg...

Episode 172: NAFLD and Obesity Future Dr. Nguyen explains the pathophysiology of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and how it relates to obesity. Dr. Arreaza gives information about screening and diagnosis of NAFLD.  Written by Ryan Nguyen, MS4, Ross University School of Medicine. Comments by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to...

Episode 171: Postpartum Blues, Depression, and Psychosis Future Dr. Nguyen defines and explains the difference between baby blues, depression, and psychosis. Dr. Arreaza added comments about screening and management of these conditions.  Written by Vy Nguyen, OMSIII, Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. Comments by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are liste...

Episode 170: Schizophrenia: An Overview Future Dr. Chng explains the diagnostic criteria and describes how to treat schizophrenia. Dr. Arreaza mentions additional risk factors and social aspects of schizophrenia.   Written by Tiffanny Chng, MSIV, Ross University School of Medicine. Comments by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought t...

Episode 169: Food insecurity and Obesity in Kern County Future Dr. Kim presents the problem of food insecurity in Kern County and how it is linked to obesity and liver disease. She shared several resources available to address food insecurity. Dr. Arreaza reminds us of the importance of improving access to fresh and healthy foods.   Written by Judy Kim, OMS3; Mira Patel, OMS3; and Vy Nguyen, OMS3....

Episode 168: UTI in Males Future Dr. Tran gives a summary of UTIs in Males, including epididymitis, orchitis, urethritis, prostatitis, and pyelonephritis. Diagnosis and treatment were briefly described and some differences with female patients were mentioned by Dr. Arreaza.   Written by Di Tran, MS-3, Ross University School of Medicine. Editing and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening...

Episode 167: Aspirin in Pregnancy Dr. Marquez explains the use of aspirin during pregnancy to prevent preeclampsia. Dr. Arreaza adds comments and questions and clarifies that aspirin is not used for the treatment of preeclampsia. Written by Verna Marquez, MD, and Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Rio Bravo Family M...

Episode 166: Naturopathic Medicine Insights Future Dr. Luong talked about what she learned about naturopathic doctors (NDs). She discussed the principles of naturopathic medicine and mentioned some differences in regulations across states in the US. Dr. Arreaza shared his opinion about the pros and cons of naturopathic medicine.   Written by Teresa Luong, MSIV, American University of the Caribbean...

Episode 165: Early-Onset Sepsis Part 2 Dr. Lovedip Kooner explains how to use the Kaiser Permanente early-onset sepsis calculator and explains other useful tools to assist in the diagnosis of EOS. Dr. Arreaza adds comments about the usefulness of this calculator Written by Lovedip Kooner, MD. Comments and editing by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose...

Episode 164: More Than Just A Headache Dr. Song presents a case of a subacute headache that required an extensive workup and multiple visits to the hospital and clinic to get a diagnosis. Dr. Arreaza added comments about common causes of subacute headaches.     Written by Zheng (David) Song, MD. Editing and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD.   You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly...

Episode 163: Vascular Dementia       Future Dr. Ruby explains gives a definition of vascular dementia and concisely explains the pathophysiology and presentation of this disease. Dr. Arreaza reminds us of the importance of treating diabetes to prevent dementia.   Written by Carmen Ruby, MSIV, Ross University School of Medicine. Editing and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD.  You are listening to Rio...

Episode 162: Early-Onset Sepsis       Dr. Kooner explains how to diagnose early-onset sepsis by using clinical evaluation and clinical tools. Dr. Schlaerths describes the signs and symptoms of sepsis in neonates, and Dr. Arreaza adds comments about GBS bacteriuria.   Written by Lovedip Kooner, MD, editing Hector Arreaza, MD, and comments by Katherine Schlaerth, MD. Rio Bravo Family Medicine Reside...

Episode 161: Depression Fundamentals Future doctors Madeline Tena and Jane Park define depression and explain different methods to diagnose it. Non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic treatment is mentioned briefly at the end.   Written by Madeline Tena, MSIII, and Jane Park, MSIII. Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. Editing by Hector Arreaza, MD. Yo...

Episode 160: Artificial Intelligence in Primary Care.       Future Dr. Manophinives explains the present and future of AI in diagnosing and treating diseases.     Written by Rosalynn Manophinives, MS-IV, American University of the Caribbean. Editing by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Rio Bravo Family Medicine Res...

Episode 159: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Basics Future Dr. Ameri explains how transcranial magnetic stimulation can be useful in the treatment of certain mental conditions.   Written by Omeed Ameri, MS-IV, Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. Editing by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of know...

Episode 158: Strength Training Principles Future Dr. Hasan explains the importance of adding muscle strength exercises to our routine physical activity. Dr. Arreaza asked questions about some terminology and reminded us of the physical activity guidelines for Americans.     Written by Syed Hasan, MSIV, Ross University School of Medicine. Editing by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Brav...

Episode 157: Urine Testing This episode includes the pitfalls of urine tests, how to detect adulterated urine, and more.   Written by Janelli Mendoza, MSIV, Ross University School of Medicine. Editing by Hector Arreaza, MD. Comments by Carol Avila, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program from...

Episode 156: Obesity, Fertility, and Pregnancy Future Dr. Hamilton defines obesity and explains the pathophysiology of obesity and its effects on fertility and pregnancy. Dr. Arreaza adds some input about the impact of epigenetics on newborn babies.   Written by Shelby Hamilton, MS3, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. Editing by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Br...

Episode 155: Diabetic Foot Infection Guidelines Future Dr. Perez presents the updates on lung cancer screening by the American Cancer Society. Future Dr. Danusantoso explains the classification, diagnosis, and treatment of diabetic foot infections according to the guidelines published by the International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot (IWGDF). Dr. Arreaza adds comments and anecdotes.   You ar...

Episode 154: Heart Failure and GDMT Dr. Malave explains the four main medications that are part of the guideline-directed medical therapy of heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. Dr. Arreaza added comments and questions.   Written by Maria Fernanda Malave, MD. Edits by Hector Arreaza, MD.   You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Ri...

Episode 153: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.     Future doctors Nisha and Afolabi explain the way to prevent sudden infant death syndrome and Dr. Arreaza adds comments about prevention through vaccines.   Written by Selena Nisha, MS4; and Oluwatoni Afolabi, MS4. Ross University School of Medicine. Comments by Hector Arreaza, MD You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowle...

Episode 152: ALS Fundamentals Future Dr. Rodriguez explains the symptoms of ALS, including UMN and LMN symptoms. Dr. Arreaza discusses the principles of symptomatic treatment by primary care. This is a brief introduction to ALS.   Written by Adraina Rodriguez, MSIV, Ross University School of Medicine.   You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by t...