Millions of women suffer from chronic pelvic pain. In this program, our expert talks with Ellen Beth Levitt about some of the causes and treatments for chronic pelvic pain. The latest treatments are discussed, including minimally invasive surgery, either laparoscopically or with the use of a surgical robot, that enable women to recover faster. Part One: What is chronic pelvic pain? How chronic pelvic pain affects women's lives Endometriosis - what it is and treatments Endometriosis and fertility Minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery Hysterectomy Ovarian cysts Part Two: Surgical robot for GYN surgery Benefits of surgical robot (minimally invasive) Fibroids - definition and treatment Myomectomy Uterine Fibroid Embolization Dr. Vadim Morozov, a gynecologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center who specializes in minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Morozov is also an assistant professor of obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences at the University of Maryland School of ...
Millions of women suffer from chronic pelvic pain. In this program, our expert talks with Ellen Beth Levitt about some of the causes and treatments for chronic pelvic pain. The latest treatments are discussed, including minimally invasive surgery, either laparoscopically or with the use of a surgical robot, that enable women to recover faster. Part One: What is chronic pelvic pain? How chronic pelvic pain affects women's lives Endometriosis - what it is and treatments Endometriosis and fertility Minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery Hysterectomy Ovarian cysts Part Two: Surgical robot for GYN surgery Benefits of surgical robot (minimally invasive) Fibroids - definition and treatment Myomectomy Uterine Fibroid Embolization Dr. Vadim Morozov, a gynecologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center who specializes in minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Morozov is also an assistant professor of obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences at the University of Maryland School of ...
Cancer is the second-leading cause of death in this country, just behind heart disease. It remains a serious problem, but there is some promising research underway. In this interview our expert discusses advances in cancer research and treatment, including new methods of targeted cancer therapies and vaccines. Part One: The different types of cancer Common cancers in men and women Decline in cancer mortality Importance of early detection Treatment advances - new drugs Growth factor receptors National Cancer Institute Designation Minority participation in clinical trials Health disparities Guest: Dr. Kevin Cullen, director of the University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center, located at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Cullen is also a professor of medicine and head of the Program in Oncology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Related Information: Links: The Greenebaum Cancer Center http://www.umgcc.org/ Dr. Kevin ...
Cancer is the second-leading cause of death in this country, just behind heart disease. It remains a serious problem, but there is some promising research underway. In this interview with Ellen Beth Levitt, our expert discusses advances in cancer research and treatment, including new methods of targeted cancer therapies and vaccines. Part One: The different types of cancer Common cancers in men and women Decline in cancer mortality Importance of early detection Treatment advances - new drugs Growth factor receptors National Cancer Institute Designation Minority participation in clinical trials Health disparities Part Two: New targeted cancer therapies Treatments with fewer side effects Genetics and cancer Effects of smoking, stress or radiation Personalized medicine and cancer Cancer vaccines Cancer and HIV Guest: Dr. Kevin Cullen, director of the University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center, located at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Cullen is also a professor of ...
Blood clots and other types of blockages in blood vessels in the legs can have serious health consequences. In this interview with Ellen Beth Levitt, our expert discusses the symptoms and latest treatments for deep vein thrombosis and peripheral arterial disease, and why both of these conditions can have serious health consequences if they are not treated properly. Part One: Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) Pulmonary embolism DVT symptoms, risk factors and treatments Blood thinners Importance of follow up after DVT treatment Post-thrombotic syndrome Interventional radiology treatments Part Two: Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) Claudication PAD Symptoms PAD Risk factors Diagnosing PAD - ABI (Ankle / Brachial index) PAD Treatments Stents PAD and heart disease Preventing PAD Guest: Dr. Ziv Haskal, chief of vascular and interventional radiology at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Haskal is also a professor and vice chairman of diagnostic radiology at the University of Maryland School of ...
Blood clots and other types of blockages in blood vessels in the legs can have serious health consequences. In this interview with Ellen Beth Levitt, our expert discusses the symptoms and latest treatments for deep vein thrombosis and peripheral arterial disease, and why both of these conditions can have serious health consequences if they are not treated properly. Part One: Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) Pulmonary embolism DVT symptoms, risk factors and treatments Blood thinners Importance of follow up after DVT treatment Post-thrombotic syndrome Interventional radiology treatments Part Two: Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) Claudication PAD Symptoms PAD Risk factors Diagnosing PAD - ABI (Ankle / Brachial index) PAD Treatments Stents PAD and heart disease Preventing PAD Guest: Dr. Ziv Haskal, chief of vascular and interventional radiology at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Haskal is also a professor and vice chairman of diagnostic radiology at the University of Maryland School of ...
This video describes how a cheerleader with a shoulder injury felt as good as new after arthroscopic shoulder surgery performed by Dr. James Dreese. Links: University of Maryland Sports Medicine http://www.umm.edu/sportsmedicine/ Kernan Hospital http://www.kernan.org Distributed by Tubemogul.
Learn how long-term back pain sufferer became pain-free and was able to dance again following lumbar decompression and spinal fusion surgery performed by orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Steven Ludwig. The orthopaedic spine service at the University of Maryland offers comprehensive, state-of-the-art evaluation and non-surgical and surgical treatment of all spinal disorders. Faculty members limit their practice to spinal disorders. With the diversity of experience and expertise afforded by our faculty, all regions of the spine (cervical, thoracic, lumbosacral) are covered. UM Spine Program http://www.umm.edu/spinecenter/index.htm Patient's Guide to Spinal Stenosis http://www.umm.edu/spinecenter/education/spinal_stenosis.htm Distributed by Tubemogul.
The University of Maryland Center for Advanced Fetal Care specializes in the evaluation and treatment of fetal abnormalities, and provides state-of-the-art care for unborn babies with complex conditions such as heart defects, fetal growth problems and chromosomal abnormalities. Learn what makes our center special. In this video, parents with complicated pregnancies, including twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS), talk about their experiences at the Center and how our doctors gave them hope. Drs. Ahmet Baschat and Christopher Harman, co-directors of the Center, discuss the ways in which families can gain a better understanding of their issues and the options available to them, including first trimester programs for the assessment of risk of anomalies and chromosome problems. As one of the few centers in the country specializing in laser fetal surgery, nearly 4,000 fetal procedures have been performed at the Center for various abnormalities, including TTTS. In this video, Dr. Baschat talks about ...
If you are very overweight, gastric bypass surgery could save your life, according to recent studies. In this interview, you will find out who can benefit from the surgery and what types of lifestyle changes are necessary to make this surgery a long-term success. -- Causes of obesity -- Obesity health risks -- How gastric bypass works -- Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass -- Pre-operative testing and screening -- Post-surgery diet -- http://www.umm.edu/weightloss/ Distributed by Tubemogul.
If you are very overweight, gastric bypass surgery could save your life, according to recent studies. In this interview, you will find out who can benefit from the surgery and what types of lifestyle changes are necessary to make this surgery a long-term success. -- Causes of obesity -- Obesity health risks -- How gastric bypass works -- Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass -- Pre-operative testing and screening -- Post-surgery diet -- http://www.umm.edu/weightloss/ Distributed by Tubemogul.
The sound of the human voice is something unique to each person. This program deals with preventing and treating the most common voice problems. Topics covered include -- Laryngitis -- -- Throat Infections -- Voice rest -- Polyps/Nodules -- Evaluating voice problems -- Surgery -- Vocal therapy -- Vocal fold lesions -- Vocal paralysis -- Protecting your voice -- Things that dry out the vocal cords -- Vocal irritants -- Vocal abuse Distributed by Tubemogul.
Arteries and veins form an intricate network to move blood through the body. But when something breaks down in that network, there can be serious health consequences. In this interview, we’ll talk about the latest treatments for vascular problems, including minimally-invasive ways to repair aneurysms and blockages ------------ Maryland Vascular Center http://www.umm.edu/vascular/ Distributed by Tubemogul.
The sound of the human voice is something unique to each person. This program deals with preventing and treating the most common voice problems. Topics covered include -- Laryngitis -- -- Throat Infections -- Voice rest -- Polyps/Nodules -- Evaluating voice problems -- Surgery -- Vocal therapy -- Vocal fold lesions -- Vocal paralysis -- Protecting your voice -- Things that dry out the vocal cords -- Vocal irritants -- Vocal abuse Distributed by Tubemogul.
Arteries and veins form an intricate network to move blood through the body. But when something breaks down in that network, there can be serious health consequences. In this interview, we’ll talk about the latest treatments for vascular problems, including minimally-invasive ways to repair aneurysms and blockages. ----------- Maryland Vascular Center http://www.umm.edu/vascular/ Distributed by Tubemogul.
Uterine Fibroid Embolism and Interventional Radiology Radiologists are known for looking inside the body to diagnose health problems. And now, many of these same doctors now use advanced imaging equipment, not just to diagnose, but also to treat a wide range of problems. In this program, you'll learn how interventional radiologists use minimally invasive techniques to help people with many conditions, including uterine fibroids and cancer. Distributed by Tubemogul.
Uterine Fibroid Embolism and Interventional Radiology Radiologists are known for looking inside the body to diagnose health problems. And now, many of these same doctors now use advanced imaging equipment, not just to diagnose, but also to treat a wide range of problems. In this program, you'll learn how interventional radiologists use minimally invasive techniques to help people with many conditions, including uterine fibroids and cancer. Distributed by Tubemogul.
The flu comes around every year, but it's something we should take seriously. About 36-thousand people in the U.S. die each year from influenza and about 200-thousand people are hospitalized. This show will answer some of the most common questions about the flu and find out how to protect ourselves. Distributed by Tubemogul.
The flu comes around every year, but it's something we should take seriously. About 36-thousand people in the U.S. die each year from influenza and about 200-thousand people are hospitalized. This show will answer some of the most common questions about the flu and find out how to protect ourselves. Distributed by Tubemogul.
This interview focuses on the latest surgical approaches for treating breast cancer. Topics covered include -- Types of breast cancer -- Multi-disciplinary treatment team -- Surgery: lumpectomy vs. mastectomy -- Recovery time from surgery -- Radiation therapy -- Sentinel node biopsy -- Breast reconstruction Distributed by Tubemogul.
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