Annals On Call Podcast

American College of Physicians

Type 2 Diabetes

Chronic Kidney Disease

Weight Loss

Annals Of Internal Medicine

Atrial Fibrillation

Gout

Artificial Intelligence

Obesity

ACE Inhibitors

Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition Disease

Heart Failure

Diagnostic Reasoning

Dulaglutide

Medical Education

Sepsis

SGLT2 Inhibitors

Cystatin C

Kratom

Infectious Disease

American College Of Physicians

Each Annals On Call podcast features Dr. Bob Centor discussing and debating a clinically influential article published in Annals of Internal Medicine with a guest expert.

285 ratings

Publishes	Twice monthly	Episodes	203	Founded	8 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	MedicineHealth & Fitness

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Artificial Intelligence Risk Accountability and the Clinician's Role

Dr. Centor discusses the clinician's role when using artificial intelligence in patient care with Dr. Andrew Parsons.

2 Nov 2026 • 22 min

Carvedilol Versus Other Nonselective Beta-Blockers in Cirrhosis

Dr. Centor discusses the use of carvedilol in patients with cirrhosis with Drs. Kueiyu Joshua Lin and Tracey G. Simon.

19 Oct 2026 • 21 min • Most popular

Tirzepatide Versus Intensified Conventional Care for Poorly Controlled Type 2 Diabetes

Dr. Centor discusses the use of tirzepatide in the treatment of type 2 diabetes with Dr. Bryan Batch.

5 Oct 2026 • 23 min

Revitalizing Primary Care Internal Medicine

Dr. Centor discusses the revitalization of primary care internal medicine with Drs. Sara Fazio and Kelly Graham.

14 Sep 2026 • 36 min

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Recent Guests

Tracey G. Simon

Hepatologist at Massachusetts General Hospital

Massachusetts General Hospital

Episode: Carvedilol Versus Other Nonselective Beta-Blockers in Cirrhosis

Kueiyu Joshua Lin

Pharmacoepidemiologist at Harvard

Harvard

Episode: Carvedilol Versus Other Nonselective Beta-Blockers in Cirrhosis

Bryan Batch

Professor of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Nutrition, Duke University School of Medicine; Chief of Medicine, Durham VA

Duke University School of Medicine; Durham VA Medical Center

Episode: Tirzepatide Versus Intensified Conventional Care for Poorly Controlled Type 2 Diabetes

Kelly Graham

Harvard-affiliated general internist and medical educator at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Harvard Medical School; Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Episode: Revitalizing Primary Care Internal Medicine

Sara Fazio

Professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Harvard Medical School; Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Episode: Revitalizing Primary Care Internal Medicine

Adam Rodman

Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School and Medical Educator at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Harvard Medical School; Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Episode: Is Artificial Intelligence Eroding Clinical Competence?

Dr. Alexander Leung

Clinical Endocrinologist and Associate Professor at the University of Calgary

University of Calgary

Episode: Confirmatory Testing for Primary Aldosteronism

Gustave Weiland

Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine

Episode: Prior Authorization: Where Does the Authority Lie?

John A. Batsis

Geriatrician and clinical researcher focusing on aging, obesity, sarcopenia, physical functioning, and healthier aging in older adults

Episode: Changes in Body Composition With Weight Loss Interventions

Host

Dr. Bob Centor

Professor Emeritus at the University of Alabama at Birmingham; host of the show, frequently described as affiliated with Annals On Call/Annals of Internal Medicine.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 285 ratings

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kiahamid
United States9 months ago
Disrespect
Its incredible there was not much research on the requirements to become a nurse practitioner which is at least a minimum of 7-10 years one must be an rn with experience before even applying to no school. No one is saying that nps are going to outsource MDs its disrespectful not to give each role respect where its due you compared NP training to the pa which is misleading its totally different clinical experience. NP clinical hours are direct contact with patients alongside a mentor who gives yo... more
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VaneG🇨🇴
United Statesa year ago
Please hire a professional reader
As a practitioner I rely on podcasts such as JAMA, NEJM and several others to help stay current. Annals is nearly indecipherable from an auditory perspective compared to the dozen or so I listen to regularly
PLEASE HIRE A PROFESSIONAL READER
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The Journal fan
United Statesa year ago
Advanced practice providers
I listened to the most recent podcast on APPs and taking the place of primary care physicians. I do think physicians have much more intensive training and just more training in general. The one thing that bothered me was NP training. One of the biggest differences between NPs and PAs is clinical experience. To become an NP you must first have a bachelor’s degree in nursing and be a licensed RN. Nursing school can be fairly intense, and while you still don’t have the education of a physic... more
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Kathi, NP
United Statesa year ago
No longer EBM
This show was good when it was evidence-based medicine. What I heard today was 30 mins of non EBM, just opinions. Better options if you are looking for thoughtful opinions.
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KaleyOne
United Statesa year ago

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High-quality, concise, and teaching-focused content for busy clinicians.

Guests consistently bring credible, evidence-based perspectives.

Thoughtful, clinically relevant discussions with practical insights for interns and residents.

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Apple Podcasts	#116	United States/Health & Fitness/Medicine
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Carvedilol Versus Other Nonselective Beta-Blockers in Cirrhosis

Q: What would you tell clinicians about using carvedilol in patients with cirrhosis? When do you start, and why are patients probably going to get better results?

The researchers recommend considering a switch for patients already taking and tolerating another nonselective beta blocker, and initiating treatment in patients with clinically significant portal hypertension. Liver stiffness measurements can help identify higher-risk patients with compensated cirrhosis, and carvedilol may offer greater benefit than nadolol or propranolol.

Carvedilol Versus Other Nonselective Beta-Blockers in Cirrhosis

Q: Why did you do the study?

Carvedilol had been shown in small clinical trials to reduce portal pressure more effectively than other nonselective beta blockers, but its impact on major clinical outcomes had not been established in a large population. The researchers used real-world evidence to compare outcomes.

Tirzepatide Versus Intensified Conventional Care for Poorly Controlled Type 2 Diabetes

Q: How should this influence what clinicians do when they diagnose early diabetes or encounter patients with early disease, and can results be extrapolated to patients with longer-standing diabetes?

The discussion suggests broadening focus beyond sole glycemic targets to include cardiovascular and renal risk, consideration of GLP‑1 and dual agonist therapies early in the disease for eligible patients, and using a patient-centered approach that weighs efficacy, safety, and accessibility for each individual.

Revitalizing Primary Care Internal Medicine

Q: What concrete changes do you propose to fix the hidden curriculum and boost primary care training?

Proposals include restructuring GME funding to support primary care clinics, implementing long, immersive continuity clinics in residency, expanding community-based training with proper compensation, and enhancing EHR and administrative workflows to reduce burnout and allow clinicians to focus on patient care and education.

Revitalizing Primary Care Internal Medicine

Q: What is the core problem behind the shortage of primary care clinicians according to your discussion?

The shortage stems from structural and financial disincentives in training and practice, a persistent hidden curriculum of prestige that devalues primary care, and a lack of investment in infrastructure and rewarding career pathways that would keep trainees in primary care. The speakers emphasize the need for national investment, better incentives, and immersive training experiences to reverse this trend.

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Clinically focused discussions center on influential internal medicine articles, with a host and guest expert unpacking data, gaps, and real-world implications. Topics often span treatment decisions, guidelines, and how evidence translates into practice, with attention to ethics, policy, and the healthcare system. A notable strength is bringing together seasoned clinicians, researchers, and policy-minded guests to dissect complex issues, from obesity and weight management to hyponatremia, pneumonia management, and diagnostic challenges in neurology and geriatrics. The format tends to blend case-based storytelling, data interpretation, and practical takeaways for primary care and hospitalists, making it valuable for practitioners seeking evi... more

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1. Tracey G. Simon
2. Kueiyu Joshua Lin
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4. Kelly Graham
5. Sara Fazio
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7. Dr. Alexander Leung
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