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Optimizing Access to Endometriosis Treatment:...

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2025/08/19

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Jacqueline Wong, MD, MSCR, FACOG For patients with endometriosis, treatment delays can profoundly impact both quality of life and clinical outcomes. Proactive strategies that address logistical barriers—such as prior authorizations—combined with education and multidisciplinary support are essential in improving care. Join Dr. Charles Turck and Dr. Jacqueline Wong as they explore practical approaches for managing this complex condition

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Liquid Biopsy for Colorectal Cancer Screening:...

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2025/06/18

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Brennan Spiegel, MD, MSHS With colorectal cancer screening rates still lagging, blood-based liquid biopsy tests are emerging as a promising strategy to improve adherence, especially among those reluctant to undergo traditional screening methods. However, these tests come with some challenges that may limit their real-world effectiveness. Joining Dr. Charles Turck to discuss these potential benefits and barriers is Dr. Brennan Spiegel,

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Assessing Efficacy and Cost of Blood-Based Tests for...

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2025/06/18

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Samuel Muench, MD With colorectal cancer screening rates still falling short of national goals, new strategies are gaining attention—particularly blood-based tests. A recent modeling study compared this emerging tool to other options like stool-based testing and colonoscopy, exploring its potential as a colorectal cancer screening method and barriers to its adoption. Joining Dr. Charles Turck to break down the study and discuss the

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COPD in Japan vs. the US: Comparing Prevalence and...

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2025/05/07

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Akira Sekikawa, MD, MPH, PhD Despite its historically higher smoking rates, Japan has significantly lower COPD prevalence and mortality than the United States. But incorporating certain elements of the Japanese diet and implementing public health practices may help reverse this paradox. Joining Dr. Charles Turck to share the findings from his recent meta-analysis comparing the two nations is Dr. Akira Sekikawa, Professor of

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Addressing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening in...

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2025/04/18

Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Michael Dougherty, MD Rural populations face unique challenges in accessing colorectal cancer screening, leaving many patients in these communities unscreened. However, mailed fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) may help address these barriers and improve adherence. Joining Dr. Peter Buch to discuss the benefits and limitations associated with FIT and its potential impact on the colorectal cancer screening landscape is Dr. Michael

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Weighing the Environmental Impact of Colorectal...

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2025/04/17

Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: A. Mark Fendrick, MD Colorectal cancer screening saves lives—but how do common methods like colonoscopy and non-invasive screening methods compare in their environmental effects? With the healthcare sector being responsible for over four percent of the global carbon footprint, researchers are looking into more environmentally friendly options that can still provide optimal outcomes for patients. Dr. Peter Buch sits down with Dr. Mark

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Addressing Gaps in COPD Management: Insights for...

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2025/04/15

Host: Nathan Falk, MD, MBA, FAAFP Guest: Megan Conroy, MD, MA(Ed), FCCP Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) often experience significant delays in diagnosis and treatment due to systemic gaps in management. A recent survey of 400 primary care and pulmonary clinicians uncovered patterns of fragmented care among both specialties. Join Dr. Nate Falk and Dr. Megan Conroy as they dive into the findings and explain how CHEST’s COPD Toolkit can help clinicians

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Biosimilar Access: Addressing Barriers to Build a...

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2025/04/10

Guest: Andre Harvin, PharmD, MS, MBA Biosimilars have greatly impacted the US healthcare system over the last decade, creating cost savings and increasing access for patients.1,2 However, although some biosimilars have seen significant adoption, not all biosimilars have been able to achieve sustainable market use.1 Learn about the barriers to biosimilar adoption in the US and strategies for overcoming them from Dr. Andre Harvin. Dr. Harvin is the chief pharmacy officer at Cone Health

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Racial Disparities in Atopic Dermatitis Care:...

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2025/01/21

Guest: Ruchi Gupta, MD, MPH Limited education, research, and access to care contribute to disparities in atopic dermatitis care among diverse populations. Hear from Dr. Ruchi Gupta, a Professor of Pediatrics and Medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, as she discusses gaps in care among different racial and ethnic groups.

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Providing Equitable Atopic Dermatitis Care

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2025/01/21

Guest: Ruchi Gupta, MD, MPH To ensure comprehensive care for atopic dermatitis, it’s essential to be aware of cultural differences and barriers to care in underserved populations. Dr. Ruchi Gupta, a Professor of Pediatrics and Medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, highlights the need for increased awareness and collaboration between generalists and dermatologists to ensure better atopic dermatitis care.

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APOL1 and Chronic Kidney Disease: New Findings in...

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2025/01/08

Guest: Rasheed A. Gbadegesin, MD, MBBS A new study by the H3 Africa Kidney Research Network found that APOL1 variants are a major risk factor for chronic kidney disease. Additionally, these variants are particularly prevalent among West Africans. Dr. Rasheed Gbadegesin dives into these findings and explains how they could contribute to preventive measures and improved outcomes in patients of African ancestry. Dr. Gbadegesin is the Director of the Office of Physician-Scientist

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2024/12/01

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Dengue Fever Prevention: How to Protect Patients...

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2024/09/11

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: David Hamer, MD Cases of dengue have more than doubled since 2023, especially in endemic areas like Latin America, the Caribbean, South and Southeast Asia, and the coastal areas of Africa. This increasingly prevalence underscores the importance of knowing how to protect patients traveling abroad to those areas, which is why Dr. Charles Turck speaks with Dr. David Hamer about essential prevention strategies for dengue fever. Dr. Hamer

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Navigating Travel Vaccines: Best Practices in...

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2024/07/26

Host: Robert Walker, PharmD Guest: Nic Garner, PharmD Travel vaccines are becoming increasingly common as they play a key role in protecting travelers abroad, but they’re only effective if patients actually receive them. That’s why Dr. Robert Walker speaks with Dr. Nic Garner, who shares best practices for counseling patients on travel vaccines. Dr. Garner is the District Support Pharmacist Leader at CVS Pharmacy in Texas with more than 10 years of community pharmacy management

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Shifting Our Approach to Gun Violence: A Public...

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2023/03/17

Host: John Russell, MD Guest: Stanton Miller, MD, MPH, FACS Patients who live in an environment impacted by gun violence may face lifelong challenges. But addressing gun violence from a public health standpoint may help clinicians manage the biological, behavioral, and social aspects of this disease. Dr. John Russell is joined by Dr. Stan Miller from the Jefferson Center for Injury Research & Prevention to discuss how clinicians can reframe their approach.

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Diving Into Dysphonia & Vocal Fatigue: A Conversation...

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2022/03/25

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Amy McGorry PT, DPT, MTC Guest: Catherine C. Crowley, PhD, CCC-SLP COVID-19 has led to several unexpected challenges, impacting several parts of the body, including our patients' voices. What do we need to know about these impacts to better care for our patients? To answer this question, Drs. Amy McGorry and Catherine Crowley of Long Island University in New York join Dr. Charles Turck to share their clinical experience with vocal

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Post-COVID Care: How One Clinic Is Treating Long Haulers

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2022/02/08

Host: John Russell, MD Guest: Benjamin Abramoff, MD, MS Once a patient is discharged from the hospital after battling COVID-19, the war they face with this disease may not be over. In fact, many patients continue to experience long-term effects, which is why some institutions have formed clinics that are solely dedicated to caring for these patients. To learn more about how one such clinic is helping patients manage these devastating effects, Dr. John Russell speaks to physiatrist

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Coexisting with COVID-19: A Look Ahead

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2022/02/03

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: William Schaffner, MD From widespread variants to the threat of a twindemic -- what has the COVID-19 pandemic taught us? And can we learn to coexist with this virus? Dr. Charles Turck is joined by Dr. William Schaffner from the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases to discuss what's on the horizon for the pandemic.

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Healing Healthcare: Strategies for Combating Social...

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2022/01/24

Host: Hector O. Chapa, MD, FACOG Guest: Linda Bradley, MD Medical commentators have stated that medicine as a profession is sick. So what can medicine do to change and better impact the community? That’s the exact question Dr. Hector Chapa explores with Dr. Linda Bradley from Case Western Reserve University. Together, they’ll discuss why social determinants of health exist, the impact they have on communities, and even more importantly, how we can combat them.

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Breaking Down Barriers to COVID-19 Vaccine Access

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2022/01/24

Host: Hector O. Chapa, MD, FACOG Guest: Linda Bradley, MD While many people across the country have access to COVID-19 vaccines, there are certain communities where access is not as easy. So what can we do to address the vaccination gaps and barriers to care during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond? Find out with Dr. Hector Chapa as he speaks with Dr. Linda Bradley from Case Western Reserve University, who shares a brief history of the presence of social determinants of health and

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