Jan 31, 2017
Susan
O'Donoghue, MD, discusses the burgeoning field of cardiogenetics,
which can help identify various certain inherited cardiovascular
disorders, particularly those that are based in the heart's
electrical system. Potential candidates include individuals who
have fainted due to physical exertion or who have a family...
Jan 11, 2017
Stan Chia, MD,
discusses the curative options for sleep apnea patients who are not
good candidates for CPAP. Options include removal of the tonsils,
reducing excess tissue of the tongue, advancing the upper and lower
jaw to open up the airway, and even bariatric surgery to eliminate
obesity-induced apnea. Dr. Chia also...
Jan 10, 2017
Krishnan Venkatesan,
MD, discusses the common causes of erectile dysfunction (ED),
including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, side
effects from certain medications, prior surgeries, trauma to the
pelvic and/or genital region, and mental/emotional hindarances. Dr.
Venkatesan also explains the various...
Jan 8, 2017
James Robinson,
MD, discusses new advances in minimally invasive, non-invasive and
robotic-assisted gynecologic surgeries. These new approaches
address issues such as endometriosis, uterine fibroids, chronic
pelvic pain, and abnormal bleeding. Benefits include shorter
hospital stays, less pain, a more rapid return to...
Jan 4, 2017
Michelle Magee, MD, explains why
type-2 diabetes is on the rise across all generations, genetic
factors surrounding the disease, and lifestyle factors you can
shift in order to get control of your blood sugar. Dr. Magee also
discusses when you should consider insulin therapy, as well as new
medications and advances in...