2014 Archive
Caregiving Seminar: At the End of the Day, How Can I Care for Myself? Identifying Resources and Coping Skills for Healthcare Professionals
Sponsored by Cancer Prevention Institute of California, Stanford Health Library, Stanford Hospital and Clinics, Stanford Cancer Institute
January 9, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion
Forgive for Good Workshop
Presented by Stanford Center for Integrative Medicine
The workshop is led by Dr. Frederic Luskin, director of the Stanford Forgiveness Project and author of Forgive for Good, published by Harper Collins. The importance of practicing forgiveness has been extolled for centuries, but only recently has research demonstrated that forgiveness can reduce anger and depression as well as enhance hopefulness and self-efficacy. This workshop series has four sessions of lecture and discussion interspersed with guided practice of forgiveness tools. The format is not intended as group therapy but rather to teach self-care skills to heal old wounds and prevent new ones.
Instructor: Frederic Luskin, PhD Director of the Stanford University Forgiveness Project
January 14 - February 4, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
When is a Senior Moment Just a Senior Moment? The Latest on Alzheimer’s Disease Research
Presented by Stanford Health Library
Each of us experiences changes in memory and thinking as we age. Exciting new research opens windows onto early and accurate diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and brings hope for new therapies that may help.
Speaker: Geoffrey A. Kerchner, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor of Neurology and
Neurological Sciences, Stanford Center
for Memory Disorders, Stanford University
School of Medicine
January 23, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Robotic Surgery for Gynecologic Cancer
Presented by The Stanford Gynecologic Cancer Program
This talk focused on the very current robotic surgical techniques used for treating ovarian, endometrial and cervical cancers and its advantages and outcomes.
Speaker:
Amer Karam, MD
Associate Clinical Professor, Associate
Director Division of Gynecologic Oncology,
Stanford Hospital and Clinics
January 30, 2014
Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center | 326 Galvez Street, Stanford 94305
The Art of Diagnosis: Getting to the Root of Complex Medical Problems
Presented by Stanford Health Library
Diagnosing mysterious medical cases has captured the imagination of the general populace through shows like House, MD. At Stanford, a real-life diagnostic clinic called the Consultative Medicine Clinic has been started by Dr. Bryant Lin. In his lecture, he discussed how a real-life diagnostic clinic compares to TV, explained the traditional diagnostic process and reviewed a few interesting cases. He also described new methods he is testing to assist in complex diagnosis.
Speaker:
Bryant Lin, MD
Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine –
General Medical Disciplines, Stanford
University School of Medicine
February 6, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Coming to Terms with Where You Are: Finding Peace in the Midst of Chaos
Part of the Healthy Strides Ernest Rosenbaum Cancer Survivorship Lecture Series. Presented by the Cancer Supportive Care Program
The Ernest Rosenbaum Cancer Survivorship Lecture Series is open to all cancer patients and their support. The series covers topics relevant to physical, emotional and practical issues of cancer patients in any phase of treatment and survivorship.
Speaker: Sangeeta Agarawal, MS, RN, CAS
February 13, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Hearing, Hearing Loss, and Current Technology
Presented by Stanford Health Library
This talk covered hearing, hearing loss, the causes of hearing loss, especially age-related hearing loss, and what can be done about it. Current hearing aids were described including the many effective improvements they provide. After this comprehensive explanation of current devices, anticipated future interventions were described and explained.
Speaker:
Gerald R Popelka, PhD
Professor and Chief of Audiology,
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at
Stanford University Medical Center
February 20, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Pelvic Pain
Presented by Stanford Health Library
Pelvic pain affects both women and men. This talk discussed common causes of pelvic pain as well as associated symptoms and treatment options from the perspective of a pain medicine specialist. A range of causes spanning urology, gynecology, and gastroenterology were discussed.
Speaker:
Jennifer Hah, MD, MS
Instructor, Stanford Pain Management
Center
February 20, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Non-Pharmacological Treatment of Pain
Presented by Stanford Health Library
In addition to medications, there are other modalities that people can use to help reduce and manage their chronic pain. This talk focused on some of these methods.
Speaker:
Ravi Prasad, PhD
Clinical Associate Professor, Anesthesiology,
Perioperative and Pain Medicine,
Stanford University Medical Center
February 27, 2014
Stanford Health Library| Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Chronic Sinusitis
Presented by Stanford Health Library
Nasal and sinus problems are among the most common health conditions for which patients seek medical attention. Rhinosinusitis is the number one selfreported chronic health condition in the United States, affecting between 30 and 40 million people each year. This talk explored current evidence based updates on the medical and surgical management of chronic rhinosinusitis.
Speaker:
Jennifer Lee, MD
Clinical Assistant Professor,
Otolaryngology, (Head and Neck Surgery)
Stanford University Medical Center
March 13, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Bowed Legs, Knock Knees and Pigeon Toes in Children: What’s Normal and What’s Not
Presented by Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital and Stanford Health Library
This talk provided an orthopaedic perspective on bowed legs, knock knees, in-toeing and out-toeing in children.
Speaker:
Jeffrey Young, MD
Clinical Assistant Professor,
Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University
Medical Center
March 20, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
The Healthful Properties of Spices and How to Add Them to Your Diet
Part of the Healthy Strides Ernest Rosenbaum Cancer Survivorship Lecture Series. Presented by the Cancer Supportive Care Program.
The Ernest Rosenbaum Cancer Survivorship Lecture Series is open to all cancer patients and their support. The series covers topics relevant to physical, emotional and practical issues of cancer patients in any phase of treatment and survivorship.
Speaker: Alison Ryan, RD, MS
March 27, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Diagnosing and Treating Anxiety and Depression in Mid to Late Life
Cognitive and Affective Function in Late LifePresented by Stanford Health Library
Depression and anxiety are two of the most common psychiatric problems among older adults and frequently co-occur. Additionally they may be related to the cognitive functioning of an individual. This talk covered the general traits of anxiety and depression, their relationship to cognition, and how they are treated in the older adult.
Speaker:
Ruth O’Hara, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Director, National
Fellowship Program in Advanced
Psychiatry and Psychology Department
of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences,
Stanford University School of Medicine
April 17, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
New and Emerging Treatments for Lymphedema
Presented by Stanford Health Library
Lymphedema is the swelling that occurs when a blockage in the lymphatic system prevents the lymph fluid in the arm or leg from draining adequately. As the fluid accumulates, the swelling continues. It frequently follows surgery for cancer and is an ongoing challenge for the patient. This talk by the Director of the Lymphedema Clinic focuses on the new and emerging treatments for this condition.
Speaker:
Stanley Rockson, MD
Chief of Consultative Cardiology; Allan and
Tina Neill Professor of Lymphatic Research
and Medicine; Professor of Medicine,
Director, Center for Lymphatic and Venous
Disorders, Stanford University School of
Medicine
April 24, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Diagnosing and Treating Cataracts
Presented by Stanford Health Library
Cataract, a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision, is one of the most common disorders of the eye. Most cataracts are related to aging. By age 80, more than half of all Americans either have a cataract or have had cataract surgery. This talk focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of cataracts including new surgical techniques for the condition.
Speaker:
Artis Montague, MD PhD
Clinical Associate Professor,
Ophthalmology, Stanford University School
of Medicine
May 1, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Update on Strokes: Understanding the Symptoms, Treatment and Preventive Care for Stroke
Presented by Stanford Stroke Center and Stanford Health Library
Understanding stroke is important to its prevention and rapid treatment. The Stanford Stroke Center has pioneered major advances in medical therapies for treating and preventing stroke, innovative neurosurgical techniques for stroke prevention and ground-breaking interventional neuroradiologic procedures. This talk covers these topics and more.
Speaker:
Gregory W. Albers, MD
Director, Stanford Stroke Center and
Coyote Foundation Professor of Neurology
and Neurological Sciences, Stanford
University School of Medicine
May 15, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Long Term Care
Presented by HICAP (Santa Clara County Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program) and Stanford Health Library
As aging adults look to the future, questions regarding long term care abound. Long term care provides assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and eating. It is neither medical nor is it independent living. This talk addressed long term care options, including the types of plans available, payment options, including the role insurance can play, home care and facility-based care. Nothing is being sold or referred.
Speaker:
Don Rush
HICAP Counselor
May 22, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Mental Health Improvements Through Early Detection and Intervention
Presented by Stanford Health Library
While there is still no cure for schizophrenia, treatments have been developed that help reduce many symptoms of the disease. There are many medications now available to help treat schizophrenia. Perhaps most important is to address schizophrenia as soon as it is detected. Early treatment has been shown to be effective in limiting the development and severity of symptoms.
Speaker: Steven Adelsheim, MD, Clinical Professor, Psychiatry & Behavioral Science, Stanford University School of Medicine
June 5, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Advances in Cervical Cancer Screening and Treatment
Presented by Stanford Gynecologic Cancer Program
Speaker:
Shannon
MacLaughlan-David, MD Clinical Assistant Professor, Obstetrics
& Gynecology – Gynecologic Oncology,
Stanford University School of Medicine
June 12, 2014
Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
Sleep Better: Tips and Tools You Can Use
Part of the Healthy Strides Ernest Rosenbaum Cancer Survivorship Lecture Series. Presented by the Cancer Supportive Care Program
This workshop is filled with valuable information to help you sleep better and develop a healthy sleep routine. We will help you with some simple tools for better sleep, including yoga, nutrition, meditation, diet and lifestyle, and herbal teas. We will also discuss some of the latest sleep studies, smart phone applications and more - there is something for everyone.
Speaker:
Sangeeta Agarawal, MS, RN, CAS
June 19, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
In Sickness As In Health: Helping Couples Cope with the Complexities of Illness
Part of the Healthy Strides Ernest Rosenbaum Cancer Survivorship Lecture Series. Presented by the Cancer Supportive Care Program
If you're part of a couple, cancer is never a solo flight. When illness and injury occur, the condition resides in one person's body but it is two lives that are dislocated. Barbara Kivowitz will expand our sense of what happens to couples when illness becomes the unwanted third partner in the relationship and will offer powerful strategies for helping couples live with illness. She will discuss how couples can work as a team to best engage their own strengths and the resources of the system; and why, and how, providers should engage the partner in the treatment.
Speaker:
Barbara Kivowitz, MSW
August 14, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Advancing the Standard of Care for Prostate Cancer
Learn about the latest screening and treatment advancements for prostate cancer.
Speakers: Eila Skinner, MD; Jim
Brooks, MD; Ben Chung, MD; Mark
Buyyounouski, MD; Sandy Srinivas, MD
September 6, 2014
Sheraton Palo Alto
Cancer Survivorship: A Role for Integrative Medicine
Part of the Healthy Strides Ernest Rosenbaum Cancer Survivorship Lecture Series. Presented by the Cancer Supportive Care Program
This lecture provides cancer survivors and their support networks with a basic understanding of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) and Integrative Medicine (IM) principles and practices. Dr. Kim discusses how IM and various CAM modalities might best be applied to support patients and their caregivers in all stages of care.
Speaker:
Sue Kim, MD, MS, DABMA
September 18, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
South Asians and Heart Disease
Presented by Stanford Health Library
Coronary artery disease (CAD) strikes earlier in life and in a higher percentage of South Asians compared to other ethnic groups. This talk reviews the incidence of CAD in South Asians living both here and abroad, as well as the primary mechanisms believed to underlie this risk. It will also detail the ongoing efforts of Stanford’s recently launched South Asian Translational Heart Initiative (SSATHI), which is a clinic and research program dedicated to reducing the burden of CAD in this population.
Speaker:
Rajesh Dash, MD, PhD Assistant Professor of Medicine
(Cardiovascular Medicine), Stanford
University School of Medicine
September 25, 2014
Arrillaga Alumni Center
Forgive for Good: The Art and Science of Forgiveness
Presented by The Stanford Health Improvement ProgramThe workshop is led by Dr. Frederic Luskin,
director of the Stanford Forgiveness Project
and author of Forgive for Good, published
by Harper Collins.
The importance of
practicing forgiveness has been extolled
for centuries, but only recently has
research demonstrated that forgiveness
can reduce anger and depression as well
as enhance hopefulness and self-efficacy.
This workshop series has four sessions of
lecture and discussion interspersed with
guided practice of forgiveness tools. The
format is not intended as group therapy but
rather to teach self-care skills to heal old
wounds and prevent new ones.
Instructor: Frederic Luskin, PhD Director, Stanford University Forgiveness Project
September 30 - October 21, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Cancer Supportive Care: Fatigue Management
Part of the Healthy Strides Ernest Rosenbaum Cancer Survivorship Lecture Series. Presented by the Cancer Supportive Care Program
Frustrated about feeling tired? Learn what you can do to manage fatigue and find support. This talk offers tips and tools from ancient wisdom to the latest evidence based research to assist you with finding natural ways to feel more energetic and focused.
Speaker:
Kelly Bugos, MS, NP
October 2, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Preventing or Delaying Type 2 Diabetes
Part One of a Three Part Series
Type 2 diabetes, formerly called adult-onset diabetes, is the most common type of the disease, affecting 95 percent of people with diabetes. Type 2 diabetes affects people at any age, even during childhood. However, this type of diabetes develops most often in middle-aged and older people, and those who are overweight and inactive.
Speaker: Bryant Lin, MD Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine – General Medicine Disciplines, Stanford University School of Medicine
October 2, 2014
Arrillaga Alumni Center
Latest Advancements in Breast Cancer
Learn from Stanford Medicine physicians about:
- Genetic testing and high risk screening options
- Mammography, tomosynthesis, MRI and other technologies driving early detection
- Advances in treatments and adjunct therapies to surgery
Mark D. Pegram, MD | Breast Medical Oncologist Amanda Wheeler, MD | Breast Surgery
Rahim Nazerali, MD, MHS | Reconstructive Plastic Surgery Jafi Lipson, MD | Radiology Breast Imaging Courtney Rowe-Teeter, CGC | Cancer Genetics
October 16, 2014
24th Annual Jonathan J. King Lectureship
A gifted computer scientist by profession, but a philosopher by inclination, Jonathan J. King was above all a humanist with a deep concern for the dignity of individuals. Jonathan King died of cancer on April 8, 1991, at the age of 41. This lectureship was established in his honor, to encourage the compassionate and humane care of all patients.Discussing Palliative Care Earlier: A Conversation between
Timothy E Quill, MD and Paul Kalanithi,MD
Speakers: Timothy E. Quill, MD, FACP, FAAHPMTimothy E. Quill, MD, is a professor of Medicine, Psychiatry, and Medical Humanities at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. He is also the director of the Palliative Care Program in Rochester, New York. Dr. Quill has published and lectured widely about various aspects of the doctor-patient relationship, with special focus on end-of-life decision making, including delivering bad news, nonabandonment, discussing palliative care earlier, and exploring last resort options. Dr. Quill is the author of several books on end-of-life, and he is a fellow in the American College of Physicians, an ABMS-certified palliative care consultant, a former board member and president of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
Paul Kalanithi, MD is a Resident in Neurological Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine.
October 21, 2014
Li Ka Shing Center: Berg Hall B&C, Stanford School of Medicine
Running Injuries: An Update on Treatment and Prevention
Speaker:Michael Fredericson, MD,
FACSM Professor and Director, Sports Medicine Service, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine
October 23, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion, Suite 201
Advances in Surgical and Non-Surgical Treatment of Brain Tumors
Presented by Stanford Health Library
This presentation covered the latest advances in the treatment and management of patients with brain tumors.
Speaker:
Steven D. Chang, MD Robert C. and Jeannette Powell Professor,
Co-Director, Stanford Cyberknife Program,
Department of Neurosurgery, Stanford
University School of Medicine
October 30, 2014
Stanford Health Library | Hoover Pavilion
211 Quarry Rd., Palo Alto CA 94304
Diabetes and Exercise
Part Two of a Three part series.
Type 2 diabetes, formerly called adult-onset diabetes, is the most common type of the disease, affecting 95 percent of people with diabetes. Type 2 diabetes affects people at any age, even during childhood. However, this type of diabetes develops most often in middle-aged and older people, and those who are overweight and inactive.
Speakers: Baldeep Singh, MD Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine – General Medicine Disciplines, Stanford University School of Medicine
Kathleen Wasoski, DPT, OCS
November 13, 2014
Arrillaga Alumni Center
Advancing the Standard of Care for Lung Cancer
Presented by Stanford Cancer CenterEarly detection of lung cancer saves lives, and advanced therapies are offering new hope for patients. Join us to learn about new lung cancer screening guidelines for former heavy smokers, the increasing incidence of lung cancer in non-smokers, and the latest approaches to lung cancer treatment including minimally invasive surgery, targeted medical therapies, and highly precise radiation therapy.
Speakers:
Mark Berry, MD Thoracic Surgery
Max Diehn, MD, PhD Thoracic Radiation Oncology
Ann Leung, MD Thoracic Radiology
Kavitha Ramchandran, MD Thoracic Medical Oncology
Arthur Sung, MD Interventional Pulmonology
November 18, 2014
Diabetes and Nutrition
Part Three of a Three Part Series
Type 2 diabetes, formerly called adult-onset diabetes, is the most common type of the disease, affecting 95 percent of people with diabetes. Type 2 diabetes affects people at any age, even during childhood. However, this type of diabetes develops most often in middle-aged and older people, and those who are overweight and inactive.
Speakers: Kathleen Kenny, MD Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine – General Medicine Disciplines, Stanford University School of Medicine
Jessica Shipley, MS, RD
December 4, 2014
Arrillaga Alumni Center
Cancer Clinical Trials and the Future of Care: What You Should Know
Presented by Cancer Supportive Care ProgramThis
class
will
explain
what
clinical
trials
are,
their
importance
for
improving
cancer
care,
types
of
studies
available,
and
what
to
expect
when
participating
in
research.
A
participant
will
also
share
experiences
about
being
involved
in
a
cancer
study.
December 10, 2014
Stanford Cancer Center
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