In this episode, we are joined by two Blue Ribbon Panel members (Dr. Julie Paik and Dr. Angus Worthing) to recap the results of RheumMadness 2023. Plus, we hear from Dr. Nina Couette to review all the RheumMadness-related content on theMednet.o

3.7 Who's Your Champion?

Mar 15th, 2023 36m 22s

For this episode, we invited anyone who wanted to join us for a live group discussion about the All Star Season. The result? Our first international guest on the podcast, two more fellow scouting report authors, and a ton of fun. Plus, hear

3.6 Bracketology - Right Side (Part 2)

Mar 4th, 2023 28m 2s

In this episode, we discuss the right side of the bracket for RheumMadness 2023 with the scouting report authors. (Part 2 of 2)RheumMadness website: https://sites.duke.edu/rheummadness/Intro/outro music:Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https

3.5 Bracketology - Right Side (Part 1)

Mar 4th, 2023 17m 47s

In this episode, we discuss the right side of the bracket for RheumMadness 2023 with the scouting report authors. (Part 1 of 2)RheumMadness website: https://sites.duke.edu/rheummadness/Intro/outro music:Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https

3.4 Bracketology - Left Side (Part 2)

Feb 25th, 2023 16m 58s

In this episode, we discuss the left side of the bracket for RheumMadness 2023 with the scouting report authors. (Part 2 of 2)RheumMadness website: https://sites.duke.edu/rheummadness/Intro/outro music:Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https:

3.3 Bracketology - Left Side (Part 1)

Feb 25th, 2023 26m 32s

In this episode, we discuss the left side of the bracket for RheumMadness 2023 with the scouting report authors. (Part 1 of 2)RheumMadness website: https://sites.duke.edu/rheummadness/Intro/outro music:Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https:

3.2 RheumMadness is Here!

Feb 22nd, 2023 25m 19s

In this podcast, we introduce the RheumMadness 2023 tournament and describe how to play.RheumMadness Website: https://sites.duke.edu/rheummadness/Intro/outro music:Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3495-c

3.1 The All Star Season

Sep 8th, 2022 5m 56s

In RheumMadness 2023, EVERYONE can apply to write a scouting report about ANY TEAM that they think is worthy of the title.Learn how to apply here:https://sites.duke.edu/rheummadness/If you'd like to write a scouting report but don't have a grou

2.9 Final Recap & Thank You

Apr 8th, 2022 22m 35s

In this episode, we reflect on RheumMadness 2022 with members of our leadership team and a Blue Ribbon Panel member (Belinda Birnbaum). RheumMadness 2022 Post-Survey: https://duke.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cMjmiMoQNP0XKGWLearn more about Vote-E

2.8 Recap of Rounds 1 & 2

Apr 1st, 2022 17m 5s

In this episode, we recap the first two rounds of RheumMadness 2022. We are joined by a Blue Ribbon Panelist (Iman Qaiser) who shares what it's been like to be on the panel. Hosts: David Leverenz, Assistant Professor at DukeIman Qaiser, Blue Ri

2.7 RheumMadness is Here!

Mar 16th, 2022 6m 51s

Everything you need to know about the RheumMadness tournament.Find the scouting reports and submit a bracket here:https://www.tourneytopia.com/rheummadness/tournamentIntro and Outro music:Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.

2.6 People Region

Mar 11th, 2022 43m 6s

In this episode, we discuss the teams in the People region of the RheumMadness 2022 Tournament. Our DEI discussion topic is disparities in reproductive health care in rheumatology.Hosts: David Leverenz (Assistant Professor at Duke), Lauren He (

2.5 Machines Region

Mar 4th, 2022 45m 57s

In this episode, we discuss the teams in the Machines region of the RheumMadness 2022 Tournament. Our DEI discussion topic is disparities in pediatric rheumatology.Hosts: David Leverenz (Assistant Professor at Duke), Malki Peskin (pediatric rhe

2.4 Animal House Region

Feb 21st, 2022 27m 23s

In this episode, we discuss the teams in the Animal House region of the 2022 RheumMadness Tournament. Our DEI discussion topic is disparities in osteoarthritis and gout.Hosts: David Leverenz (Assistant Professor of Medicine at Duke), Ben Kellog

2.3 Cells Region

Feb 14th, 2022 41m 6s

In this episode, we discuss the teams in the Cells region of the 2022 RheumMadness Tournament. Our DEI discussion topic is increasing diversity in rheumatology clinical trials.Hosts: David Leverenz (Assistant Professor of Medicine at Duke), Guy

2.2 Primer for RheumMadness 2022

Jan 24th, 2022 30m 33s

In this episode, we give a preview of the regions that will be in the RheumMadness 2022 bracket. Our DEI discussion topic is the need to increase diversity in rheumatology training.Hosts: David Leverenz, Lisa Criscione-Schreiber, Guy Katz, Cour

2.1 We're Back!

Jul 14th, 2021 4m 12s

A quick update on our plans for RheumMadness 2022. Don't worry - we are still going strong!To learn more about RheumMadness:RheumMadness Website: https://sites.duke.edu/rheummadnessArticle in the Rheumatologist: https://www.the-rheumatologist.

15. Thank You & What's Next

Apr 7th, 2021 27m 5s

In this episode, we are joined by the one and only Dr. Matt Sparks, co-creator of NephMadness, the game that started it all and one of our primary mentors in making RheumMadness. We are also joined by the entire RheumMadness leadership team: Ak

14. Tournament Recap: Rounds 1 and 2

Mar 31st, 2021 30m 51s

In this episode, Drs. David Leverenz, Lisa Criscione-Schreiber, Akrithi Udupa, and Guy Katz discuss the results of the first two rounds of RheumMadness and look forward to the IgG Four and the Interleukin Two matchups. We discuss:-RheumMadness

13. SLE & ANCA Scouting Reports

Mar 20th, 2021 26m 31s

In this episode, the fantastic Dr. Lisa Criscione-Schreiber (crucial mentor for the RheumMadness team) reads out the scouting reports for the SLE & ANCA regions of the tournament. Feel free to skip this episode if you've already read the repo

12. Misc. & Small but Mighty Scouting Reports

Mar 20th, 2021 23m 20s

In this episode, the fantastic Dr. Lisa Criscione-Schreiber (crucial mentor for the RheumMadness team) reads out the scouting reports for the Miscellaneous and Small but Mighty regions of the tournament. Feel free to skip this episode if you'

11. Steroids & MSK Scouting Reports

Mar 17th, 2021 34m 40s

In this episode, we read the scouting reports on the teams in the steroids & MSK regions of the tournament. Feel free to skip this episode if you've already read the reports. Find the reports and learn more about RheumMadness here: https://si

10. RA & Gout Scouting Reports

Mar 17th, 2021 26m 19s

In this episode, we read the scouting reports on the RA and gout teams in the tournament. Feel free to skip this episode if you've already read the reports. Find the reports and learn more about RheumMadness here: https://sites.duke.edu/rheum

9. RheumMadness Explainer

Mar 17th, 2021 5m 26s

New to RheumMadness? Want to submit a bracket but don't know where to start? Listen to this episode for a brief explainer on how RheumMadness works. Learn more about RheumMadness here: https://sites.duke.edu/rheummadness/Intro and Outro musi

8. Bracketology Part 2

Mar 10th, 2021 32m 35s

In this episode David Leverenz, Aki Udupa, Didem Saygin, and Guy Katz discuss the second half of the RheumMadness bracket. The first half was covered in the previous episode (Bracketology Part 1). You can learn more about RheumMadness here: h