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Common sense and original thinking in bio-medicine A platform for diverse views and debate www.sensible-med.com

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Recent Guests

John Mandrola
Cardiology clinician and commentator
Cardiology
Episode: This Fortnight in Medicine XXXIII
Andrew Floyd
Cardiology clinician
Cardiology
Episode: This Fortnight in Medicine XXXIII
John Ioannidis
Guest expert, referenced as a prolific advocate for rigorous interpretation of observational data
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Episode: Lecture 3: How Not to Be Fooled - VP's Intro
Vinay Prasad
Trial appraisal expert
Episode: This Fortnight in Medicine XXVI
Shantanu Nundy
Former Chief Health Officer at Accolade; AI and medicine innovator
Accolade (former)
Episode: Going Beyond "AI in Medicine"
Andrew Foy
Fellow medical conservative and co-author
Episode: This Fortnight in Medicine X
Professor Jeffrey Flier
Former Dean of Harvard Medical School
Harvard Medical School
Episode: A Conversation with Professor Jeffrey Flier Regarding Changes in NIH Funding
Michael Easter
Journalist and author of 'The Comfort Crisis' and 'Scarcity Brain'
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Episode: A Conversation with Michael Easter from the TWO/PERCENT
Dr. Adam Cifu
General internist and co-founder of Sensible Medicine
Sensible Medicine
Episode: Adam Cifu Interviewed by Michael Easter on the TWO/PERCENT Substack and Podcast

Hosts

Adam Cifu
Host of the show; clinician and researcher; frequent co-host and thought leader in medical discourse.
Vinay Prasad
Co-host, clinician-scientist known for critical appraisal of medical literature and bias in trials.
John Mandrola
Host/Co-host with cardiology specialization; frequent panelist in medical debates.
Andrew Foy
Co-host with infectious disease expertise; contributes to trial critique and clinical context discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 223 ratings
  • Critical appraisal reviews

    Sensible Medicine is the most important podcast to help consumers of research figure out the real conclusions. Thank you doctors!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    djwits
    United States2 months ago
  • Antiscience and ideology dressed up as evidence based medicine

    Totally right wing skewed world view trying to pass as neutral EBM

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LM3151
    Brazil3 months ago
  • Good work

    Excellent work. Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    docfred7601
    United States7 months ago
  • Great info for the lay public

    I recommend this podcast for people who are not doctors. There is some great health and medical information here. I particularly like Adam Cifu and wish he were my doctor.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DianeW98683
    United Statesa year ago
  • Two separate podcasts

    The medical panel discussions which examine and critique current medical issues is distinctly separate and very much a different experience than the poetic Friday Reflections by Adam Cifu. I would very much like to see them in separate podcast titles.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    iPad Paul
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Discussions can be very balanced; I appreciate the focus on interpretation over sensationalism.
The show is a breath of fresh air for medical discourse, with honest debates and practical insights.
Listeners praise accessible but rigorous analysis of study design and real-world applicability.
Sensible Medicine provides clear, evidence-based medicine discussions that help lay readers understand complex trials.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#234
Australia/Science
Apple Podcasts
#133
Poland/Science
Apple Podcasts
#179
Israel/Science
Apple Podcasts
#247
Colombia/Science

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

This Fortnight in Medicine XV
Q: What should be done regarding coronary artery calcium scoring in low-risk individuals?
Coronary artery calcium scoring is generally not recommended for truly low-risk individuals as it unlikely adds incremental benefit.
This Fortnight in Medicine XV
Q: Is a statin really needed for someone with high lipoprotein(a) even though it doesn't specifically lower it?
Statins may not be necessary solely for high lipoprotein(a) levels as their predictive effect is quite small in isolation.
This Fortnight in Medicine XV
Q: Have you ever suggested a patient use DMSO, or would you suggest its use perhaps an adjunct with an existing remedy?
DMSO seems to be only effective in intra-visicular infusions and doesn't have much support for other uses.
This Fortnight in Medicine XV
Q: Should I stay on my blood thinner, eloquence or get a watchman?
You should stay on your blood thinner as watchman is not quite ready for prime time.
Ask Us Anything
Q: Considering rare cancers or other rare conditions, how do we make progress with only a few patients available for study?
Randomized control trials are possible for rare tumors, and the biggest barrier is often not the rarity itself but rather the willingness of institutions to collaborate and share data.

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A group of medical professionals and researchers regularly critique current research, discuss trial design, endpoints, and real-world applicability, and share practical practice insights. Episodes emphasize evidence-based medicine, critical appraisal of journals, and thoughtful debate about how data should influence patient care, with a recurring focus on trial methodology, publication practices, and translating findings into everyday clinical decisions. The format often blends rigorous analysis with accessible discussion, making complex methodological issues approachable for clinicians, researchers, and educated lay listeners. Notable moments include tackling endpoint choices, bias in publishing, and the balance between innovation and prud... more

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2. Andrew Floyd
3. John Ioannidis
4. Vinay Prasad
5. Shantanu Nundy
6. Andrew Foy
7. Professor Jeffrey Flier
8. Michael Easter

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