Frankly Speaking About Family Medicine

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A weekly Podcast series covering newsworthy topics in primary care medicine. Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com

  1. 6D AGO

    One and Done? Comparing Dosing Regimens for HPV Vaccination - Frankly Speaking Ep 483

    Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-483 Overview: Human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccination can prevent most cases of cervical cancers, yet global coverage remains critically low. In this episode, we discuss the latest evidence on single-dose vs. two-dose HPV vaccination regimens, empowering you to counsel patients and families with confidence, address barriers to series completion, and maximize cancer prevention in your adolescent population. Episode resource links: Noninferiority of One HPV Vaccine to Tow Doses.  The New England Journal of Medicine.  2025.  Kreimer AR, Porras C, Liu D, et al. Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Facts and Figures.  American Cancer Society (2025).  2025.  Rick, Alteri, Deana Baptiste, Emily Butler Bell, et al. Guest: Anne Powell, MD   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.

    13 min

  2. APR 27

    Under the Skin: Stress, Inflammation, and the Mortality Gap - Frankly Speaking Ep 482

    Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-482 Overview: In this episode, we discuss how stress—specifically cumulative stress—exposure throughout a lifetime can contribute to negative health concerns and outcomes. While stress impacts everyone, its effects highlight racial disparities in mortality between Black and White adults. Listen in as we discuss evidence on how structural factors shape health outcomes and how we can address stress-related disease burdens in clinical practice. Guest: Mariyan L. Montaque, DNP, FNP-BC   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.

    14 min

  3. APR 20

    From Guidance to Practice: Updates in CVD Screening - Frankly Speaking Ep 481

    Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-481 Overview: Expand your prevention toolkit with new recommendations for cardiovascular disease screening. Listen in as we discuss how high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) can guide screening for ongoing inflammation in patients who are at risk, the evidence behind primary and secondary prevention applications, and key limitations to keep in mind when applying these recommendations in practice. Episode resource links: Mensah GA, Arnold N, Prabhu SD, Ridker PM, Welty FK. Inflammation and Cardiovascular Disease: 2025 ACC Scientific Statement: A Report of the American College of Cardiology. J Am Coll Cardiol.  Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.

    13 min

  4. APR 13

    Flexibility in Treatment: What Yoga Can Offer Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis - Frankly Speaking Ep 480

    Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-480 Overview: Tune in as we discuss nonsurgical options for managing knee osteoarthritis in primary care. This episode reviews current guidelines and highlights new research on yoga as an effective alternative to traditional strengthening exercises. Gain practical insights to help patients reduce pain, improve function, and delay surgery—all while expanding your integrative treatment toolkit. Episode resource links: Abafita BJ, Singh A, Aitken D, et al. Yoga or strengthening exercise for knee osteoarthritis: a randomized clinical trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2025;8(4):e253698. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.3698 Brophy, Robert H. MD; Fillingham, Yale A. MD. AAOS Clinical Practice Guideline Summary: Management of Osteoarthritis of the Knee (Nonarthroplasty), Third Edition. Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 30(9):p e721-e729, May 1, 2022. | DOI: 10.5435/JAAOS-D-21-01233 Guest: Jillian Joseph, MPAS, PA-C Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.

    11 min

  5. APR 6

    Can an ARB Help Prevent Migraine Attacks? - Frankly Speaking Ep 479

    Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-479 Overview: Listen in as we discuss how candesartan, an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB), may offer a well-tolerated, cost-effective option for migraine attack prevention—even in normotensive patients. Learn to assess benefits, monitor for hypotension, and expand your preventive migraine toolkit with evidence-based insights that may improve adherence and access for patients struggling with traditional therapies. Episode resource links: The Lancet. Neurology. 2025;24(10):817-827. doi:10.1016/S1474-4422(25)00269-8. Cephalalgia : An International Journal of Headache. 2023;43(6):3331024231183166. doi:10.1177/03331024231183166. Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.

    12 min

  6. MAR 30

    GLP-1 RAs and Hair Loss—Evaluating and Managing a Potential Side Effect - Frankly Speaking Ep 478

    Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-478 Overview: As glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) become increasingly common in managing obesity, it is important for clinicians to recognize lesser-known adverse effects. This episode highlights the potential link between GLP-1 RAs and alopecia, equipping you to better evaluate, counsel, and manage patients reporting hair loss. Episode resource links: Alsuwailem OA, Alanazi R, Almutairi HM, Asiree RH, Almutairi W, Almutairi TM, Zamandar A, Alkhames S. Hair Loss Associated With Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) Receptor Agonist Use: A Systematic Review. Cureus. 2025 Sep 16;17(9):e92454.  Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.

    10 min

  7. MAR 23

    AI Scribing in Practice: Balancing Patient Considerations and Clinician Wellbeing - Frankly Speaking Ep 477

    Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-477 Overview: With rising administrative demands, many clinicians are considering artificial intelligence (AI) scribes—this episode unpacks what you need to know before incorporating this technology. We explore key benefits like reduced burnout and improved workflow, along with ethical, legal, and safety considerations to help you make informed decisions about integrating AI scribing into your practice. Episode resource links: Cohen IG, Ritzman J, Cahill RF. Ambient Listening—Legal and Ethical Issues. JAMA Netw Open.2025;8(2):e2460642. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.60642 Olson KD, Meeker D, Troup M, et al. Use of Ambient AI Scribes to Reduce Administrative Burden and Professional Burnout. JAMA Netw Open. 2025;8(10):e2534976. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.34976 https://www.healio.com/news/dermatology/20251210/ai-scribes-hold-transformative-potential-for-improving-physician-burden-patient-care Guest: Jillian Joseph, MPAS, PA-C   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.

    14 min

  8. MAR 16

    Melatonin: Is a “Natural” Sleep Aid as Harmless as We Think? - Frankly Speaking Ep 476

    Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-476 Overview: Melatonin is widely used and often perceived as a safe, natural solution for insomnia. However, a new preliminary study raises concerns about long-term melatonin use and increased risk of heart failure, hospitalization, and all-cause mortality in patients with chronic insomnia. In this episode, we review the findings, discuss how they fit with existing evidence, explore limitations, and offer practical guidance for clinicians counseling patients about sleep supplements. Episode resource links: American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2025 – Abstract 4371606 AHA Scientific Statement: Multidimensional Sleep Health and Cardiometabolic Risk (Circulation, 2025) Li et al. Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, 2024 American Academy of Sleep Medicine Clinical Practice Guidelines AHA Life’s Essential 8 & Sleep Health Resources Guest: Mariyan Montaque, DNP, FNP-BC   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.

    11 min
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