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Southern MedicineAuthor: Southern Medical Association
Southern medicine generally refers to the medical practices and traditions developed in the southern United States, particularly in the "Deep South." Conventional Western medicine, alternative medicine, and even traditional healing methods passed down through generations in Southern communities encompass the history of Southern medicine. Southern medicine encompasses diverse and evolving practices and beliefs passed down within southern communities. For more than 100 years, SMA has been committed to fostering the science and art of medicine through multidisciplinary, interprofessional (team-based) education. In support of this commitment, SMA has been accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for over 40 years. Language: en Genres: Education, Health & Fitness, Medicine Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Flashes and Floaters: Using POCUS to Detect Retinal Detachment in Primary Care
Sunday, 11 January, 2026
In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast," Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP explore a case involving a 56-year-old male who presented to his primary care provider with a two-day history of acute floaters and flashes of light in his left eye. They discuss the patient's medical history, including hypertension and mild cataracts, review exam findings with preserved visual acuity and limited fundoscopic visualization, and detail how ocular point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) was used to identify a retinal detachment at the bedside. The episode highlights how rapid recognition with POCUS led to same-day ophthalmology referral and prompt retinal repair, preventing progression to central vision loss. Dr. Tatiana Havryliuk is an emergency physician and founder of Hello Sono. With 15 years of experience using POCUS in diverse settings, from urban EDs to Everest Base Camp, she is dedicated to extending its benefits to more patients. With Hello Sono, she and her team support practices in building compliant, high-quality, and profitable POCUS programs through tailored education and implementation.
