Mayo Clinic Talks

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. 

Guests: Jake Eide, M.D. & Rijul Kshirsager, M.D. 

Skull base tumors are not commonly seen in a primary care practice, yet it’s important for us to recognize them when they do present. These tumors can be either benign or malignant, however because of their proximity to important structures in the brain, even benign tumors can cause serious complications. Their presentation can be subtle, and they are frequently mistaken for other more commonly seen health problems. Which presenting symptoms should give us concern? What are some common physical exam findings associated with these tumors, and what’s the best initial imaging study to order? These are some of the questions I’ll be asking my guests, Dr. Jake Eide and Dr. Rijul Kshirsagar, both surgeons in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology at the Mayo Clinic as we tackle “Skull Base Tumors.” 

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Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. 

Guest: Regis Fernandes, M.D. 

We’ve known for some time that patients who have hypertension and diabetes are at increased risk for developing subsequent cardiovascular disease and chronic kidney disease. It’s now being thought that these health problems are related and interconnected, representing Kidney-Cardiovascular Metabolic Syndrome. They form a pathophysiologic triad driven by shared mechanisms where disease in one system accelerates dysfunction in the others. So, what does this mean for primary care clinicians? Traditionally, we’ve managed hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and chronic kidney disease as separate health conditions. It’s now felt that there may be a better approach. The topic for this podcast is “Kidney-Cardiovascular Metabolic Syndrome”, and my guest is Dr. Regis Fernandes, a preventive cardiologist at the Arizona campus of the Mayo Clinic. We’ll discuss the science, clinical implications, and recommended management strategies for this health condition. 

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Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. 

Guest: Joshua M. Romero, M.D. 

Pickleball has become one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S., especially among older adults. This rapid rise in popularity has also resulted in a significant number and variety of sports-related injuries. It’s important for primary care clinicians to recognize the most common injuries and their risk factors. We should also discuss preventive strategies with our patients to reduce their risk of injury. Is pickleball so dangerous or do the many injuries result from the popularity of the sport? What health conditions often seen in older individuals place them at increased risk of injury? What are some practical preventive strategies we can recommend to our patients who are planning to start playing the sport? I’ll get answers to these questions from my guest, Dr. Joshua Romero, a sports medicine physician in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Mayo Clinic. 

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Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. 

Guest: Stacey Rizza, M.D. 

Although vector-borne illnesses can be acquired by travel to distant parts of the world, some can be acquired here in the U.S. As a result, these infections become pertinent to primary care clinicians as they can produce serious complications. When should we suspect a vector-borne illness in a patient? How do we distinguish it from other viral syndromes? What are some of the serious complications that can occur? In today’s podcast, we’ll be discussing three vector-borne illnesses including Zika virus, West Nile virus, and Dengue Fever. My guest is an infectious disease specialist, Dr. Stacey Rizza from the Mayo Clinic as we discuss “Vector-Borne Illnesses”. 

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Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. 

Guest: Stacey Rizza, M.D. 

Lyme Disease is a tick-borne illness commonly seen in various parts of the country. Despite its common occurrence in the primary care practice, it’s associated with confusion and controversy. From the presenting symptoms, occasional ambiguous serologic results, to managing patients with persistent symptoms following treatment, primary care clinicians are often frustrated with the management of patients who have or are concerned they have Lyme Disease. In today’s podcast, we’ll discuss what we know about Lyme Disease, what’s still uncertain, and how we should approach this health problem in our patients. Joining me for this podcast is Dr. Stacey Rizza, an infectious disease specialist at the Mayo Clinic. 

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