Frankly Speaking About Family Medicine

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Overview: The transition from hospital to home is a valuable period for patients and clinicians. In this episode, we discuss which patients require follow-up, what should be reviewed during these appointments, and when follow-up should take place to help improve patient outcomes.

Episode resource links:

Anderson, T. S., Herzig, S. J., Marcantonio, E. R., Yeh, R. W., Souza, J., & Landon, B. E. (2024, April). Medicare transitional care management program and changes in timely postdischarge follow-up. In JAMA Health Forum (Vol. 5, No. 4, pp. e240417-e240417). American Medical Association.

Anderson, T. S., Wilson, L. M., Wang, B. X., Steinman, M. A., Schonberg, M. A., Marcantonio, E. R., & Herzig, S. J. (2025). Medication Errors and Gaps in Medication Discharge Planning for Hospitalized Older Adults: A Prospective Cohort Study. Journal of general internal medicine, 1-10.

 

Balasubramanian, I., Andres, E. B., & Malhotra, C. (2025). Outpatient follow-up and 30-day readmissions: a systematic review and meta-analysis. JAMA Network Open, 8(11), e2541272-e2541272.

Guest: Mariyan L. Montaque, DNP, FNP-BC

Music Credit: Matthew Bugos

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The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
 
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Overview: Discover how flexible physical activity patterns can reduce mortality and cardiovascular risk in patients with diabetes. This episode translates evidence on “weekend warrior” vs regular exercise into practical counseling strategies, empowering you to help time-constrained patients achieve the mortality benefits of weekly moderate-to-vigorous physical activity—regardless of scheduling pattern.

Episode resource links:

Wu, Z., Sheng, C., Guo, Z., Zheng, Y., Zheng, D., Li, X., Guo, X., & Li, H. (2025). Association of Weekend Warrior and Other Physical Activity Patterns With Mortality Among Adults With Diabetes : A Cohort Study. Annals of internal medicine, 178(9), 1279–1286. https://doi.org/10.7326/ANNALS-25-00640

Guest: Jill M. Terrien PhD, ANP-BC 

Music Credit: Matthew Bugos

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The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
 
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Overview: Social media use is nearly ubiquitous among adolescents, raising concern about its role in rising rates of depression, anxiety, insomnia, and suicidality. Although prior evidence has been mixed, emerging studies offer new insights on the relationship between social media use and adolescent mental health. Join us as we review current literature and discuss potential strategies to mitigate negative impacts and improve outcomes.

Episode resource links:

Calvert E, Cipriani M, Dwyer B, et al. Social Media Detox and Youth Mental Health. JAMA Netw Open. 2025;8(11):e2545245. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.45245
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2840489

 

Clayborne ZM, Capaldi CA, Mehra VM. Associations between digital media use behaviours, screen time and positive mental health in youth: results from the 2019 Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth. BMC Public Health. 2025;25(1):2303. Published 2025 Jul 3. doi:10.1186/s12889-025-22874-2

Grøntved A, Singhammer J, Froberg K, et al. A prospective study of screen time in adolescence and depression symptoms in young adulthood. Prev Med. 2015;81:108-113. doi:10.1016/j.ypmed.2015.08.009

Nagata JM, Memon Z, Talebloo J, et al. Prevalence and Patterns of Social Media Use in Early Adolescents. Acad Pediatr. 2025;25(4):102784. doi:10.1016/j.acap.2025.102784

Oberle E, Ji XR, Kerai S, Guhn M, Schonert-Reichl KA, Gadermann AM. Screen time and extracurricular activities as risk and protective factors for mental health in adolescence: A population-level study. Prev Med. 2020;141:106291. doi:10.1016/j.ypmed.2020.106291

Pieh C, Humer E, Hoenigl A, et al. Smartphone screen time reduction improves mental health: a randomized controlled trial. BMC Med. 2025;23(1):107. Published 2025 Feb 21. doi:10.1186/s12916-025-03944-z

Riehm KE, Feder KA, Tormohlen KN, et al. Associations Between Time Spent Using Social Media and Internalizing and Externalizing Problems Among US Youth. JAMA Psychiatry. 2019;76(12):1266–1273. doi:10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2019.2325

Varona MN, Muela A, Machimbarrena JM. Problematic use or addiction? A scoping review on conceptual and operational definitions of negative social networking sites use in adolescents. Addict Behav. 2022;134:107400. doi:10.1016/j.addbeh.2022.107400

Woolf SH. The Youth Mental Health Crisis in the United States: Epidemiology, Contributors, and Potential Solutions. Pediatrics. 2025;156(5):e2025070849. doi:10.1542/peds.2025-070849

Xiang AH, Martinez MP, Chow T, et al. Depression and Anxiety Among US Children and Young Adults. JAMA Netw Open. 2024;7(10):e2436906. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.36906

BBC: Australia has banned social media for kids under 16. How will it work? https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyp9d3ddqyo

Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C
 
Music Credit: Matthew Bugos

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The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.

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Overview: Tune in to hear how self-collected vaginal human papillomavirus (HPV) testing has potential to expand access to cervical cancer screening and reduce barriers for your patients. This episode reviews cervical cancer screening guidelines, follow-up recommendations, and how to consider offering self-collection as an option to increase screening rates and improve preventive care in your practice.

Episode resource links:

CA CancerJClin.2026;e70041. DOI:10.3322/caac.70041

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Device Classification Under Section 513(f)(2)(De Novo). Device for home collection and transport of vaginal specimens by lay users for use in an approved HPV molecular assay. FDA; 2025. [email protected] 

The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.

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Overview: In this episode, we explore the latest changes to the USDA’s nutrition guidelines, trace the history of the food pyramid, and examine the evidence behind current guidance. Come away with tips to counsel patients on nutrition that supports long-term health and reduces chronic disease risk.

Episode resource links:

Review the history of nutrition recommendations from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Analyze the USDA’s 2026 food guidelines

Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP
 
Music Credit: Matthew Bugos

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The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.