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Rio Bravo qWeek

Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program

qWeek is the official podcast of the Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program. Residents and faculty routinely present key topics and relevant discussions, coupled with medical jokes and Spanish medical terminology.

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Friday · 24 min
Episode 231: Trigger Finger — From Clicking to Treatment
Episode 231: Trigger Finger — From Clicking to Treatment Dr. Awa and Dr. Dadzie present an overview of trigger finger, including clinical presentation, diagnosis and treatment. They reinforce the importance of conservative management. Dr. Arreaza asks insightful questions and reminds us of the risks of corticosteroid injections. Written by Mokom Awa, MD. Comments by Ebenezer Dadzie, MD. Edits by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge
September 25 · 30 min
Episode 230: Fever of Unknow Origin
Episode 230: Fever of Unknow Origin Sebastian Gomez (MS4) explains the most common causes of Fever of Unknown origin and how to approach patients affected by it, including the use of modern technology such as FDG-PET scans. Dr Arreaza emphasizes the importance of holding empiric treatments except in special cases. Written by Sebastian Gomez, University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. Edits and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose
August 21 · 24 min
Episode 229: Is it Prostate Cancer? (Pidgin English)
Episode 229: Is it Prostate Cancer? (Pidgin English). Dr. Ozoemena and his colleagues Dr. Okojie and Dr. Nweke engage in a conversation about the difference between benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer. Written by Dr. Michael Ozoemena. Comments by Dr. Ejodakeme Okojie and Dr. Kenechutwu Nweke.
August 14 · 15 min
Episode 228: Our Personal Generator, Heart Failure (Pidgin English)
Episode 228: Our Personal Generator, Heart Failure (Pidgin English) Dr. Nweke explains the symptoms and treatment of heart failure. Dr. Ozoemena asks pertinent questions to lead the discussion and Dr. Okojie makes comments about this disease. Written by Dr. Kenechukwu Nweke. Hosted by Dr. Michael Ozoemena. Comments by Dr. Ejodekeme Okojie. 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 Baker
August 7 · 21 min
Episode 227: Understanding DVT (Pidgin English)
Episode 227: Understanding DVT (Pidgin English) (Pidgin English) - Dr. Okojie explains the risks, diagnosis, and treatment of Deep Venous Thrombosis. Dr. Ozoemena asks insightful questions about DVT and Dr. Dadzie makes comments relevant to this topic. Written by Dr. Ejodekeme Okojie. Hosted by Dr. Michael Ozoemena. Comments by Dr. Ebenezer Dadzie.
June 12 · 24 min
Episode 226: Optimizing Sleep
Episode 226: Optimizing Sleep Dr Carlisle and Dr Kim explain the physiology of sleep and how to improve sleep by exposing yourself to sunlight, decreasing caffeine intake and including supplements. Dr. Arreaza guides the discussion by asking practical questions. Written by Edwin Kim, MD. Edits and comments by Cameron Carlisle, MD, and Hector Arreaza, MD. Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you
May 29 · 17 min
Episode 225: Why Your ZIP Code Can Determine Your Health
Peyton Uhlir-Harbaugh (medical student) explains how one of the biggest predictors of health is the location in which they live. She explains how continuity and access to care can make a difference in your health. Dr. Arreaza ends the interview with a thought-provoking topic: International Medical Graduates. Written by Peyton Uhlir-Harbaugh, MSIV, Western Atlantic University School of Medicine. Comments and edits by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly d
May 15 · 24 min
Episode 224: Community Health Workers
Moira Williams (medical student) describes community health workers and explains how doctors, patients, and communities can benefit from their services. Dr. Arreaza adds input about local programs using community health workers. Written by Moira Williams OMS III, Western University of Health Sciences. Edits and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD.
May 8 · 19 min
Episode 223: Oncogenic Viruses
Episode 223: Oncogenic Viruses Jeremy Pan and Mehr Boparai, medical students, mention the most prevalent cancer-causing viruses, their clinical presentations, and their pathological mechanisms with current treatments options. Prevention through vaccination or screening is also explained. Written by Jeremy Pan, OMS-III, and Mehr Boparai, OMS-III, Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. Edits by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo
May 1 · 17 min
Episode 222: Antibiotic Resistance
Episode 222: Antibiotic Resistance Mehr Boparai and Jeremy Pan, medical students, mention five common antibiotic-resistant bacteria and what the current treatments are. Dr. Arreaza asks questions to guide the presentation and adds an example of antibiotic resistance in a patient. Written by Mehr Boparai, OMS-III, and Jeremy Pan, OMS-III, Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. Edits and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD.
April 24 · 19 min
Episode 221: Insomnia Pharmacotherapy in Adults
Episode 221: Insomnia Pharmacotherapy in Adults Moira Williams presents the most common OTC medications used for insomnia and warns about the side effects while highlighting the benefits of CBT-I. Dr. Arreaza mentions the best prescribed medications for insomnia in adults and asks insightful questions to guide the discussion. Written by Moira Williams, OMS III, Western University of Health Sciences. Editing and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast,
April 20 · 28 min
Episode 220: Approach of Insomnia in Adults
Episode 220: Approach of Insomnia in Adults Moira Williams (OMS III) explains how to collect a history of insomnia and the first-line treatments, especially Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). She briefly explains all components of CBT-I and BBT-I. Dr. Arreaza adds insight about OSA and sleep hygiene. Written by Moira Williams, OMS III, Western University of Health Sciences. Editing and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekl
April 13 · 15 min
Episode 219: Chronic Pain and Functionality in Cancer Survivors
Episode 219: Chronic Pain and Functionality in Cancer Survivors. Shivam Patel (OMS III) explains how to approach chronic pain in a cancer survivor. He explains the importance of looking into multiple causes out of the traditional musculoskeletal systems to prescribe a more effective treatment which includes rehabilitation in many cases. Dr. Arreaza emphasizes that opioids are not the first-line treatment for chronic musculoskeletal pain. Written by Shivam Patel, OMS III, Western Unive
April 6 · 17 min
Episode 218: Statin Therapy Fundamentals
Episode 218: Statin Therapy Fundamentals Zohal Rahimi breaks down the role of statins in the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease, including their historical development and how to identify patients who are most likely to benefit. Dr. Arreaza adds perspective on why prevention remains a cornerstone of effective clinical care. Written by Zohal Rahimi, MSIV, American University of the Caribbean. Edits and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, you
March 27 · 18 min
Episode 217: Testicular Cancer
Episode 217: Testicular Cancer Brandon Noorvash (MS-III) and Ebenezer Dadzie, MD (PGY-1) review the recognition, evaluation, and management of testicular cancer in primary care, including epidemiology, risk factors, clinical presentation, diagnostic workup, and treatment principles. Dr. Arreaza asks insightful questions to guide the discussion and highlight key teaching points for clinicians. Written by Brandon Noorvash, MS-III, Western University of Health Sciences; and Ebenezer Dadzie, MD, P
March 20 · 20 min
Episode 216: Fibromyalgia Overview
Episode 216: Fibromyalgia Overview Reitta Wyllie and Tejasvi Ayaggari (medical students) discuss with Dr. Arreaza the presentation, diagnosis and management of fibromyalgia, a commonly unrecognized disease that may impact patient’s quality of life if left untreated. Written by Reitta Nash, MSIV, American University of the Caribbean. Additional commentary provided by Dr. Tejasvi Ayyagari. Edits and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD.
March 6 · 21 min
Episode 215: Meth-associated HFrEF
Episode 215: Meth-associated HFrEF Abishak and Zat (medical students) explain the cardiotoxic effect of methamphetamine and the diagnosis and treatment of heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). Dr. Arreaza adds insight into the reversibility of meth-associated HFrEF. Written by Abishak Govindarajan, MSIV and Zat Akbar Shaw. American University of the Caribbean. Edits and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD.
February 27 · 24 min
Episode 214: Valley Fever Complications
Episode 214: Valley Fever Complications Jordan Redden (medical student) engages in a conversation about coccidioidomycosis with Dr. Schlaerth and Dr. Arreaza. Common complications of Valley Fever are described, both pulmonary and extrapulmonary. Dr. Kooner adds insights into cavitary lesions of lungs.
February 20 · 20 min
Episode 213: HIV PrEP Review
Episode 213: HIV PrEP Review H. Nicole Magaña, medical student, reviews the history of PrEP and outlines the currently FDA-approved medications used for HIV prevention. Dr. Arreaza provides additional perspective on long-acting injectable options, including how quickly they begin to protect patients after initiation. Written by Nicole Magana, MSIV, American University of the Caribbean. Comments and edits by Hector Arreaza, MD.
February 13 · 13 min
Episode 212: Managing HFpEF
Episode 212: Managing HFpEF Hyo Mun and Jordan Redden (medical students) explain how to manage HFpEF with medications and touch some basics about nonpharmacologic treatments. Dr. Arreaza asks insightful questions to guide the discussion. Written by Hyo Mun, MSIV, American University of the Caribbean; and Jordan Redden, MSIV, Ross University School of Medicine. Comments by Hector Arreaza, MD.

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