Frankly Speaking About Family Medicine

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-411 Overview: This episode focuses on the rising prevalence of early-onset colorectal cancer and its critical indicators. Learn to recognize key symptoms, ensure timely diagnostic workups, and effectively address red flags to prevent delayed diagnosis. Episode resource links: Demb, J., Kolb, J. M., Dounel, J., Fritz, C. D. L., Advani, S. M., Cao, Y., Coppernoll-Blach, P., Dwyer, A. J., Perea, J., Heskett, K. M., Holowatyj, A. N., Lieu, C. H., Singh, S., Spaander, M. C. W., Vuik, F. E. R., & Gupta, S. (2024). Red Flag Signs and Symptoms for Patients With Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. JAMA network open, 7(5), e2413157. https://doi.org/10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.13157 US Preventive Services Task Force Screening Guidelines for Colorectal Cancer: https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation/colorectal-cancer-screening American Cancer Society Infographic for Patients:  Colorectal Cancer:  Catching it Early https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/colon-rectal-cancer/prevention-infographic.html Gómez-Molina R, Suárez M, Martínez R, Chilet M, Bauça JM, Mateo J. Utility of Stool-Based Tests for Colorectal Cancer Detection: A Comprehensive Review. Healthcare. 2024; 12(16):1645. https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare12161645 Guest: Jill M. Terrien PhD, ANP-BC  Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at [email protected]   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-410 Overview: In this episode, we discuss the latest updates on vitamin D. Learn about its link to common disorders, when to consider supplementation, and what the most recent practice guideline says about vitamin D and disease prevention—empowering you to make informed decisions and improve patient care without unnecessary screenings or treatments. Episode resource links: Marie B Demay, Anastassios G Pittas, Daniel D Bikle, Dima L Diab, Mairead E Kiely, Marise Lazaretti-Castro, Paul Lips, Deborah M Mitchell, M Hassan Murad, Shelley Powers, Sudhaker D Rao, Robert Scragg, John A Tayek, Amy M Valent, Judith M E Walsh, Christopher R McCartney, Vitamin D for the Prevention of Disease: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline, The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, Volume 109, Issue 8, August 2024, Pages 1907–1947, https://doi.org/10.1210/clinem/dgae290 Michael F. Holick, Neil C. Binkley, Heike A. Bischoff-Ferrari, Catherine M. Gordon, David A. Hanley, Robert P. Heaney, M. Hassan Murad, Connie M. Weaver, Evaluation, Treatment, and Prevention of Vitamin D Deficiency: an Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline, The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, Volume 96, Issue 7, 1 July 2011, Pages 1911–1930, https://doi.org/10.1210/jc.2011-0385 Guest: Jillian Joseph, PA-C   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at [email protected]  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-409 Overview: Listen in as we discuss how bright light therapy extends beyond seasonal affective disorder, potentially offering benefits for nonseasonal depression. Learn how to counsel patients effectively on its use and integrate this treatment into your practice, enhancing patient care and broadening treatment strategies for depression. Episode resource links: Menegaz de Almeida A, Aquino de Moraes FC, Cavalcanti Souza ME, Cavalcanti Orestes Cardoso JH, Tamashiro F, Miranda C, Fernandes L, Kreuz M, Alves Kelly F. Bright Light Therapy for Nonseasonal Depressive Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. JAMA Psychiatry. 2024 Oct 2:e242871  Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at [email protected]   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-408 Overview: This episode explores the connection between adolescent mental health and social media use. We discuss actionable strategies for clinicians, emphasizing practical screening, effective conversation starters, and tech tools to guide families. Improve outcomes by learning to balance screen time discussions and proactive mental health interventions in primary care. Episode resource links: JAMA Netw Open. 2024 Jul 1;7(7):e2419881. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.19881 https://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/data/yrbs/yrbs_data_summary_and_trends.htm Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at [email protected]