CorConsult Rx: Evidence-Based Medicine and Pharmacy

On this episode, we are joined by Abdul Kargbo, LMSW. We discuss his work with patients that are trying to overcome substance abuse disorder. We also briefly review the medications that can be utilized in addition to counseling.  If you have any questions for myself or Cole, reach out to us on any of the following: Text - 415-943-6116 Mike - mcorvino@corconsultrx.com Cole - cswanson@corconsultrx.com Instagram and other social media platforms - @corconsultrx This podcast reviews current evidence-based medicine and pharmacy treatment options. This podcast is intended to be used for educational purposes only and is intended for healthcare professionals and students. This podcast is not for patients and not intended as advice or treatment.

On this episode, we give a brief overview of sickle cell disease (anemia). We discuss some background information, complications, and various treatment/maintenance options. Below is a great review article from Medscape:    If you have any questions for myself or Cole, reach out to us on any of the following: Text - 415-943-6116 Mike - mcorvino@corconsultrx.com Cole - cswanson@corconsultrx.com Instagram and other social media platforms - @corconsultrx This podcast reviews current evidence-based medicine and pharmacy treatment options. This podcast is intended to be used for educational purposes only and is intended for healthcare professionals and students. This podcast is not for patients and not intended as advice or treatment.

On this episode, we review some of the pathophysiology and etiologies of vertigo. We also discuss some of the medications that are used to alleviate the symptoms.  The video we discussed is at the following link: If you have any questions for myself or Cole, reach out to us on any of the following: Text - 415-943-6116 Mike - mcorvino@corconsultrx.com Cole - cswanson@corconsultrx.com Instagram and other social media platforms - @corconsultrx This podcast reviews current evidence-based medicine and pharmacy treatment options. This podcast is intended to be used for educational purposes only and is intended for healthcare professionals and students. This podcast is not for patients and not intended as advice or treatment.

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Swathi Varanasi, PharmD to discuss her experience in a PGY1 integrative health and medical cannabis residency. Swathi will is the first resident to go through this innovative and unconventional residency program. She has been speaking at various pharmacy schools throughout the country as well as writing articles for LinkedIn and other platforms. Her website and e-mail address are below: swathi@doctorswathi.com 

On this episode, we revisit iron-deficiency anemia as well as megaloblastic anemia. We also discuss anemia of inflammation (anemia of chronic disease).  If you have any questions for myself or Cole, reach out to us on any of the following: Text - 415-943-6116 Mike - mcorvino@corconsultrx.com Cole - cswanson@corconsultrx.com Instagram and other social media platforms - @corconsultrx This podcast reviews current evidence-based medicine and pharmacy treatment options. This podcast is intended to be used for educational purposes only and is intended for healthcare professionals and students. This podcast is not for patients and not intended as advice or treatment.

On this episode, we talk about male hypogonadism and testosterone replacement therapy. We review some background testosterone biochemistry concepts. We then discuss the various testosterone formulations and provide a few clinical pearls. The two Medscape articles below have some great information if you want a more in-depth explanation: If you have any questions for myself or Cole, reach out to us on any of the following: Text - 415-943-6116 Mike - mcorvino@corconsultrx.com Cole - cswanson@corconsultrx.com Instagram and other social media platforms - @corconsultrx This podcast reviews current evidence-based medicine and pharmacy treatment options. This podcast is intended to be used for educational purposes only and is intended for healthcare professionals and students. This podcast is not for patients and not intended as advice or treatment.

On this episode, we discuss the 2019 novel Coronavirus outbreak. We review some background and the origin of the outbreak. We also summarize some of the data provided by the CDC as well as the information that the CDC published for healthcare professionals.  The summary from the CDC can be found at the link below:  If you have any questions for myself or Cole, reach out to us on any of the following: Text - 415-943-6116 Mike - mcorvino@corconsultrx.com Cole - cswanson@corconsultrx.com Instagram and other social media platforms - @corconsultrx This podcast reviews current evidence-based medicine and pharmacy treatment options. This podcast is intended to be used for educational purposes only and is intended for healthcare professionals and students. This podcast is not for patients and not intended as advice or treatment.

On this episode, we are joined by Sharon Dickow. Sharon is a P4 student at Wayne State University College of Pharmacy. We discuss uremic pruritus which is a prevalent symptom in CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis. We review the pathophysiology as well as various treatment options available. We also give an overview of the data surrounding a treatment option that is still in the pipeline known as difelikefalin.  Follow Sharon on istagram - @sydickow f you have any questions for myself or Cole, reach out to us on any of the following: Text - 415-943-6116 Mike - mcorvino@corconsultrx.com Cole - cswanson@corconsultrx.com Instagram and other social media platforms - @corconsultrx This podcast reviews current evidence-based medicine and pharmacy treatment options. This podcast is intended to be used for educational purposes only and is intended for healthcare professionals and students. This podcast is not for patients and not intended as advice or treatment.

On this episode, we discuss a few tips and tricks for treating resistant hypertension that can be utilized before adding additional medications. We review the recently published article on bedtime dosing for antihypertensive medications as well as several others.  If you have any questions for myself or Cole, reach out to us on any of the following: Text - 415-943-6116 Mike - mcorvino@corconsultrx.com Cole - cswanson@corconsultrx.com Instagram and other social media platforms - @corconsultrx This podcast reviews current evidence-based medicine and pharmacy treatment options. This podcast is intended to be used for educational purposes only and is intended for healthcare professionals and students. This podcast is not for patients and not intended as advice or treatment.

On this episode, we discuss a few tips and tricks for treating resistant hypertension that can be utilized before adding additional medications. We review the recently published article on bedtime dosing for antihypertensive medications as well as several others.  If you have any questions for myself or Cole, reach out to us on any of the following: Text - 415-943-6116 Mike - mcorvino@corconsultrx.com Cole - cswanson@corconsultrx.com Instagram and other social media platforms - @corconsultrx This podcast reviews current evidence-based medicine and pharmacy treatment options. This podcast is intended to be used for educational purposes only and is intended for healthcare professionals and students. This podcast is not for patients and not intended as advice or treatment.

This episode is a follow-up to our discuss on general depression and the STAR*D trial. We review the algorithm created by Dr. David Osser and colleagues at Harvard Medical. The Pubmed article can be found at the following link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30614886 If you have any questions for myself or Cole, reach out to us on any of the following: Text - 415-943-6116 Mike - mcorvino@corconsultrx.com Cole - cswanson@corconsultrx.com Instagram and other social media platforms - @corconsultrx This podcast reviews current evidence-based medicine and pharmacy treatment options. This podcast is intended to be used for educational purposes only and is intended for healthcare professionals and students. This podcast is not for patients and not intended as advice or treatment.

On this episode, we are joined by Kevin Hope. Kevin worked as a board certified nuclear pharmacist for many years. He provides us some insight into the role and job of a nuclear pharmacist. Kevin is currently the Director of CE and Compliance for FreeCe.com (PharmCon). He discusses his transition into education and the company's plans for furthering access to continuing education for pharmacy professionals. 

On this episode, we are joined by Ohio Northern University College of Pharmacy student Martin Brenneman. Martin eventually hopes to complete a PGY2 infectious disease residency. We provide a general overview of the new guidelines. We also discuss some of the reasoning and data behind some of the recommendations. For a great overview of CAP, check out this Medscape review article: https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/234240-overview#a17 If you have any questions for myself or Cole, reach out to us on any of the following: Text - 415-943-6116 Mike - mcorvino@corconsultrx.com Cole - cswanson@corconsultrx.com Instagram and other social media platforms - @corconsultrx This podcast reviews current evidence-based medicine and pharmacy treatment options. This podcast is intended to be used for educational purposes only and is intended for healthcare professionals and students. This podcast is not for patients and not intended as advice or treatment.

On this episode, we are joined by my little cousin Rachel Corvino, BSN and Emily Phillips, CCRC from Palmetto Clinical Research. PCR is the research department for Palmetto Primary Care Physicians. Rachel and Emily talk through some of the clinical studies that they are currently involved with. We discuss new drugs being used in Alzheimer's disease, endometriosis, CV risk reduction, and diabetes.  Visit Palmetto Clinical Research's website at https://www.palmettoclinicalresearch.com If you have any questions for myself or Cole, reach out to us on any of the following: Mike - mcorvino@corconsultrx.com Cole - cswanson@corconsultrx.com Instagram and other social media platforms - @corconsultrx This podcast reviews current evidence-based medicine and pharmacy treatment options. This podcast is intended to be used for educational purposes only and is intended for healthcare professionals and students. This podcast is not for patients and not intended as advice or treatment.  

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. David Convissar, MD. He discusses what led him into medicine and eventually into Anesthesiology. He gives some insight into the various roles that Anesthesiologists play in patient care. He also provides a pharmacology review for neuromuscular blocking agents, propofol, fentanyl, and others.  Check out Dr. Convissar on youtube and Instagram: @countbackwardsfrom10 If you have any questions for myself or Cole, reach out to us on any of the following: Mike - mcorvino@corconsultrx.com Cole - cswanson@corconsultrx.com Instagram and other social media platforms - @corconsultrx This podcast reviews current evidence-based medicine and pharmacy treatment options. This podcast is intended to be used for educational purposes only and is intended for healthcare professionals and students. This podcast is not for patients and not intended as advice or treatment.