The Intern At Work: Internal Medicine

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Not Just Wear & Tear: Approach to Osteoarthritis Sep 27, 2026

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Osteoarthritis may not just be inevitable wear and tear of a joint. In this episode, we break down osteoarthritis, exploring joint mechanics, clinical presentation, and relevant investigations. Written by Dr. Aarabi Thayaparan (Internal Medicine resident at Queen's University). Reviewed by Dr. Tanveer Towheed (Rheumatologist at Queen's University) and Dr. Lindsay Anderson (General Internist at Queen's University).

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Tracing the Leak: An Approach to Proteinuria Sep 13, 2026

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In this episode, we break down an approach to proteinuria, focusing on the interpretation of the urine dipstick, the urine ACR, and the urine PCR. Written by Dr. Ishmam Bhuiyan (Internal Medicine Resident at UBC). Reviewed by Dr. Teresa Tai (General Internist at Royal Columbian Hospital and clinical instructor in the Department of Medicine at UBC) and Dr. Adeera Levin (Nephrologist at St. Paul's Hospital and clinical professor at the Department of Medicine at UBC).

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High Stakes, with Low Pressures: An Updated Guide to ARDS Aug 09, 2026

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In this episode, we discuss updates to diagnosing and managing Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Written by Dr. Jason Vaillancourt (Internal Medicine Resident) and Dr. Muralie Vignarajah (Internal Medicine Resident). Reviewed by Dr. Christine D’Arsigny (Critical Care Physician) and Dr. David Maslove (General Internal Medicine and Critical Care Physician).

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Approach to Porphyria Jul 26, 2026

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In this episode, we discuss an approach to porphyria. Written by Dr. Hannah Ramsay (Internal Medicine Resident). Reviewed by Dr. Karla Machlab (Hematology Fellow) and Dr. Zachary Liederman (Hematology Staff).

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An Approach to Anaphylaxis Jul 12, 2026

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In this episode, we discuss an approach to the acute management of anaphylaxis. Written by Dr. Jen Zheng (Internal Medicine Resident). Reviewed by Dr. Raymond Mak, (Allergist and Clinical Immunologist) and Dr. Matthew Brooks, (General Internist).

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An Approach to Osteoporosis Jun 28, 2026

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In this episode, we discuss a comprehensive approach to osteoporosis. Written by: Dr. Sharon Pritchard. Reviewed by: Dr. Nadine Vaninetti (Endocrinology) and Dr. Peter Gregory (General Internal Medicine).

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More than Mouth Ulcers: An Approach to Behçet's Disease Jun 14, 2026

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In this episode, we discuss how to recognize and manage Behçet's Disease. Written by Dr. Oswald Chen (Internal Medicine Resident). Reviewed by Dr. Alexa Smith, (Rheumatologist) and Dr. Allen Tran, (General Internist).

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Sickle Cell Disease and its Acute Complications May 31, 2026

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In this episode, we discuss how to identify and manage the acute complications of sickle cell disease. Written by Dr. Yi Hui Luo (Internal Medicine Resident).
Reviewed by Dr. Véronique Naessens (Hematologist) and Dr. Sanabelle Zaabat (General Internist).

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Lungs, Drugs, and Nasal Prongs: An Approach to Drug Induced Interstitial Lung Disease May 17, 2026

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In this episode, we discuss drug induced ILD, reviewing its diagnostic criteria and management. Written by: Dr. Reenika Aggarwal. Reviewed by: Dr. Joshua Wald (Respirology) and Dr. Andrew Cheung (General Internal Medicine).

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Lungs, Liver, and a Missing Link: Alpha-1-Antitrypsin Deficiency Explained May 03, 2026

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In this episode, we discuss alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency, reviewing key topics including the SERPINA1 gene, disease manifestations, testing, and an overview of augmentation therapy. Written by: Dr. Navjeet Baath. Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Amer (Respirology) and Dr. Arden Azim (General Internal Medicine).

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