Hippo Education Presents: The Monthly Rounds brings you some of our favorite medical education segments straight from our expert-led collection of podcasts. Our...
Welcome to Hippo Education Presents: The Monthly Rounds, an open door to the expert-led learning behind Hippo Education’s podcasts. In this episode, Drs. Micaela Bowers and Neda Frayha from Hippo’s Primary Care RAP podcast tackle a clinical topic that has gained a lot of attention lately: menopausal hormone therapy. MHT has had a bad rap for years, but it’s time for clinicians to rethink what we were taught and feel confident prescribing MHT to the appropriate patients. Listen in as Micaela and Neda break down the who, when, why, and how of menopausal hormone therapy in an empowering way. For more, visit us at hippoed.com/podcasts.
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OUD Decoded - What is Xylazine (aka "tranq")?
Join Dr. Kelly Heidepriem and pharmacist Dr. Kyle Dvoracek as they dive into the growing concern around xylazine, also known as "Tranq," a potent substance increasingly being found in illicit drugs. In this discussion, they’ll unpack the latest developments surrounding this dangerous drug, its effects on the body, and what clinicians need to know to recognize and respond to cases of xylazine exposure. From its rising prevalence to its impact on treatment protocols, this discussion offers essential insights for healthcare professionals navigating the complexities of this emerging threat. Explore Our Podcasts: hippoed.com/podcasts
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OUD Decoded - Understanding the Opioid Epidemic
The opioid epidemic is an ongoing crisis that devastates individuals and communities across the U.S. But did you know opioid use disorder dates back to the early 1800s? In this conversation, we’ll explore the history of this public health issue and then shift focus to how clinicians and lawmakers can collaborate on harm reduction and effective treatment strategies for OUD. Explore Our Podcasts: hippoed.com/podcasts
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OUD Decoded - The Rise of Fentanyl: Eli's Story
Three months after Dr. Beth Weinstock’s 20-year-old son, Eli, tragically died in 2021, the coroner revealed that his body contained both kratom, a legal herbal supplement, and fentanyl—something Eli never intended to ingest. His death highlights the deadly rise of fentanyl, which contributed to over 107,000 drug overdose deaths in the U.S. in 2022, with synthetic opioids like fentanyl involved in 67% of those cases. In this conversation, Dr. Sol Behar and Neda Frayha speak with Dr. Weinstock, a Family Medicine physician and founder of BirdieLight, to discuss Eli’s story, the fentanyl crisis, and practical harm reduction strategies clinicians can use to prevent further loss. Explore Our Podcasts: hippoed.com/podcasts
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ERcast - Lit Matters #1: Artificial Intelligence and Human Values
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in emergency medicine is here, particularly in the last several months and all of us will have our careers impacted by AI soon. There is a lot of computer science and jargon to understand, and Drew and Cam will help break down some of this nomenclature. Computers/AI are good at generating probabilities. But, making a diagnosis about a patient in front of you is more than understanding/predicting probabilities and is based on an understanding of human values and cause/effect. Explore Our Podcasts: hippoed.com/podcasts
About Hippo Education Presents: The Monthly Rounds
Hippo Education Presents: The Monthly Rounds brings you some of our favorite medical education segments straight from our expert-led collection of podcasts. Our podcast delivers the latest medical news, updated clinical practice insights, and practical pearls you can use on your next shift. Whether you’re in Primary Care, Pediatrics, Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine, or another frontline specialty, we’re here to keep you sharp and up to date.
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