Podcast Episode
#537 Hyperkalemia and Hypokalemia
The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast·The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast·1 September 2026·1h 19m
About this episode
I’m Going Bananas for This One!Learn how to formulate a framework while dealing with potassium disorders in patients with varying levels of kidney disease.We’re joined by Dr Joel Topf, (@kidney_boy) to explore how to navigate potassium disorders, develop etiology frameworks, and treat these patients.Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME
Show Segments
Intro
Rapid fire questions/Picks of the Week
Case 1: Hyperkalemia
How to Approach Patients with Hyperkalemia
Treatment Options for Hyperkalemia
Case 2: Hypokalemia
How to Approach Patients With Hypokalemia
Treatment Options for Hypokalemia
Case 3: Hyperkalemia in ESKD patients
How To Approach the Management in ESKD patients
Take Home Points
Outro
Credits
Producer, Writer, Show Notes, Infographics, & Cover Art: Sai S Achi MD MBA FACP
Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD
Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Technical Production: PodPaste
Guest: Joel Topf MD, FACP
Disclosures
Dr. Topf reports the following conflicts of interests: Advisor-Travere Therapeutics, Advisor-Otsuka, Advisor-Vera Therapeutics, Advisor-Novartis, Advisor-Vertex TherapeuticsThe Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. Sponsor: FIGS
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