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

Latest episodes

Not Just Wear & Tear: Approach to Osteoarthritis

September 27, 2026 · 13 min

Send us Fan Mail Osteoarthritis may not just be inevitable wear and tear of a joint. In this episode, we break down osteoarthritis, exploring joint mechanics, clinical presentation, and relevant investigations. Written by Dr. Aarabi…
Tracing the Leak: An Approach to Proteinuria

September 13, 2026 · 15 min

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we break down an approach to proteinuria, focusing on the interpretation of the urine dipstick, the urine ACR, and the urine PCR. Written by Dr. Ishmam Bhuiyan (Internal Medicine Resident at UBC). Reviewed…
High Stakes, with Low Pressures: An Updated Guide to ARDS

August 9, 2026 · 15 min

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss updates to diagnosing and managing Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Written by Dr. Jason Vaillancourt (Internal Medicine Resident) and Dr. Muralie Vignarajah (Internal Medicine…
Approach to Porphyria

July 26, 2026 · 17 min

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss an approach to porphyria. Written by Dr. Hannah Ramsay (Internal Medicine Resident). Reviewed by Dr. Karla Machlab (Hematology Fellow) and Dr. Zachary Liederman (Hematology Staff). Support the…
An Approach to Anaphylaxis

July 12, 2026 · 14 min

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss an approach to the acute management of anaphylaxis. Written by Dr. Jen Zheng (Internal Medicine Resident). Reviewed by Dr. Raymond Mak, (Allergist and Clinical Immunologist) and Dr. Matthew…
An Approach to Osteoporosis

June 28, 2026 · 22 min

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss a comprehensive approach to osteoporosis. Written by: Dr. Sharon Pritchard. Reviewed by: Dr. Nadine Vaninetti (Endocrinology) and Dr. Peter Gregory (General Internal Medicine). Support the show
More than Mouth Ulcers: An Approach to Behçet's Disease

June 14, 2026 · 18 min

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss how to recognize and manage Behçet's Disease. Written by Dr. Oswald Chen (Internal Medicine Resident). Reviewed by Dr. Alexa Smith, (Rheumatologist) and Dr. Allen Tran, (General…
Sickle Cell Disease and its Acute Complications

May 31, 2026 · 20 min

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss how to identify and manage the acute complications of sickle cell disease. Written by Dr. Yi Hui Luo (Internal Medicine Resident). Reviewed by Dr. Véronique Naessens (Hematologist) and Dr…