Jul 27, 2017
Persistent foot
or ankle pain may seem like just an annoyance. But without proper
treatment, the pain and discomfort can get worse, potentially
damaging mobility and quality of life.
In this segment, Dr. Caitlin Zarick, Podiatric Surgeon with MedStar
Washington Hospital Center, joins the show to discuss when...
Jul 25, 2017
About half of all
cancer patients receive some type of radiation therapy during the
course of their treatment. Radiation therapy is a type of cancer
treatment that uses beams of intense energy to kill cancer
cells.
In this segment, Dr. Pamela Randolph-Jackson, Chair of the
Department of Radiation at MedStar Washington...
Jul 18, 2017
Hernias occur when a weak abdominal
wall allows a piece of the intestine or other tissue to slip
through, often creating a noticeable lump. They either develop
slowly over months or years or develop very suddenly.
Hernia surgery is critical for repairing the opening or weakness in
the abdominal wall. If the opening is...
Jun 13, 2017
Spine surgery has
traditionally been done as an open surgery. However, in recent
years, there have been technological advances have allowed more
back and neck conditions to be treated with minimally invasive
surgical techniques.
The orthopaedic surgeons at MedStar Orthopaedic Institute have
extensive training in the...
Jun 11, 2017
According to the NIH, in the
United States, approximately 1.25 million people with burns present
to the emergency department each year. People do not realize that
summer fun carries with it an increased risk of many types of
burns.
In this segment, Dr. Jeffrey Shupp, director of the Burn Center at
MedStar Washington...