Recorded Lectures

Alan Yeung, MD, discusses transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) to treat aortic stenosis. This minimally invasive procedure spares patients from the traditional chest-opening approach of valve replacement. Dr. Yeung talks about outcomes, particularly in the Asian population, where the incidence of damaged valves is on the rise due to increased life expectancy. 

Zucchinis can do it all - great for appetizers, sides, and the main dish! Leah Groppo, MS, RD, BC-ADM, CDCES, will show you how to make her family’s favorite recipes using zucchini fresh from the garden.

Leah Groppo, MS, RD, BC-ADM, CDCES, demonstrates how to use garden cucumbers in three refreshing summer recipes. She is joined by Julie Chen, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor in endocrinology at Stanford Medicine.

Homegrown tomatoes are so tasty and full of flavor. Leah Groppo, MS, RD, BC-ADM, CDCES, demonstrates three ways she uses her garden tomatoes. Get the same robust flavor from fresh tomatoes at your local grocery store or farmers market.

很多亞洲人在飲酒後會出現面部潮紅及心律加速的情況。世界上約有5.4億人飲酒後都會如此，相當於全球 8% 的人口都飽受這些症狀之苦。這種現象是由於先天的基因缺陷，而導致人體内缺乏一種名為乙醛去氫酶 (ALDH2) 的重要解酒酵素。很多人將喝酒後臉紅當作「健康」的象徵，但其實這是誤解：喝酒會臉紅，代表一種名為乙醛的危險致癌物正在體內累積。陳哲宏博士將在講座中解釋酒後臉紅的生物學原因，以及帶有酒後臉紅基因的人可能面對的健康問題。 陳博士將介紹新的飲酒量標準，以及他正在亞裔族群中大力推廣的 5 月 9 日「無酒日」。

陳哲宏博士 (Dr. Che-Hong Chen) 任教於斯坦福大學醫學院，是一位分子生物學及基因學家。陳博士專門研究乙醛毒性以及 ALDH 多基因家族在人體中所發揮的功能。有一類新型乙醛去氫酶調節劑的發現，就是奠基於陳博士的研究。這些小分子調節劑 (叫作Aldas) 為強效的酶活化劑，能活化東亞人種特有功能失調的變異 ALDH2，即造成酒精潮紅症 (酒精不耐症) 的元凶。陳哲宏博士在台灣創辦了名為台灣酒精不耐症衛教協會 (Taiwan Alcohol Intolerance Education Society，簡稱TAIES) 的非營利教育推廣組織。他是斯坦福亞裔健康研究及教育中心 (Stanford Center for Asian Health Research and Education，簡稱CARE) 的國家推廣部主任 (outreach country director)，主導推廣關於酒精不耐症的大眾健康教育、宣導過量飲酒可能造成的健康風險，以及預防台灣及東亞地區的飲酒相關癌症發生。

Learn about the causes, symptoms, and potential complications of GERD, as well as effective management strategies for this chronic condition. Randall Stafford, MD, PhD, discusses lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, and medications that can help relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. Take control of your digestive health and find relief from the discomfort of GERD.

Allergic and nonallergic asthma are chronic lung conditions that affect millions of people worldwide. Lauren Eggert, MD, discusses the causes and triggers of asthma as well as strategies for managing symptoms and preventing attacks.

Meredith Barad, MD, provides an overview of how to manage migraines including new medications for treatment. She talks about common triggers and lifestyle changes to provide relief.

Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones lose mass and become weak and brittle. It affects 10 million people and causes two million fractures in the U.S. per year. Joy Wu, MD, Chief, Division of Endocrinology, discusses the testing, diagnosing, and treatment of osteoporosis. She describes the condition’s risk factors, who should get a bone density test (DXA), and what steps you can take to decrease your risk. Dr. Wu covers common medications such as Fosamax (Alendronate), Boniva (Ibandronate) and other osteoporosis medications, including the pros and cons of each. Finally, Dr. Wu answers many questions from the audience.

Leah Groppo, registered dietitian and diabetes educator, discusses how you can create an environment that makes healthy choices easier. She will talk about the use of nudges and give actionable examples to help you reach your health goals. 

Many people who suffer with chronic migraine live with symptoms that are mysterious, unexplained, and undiagnosed — headache, nausea, neck stiffness, ringing in the ear — and all of these symptoms worsen as the day goes on and the individual spends more time in the upright position. However, symptoms improve as long as they are lying down. Such patients may be diagnosed with POTS, Chiari, chronic migraine, new daily persistent headache (NDPH), or even concussion. Ian Carroll, MD, discusses an often-overlooked diagnosis that can be effectively treated — spontaneous intracranial hypotension (CSF leak).

Watch part one of Dr. Carroll's video "The Mystery Headache: Migraine, Positional Headache, Spinal Fluid Leak?": https://youtu.be/QyvWxobqKrc

Asian Americans are the fastest growing ethnic/racial group in the United States. While heart disease is the leading cause of death for most Asians, the risk differs among Asian subgroups. Learn about these differences and understand ways that you can lower your risk through lifestyle and behavioral changes.

Living with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, depression, low back pain, heart disease, or another chronic disease? Randall Stafford, MD, PhD, talks about the importance of combining medical care with physical activity, stress management, dietary changes, substance use, and sleep quality. Learn how to set and monitor your health goals to thrive. 

Kevin Kai Chih Chang 醫學博士將會講解 2 型糖尿病的概況及治療方案。本次講座將以國語 講授。

Sticking with health goals is tough for many of us. Did you make a strong start and lose steam along the way? Leah Groppo, RD, MS, shares actionable strategies to help you stay on track or get unstuck with your health-related goals.

Albert Wu, MD, PhD, FACS, dicusses the most common sight-threatening diseases affecting Asians. He will share tips for prevention and early detection. 

El Dr. Julio Nunes, MD presentará una breve introducción sobre la manera en que las emociones, el estrés, la ansiedad y otros factores contribuyen a su bienestar general. Hablará sobre la importancia de identificar cuando no se siente bien y brindará consejos para cuidar de sí mismo. Esta plática se impartirá en español.

Measures of lipids in the blood, including cholesterol levels, provide important information about future risk of developing heart disease. Randall Stafford, MD, PhD, discusses what lipid test results mean and non-drug and drug strategies to improve lipids. Drawing on emerging research, you will gain a better understanding of steps you can take to improve your numbers and reduce your risk. 

Randall Stafford, MD, PhD, shares tips to help you prepare for your medical appointments and be open with your doctor when you need more information.

Many people are unfamiliar with Type 3c Diabetes (pancreatogenic) which develops from damage to the pancreas. Leah Groppo, RD, and Marilyn Tan, MD, share an overview and discuss how to manage this complex disease.

Lymphedema is a chronic condition that causes swelling in the limbs due to blockage in the circulatory systems. Lymphedema is most commonly caused by lymph node removal or damage due to cancer treatment. Stanley Rockson, MD, discusses the condition, current research, and emerging treatments.

The liver is the body’s leading toxin-removing organ and plays a pivotal role in metabolism. Nearly everything you put into your body, at one point or another, is processed by the liver. Randall Stafford, MD, PhD, discusses weight-related metabolic liver problems, fatty liver disease, new guidelines for daily alcohol intake, and how to maintain overall liver health.

Leah Groppo, Registered Dietitian, talks about how different macronutrients affect bolus types and doses.

Falls are one of the leading causes of loss of independence in older adults, but research shows that many effective strategies to reduce falls are not widely practiced. With a focus on both seniors and their family members, Stanford primary care physician Randall Stafford, MD, PhD, and Ellen Corman, MRA, of Stanford’s esteemed Farewell to Falls program discuss risk factors and strategies to prevent falls. 

Ayurveda is the traditional medical practice of India and one of the world's oldest continuously practiced healing traditions. In this talk, Neeta Gautam, MD, a Family Physician and Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, will introduce you to the history, background, and fundamentals of Ayurveda and how these ancient practices can be applied in today's world.

A comprehensive approach to diabetes relies on patients taking control of their health. Stanford primary care physician Randall Stafford, MD, PhD, and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and Registered Dietitian, Leah Groppo, MS, RD, CDCES, review the benefits of attention to diet, physical activity, sleep, and stress for people with diabetes. They also provide key practical tips to get you moving towards healthier, better living with diabetes.