University of California researchers and clinicians keep you in the know about the latest in aging and senior health research.
Research suggests that listening to or singing songs can provide emotional and behavioral benefits for people with Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Theresa Allison provides an overview of music in the context of dementia and caregiving relationships. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37150]
To study aging, scientists are looking to outer space. Space travel causes changes to the body that are similar to aging. Dr. Sonja Schrepfer, UCSF Division of Adult Cardiothoracic Surgery, investigates space-related physiological changes, similar to those observed during aging, including defects in bone healing, loss of cardiovascular and neurological capacity, and altered immune function. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 36869]
As we age, physical health declines but people report feeling more satisfied and content. Why is that? Dilip V. Jeste, MD explains that wisdom may be key. This complex trait can be harnessed to increase compassion, aid in self regulation, and much more. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36485]
The UC San Diego Center for Healthy Aging has a focus on the positives of aging. Learn about their unique lens on longevity, the center's training programs for medical students, and their community outreach services. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36487]
For over two decades, geriatric psychiatrist Dilip Jeste, MD, has led the search for the biological and cognitive roots of wisdom. In this talk, Dr. Jeste reflects on the emerging field of the neurobiology of wisdom, its promise to help alleviate the modern epidemic of loneliness, and ways to nurture and grow this complex trait. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36624]
Alison Moore, MD, MPH, FACP, AGSF and Khai Nguyen, MD, MHS discuss the importance of age-friendly care. Excerpted from the September 11, 2020 UC San Diego Foundation Board Meeting. Series: "UC San Diego Foundation Board" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36417]
Digital tools including mobile apps, wearable sensors, and social network platforms offer unprecedented opportunities in health research and healthcare. However, this rapidly emerging sector is outpacing existing regulatory structures and challenging norms for ethical practice. Camille Nebeker, EdD, MS, Associate Professor of Behavioral Medicine in the Department of Family Medicine & Public Health at the UC San Diego School of Medicine describes how technologies, including wearable sensors and artificial intelligence, are leveraged to capture personal health data and infer health status. Nebeker presents the ethical considerations specific to informed consent, risks of harm and potential benefits while underscoring the role that funding agencies, policy makers, researchers, ethicists, and editors have in creating the infrastructure needed to advance safe digital health research and practice. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Show ID: 35144]
How wisdom is defined and measured in the laboratory, the biology of wisdom, its dynamic relationship with culture, wisdom and aging, wisdom and health, and how we might build wiser societies. THis animation is based on "The New Science of Practical Wisdom" published by Johns Hopkins University Press in the journal Perspectives in Biology and Medicine. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Show ID: 35488]
As societal stresses have increased, loneliness and social isolation have become silent killers. Dilip Jeste, MD, a geriatric neuropsychiatrist who specializes in successful aging, explains how loneliness has become an epidemic, the risk factors, helpful interventions, and how we can harness wisdom for compassion, self regulation, and more. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Show ID: 35226]
Bones are dynamic and continue to rebuild themselves, even as we age. Bone remodeling is supported by a healthy diet and by regular physical activity. Join Vicky Newman, MS, RDN to learn more about dietary choices that help calcium stay in our bones and out of our blood vessels to support both bone strength and arterial flexibility. Adequate calcium, vitamin D, vitamin K, and several trace minerals are all important, as is enough protein and alkaline minerals like magnesium. Our food, supplement, and activity choices help protect bone strength and structural flexibility to help prevent injury and speed healing. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35100]
Fragility fractures occur in structurally weak bones due to aging and bone loss - osteoporosis. Dr. Anthony Ding explains what “fragility fractures” are, where they occur, what they mean to you, and how they are treated. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34795]
Dr. Alan Zhang is an orthopedic surgeon at UCSF specializing in sports medicine and minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery of the hip, knee and shoulder. He explores conservative (non-surgical) treatment of the hip and also looks at hip arthroscopy surgery. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34794]
UCSF Spine Surgeon Dr. Alekos Theologis describes the causes of back and neck pain and explores the treatment options for degenerative disc disease, kyphosis and scoliosis, and osteoporosis. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34793]
Blood pressure is the force that moves blood through our circulatory system. Dr. Robert Baron explains what the two numbers mean in a reading and when it's too high. He also talks about strategies for lowering your blood pressure safely. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34158]
Gina Woods, MD, a board-certified endocrinologist lists the fractures commonly associated with the medical condition Osteoporosis. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34281]
Gina Woods, MD, a board-certified endocrinologist discusses the medical condition Osteoporosis. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34280]
Learn how to prevent and treat osteoporosis with Gina Woods, MD, a board-certified endocrinologist. She discusses how to preserve bone health, prevent fractures, and manage osteoporosis care with treatments that may include diet modification, exercise and medication. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34074]
Depression in older adults is under-recognized and under-treated. Sidney Zisook, MD shares the warning signs. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34116]
Depression in older adults is under-recognized and under-treated. Sidney Zisook, MD brings to light the challenges in getting the elderly to seek psychotherapy. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34117]
Surrogates are involved in nearly half of major medical decisions for hospitalized older adults. Dr. Eric Widera, UCSF Geriatric Medicine, and lawyer Sarah Hopper discuss why it is important to plan for the future and what happens if you don't. They also go over important components of future planning for health care, finances, and other decisions and provide resources to help plan for the future. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33748]
There are 1.5 million osteoporosis fractures per year in the US. Dr. Eric Meinberg emphasizes the effects of exercise on bone density. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34031]
One of the paths to healthy aging includes connecting with peers and building friendships. UCSF's Dr. Carla Perissinotto reviews the concepts of loneliness and social isolation; describe the effects of loneliness and connections on health, and discuss framework for maintaining connections and addressing loneliness. Then, Amber Carroll talks about the connections programs Well Connected and Social Call. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33747]
Most large hospitals have targeted resources to help older adults with severe acute illness. Dr. Candace Kim, UCSF Geriatric Medicine, talks about potential stressors and specialized services. Knowing about the options and how the system works will help prepare you to navigate the hospital and care transitions more effectively. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33746]
Drs. Kaitlin Willham and Heather Nye explain the idea of pre-habilitation:enhancing functional capacity before surgery to improve a person’s ability to withstand the upcoming stressor of surgery. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33745]
Five myths about aging are debunked: Older people are either super healthy or super frail; You are completely responsible for how well you age; Older people will eventually lose their memory; Most older people will end up in nursing homes; There is nothing to look forward to in older age. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33744]
Geriatrician Dr. John Newman looks at therapies that target mechanisms of aging to prevent, delay, or treat a wide range of age-related diseases and conditions. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33743]
Fractures in an older population are common and require specialized treatment. Dr. Eric Meinberg looks at the knee, Dr. Richard Coughlin the ankle and Dr. Paul Toogood discusses Periprosthetic fractures (a broken bone that occurs around an implant) and Dr. Richard Coughlin discusses ankle fractures. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33742]
Three UCSF doctors look at aspects of fragility fractures. Fall prevention strategies with Dr. Karina Del Rosario. Exercises: Are they effective? with Dr. Masato Nagao. Post-fracture protocols: Are they different for the elderly? with Dr. Lisa Pascual Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33739]
Fractures of the pelvis and spine are among the most common type in older adults. Dr. Dave Shearer explores fractures of the pelvis and Dr. Trigg McClellan looks at fractures of the spine. Both are orthopedic surgeons at UCSF. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33741]
Dr. Nikki Schroeder and Dr. Utku Kandemir look at treatment for common upper extremity fractures of the wrist, elbow and shoulder. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33740]
Dr. Steven Pantilat, UCSF Professor of Medicine, describes the role of palliative care for people facing serious illness. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33867]
Hip fracture is likely to affect you, your friends and/or your family. Find out what they are, why and how they can be fixed, and the options for treatment with UCSF orthopaedic surgeons Dr. Saam Morshed and Dr. Paul Toogood. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33738]
There are 1.5 million osteoporosis fractures per year in the US. Dr. Eric Meinberg explores the steps to prevent osteoporosis, calculating your risk and treatment of various types of fractures. Then, Ralph Marcucio, PhD explores what the research shows about age and orthopaedic healing. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33737]
Jennifer A. Dresen, MSW, MPH. Chief of Health and Housing Services, The Arc San Francisco Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 33522]
The quality of life is as important as the quantity. Eli Puterman explores the health benefits of physical activity. Any exercise matters but more is better. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33475]
Douglas Ziedonis, MD, MPH, Associate Vice Chancellor for Health Sciences and Professor of Psychiatry at UC San Diego, discusses some informal practices of mindfulness. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33710]
Telomere length can be a marker for an aging immune system suggests Eli Puterman. Puterman discusses the function of telomeres, chromosomes and some recent studies. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33709]
What is spirituality and spiritual health? How can we effectively assess our own spirituality and identify spiritual distress in ourselves and others? Douglas Ziedonis, MD, MPH, Associate Vice Chancellor for Health Sciences and Professor of Psychiatry at UC San Diego, discusses the link between healthy aging and spirituality. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 33227]
Depression in older adults is under-recognized and under-treated. Sidney Zisook, MD, discusses bereavement and common stages people go through in order to move forward. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33483]
Jose S. Loredo, MD, MS, MPH, FCCP, FAASM lists the many causes of insomnia and how you can get better sleep. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33348]
Depression in older adults is under-recognized and under-treated. Sidney Zisook, MD, explores the initial response of bereavement, acute grief. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33482]
Jose S. Loredo, MD, MS, MPH, FCCP, FAASM describes REM sleep behavior disorder, RBD. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33349]
Orthopedic clinical specialist Wendy Katzman looks at avoiding fractures in older age with a focus on skeletal health. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33465]
When you are feeling dizzy and falling how do you get an accurate diagnosis of the root cause? Kimberley Bell, DPT is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a Vestibular Expert who specializes in treating patients with dizziness, vertigo, imbalance and unexplained repeated falls. She shares the typical symptoms to make note of and share with your doctor as well as treatment options. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33226]
Jose S. Loredo, MD, MS, MPH, FCCP, FAASM explains obstructive sleep apnea. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33350]
Jose S. Loredo, MD, MS, MPH, FCCP, FAASM lists methods used in treating obstructive sleep apnea. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33351]
People who are homeless use the most expensive parts of the healthcare system. Dr. Margot Kushel looks at older homeless adults and how the healthcare system can better care for them. Living on the street contributes to premature aging; many homeless people in their 50s have physical and cognitive disabilities more commonly seen in people in their 70s or 80s. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32940]
Vicky Newman, a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist shares dietary guidelines for Omega-3 fatty acid intake, particularly for a vegetarian diet. From flaxseeds, walnuts, avocados and spinach learn what plant sources can fulfill recommended omega-3 fatty acid requirements. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33149]
Vicky Newman, a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist with years of experience in dietary behavior change research, talks about the surprising health benefits of cholesterol. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33100]
Why do we sleep and how does it affect our bodies? Jose S. Loredo, MD, MS, MPH, FCCP, FAASM shares how you can get better sleep and how sleep changes as we age. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32678]
Vicky Newman, a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist shares dietary guidelines for Omega-3 fatty acid intake. From salmon, sardines and scallops learn how much seafood can benefit your health. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33063]
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