The Intern At Work: Internal Medicine
A pan-Canadian learner-generated internal medicine podcast. The Intern at Work is written by residents for residents, and is meant to serve you better on the wards and on call. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational use only and is not intended as the sole resource for clinical management. All scripts are original scripts. Podcasts produced out of Canada and may contain Canadian specific guidelines. Created by: Alison Lai Executive Producers: Laiya Carayannopoulos, Zahra Merali
The Intern At Work: Internal Medicine
43. Approach to the Ulcerative Colitis flare
December 15, 2019
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The Intern At Work
This episode helps us understand the concept of autoimmunity first, taking us through the complex pathophysiology of ulcerative colitis. We then discuss intestinal and extra-intestinal manifestations of the disease and an approach to the acute UC flare.
Written by: Dr. Anthony Sandre (Internal Medicine Resident)
Reviewed by: Dr. Ted Xenodemetropoulos (Gastroenterologist) and Dr. Andrew Cheung (General Internist)
Infographic by: Dr. Caitlyn Vlasschaert (Internal Medicine Resident)