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Colon cancer ranks as the second most frequently diagnosed cancer among patients. Over the years, colonoscopies have reduced the overall incidence of colon cancer and rectal cancer. In this episode, Dr. Khalili discusses trends, screening guidelines, preventative measures, and treatments for colorectal cancers.…
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Epilepsy surgery should be considered in individuals whose seizures do not respond to anti-seizure medications. This podcast provides an about the latest advancements in epilepsy surgery, which include special procedures to detect electrical activity of the brain to find where seizures start. It also discusses using lasers to stop seizures.…
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Lung Cancer is the leading cause of cancer related deaths for both men and women. If you are at high risk for developing lung cancer, lung cancer screening at The George Washington University Hospital offers low-dose computerized tomography (CT) scans that can help doctors detect lung cancer in its earliest stages, when it is most treatable.. Liste…
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Dr. Kat Ogle discusses Point-of-Care ultrasounds and its importance and the benefits in prenatal and emergency care.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Juliet Lee covers what to expect with minimally invasive thyroid and parathyroid surgery.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Lee discusses COVID-19 and the impact on medical students.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Ravick discusses non-surgical treatment for bunions.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Michael Stempel shares prevention tips and treatment options for foot wounds in diabetic patients.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Charelle Carter-Brooks discusses pelvic floor disorders and urogynecology.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Olding discusses the latest advancements in facelift surgery.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Julie Rosner and Dr. Zung Le discuss sports-related foot and ankle injuries and treatment options for common painful conditions.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Ilana DeLuca shares tips for protecting yourself from UV rays.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Michael G. Knight, Patient Safety Officer at The George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates, discusses obesity and its harmful affects.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Andrew Meltzer discusses new technology and devices for emergency care.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Yuan James Rao discusses brachytherapy and what to expect from this type of cancer treatment.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Sharad Goyal, Chief of the GW Radiation Oncology division at the GW Cancer Center, discusses advances in radiosurgery.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Arnold Ravick and Dr. Sheldon Laps discuss plantar fasciitis, custom foot orthotics and foot care for athletes.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Salim Lala walks listeners through peripheral arterial disease, a condition that reduces blood flow to the limbs.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Salim Lala explains aortic aneurysms, what causes them, associated medical complications, and suggested treatment plans.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Urologist Patrick Mufarrij, MD discusses the symptoms of kidney stones and how to prevent them from occurring.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Assistant Professor of Urology Dr. Michael Whalen discusses prostate cancer, specifically hereditary prostate cancer, and dietary changes to lower one's risk of developing this type of cancer.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Cancer of the skin is by far the most common of all cancers with melanoma being the cause of the majority of skin cancer deaths. The incidence of melanoma continues to increase and it has become one of the most common forms of cancer in the United States, especially among young adult women ages 20-39. This year, an estimated 73,000 melanomas will b…
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Dr. Hope Jackson discusses the evolution of weight-loss surgery and how qualifying patients can use surgery to achieve a healthier lifestyle.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Lynt B. Johnson discusses liver cancer, its causes, and treatment options for those afflicted with the disease.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Gage Parr tells listeners everything they need to know about anesthesia and heart surgery.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Trauma Services Injury Prevention and Outreach Coordinator, Helaina Roisman, and Dr. Christina Prather discuss how to avoid falls and injuries in old age.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Mardi Gomberg-Maitland discusses pulmonary hypertension and the GW Pulmonary Hypertension Program.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Rachel Brem discusses recent innovations and improvements in diagnosing and treating breast cancer.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Rachel Brem discusses how a mammography can save a life and how the technology has evolved.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. William Borden tells listeners how to control their cholesterol to prevent heart disease.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Christina Prather discusses the importance of community dementia care.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Scott Cohen discusses how patients can manage glomerulonephritis, a group of kidney diseases.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Gobindveer Sahi discusses how to manage concussions due to sports injuries.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Mikhail Kogan breaks down what the terms integrative, holistic and functional medicine mean.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Listen as Dr. Mikhail Kogan discusses the benefits of prescribing medical cannabis.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Keith Mortman updates listeners on everything they should know about lung cancer treatment and research.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Keith Mortman brings awareness to a lesser known and talked about disease, esophageal cancer.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Ashkan Monfared, Associate Professor of Surgery and Neurosurgery at the George Washington School of Medicine & Health Sciences, and Director of Otology and Neurotology at The George Washington Medical Faculty Associates discuss acoustic neuroma and the recent advances in treatment and detection.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Long discusses HPV vaccination, the importance of Pap smear/HPV screenings and treatment options for cervical dysplasia.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Headaches are extremely common and can occur in one or several regions of your head. Amanda Tinsley, MD discusses the causes, different types, and treatments of headaches.By The George Washington University Hospital
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John Rothrock, MD discusses the difference between a headache and a migraine, as well as treatment options.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Orthopedic surgeon, Teresa Doerre, MD tells listeners how to prevent and treat common injuries suffered by non-professional athletes.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Jerry Chao sheds light on gender affirmation and facial feminization surgery for transgender patients.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Dr. Mortman discusses COVID-19.By The George Washington University Hospital
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Lynt Johnson, MD, discusses the prevalence of pancreatic cancer in Western nations as opposed to Eastern countries, specifically the 30,000 diagnoses that arise each year in the United States. While no known risk factor has been identified, unsubstantiated reports suggest an association to poor dietary choices. Dr. Johnson also reviews early- and l…
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The Use of New Technologies to Increase Kidney Transplantation in Minority Patients
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11:00Keith Melancon, MD, discusses new technologies designed to address the problematic limited pool of kidney donors in African American and Hispanic populations. Dr. Melancon explains the reasons behind donor/recipient obstacles, the importance of increasing options for minority recipients, the protocols used to reduce transplant rejection (plasma exc…
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Punam Thakkar, MD, discusses the rising prevalence of oropharyngeal cancer related to HPV (human papillomavirus), including the growing incidence in younger, healthier populations. Dr. Thakkar also explains the warning signs and symptoms of HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer, testing and diagnosis processes, treatment options that now feature the ben…
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Khashayar Vaziri, MD, discusses the two types of weight-loss surgery offered by GW Hospital (laparoscopic gastric bypass and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy). Both procedures are minimally invasive and allow patients a quick and less painful recovery than past surgical techniques. Dr. Vaziri also explains the pre- and post-operative protocols, chro…
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Stroke Care: Treatment and Technology Update
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11:00Dimitri Sigounas, MD, discusses the new technologies surrounding stroke recognition and treatment, including the future development of portable devices that could assess stroke type and severity before the patient even arrives at the hospital. Dr. Sigounas also explains the two different types of strokes (hemorrhagic and ischemic), stroke symptoms,…
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Advancements of Cochlear Implants for the Hearing Impaired
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11:00Ashkan Monfared, MD, discusses the advancements of cochlear implants for restoring hearing in patients who have lost the ability to hear naturally. Dr. Monfared explains which individuals are candidates for this surgery, the pre- and post-operative measures taken, and recovery considerations based on the wide spectrum of patients who are eligible f…
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