Review the 2021 USPSTF Guidelines on Colorectal Cancer (CRC) screening with our guest, Dr. Michael Barry (vice-chair of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force). Topics include a breakdown of testing modalities (stool tests versus direct visualization), screening ages, what to do for patients older than 75, and more!

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Credits

Written and Produced by: Elena Gibson MD
Cover Art and Infographic: Elena Gibson MD
Hosts: Stuart Brigham MD; Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Reviewer: Matthew Watto MD
Editor: Matthew Watto MD (written materials); Clair Morgan of nodderly.com
Guest: Michael Barry MD

Sponsor: Indeed indeed.com/internalmedicine

CME Partner: VCU Health CE
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Show Segments

Intro, disclaimer, guest bio
Guest one-liner
Benefits of CRC screening
How to choose a testing modality
Testing in adults over 75 years old
Health disparities in CRC screening
Outro

#283 CRC Screening: USPSTF Update with Dr. Michael Barry

The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

#283 CRC Screening: USPSTF Update with Dr. Michael Barry