UCONN IM Residency Podcast 🎙️

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UCONN Internal Medicine Residency podcast! "All opinions and views expressed in our podcast are entirely the responsibility of the authors and do not represent the opinions of anyone else in the UConn Department of Medicine. The content presented is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as a medical advise." Editors-in-Chief and Hosts: Dr. Tanya S Jain, Dr. Avtandil Kochiashvili and Dr. Ruchir Paladiya, Chief Medical Residents at UCONN

  1. JAN 21

    EHD Series: Bioterrorism 101, Anthrax and Tularemia

    In this episode of our Infectious Diseases & Public Health Preparedness Series, we’re diving into high-consequence infectious diseases, with a focused discussion on anthrax and tularemia. Join us for a high-yield, clinically grounded conversation packed with recognition pearls, red flags for severe disease, diagnostic considerations, and management strategies to help you identify these rare but critical infections on the wards, in the ED, or during overnight call. Hosts: Dr. Tanya S. Jain and Dr. Avtandil Kochiashvili, Chief Medical Residents, UConn Guest Expert: Dr. Kevin Dieckhaus, Attending Physician, Infectious Diseases Author: Dr. Tanya S. Jain, Chief Medical Resident, UConn Edited by: Dr. Avtandil Kochiashvili, Chief Medical Resident, UConn Music: LoFi Girl by Snoozy Beats | Free Music Archive | License: CC BY

    15 min

  2. 10/19/2025

    EHD Series: Pericardial Diseases

    In this episode of our Cardiology Curriculum Series, we’re diving into three key pericardial diseases: Acute Pericarditis, Pericardial Tamponade, and Constrictive Pericarditis. Join us for a high-yield discussion packed with clinical pearls, diagnostic clues, and management strategies to help you confidently approach these conditions on your next rotation or during rounds. Hosts: Dr. Tanya S. Jain and Dr. Avtandil Kochiashvili, Chief Medical Residents, UConnGuest Expert: Dr. Meng, Attending Cardiologist and Program Director, UConn Cardiology Fellowship ProgramAuthor: Dr. Tanya S. Jain, Chief Medical Resident, UConnEdited by: Dr. Avtandil Kochiashvili, Chief Medical Resident, UConn Music: LoFi Girl by Snoozy Beats | Free Music Archive | License: CC BY

    27 min
  3. Gastroenterology Mini-Series: Acute Pancreatitis

    10/01/2025

    Gastroenterology Mini-Series: Acute Pancreatitis

    In this episode of our GI Mini-Series, we touch upon Acute Pancreatitis covering its diagnosis, causes, classification, and management. The podcast also highlights risk factors for severe disease, fluid resuscitation strategies, pain control, early oral feeding, and the role of antibiotics. Tune in for an evidence-based, guideline-driven deep dive into the topic, filled with practical bedside insights you can put into practice right away. Author and Host: Dr. Ruchir Paladiya, Chief Medical Resident, UConn Guest Speaker: Dr. Neil Khoury, UConn GI Fellowship Alumnus (2022–25) and Assistant Professor of Medicine, University of South Florida (Tampa General Hospital) Editor: Dr. Ruchir Paladiya, Chief Medical Resident, UConn Music: LoFi Girl by Snoozy Beats | Free Music Archive | License: CC BY

    19 min

  4. 08/01/2025

    EHD Series: Hypercalcemia, Diabetes Mellitus and Hypogonadism

    In this episode of our Endocrine Curriculum Series, we’re breaking down three important topics: Hypercalcemia, In-patient Diabetes Management and Hypogonadism in Men. Join us for a high-yield conversation filled with clinical pearls, management strategies and practical insights you can use on your next rotation or on rounds. Hosts: Dr. Tanya S. Jain and Dr. Avtandil Kochiashvili, Chief Medical Residents, UConn Guest Expert: Dr. Stephanny Reyes, Endocrinology Fellow, UConn Author: Dr. Tanya S. Jain, Chief Medical Resident, UConn Edited by: Dr. Avtandil Kochiashvili, Chief Medical Resident, UConn Music: LoFi Girl by Snoozy Beats | Free Music Archive | License: CC BY

    22 min

  5. 07/10/2025

    Gastroenterology Mini-Series: GI rotation Tips

    🎙️ Welcome back to the UConn IM Podcast!
 In this episode, we kick off our Gastroenterology sub-specialty mini-series. With new interns joining the service, Dr. Neil Khoury shares practical advice for trainees on the inpatient GI team. From setting expectations to optimizing consults and navigating team dynamics, Dr. Khoury offers high-yield, actionable tips for both medical students and residents. Author and Host: Dr. Ruchir Paladiya, Chief Medical Resident, UConn
 Guest Speaker: Dr. Neil Khoury, outgoing PGY-6 GI Fellow at UConn and Incoming Attending at USF Tampa General
 Editor: Dr. Ruchir Paladiya, Chief Medical Resident, UConn Music: LoFi Girl by Snoozy Beats | Free Music Archive | License: CC BY

    12 min

  6. 07/02/2025

    EHD Series: Ankylosing Spondylitis

    In this episode of our curriculum series, we’re diving into a diagnosis that often flies under the radar - Ankylosing Spondylitis. Tune in for a high-yield discussion packed with clinical insights and practical takeaways Hosts: Dr. Tanya S. Jain, Dr. Avtandil Kochiashvili and Dr. Ruchir Paladiya, Chief Medical Residents, UConn Guest Expert: Dr. Tara Raj, Rheumatology Fellow, UConn Author: Dr. Tanya S. Jain, Chief Medical Resident, UConn Edited by: Dr. Avtandil Kochiashvili, Chief Medical Resident, UConn Music: LoFi Girl by Snoozy Beats | Free Music Archive | License: CC BY

    10 min

  7. 06/13/2025

    Ambulatory Survival Series- Difficult Conversations

    Welcome back to our Ambulatory Survival Series where we sit down with some of the primary care leaders in the program and learn about how we can take the best care of our clinic patients! Author and Host: Dr. Ritika Kompella, Chief Medical Resident, UCONN Guest Speaker: Dr. Rebecca Andrews, Assistant Program Director and Director of Ambulatory Education with the UConn IM Residency Program Additional readings: Microsoft Word - 10. Framework for Tough Conversations_CP3 Toolkit.docx Advance Care Planning: How to Have the Conversation You Want With Your Patients | AAFP

    14 min

  8. 06/13/2025

    Ambulatory Survival Series- Annual Wellness Visits

    Welcome back to our Ambulatory Survival Series where we sit down with some of the primary care leaders in the program and learn about how we can take the best care of our clinic patients! Author and Host: Dr. Ritika Kompella, Chief Medical Resident, UCONN Guest Speaker: Dr. Rebecca Andrews, Assistant Program Director and Director of Ambulatory Education in the UCONN IM Residency Program Additional readings: https://www.cms.gov/Outreach-and-Education/Medicare-Learning-Network-MLN/MLNProducts/preventive-services/medicare-wellness-visits.html#AWV  https://www.acponline.org/sites/default/files/documents/running_practice/payment_coding/medicare/patient-facts.pdf  https://www.acponline.org/practice-career/business-resources/payment/medicare-payment-and-regulations-resources/medicares-annual-wellness-visit-awv

    15 min
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UCONN Internal Medicine Residency podcast! "All opinions and views expressed in our podcast are entirely the responsibility of the authors and do not represent the opinions of anyone else in the UConn Department of Medicine. The content presented is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as a medical advise." Editors-in-Chief and Hosts: Dr. Tanya S Jain, Dr. Avtandil Kochiashvili and Dr. Ruchir Paladiya, Chief Medical Residents at UCONN

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  • Creator
    University of Connecticut Internal Medicine
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    128
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © University of Connecticut Internal Medicine
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