Health Library

Chronic sinusitis is a common condition in which the cavities around nasal passages (sinuses) become inflamed and swollen, interfering with breathing and causing mucus to build up.

Acute pain and chronic pain are two different beasts. Chronic pain needs to be perceived and treated like other chronic conditions, using similar paradigms to optimize the condition.

The vast majority of hearing loss is simple age related. There are no surgical or medical interventions for the millions of people in the U.S. who have hearing loss, but technological advances have made tremendous improvements in hearing aids.

One of a series of seminars about caregiving responsibilities, issues, conflicts, solutions and resources for caregivers. All programs focus on the caregiver, his/her well-being and the issues that may occur.

Diagnosing mysterious medical cases has captured the imagination of the general populace through shows like House, MD. At Stanford, a real-life diagnostic clinic called the Consultative Medicine Clinic has been started by Dr. Bryant Lin.

Each of us experiences changes in memory and thinking as we age. Exciting new research opens windows onto early and accurate diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and brings hope for new therapies that may help.

Lecture draws upon ancient mindfulness principles & teaches you how apply them to your life & situations. You'll learn how to develop a better awareness of your body & mind, & learn self-care - using breath, your five senses & the power of intention.

Pelvic pain affects both women and men. This talk discusses common causes of pelvic pain as well as associated symptoms and treatment options from the perspective of a pain medicine specialist. A range of causes are discussed

This talk focuses on the very current robotic surgical techniques used for treating ovarian, endometrial and cervical cancers and its advantages and outcomes.

One of a series of seminars about caregiving responsibilities, issues, conflicts, solutions and resources for caregivers. All programs focus on the caregiver, his/her well-being and the issues that may occur.

One of a series of seminars about caregiving responsibilities, issues, conflicts, solutions and resources for caregivers. All programs focus on the caregiver, his/her well-being and the issues that may occur.

One of a series of seminars about caregiving responsibilities, issues, conflicts, solutions and resources for caregivers. All programs focus on the caregiver, his/her well-being and the issues that may occur.

One of a series of seminars about caregiving responsibilities, issues, conflicts, solutions and resources for caregivers. All programs focus on the caregiver, his/her well-being and the issues that may occur.

One of a series of seminars about caregiving responsibilities, issues, conflicts, solutions and resources for caregivers. All programs focus on the caregiver, his/her well-being and the issues that may occur.

A talk about prostate cancer given by Stanford experts on the topics of Prostate Cancer Screening and Watchful Waiting; New Targeted Biopsy Techniques and Surgical Treatments for Prostate Cancer; Prostate Implants and other Radiation Treatments.

This talk reviews the causes of low back pain with specific attention to both serious causes that need immediate attention, and those that warrant more of a management approach.

Advance care planning involves making decisions about the medical care you would want to receive if you become unable to speak for yourself. It's essential to share and document your priorities.

New understanding of the basic biology of ovarian cancer has led to more accurate diagnosis and specialized treatments that are based on the location of the cancer and its cellular anatomy.

(November 6, 2012) Dr. Spiegel describes the inevitability of stress and explains how one can employ smart survivorship by learning to cope with anxiety effectively.

(October 2, 2012) Daniel Fortuño explains the complicated system of different types of healthcare coverage and shares some tips on how to maximize your individual benefits while reducing cost.

Dr. Amanda Withrow talks about how cancer patients and survivors can maintain their quality of life while undergoing treatment and recovery. (September 12, 2012)

cancer, patient, medicine, health, survivor, family, treatment, hospital, sexual health, innovation, male, female

David Ketter gives a talk on emerging new treatments and medications for mood disorders. He then discusses how the newest treatments can offer hope for the future.

Robert Villanueva talks about NAMI and its functions. He then discusses his own battles with Bipolar disorder and recounts a multitude of anecdotes.

Ellen Frudakis gives an overview of the International Bipolar Foundation. She explains its formation and discusses the foundation's work in the field of Mood Disorders.

Sheri Johnson compares and contrasts the triggers of mania and bipolar disorder. She then explains how we can use these triggers to predict different mood disorders.

Jenifer Culver gives an overview of cognitive behavioral therapy. She then uses data to show whether or not the therapy works. Finally, she describes the many available resources one can utilize.

Mytilee Vemuri discusses how mood disorders effect women specifically. She then discusses the ways in which mood disorder symptoms overlap with menopausal symptoms.

Trisha Suppes gives a brief overview of DSM-5 and explains her interest in Bipolar Disorder. She then discusses how analyzing brain activity can change the way mood disorders are categorized and diagnosed.

Terence A. Ketter welcomes the audience to the 8th Annual Mood Disorders Education Day. He seeks to provide updated information on the diagnosis and treatment of mood disorders as well as a forum for questions.

Over half of all cancers are skin cancers, and melanoma causes the majority (75%) of deaths related to skin cancer. Kevin Wang gives an overview on two types of skin cancer, their frequency, patterns for recognition, therapy, and treatment. (June, 2011)

Migraine is an intense and often debilitating type of headache which affects nearly 24 million Americans every year. Meredith Barad talks about migraine's causes and how it is diagnosed and differentiated from other kinds of headaches. (May 2, 2011)

Glenn Chertow discusses diagnosis and treatment of hypertension, the most common cardiovascular disease with serious health implications. He focuses on new research and ongoing clinical studies. (May 12, 2011)

A common misperception is that we do not need as much sleep as we age, but Dr. Rachel Manber explains why the human body needs a good night sleep. She dives into sleeping misconceptions and discusses ways to have good sleeping habits. (May 5, 2011)

Allergies affect one out of every five people in the United States. In this discussion Dr. Sean McGhee looks at what allergies are and aren't, in order to show ways that the symptoms of allergies can be reduced and kept in check. (April 21, 2011)

Balance problems can occur for a variety of reasons, which makes them incredibly difficult to diagnose and can deeply affect the quality of one's life. Dr. Helen Bronte-Stewart and Dr. Gerald R. Popelka look at some of the causes. (March 17, 2011)

Jessica Goldman has been forced to limit herself to a very low sodium diet. Instead of being content with a lifetime of bland and tasteless food, Goldman has worked to explore the world beyond salt. (April 7, 2011)

As the we age our feet change and present us with problems we've never had before. Dr. Kenneth Hunt focuses on the changes that feet undergo as the body ages, and exposes common problems that ail many patients. (March 23, 2011)

Jose Montoya addresses Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). The disorder causes extreme fatigue that is unchanged by rest and interferes with one's daily life. (March 3, 2011)

Laser vision correction surgery continues to be refined and developed, and this talk will focus on the state of the art in laser vision correction surgery including LASIK, PRK and phakic intraocular lenses. (March 10, 2011)

Irene Wapnir, MD discusses the field of breast cancer treatment and its many modalities. She focuses on the appropriate use of surgery as a treatment for breast cancer and its possible outcomes. (January 13, 2011)

David Peng explores the dermatological issue of rashes. He discusses the many skin conditions where there is an outbreak of bumps on the body that changes how the skin looks and feels; the most common rashes; treatments for them. (November 18, 2010)