#269 Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS) and the Didgeridoo with Dr Aneesa Das

Does obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS) give you respiratory distress? Are you baffled by bilevel? The wait is over! Learn all the ins and outs about OHS from Dr. Aneesa Das, @AneesaDas , a sleep specialist and pulmonologist at The Ohio State University ! You’ll learn tips and tricks regarding the diagnosis and management of OHS, the important role PCPs can play, and why on earth we’re discussing the didgeridoo ! Free CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org ! Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | Swag! | Top Picks | Mailing List | thecurbsiders@gmail.com | Free CME! Credits Written and Produced by: Cyrus Askin, MD Infographic: Cyrus Askin, MD Cover Art: Kate Grant MBChb, MRCGP Hosts: Cyrus Askin, MD; Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP; Stuart Brigham MD Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD Editor: Matthew Watto, MD (written materials); Clair Morgan of nodderly.com Guest: Aneesa Das, MD Sponsor: The American College of Physicians Join the American College of Physicians today! Post-training physicians can take advantage of a special limited-time $100 dues discount. Visit acponline.org/acp100 and use the code CURBSIDERS . Membership discount is available only until May 31, 2021. Sponsor: Birch by Helix birchliving.com/curb Birch is giving $200 dollars off ALL mattresses and 2 free eco-rest pillows at birchliving.com/curb Sponsor: HRSA National Health Service Corps NHSC.HRSA.gov Applications will be accepted through May 6. Visit NHSC.HRSA.gov to learn about eligibility and the application process. CME Partner: VCU Health CE The Curbsiders are partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Visit curbsiders.vcuhealth.org . Show Segments Intro, disclaimer, guest bio Guest one-liner Picks of the Week Case from Kashlak Basic risk factors for OHS and red flags That pathophysiologic trifecta Physical Exam & History - OHS Surveys and specific testing Labs and other tests (PFTs, Echo, and more) OSA, OHS, and Central Sleep Apnea Treating OSA: CPAP vs Bilevel The importance of weight loss Keys for inpatient management Perioperative considerations Take-home points Outro