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GW HealthCast, a series of educational health podcasts, are available for listening or download. Hear the latest health information from medical professionals at The George Washington University Hospital and GW Medical Faculty Associates. For more information, contact us today.

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United States

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GW HealthCast, a series of educational health podcasts, are available for listening or download. Hear the latest health information from medical professionals at The George Washington University Hospital and GW Medical Faculty Associates. For more information, contact us today.

Language:

English

Contact:

202) 741-3000


Episodes

Lurie Children's Leads The Way On Pediatric Fertility Medicine

2/21/2023
More than ever before, children treated for serious illnesses are living well into adulthood. This happy statistic means there is increased awareness of long-term quality of life concerns, such as the risk of infertility. The comprehensive Fertility & Hormone Preservation & Restoration Program at Lurie Children’s offers solutions for those young patients, giving many their only chance to have biological children one day. The program's leaders talk about this remarkable field of medicine...

Duration:00:21:10

Formulation Considerations for Cannabinoids with Dr. Chad Johnson

1/23/2023
Dr. Chad Johnson is joining us for another episode of Cannabis Grand Rounds today. In this episode, we talk a little bit more about some of the oral preps and get into the transmembrane and transdermal challenges that cannabinoids can present to prescribers. Dr. Johnson received his Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, focusing on medicinal chemistry and pharmacology. He is a faculty member in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Co-Director of the Master of Science in...

Duration:00:21:00

The Basic Science of Oral Cannabinoid Preparations with Dr. Chad Johnson

1/16/2023
Dr. Chad Johnson received his Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, focusing on medicinal chemistry and pharmacology. He is a faculty member in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Co-Director of the Master of Science in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics (MCST) program at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy--involved in all basic science courses within the program. His research focuses on designing novel, fast-acting antidepressants and opioid...

Duration:00:16:36

Hemp Legalization and The Farm Bill

12/26/2022
Human agriculture started about 10,000 years ago and hemp was most likely one of the first cultivated crops. It is an extremely versatile crop with multiple uses back then and even more uses today. American farmers including our founding father George Washington grew hemp as a staple crop in the 1700s. But it only became legal in 2018 with the passing of that year's Farm Bill. So why did it take so long for the US to harness the power of hemp? In this encore episode from August 2022, we...

Duration:00:12:14

Synthetic Cannabis & Chemistry

12/19/2022
You've probably heard about the dangers of K2, Spice, and other strains of synthetic cannabis. As well as the horror stories of zombie-like states and fatalities. But you might be surprised to hear about its noble beginnings. That's according to Dr. Andrew Coop. Dr. Coop received his Ph.D. from the University of Bristol in the area of chemistry of drugs of abuse, followed by a Fogerty post-doctoral fellowship at the National Institutes of Health. He has been a faculty member in the...

Duration:00:19:56

Inside Your Body's Endocannabinoid System

12/12/2022
The endocannaba-what?! Many of us have heard of the numerous systems in our bodies that help us live our day-to-day lives. But fewer have heard of the more recently discovered endocannabinoid system (ECS). The ECS is critical for almost every aspect of our moment-to-moment functioning. This episode from February 2022 will cover what the endocannabinoid system is, how it helps us, and where it fits in the world of cannabis.

A Medical Cannabis Discussion with Dr Dustin Sulak

12/5/2022
Dustin Sulak, D.O. is a renowned integrative medicine physician based in Maine, whose practice balances the principles of osteopathy, mind-body medicine, and medical cannabis. Regarded as an expert on medical cannabis nationally, Dr. Sulak educates medical providers and patients on its clinical use, while continuing to explore the therapeutic potential of this ancient yet emerging medicine. He also runs the cannabis brand Healer, which offers a line of CBD & THC products and free dosage...

Duration:00:16:48

Expertise in the Correction of Chest Wall Deformities

12/5/2022
Lurie Children’s Chest Wall Deformities Program is one of the few comprehensive centers in the country that focuses on the treatment of conditions including pectus excavatum, or sunken chest. Pediatric surgeon Dr. Fizan Abdullah is a world-renowned authority on minimally invasive surgery and chest wall deformities, and leader in researching health services and surgical quality improvement. We talk with him today about advances in chest wall deformity diagnosis and treatment.

Duration:00:21:03

The Birds, The Bees and the Cannabis "Trees"

11/28/2022
Cannabis is an interesting plant been around for thousands of years used by humans for food, fiber, and medicine. But the botany of it is really fascinating. There is a sexuality to the cannabis plant, separate male and female cannabis plants. This is also referred to as dioecious. We have all of our hosts on this encore episode from August 2022 to discuss the differences in these plants, why having different sexes is advantageous, and how each plant works on a biological level.

Duration:00:12:32

Tripledemic 2022: What To Know And When To Go Get Help

11/21/2022
The CDC has reported, in the middle of October, 8,000 RSV tests have come back positive which is double the number of positive tests at this time last year. As we move into winter, covid and flu numbers are expected to rise as well. Reid Health, director of emergency medicine, Dr. Samuel Iden shares what to look out for and when to seek care.

Duration:00:17:16

Introduction to the Masters in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics (MCST) Program

11/21/2022
The Master of Science (MS) in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics program at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy is in its third class now. The Program provides students with the knowledge they need to support patients and the medical cannabis industry, add to existing research, and develop well-informed medical cannabis policy. The two-year program based at the Universities at Shady Grove in Rockville, Md., blends online instruction with face-to-face experiences to prepare...

Duration:00:12:01

Multidisciplinary Care for Children with Colorectal Conditions

11/15/2022
Lurie Children's is among the only pediatric hospitals with a specialized colorectal center. The multidisciplinary team cares for children with colorectal conditions such as imperforate anus, Hirschsprung disease and severe constipation. Learn more from two of the center's leaders, Dr. Julia Grabowski and Dr. John Fortunato, about how their comprehensive approach to treating children with these conditions stands out.

Duration:00:23:08

Cannabis History Part 1: Early 20th Century

11/14/2022
In this episode, we're going to delve into the history of cannabis. And we thought a good way to do this was by talking about the history of cannabis prior to the early, early 20th century. There was a lot that transpired in the early and mid-20th century that impacts regulatory issues that we still face today. In this encore episode from January 2022, we'll cover the origins of Sativa and Indicus, William O'Shaughnessy's legacy, and standardization and precision dosing. Be sure to also...

Duration:00:12:00

Different Populations & Cannabis Use

11/7/2022
Like any medication, different doses and treatments affect each population in a variety of ways. So we're focusing on different populations and cannabis use. In this encore episode from April 2022, we talk about kids: how children react to an accidental cannabis overdose, and how these cases are handled in emergency rooms. And we'll also look at the elderly: pain regulation, drug interactions, and avoiding increased fall risks. Lastly, we touch on what we know about pregnancy, lactating,...

Diabetes 101: Everything You Need to Know About Diagnosis, Treatment, and Management of Diabetes

11/1/2022
According to in.gov, 12% of Indiana adults have received a diabetes diagnosis. This episode will help to educate and unpack factors leading to diabetes and what you can do if you've been diagnosed.

Duration:00:25:30

Lurie Children's Pioneers in Pediatric Orthopedic Research

11/1/2022
Lurie Children’s nationally ranked Division of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine is engaged in many research studies. Experts are exploring ways to improve the bone health of children, prevent injuries and the need for unnecessary surgeries, and address health disparities in children's orthopedic care. Today we talk with three of the division’s specialists about their current scientific pursuits, and how that will transform care children and teens with orthopedic disorders.

Duration:00:28:36

What is Tetrahydrocannabinolic Acid (THCA)?

10/31/2022
This episode is diving deep into some pharmacology again. We're talking about THCA. So what is the "A" for? How is it different than THC, which we've heard about for decades? Break out the old organic chemistry textbooks, because we're getting deep into this important cannabinoid with Dr. Les Matthews & Dr. Leigh Vincour.

Duration:00:12:13

Leading the Way in Treating and Managing Posterior Urethral Valves (PUV)

10/26/2022
Lurie Children's nationally ranked Division of Urology oversees one of the most experienced Multidisciplinary Valves Program (MVP) Clinic in the country. Their focus is treating children with a rare urological condition known as posterior urethral valves. Affecting only boys, PUV affects about 1 in 5,000 births and can lead to extreme damage to the kidney and bladder. Lurie Children's urologist Dr. Ed Gong and kidney specialist Dr. Kavita Hodgkins run the valves program and talk with us...

Duration:00:13:16

Special Considerations for Seniors Using Cannabis

10/24/2022
In the second episode of our discussion on seniors, today we are focusing on the special considerations the people in this population should take when deciding to incorporate cannabis into their treatment plans. 70% of older adults have 2 or more chronic conditions, and almost 40% of all seniors take 5 or more prescriptions! So polypharmacy is very important here. Dr. Les Matthews & Dr. Leigh Vincour are back in this episode to go over how to prescribe cannabis for this more complex...

Duration:00:16:37

The Fastest Growing Segment of Medical Cannabis Patients are Seniors

10/17/2022
By 2030, it's estimated that 20% of the population will be over 65. And in the last 3 years, there has been a 75% increase in the number of seniors who are interested in medical cannabis. In fact, the average age at Dr. Vincour's practice is about 79-80 years old. So why are all of these seniors all of a sudden interested in using cannabis, and why? Dr. Les Matthews & Dr. Leigh Vincour are back in this episode to talk about why we are seeing this trend.

Duration:00:13:13