Stanford Health Video Library

Blood and Lymphatic Systems

Lymphedema: New and Emerging Treatments
This talk focuses on the new and emerging treatments for lymphedema, the swelling that occurs when a blockage in the lymphatic system prevents the lymph fluid in the arm or leg from draining adequately.
Speaker: Stanley Rockson, MD
2009
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Brain Stimulation for Chronic Pain
Dr. Henderson offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the delicate surgical techniques and sophisticated electronic devices which offer hope for many patients who have no other options for treating debilitating chronic pain.
Speaker: Jaimie Henderson, MD
2005
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Cognitive Aging and Alzheimer's Disease: Gender Matters
Dr. Henderson discusses normal versus abnormal cognitive function in women and men, how dementia makes itself known, and what can be done to prevent Alzheimer's Disease.
Speaker: Victor Henderson, MD
2007
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Cognitive Changes With Aging: What Can You Expect?
Dr. Greicius focuses on memory problems people face and their correlation to problems later in life. Topics discussed: when is testing appropriate; benefits of early testing; what the tests involve and what they mean; decision making and cognition; and appropriate interventions.
Speaker: Michael Greicius, MD, MPH
2006
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Dementia: Myths Versus Realities
Learn the truth behind common myths related to the prevalence, causes and symptoms of dementia in the United States.
Speaker: Simon Tan, PsyD
2007
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Desperately Seeking Sleep
Occasional insomnia is experienced by more than a third of American adults, and chronic insomnia is known to effect more than one in ten. This talk will address the types of insomnia and ways of coping with it.
Speaker: Rachel Manber, PhD
2005
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Epilepsy: Out of the Shadows
Find out more about epilepsy, a common but frequently misunderstood neurological disorder. Exciting new treatment options can now manage and sometimes cure the disorder, which is characterized by electrical "storms" in the brain.
Speaker: Robert Fisher, MD
2007
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Cancer

Can We Cure the Common Leukemias?
Now there is more reason for hope. Find out how modern medicine is curing
more people with blood cancers.
Speaker: Steven Coutre, MD
2006
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Breast Cancer Care at Stanford: A Special Place at a Difficult Time
Specialized patient treatment and new studies on breast cancer care are the focus of Stanford's Cancer Center.
Speaker: Robert Carlson, MD
2004
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Breast Cancer: Risk Factors, Diagnosis and Treatment
What are the risk factors for breast cancer and what decisions will a woman need to make on the basis of an abnormal mammogram result or a diagnosis of breast cancer?
Speaker: Robert Carlson, MD
2007
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Cancer Stem Cells: the Origin of Cancer
Find out how Stanford scientists and clinicians are working to identifying cancer stem cells in many types of tumors and how they have used that information to develop new therapeutic strategies.
Speaker: Irving Weissman, MD
2009
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CyberKnife: New and Emerging Treatments
A frameless robotic radiosurgery system, the CyberKnife allows for a more accurate delivery of radiotherapy. Discover more about this innovative, minimally invasive technology, invented and pioneered at Stanford. Find out how CyberKnife may provide an additional option for patients diagnosed with previously inoperable or surgically complex tumors, or patients looking for an alternative to surgery. CyberKnife has been used to treat tumors in the head and neck, spine, lung, prostate, liver and pancreas without surgery, in as little as one week of one to five pain-free sessions.
Speaker: Iris Gibbs, MD
2009
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Feeling and Healing: Effects of Stress and Support on Cancer Patients
Dr. Spiegel reviews recent research on the most effective ways to handle the inevitable stress of cancer: learning to express rather than suppress the emotions that accompany the illness, finding good social support, improving communication with loved ones and doctors, and facing fears directly.
Speaker: David Spiegel, MD
2004
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Genetic Testing for Hereditary Cancer Risk
Now that there are tests that reveal a possible hereditary predisposition to certain cancers, is this testing appropriate for everyone? This talk addresses the big questions surrounding genetic testing for hereditary cancer risks.
Speaker: James Ford, MD
2005
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Lymphedema: New and Emerging Treatments
This talk focuses on the new and emerging treatments for lymphedema, the swelling that occurs when a blockage in the lymphatic system prevents the lymph fluid in the arm or leg from draining adequately.
Speaker: Stanley Rockson, MD
2009
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New Treatments for Breast Cancer: From Research Bench to Bedside
A focus on the newest treatments emerging from research and for which patients they will be most appropriate.
Speaker: Ellie Guardino, MD, PhD
2005
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New Tests, New Treatments, Better Outcomes for Patients with Colorectal Cancer
The second leading cause of death from cancer in the United States, colorectal cancer is a serious health concern. Significant gains are being made in the ability to prevent, diagnose and treat colorectal cancer.
Speaker: George Fisher, MD, PhD
2004
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Preserving Fertility in Cancer Patients
Preserving fertility in cancer patients is a reality now more than ever. This program reviews what's new and available at the Stanford IVF Program, as well as the most current information about fertility treatment around the world.
Speakers: Linda Giudice, MD, PhD; Barry Behr, PhD; Lynn Westphal, MD
2005
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Prostate Cancer: Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Stanford's urology department zeros in on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment options for prostate cancer.
Speaker: James Brooks, MD
2005
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Using the Immune System to Treat Cancer
Immunotherapy is the newest modality of treatment of cancer and researchers have great expectations for it becoming one of the most effective treatments. Dr. Levy describes how doctors at Stanford are using immune therapy in the treatment of cancer.
Speaker: Ron Levy, MD
2004
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Cardiovascular System

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Disease: Silent Killer
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm is often called a "silent killer" because there are usually no obvious symptoms of the disease. Three out of four aneurysms show no symptoms at the time they are diagnosed. Learn who is most at risk, how AAA is diagnosed, and how it is treated before it becomes a fatal condition.
Speaker: Ronald Dalman, MD
2006
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Advances in Pediatric Cardiology
Advances in diagnosis and treatment of children with heart disease have revolutionized care through collaboration among physicians, scientists, and engineers.
Speaker: Daniel Bernstein, MD
2005
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Avoiding the Elephant on Your Chest: Cardiac Risk and How to Avoid It
Heart attacks are often unpredictable. In this talk, Dr. Ashley breaks down a heart attack, explaining how it happens, why apparently healthy people can suffer heart attacks and what you can do about to prevent an attack.
Speaker: Euan Ashley, MD
2008
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Drug-Eluting Stents: Are They Safe?
Drug-eluting stents are metal mesh tubes coated with medication that keep arteries from re-blocking after angioplasty. These devices have been the solution for millions of people around the world. However, recent studies have raised concerns about associated risks. Join Dr. Yeung and colleagues as they discuss the safety of these popular devices.
Speaker: Alan C. Yeung, MD
2007
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Go Red: Women's Heart Health
Heart disease is the number one killer of women, taking the lives of over half a million women every year. The Go Red for Women campaign's mission is to educate and create awareness regarding women and heart disease, enabling women to live stronger, longer lives. This program provides information on nutrition, cardiac imaging, and prevention of cardiovascular diseases.
Speakers: Christopher Gardner, PhD; Michael McConnell, PhD; Latha Palaniappan, MD, MS.
2006
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Heart Disease and South Asians: A Population at Risk
Why are South Asians a higher risk group for cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes? What lifestyle changes can lower the risk to you and your family? How should you discuss this risk with your doctor?
Speakers: Gerald Reaven, MD; Meenakshi Aggarwal, MD
2003
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Heart Failure
Heart failure affects nearly 5 million U.S. adults. It is on the rise with an estimated 400,000 to 700,000 new cases each year. This talk will focus on the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments available for heart failure, including current research findings from Stanford.
Speakers- Euan Ashley, MRCP, Dphil; Michael Fowler, MD
2007
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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy is the leading cause of sudden cardiac death in the young. This talk focuses on the nature of the disorder and the emerging research and array of treatments Stanford doctors use to treat it.
Speakers: Euan Ashley, MRCP, Dphil; Heidi Salsbury, RN; Lisa Salberg
2007
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Minimally Invasive Approaches to Cardiac Surgery
This reviews advances in cardiac surgical procedures including new therapeutic approaches to treat valvular disease, heart failure/heart transplantation, and aortic disease. Discussion will include application of new minimally invasive techniques and potential for stem cell application to treat essential and complex cardiovascular conditions.
Speaker: Michael Fischbein, MD
2008
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Stroke Awareness
Stroke is the third leading cause of death and the most common cause of adult disability. Because the current window of opportunity for treatment is only three hours you need to act quickly in recognizing a stroke. In this program a renowned team of multidisciplinary specialists discuss a full range of issues related to strokes from warning signs to diagnosis and treatment, prevention and surgical therapies.
Speakers: Gregory Albers, MD; Christine Wijiam, MD; Huy Do, MD; David Tong, MD; Gary Steinberg, MD, PhD
2004
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Understanding Cardiac Arrhythmias: Current and Emerging Treatments
Episodes of dizziness and loss of consciousness are unsettling and potentially life-threatening. Often, they stem from heart rhythm irregularities: cardiac arrhythmias. This program looks at different kinds of cardiac arrhythmias, as well as the variety of new and emerging treatments used to control them.
Speaker: Paul Wang, MD
2002
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Understanding Cardiovascular Disease in Women
Cardiovascular disease kills more American women than all forms of cancers combined, and yet the perception remains that cardiovascular disease is a greater threat to men's health. This talk focuses on the particular risks women face and ways of reducing them, as well as new wide-ranging treatments for heart disease.
Speaker: Robert Robbins, MD
2005
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Varicose Veins: New and Improved Treatments
Varicose veins, a common and often painful condition, impact as many as 25 percent of women and 15 percent of men. See how innovative new treatments are relieving discomfort for many.
Speaker: E. John Harris, MD
2007
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Who Needs a Coronary Artery Stent? How to Find Out and the Questions to Ask Your Doctor
New research indicates that not all coronary arteries that appear to be narrowed need to be stented. Dr. Fearon, co-principal investigator in the multi-center international FAME study, will discuss the findings of the study and address how evaluating patients with coronary artery disease with new techniques may determine which patients will benefit from coronary artery stenting.
Speaker: William Fearon, MD
2009
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Women, Stroke and the Red Dress: Cerebrovascular Disease in Women
In most age groups, more men than women will have a stroke in a given year. However, more than half of total stroke deaths occur in women. At all ages, more women than men die of stroke. This talk discusses the reasons for these disparities throughout a woman's lifetime.
Speakers: Monisha Kumar, MD; Anna Finley Caufield, MD
2007
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Dental

Like New: Dental Implants
If you are missing one or more teeth and would like to smile, speak and eat again with comfort and confidence, Dr. Girod has good news: dental implants that look and feel like your own teeth. You do not have to worry about wobbly dentures and messy pastes and glues. Since dental implants integrate into the structure of your bone, they prevent the bone loss and gum recession that often accompany bridgework and dentures.
Speaker: Sabine Girod, MD
2004
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Digestive System

It's Not All In Your Head: Understanding Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) affects 10 to 20 percent of the population, making it the most common gastrointestinal syndrome. But treatment remains difficult and misperceptions that it is psychosomatic disorder remain. Learn what modern science has unearthed about this syndrome as Dr. Parischa leads this engaging discussion about forms of therapies and IBS research.
Speaker: Pankaj Parischa, MD
2008
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Minimally Invasive Liver and Pancreas Surgery
New technology and surgical techniques allow the application of laparoscopic (minimally invasive surgery) surgery for liver and pancreatic disease. With specific cases and operative videos, this presentation opens up the window of innovation and illustrates what lies next for liver and pancreatic surgery.
Speaker: Brendan C. Visser, MD
2009
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Problems of the Esophagus: GERD and Barrett's Esophagus
Studies suggest that more than 15 million Americans suffer from heartburn everyday and spend millions of dollars in search of relief from this condition. Dr. Gerson discusses heartburn and other problems of the esophagus, including Barrett's Esophagus
Speaker: Lauren Gerson, MD, MSc
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Ears, Nose and Throat

Better Hearing Through Advanced Technology
Cochlear implants can restore hearing by stimulating the hearing nerve directly. Learn about the technology, its effectiveness and appropriate candidates to receive them.
Speaker: Nikolas Blevins, MD
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Clearing Your Throat: Common Causes and Treatments for Hoarseness
Beyond the common cold, people experience hoarseness from a variety of causes. Dr. Damrose discusses some of these causes as well as treatments that address these problems.
Speaker: Edward Damrose, MD
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Conquering Sinusitis: New Frontiers in Diagnosis and Treatment
Sinusitis is one of the most common health conditions in the United States. It is estimated that more than 37 million people suffer from sinusitis and sinusitis related conditions annually. Dr. Hwang reviews current concepts in the diagnosis and treatment of sinusitis, with an emphasis on recent innovations such as computerized surgical navigation and new drug delivery technologies.
Speaker: Peter Hwang, MD
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I'm Sorry, Can You Repeat That?
Hearing loss is a condition that affects millions of people annually, and it has a variety of causes. This talk focuses on the most common kinds of hearing loss and the most current and revolutionary ways they are being treated.
Speaker: Robert Jackler, MD
2003
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Eyes

Latest Innovations in Laser Vision Correction
This lecture provides an update on the latest technology available for the surgical correction of nearsightedness, farsightedness and presbyopia.
Speaker: Edward Manche, MD
2005
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The Aging Eye: New Therapies for Age Related Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in the United States in persons over age 65. Dr. Blumenkranz covers new advances in this disease that have changed our understanding and approach to it.
Speaker: Mark Blumenkranz, MD
2005
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General Health

Health & Wellness Among Older Adults: Challenges and Strategies
This talk focuses on the prevention of serious health situations and how to cultivate knowledge of one’s functional strengths and weaknesses. Dr. Pompei also discusses how to predict need of services, as well as how to optimize doctor visits, self management of chronic conditions, and the determinants of an easy old age.
Speaker: Peter Pompei, MD
2006
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The Big Picture Of Maintaining Health
This lecture focuses on why more and more older adults want the big-picture approach to maintaining their health -- and how geriatricians can help them achieve it. Dr. Hussain suggests ways to involve physicians in dialogue, discusses the goals of therapy and medication regimens, as well as the importance of preventing catastrophic incidents like falls.
Speaker: Yusra Hussain, MD
2006
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Medical Technology

Mental Health

Depression, Delirium & Dementia: What Should We Be Doing?
This lecture covers such topics as: knowledge of resources; treatments; the benefits of early diagnosis and interventions for depression; and post-operative delirium in the hospital. Dr. Sommer also advises about assessment of capacity, and depression and its medical and non pharmacological treatment.
Speaker: Barbara Sommer, MD
2006
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Familial Mood Disorders
Depression and bipolar disorders can be passed down in families but are more common in women. See what can be done to treat mood disorders and associated reproductive dysfunction.
Speaker: Natalie L. Rasgon, MD, PhD
2007
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Musculoskeletal System

The Aging Foot
Like tires on a car, the more miles and years we put on our feet, the more changes we can expect as we age. Learn what we can do to lessen the impact and how to treat arthritis and dermatologic conditions if they do occur.
Speaker: James Ratcliff, DPM
2007
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Conservative Management of Low Back Pain
Low back pain affects two out of every three Americans at some point in their life and is the second most common reason for a visit to the primary care physician. This informative talk describes why low back pain occurs, how it progresses, and summarizes the modern day diagnostic and treatment options available.
Speaker: Raj Mitra, MD
2007
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Hand Arthritis - When Do I Need Surgery
Amy Ladd, professor of orthopaedic surgery at the Stanford University Medical Center, discusses arthritis, tips for living with it and when it’s the right time to visit a hand surgeon. Beyond its painful and disfiguring aspects, arthritis can affect the use of the fingers and hands, two of the most vital functions for everyday living.
Speaker: Amy Ladd, MD
2009
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Living Better with Arthritis
Although arthritis cannot be cured, it can be managed. This presentation focuses on some of the skills that you can use to remain active and reduce pain. Learn what you can do to make living with arthritis easier.
Speaker: Kate Lorig, PhD
2003
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Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
Minimally invasive spine surgery offers many people relief from their back problems -- but for whom and when is it appropriate? This talk focuses on the conditions and people for whom this surgery is well suited.
Speakers: Eugene Carragee, MD; Todd Alamin, MD; Ivan Cheng, MD
2005
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Overcoming Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder injuries and chronic conditions are painful and disabling for many people. This talk covers common causes as well as current and emerging treatments, with special focus on surgical options.
Speaker: Gary Fanton, MD
2005
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Pelvic Floor Disorders
Pelvic floor disorders result when the muscles and connective tissue within the pelvic cavity weaken or are injured. The three main pelvic floor disorders are urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, and pelvic organ prolapse. This talk features three Stanford physicians who will approach this complex of problems from their particular specialties.
Speakers: Craig Comiter, MD; Kim Rhoads, MD; Eric Sokol, MD
2009
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Shoulder Instability and The Stiff Shoulder
Shoulder injuries and chronic conditions can be painful and disabling. This talk covers common causes as well as current and emerging treatments, with special focus on surgical options.
Speaker: Timothy McAdams, MD
2005
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Understanding Osteoarthritis and Its Treatments
Doctors Genovese, Andriacchi, Smith and Goodman join together to describe the wide variety of Stanford's cutting edge basic and applied research to elucidate the causes and progression of arthritis and formulate new treatments for earlier diagnosis and treatment. They present a vision of the future where people with arthritis will experience decreased pain and improved mobility and function as a result of this work.
Speakers: Andriacchi; Genovese; Goodman; Smith
2004
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Update on Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a disorder of unknown cause characterized by widespread pain, abnormal pain processing, sleep disturbance, fatigue and often psychological distress. According to the CDC, the prevalence of fibromyalgia is about 2%, affecting an estimated 5 million adults in 2005. Dr. Mackey discusses our current understanding of the pathology, diagnosis and treatment of fibromyalgia.
Speaker: Sean Mackey, MD
2008
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Obesity

Addressing Childhood Obesity
The rising rate of childhood obesity has become a major concern for the medical community. Dr. Robinson, examines the health and societal problems children face, as well as possible solutions currently being studied to keep kids fit and happy.
Speaker: Thomas Robinson, MD, MPH
2005
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Sports Medicine

Preventing Skiing and Snowboarding Injuries
You're ready to hit the slopes, but is your body? Dr. Mishra discusses prevention strategies and demonstrates specific exercises you can employ right now to strengthen those muscles that will protect you when you fall.
Speaker: Allan Mishra, MD
2006
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The Runner's Foot
You run to stay fit and healthy, but your feet are taking a beating! We will discuss the most common foot injuries that runners encounter and address ways of preventing and treating many of them.
Speaker: James Ratcliff, DPM
2004
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Too Much of a Good Thing: Running Injuries, Their Prevention and Emerging Treatments
You want to keep running, but you keep having those nagging injuries. What can be done? This program explores the latest innovations in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of running injuries.
Speaker: Michael Fredericson, MD
2005
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Surgery

Advances in Facial Plastic Surgery -- It's Not Your Mother's Facelift Anymore
This talk focuses on recent advances in facial plastic surgery that emphasize decreased downtime with optimal results.
Sam Most, MD
2007
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Contemporary Surgical Treatment of Facial Nerve Paralysis
Because the facial nerve allows us to show expression, injury to it can cause socially and psychologically devastating physical defects. Dr. Most discusses the causes of facial nerve injuries, with specific emphasis on permanent paralysis and surgical methods for treatment.
Sam Most, MD
2009
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Hand Arthritis - When Do I Need Surgery
Amy Ladd, professor of orthopaedic surgery at the Stanford University Medical Center, discusses arthritis, tips for living with it and when it’s the right time to visit a hand surgeon. Beyond its painful and disfiguring aspects, arthritis can affect the use of the fingers and hands, two of the most vital functions for everyday living.
Speaker: Amy Ladd, MD
2009
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Making it New Again: Laser Scar Revision and Facial Rejuvenation
Get the inside perspective on the latest laser treatments for skin, which can erase scars and other imperfections. Laser treatments are commonly used to improve the appearance of skin scarred by acne.
Hayes Gladstone, MD
2007
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Surgical Treatment of Emphysema
Current medical treatments of emphysema provide a modest degree of palliation, but there is no medical therapy that dramatically improves emphysema patients' shortness of breath or improves their survival. The new surgical treatments that Dr. Shrager shares could completely change the way emphysema is treated.
Joseph Shrager, MD
2009
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Women's Health

Risks and Benefits of Menopause and Hormones
Do the risks and benefits of initiating or continuing menopausal hormones (estrogens and progestins) differ in women of menopausal age (40 - 55) versus older women? What are the alternatives to taking estrogen to relieve menopausal symptoms, e.g. hot flushes/night sweats, or prevent bone loss?
Speaker: Marcia Stefanick, PhD; Mary Jacobson, MD
2007
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What's New in Breast Reconstruction
Learn about the latest techniques in breast reconstruction. This talk covers the current types of breast implants being used, as well as state-of-the-art techniques for using a person's own tissues to make a breast.
Speaker: Gordon Lee, MD
2007
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