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Advances (and Uncertainties) in Oncology: Current and Future Roles of Antibody Drug Conjugates
Focusing on common bladder, lung and breast cancers, three UCSF oncologists describe how antibody drug conjugates (ADCs) are changing the treatment landscape, especially for refractory casesCAR T-Cells for Hematologic Malignancies and Beyond
In this data-drenched discussion, UCSF specialists review how CAR T-cells are being used in hematologic malignancies, including aggressive lymphoma and difficult-to-treat myeloma, as well as for solid tumors, and reveal what's on the horizon with regard to these products.Breast Oncology
Expert care and transformative research working together to improve both survival and quality of lifeBetter Cancer Care: Pearls From the Best Studies of 2022
Focusing on blood, breast and lung cancers, our specialists deliver exciting findings from the latest phase III trials.Spine Center
The UCSF Spine Center offers comprehensive management for all disorders of the spine, spinal cord and nerve roots.Could This Precision Medicine Approach Help Patients Delay Dementia?
Combining genetic risk with cardiovascular disease risk factors — such as high LDL cholesterol, obesity, and hypertension — may predict who is more likely to develop dementia, according to a new study led by UC San Francisco.Epilepsy Center
The UCSF Epilepsy Center is the Bay Area’s premier level 4 epilepsy center, the highest possible rating from the National Association of Epilepsy Centers.2019-20 Referral Services Guide
UCSF Health is recognized throughout the world for innovative treatments, advanced technology, collaboration among clinicians and scientists, and a highly compassionate team of patient care providers.How Personalized, Evidence-Based Care Improves High-Risk Pregnancy Outcomes
High-risk complications occur in 6% to 8% of pregnancies in the U.S. and require specialized treatment to ensure the best possible outcomes for both the pregnant patient and the fetus.Memory and Cognitive Disorders: The Latest Prevention, Diagnostic and Treatment Strategies
In this webinar, behavioral neurologist Bruce Miller, MD, director of the UCSF Memory and Aging Center, discusses Alzheimer’s disease (AD), frontotemporal dementia (FTD), Parkinson’s disease dementia (PDD) and dementia with Lewy body disease (DLB).Improving Diagnosis of Aortic Stenosis with Genetics and AI
Joint UCSF and Broad Institute study investigates genetic basis for development of of Aortic Stenosis.Prominent Thoracic Surgeon to Lead New Division of Thoracic Surgery at UCSF
Johannes R. Kratz, MD, has been appointed as the inaugural Chief of UCSF’s Division of Thoracic Surgery, one of the leading, academic robotic thoracic surgery programs in the western United States.Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) Case Study
Edward Hsiao, MD, discusses a case of Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP), a rare bone disease treated at the UCSF Metabolic Bone Clinic. Dr. Hsiao points out the challenges in caring for FOP, recent research and ongoing trials.From the Lab to the Living Room: Decoding Parkinson’s Patients’ Movements in the Real World
For people living with Parkinson’s disease, this gap between laboratory research and real-world behavior has limited efforts to improve gait symptoms outside of the clinic.UCSF Musculoskeletal Center is Redefining Pain Management and Non-surgical Treatments for Complex Conditions
At the UCSF Musculoskeletal Center, innovative research is changing how we approach musculoskeletal conditions. By going beyond traditional treatments and exploring cutting-edge technology, the center is pioneering new solutions to complex health issues affecting millions.Solving the Mysteries of the Pelvic Floor: A Guide for Primary Care
Underdiagnosed and undertreated, loss of bladder control is a common issue that both embarrassed patients and time-pressed clinicians often hesitate to mention.Step Inside UCSF’s Newly Opened Pride Hall: A Cutting-Edge Hub for Orthopaedic Innovation, Research, and Education
The UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is pleased toshare a new video tour of the state-of-the-art Orthopaedic Floors of Pride Hall, part of the Orthopaedic Trauma Institute at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital.UCSF Thoracic Surgery Leaders Discuss Diagnostic and Surgical Innovations to Treat Lung Cancer and Lung Diseases
Robotic-assisted surgery at UCSF allows thoracic surgeons to perform intricate procedures with a high level of precision and dexterity, providing optimal patient outcomes.High Risk for Breast Cancer: Methods and Schedules to Ensure Optimal Screening
Hematologist-oncologist Elham Vosoughi, MD, starts with an update on breast cancer stats, noting that incidence in the United States is increasing by 1% every year – with an even sharper rise for women under 50.Making Sense of MGUS: How to Detect Plasma Cell Disorders and Assess Associated Risks
Affecting up to 5% of the U.S. population (and increasingly common with age), monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS) raises the risk of multiple myeloma, but – as its full name suggests – it can be hard to say by how much.Getting Ahead of Anal Cancer: Assess Risk and Screen Appropriately to Prevent Advanced Disease
“Don’t assume it's just a hemorrhoid,” says infectious disease specialist Cristina Brickman, MD, MSCE, in her talk on protecting high-risk patients from anal and perianal cancerEating to Stay Strong: Heart-Health Facts and Real-Life Tips for Older Patients
When patients notice muscle loss and weight gain – and start worrying about their cholesterol – they want simple, actionable adviceHematuria and Other Common Urinary Concerns: A Guide for PCPs
Blood in urine is common – and stressful for patients, who want an immediate diagnosis.Ross Procedure for Aortic Valve Disease: Why It's the Superior Option in Younger Patients
Cardiac surgeon Marko T. Boskovski, MD, MHS, MPH, provides compelling data on the ultimate failure of traditional valve replacements to support the lifespan of physically active non-elderly adults and describes the value of the Ross procedure.