The Role of Radiation Therapy in the Treatment of Breast Cancer

Dr. Brar will be discussing the different treatment options for asthma, including the latest in biologics.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO) discussion with Gillian Covert, Regional Nurse Manager with the UPMC Wound & Hyperbaric Centers of Central Pennsylvania.

In this episode, we will focus on what findings of a colonoscopy mean, a patient’s next steps based on findings, the surgical component of colon cancer, why the role of a colorectal surgeon is so important, certifications and accreditations that validate our work, and our collaboration with oncologists, pathologists etc.

Dr. Roberts ( Gynecologic Oncologist with UPMC Women’s Cancer Center) talks about cervical cancer. She explains what happens in a woman’s body with cervical cancer, the risk factors involved in receiving a diagnosis, and the signs and symptoms that would prompt a woman to seek treatment.

Dr. Rosenberger (bariatric and general surgeon) and Samantha Hionis (nurse practitioner and obesity medicine association certified clinician) talk about surgical and non-surgical weight loss options at UPMCs central PA weight management.

Studies show that making changes to improve your health before your surgery will lead to a better recovery.

Nicole Baselj (Unit director of forensic nursing) talks about the Forensic Nursing Program at UPMC in Central PA. Ms. Baselj explains what is the SANE program, what a forensic nurse examiner do, and the services offered to support people who are victims of sexual assault and domestic violence at UPMC.

In this episode, Dr. Hodara will discuss what coronary calcium scoring is, how it is performed, and the latest on research in the field on who may benefit from this testing.

Dr. Ramesh talks about UPMC Harrisburg Critical Care Fellowship. Dr. Ramesh explains the kind of medicine and care provided in a critical care unit, what types of patients and procedures are in this unit, and why is this particular discipline important.

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Dr. Eseonu (Neurosurgery Clinical Assistant Professor UPMC Neurological Institute, UPMC Neurosurgery) talks about Trigeminal Neuralgia. Dr. Eseonu explains what trigeminal neuralgia is, its symptoms, and treatments.

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