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Headache Update - Module 4
See the latest treatments for migraines (some not on the market yet), including lasmaditan (a serotonin 1F receptor agonist), DHE via inhalation and medicines to block CGRP. Plus: infusions for refractory headaches, intractable primary headaches and more.
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Screening for Breast Cancer in an Era of Breast Density Legislation
Get an in-depth look at evidence for mammography as a screening tool to reduce mortality via early detection of breast cancer. Also: the value of breast density legislation, density assessments and supplemental screening options like MRI and ultrasound.
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Cancer Immunotherapy: Promise and Pitfalls
Oncologist David Oh speaks at the October 2017 Bay Area Breast Cancer Forum about key developments in immunotherapy like immune checkpoint inhibitors and T-cell therapies, plus its use in experimental approaches to breast cancer treatment.
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Salivary Gland Transfer for Head & Neck Cancer Patients
Discover the surprising way a simple surgery can vastly improve quality of life for head and neck cancer patients after radiation treatment. How? By moving the submandibular gland out of the way of the most intense radiation to prevent xerostomia.
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The Human Microbiome and Breast Cancer
Immunologist Michael Campbell and breast cancer surgeon Laura Esserman speak at the April 2017 Bay Area Breast Cancer Forum about the human biome, how it’s being studied and how it relates to breast cancer prevention and treatment.
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Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: State of the Art and Future Directions
A neurosurgeon who specializes in spines describes the technique and benefits of state-of-the-art minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS), presenting six case studies that show when MISS is a great option and when open surgery is required.
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Updates from the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 2017
A June 2017 Bay Area Breast Cancer Forum discussion of updates from the ASCO annual meeting, covering PARP inhibitors, germline BRCA mutations, HER2-positive cancer, patient-reported outcomes, immunotherapy and more. Moderator: Dr. Hope Rugo
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Personalized Therapy for Early-Stage Lung Cancer at UCSF
Follow the journey of a UCSF patient with early-stage, high-risk lung cancer, from history to treatment and prognosis, including how surgeons chose to do a robotic assisted VATS lobectomy and an analysis of how well chemo is likely to work for her.
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Focused Transsylvian Approach for a Left Posterior Insular Cavernous Malformation: 3D Operative Video
Watch and hear narration for a complete resection of a left posterior insular cavernous malformation measuring 1.2 centimeters, using a focused transsylvian approach. You’ll see 3D pre- and postoperative images and hear about the patient’s outcome.
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Multiple Myeloma: Cutting-Edge Induction and Maintenance Therapies Lead to Improved Response Rates and Survival for Newly Diagnosed Patients
Take a deep dive into therapy options for newly diagnosed myeloma patients: whether three drugs are better than two, the case for lenalidomide maintenance therapy, the many improvements in induction treatment, the future of immunotherapy, and more.
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Fibroids: Overview and Current Treatments
Learn the facts about fibroids and various treatment options. Five case histories illustrate and explain myomectomy, MRI-guided focused ultrasound (MRGFUS), uterine artery embolization (UAE), laparoscopic radiofrequency ablation, and hysterectomy.
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Headache Update - Module 5
Explore three case studies: An overscheduled high school student with menstrual headaches, a tech company CEO with daily headaches and medication overuse, and a man in his 60s with limited treatment options due to diabetes and other health concerns.
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Overview of Fibroids
Dr. Jeannette Lager gives an overview of her presentation on the types and classification of fibroids.
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Types and Classifications of Fibroids
Dr. Jeannette Lager discusses the three types of fibroids; submucosal, intramural and subserosal.
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Evaluation & Common Presentation of Fibroids
Dr. Jeannette Lager examines the presentation of fibroids in ultrasound, MRI and CT imaging.
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Treatment Options for Fibroids
Dr. Jeannette Lager gives an overview of treatment options for uterine fibroids, including expectant and medical management.
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Case Studies: Fibroids
Dr. Jeannette Lager presents case studies to illustrate hysteroscopic myomectomy, MRI-guided focused ultrasound (MRGFUS), uterine artery embolization (UAE), laparoscopic radiofrequency ablation and hysterectomy in the treatment of fibroids.
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Uterine Fibroids Conclusions
Dr. Jeannette Lager concludes her presentation on uterine fibroids by recapping the types and classifications, common presentations and medical treatment options.
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Diagnostic Criteria for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Heather Gibson Huddleston, MD, discusses the basics of PCOS, diagnostic criteria and the impact of weight and BMI.
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Insulin, PCOS and Systemic Interconnections
Heather Gibson Huddleston, MD, takes a look at insulin resistance and how that contributes to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) as a multisystem disorder.
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Multidisciplinary Approach to Treating PCOS
Heather Gibson Huddleston, MD, explains the multidisciplinary approach used by the UCSF Center for Reproductive Health when treating patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), as well as additional options for treatment models.
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Managing PCOS with a Comprehensive Care Plan
Heather Gibson Huddleston, MD, details the comprehensive care plan for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) used at the UCSF Center for Reproductive Health.
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Using Clinical Trials Results to Determine the Management of PCOS
Heather Gibson Huddleston, MD, reviews data from several trials related to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
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Osteoporosis and the UCSF Metabolic Bone Clinic
Edward Hsiao, MD, gives an overview of osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease treated at the UCSF Metabolic Bone Clinic, based in the UCSF Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
