GI 101

Dec 04 2023 21 ep. 9 mins 4.7k
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Welcome to G.I. 101, a series of podcasts produced in the Division of Gastroenterology at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada. In this podcast series, we will be addressing common clinical problems that arise from the gastrointestinal tract. These podcasts are intended for medical students, medical residents and subspecialty gastroenterology fellows. We will be focusing in particular on problems related to gastrointestinal motility. We will also be discussing other common gastrointestinal conditions. Comments and suggestions for future episodes can be sent to: [email protected].

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What is new in Esophageal Motility Disorders

Dec 04 2023 17 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Adriana Lazarescu provides an update on the Chicago 4.0 Classification of Esophageal Motility Disorders.

What is new for treatment of chronic constipation?

Nov 14 2023 17 mins  
In this episode, Dr Daniel Sadowski discusses the newere therapies currently available for patients with chronic constipation.

What is new in Eosinophillic Esophagitis

Feb 03 2023 11 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Sadowski discusses new developments in the diagnosis and management of Eosinophilic Esophagitis.

Investigation of Refractory GERD

May 24 2016 11 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Lazarescu discusses the investigation of refractory GERD. 24 hr esophageal pH testing and 24 hr pH-Impedance testing are reviewed.

Narcotic Induced Constipation

May 12 2016 8 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Sadowski discusses the pathophysiology and treatment of chronic constipation induced by narcotic usage. New medications available for this problem are also reviewed.

The Prokinetic Drugs - Serotonin and Dopamine

Dec 13 2015 8 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Dan Sadowski reviews the serotonin and dopamine systems and how they influence the enteric nervous system. Medications that bind to various serotonin and dopamine receptors in the gut are reviewed.

Prokinetic Drugs - The Enteric Nervous System

Dec 13 2015 8 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Dan Sadowski reviews the enteric nervous system and how it governs gastrointestinal motility. The influence of serotonin, dopamine and endogenous opioid are discussed.

Introduction to GERD - Part 1

Jul 22 2015 8 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Dan Sadowski presents a case of gastroesophageal reflux disease. GERD mechanisms are reviewed along with diagnostic and treatment issues.

What is dumping syndrome?

Jul 22 2015 9 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Dan Sadowski describes a case of a young man with significant symptoms shortly after eating. The pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of dumping syndrome are reviewed.

A Case of Dysphagia

Jul 21 2015 10 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Dan Sadowski presents a case of dysphagia. A clinical approach to diagnosis and management is outlined.