About this episode
Decode low neutrophils, recognize thalassemia without chasing iron, and sharpen your approach to bleeding disorders in primary care.
Crack the code on confusing labs. Learn from Dr. Bradley Beeler, an academic hematologist, how to recognize thalassemia without over-ordering tests, why a low neutrophil count in a healthy patient might not be a problem, and how to tackle bleeding disorders in primary care.
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Show Segments
Intro
Case 1: Duffy-null associated neutrophil count
Case 2: Bleeding disorders
Case 3: Thalassemia
Outro
Credits
Written and produced by Paul Wurtz MD. Show notes, cover art, and infographic also created by Paul Wurtz MD.
Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Reviewer: Sai S Achi MD, MBA, FACP
Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Technical Production: PodPaste
Guest: Bradley Beeler MD
Disclosures
Dr. Beeler reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.
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