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Study Assesses the Duration of Long-Acting Contraceptives
Hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs) and contraceptive implants are garnering renewed attention in the United States because of their superior effectiveness over other forms of birth control, such as pills and condoms.
Pre-implantation Genetic Diagnosis
Washington University reproductive endocrinologists and fertility specialists at Barnes-Jewish Hospital have become a regional resource for patients with single-gene disorders who want pre-implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) to help them address the risk of passing on their disease to offspring.
Imaging Technique Examines Uterine Electrophysiology in Preterm Contractions
A new imaging tool under development will examine the electrophysiology of the uterus, with the ultimate goal of learning why some women experience preterm contractions and preterm birth while others do not.
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR): Overview
Physicians at the Washington University and Barnes-Jewish Heart & Vascular Center have extensive experience and expertise evaluating and treating people who may need transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR).
Microvascular Disease: Detection and Treatment Strategies
The microvasculature can be imaged at the bedside with continuous infusion of microbubbles (ultrasound contrast agents) or a slow bolus injection.
Revascularization Controversies in Simple and Complex Coronary Artery Disease
Coronary atherosclerosis is a diffuse vascular process and a life-long disease where optimal medical therapy is the foundation for all patients with CAD.
Precision Medicine at the Extremes of Heritability
Rahul Deo, MD, PhD and Assistant Professor in the Division of Cardiology at UCSF discusses how a type of facial recognition-based strategy is possible for segmentation within an echocardiogram.
AngioVac Procedure: Treatment for Deep Venous Thrombosis
Dr. Mohamed A. Zayed discusses how the AngioVac device offers an alternative to existing therapies that treat venous thromboembolism.
Advances in Endovascular Treatment of Intracranial Aneurysms
Dr. Joshua Osbun, Washington University neurosurgeon and neuroradiologist at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, reviews indications and general considerations for endovascular treatment of intracranial aneurysms. The lecture discusses recent advances in aneurysm treatments and the history of endovascular treatment of aneurysms.
Empowering our Youth: How Teaching CPR in Schools Creates a Generation of First-Responders (and Saves Lives!) – 2016 AHA Symposium, Part 7
Lindsay Davis, Miss Ohio 2011 and patient advocate for SCA, discusses the importance of making CPR mandatory in high school.
Treating VT like Cancer: Entirely Noninvasive Cardiac Mapping and Ablation – 2016 AHA Symposium, Part 6
Dr. Phillip Cuculich and Dr. Clifford Grant Robinson discuss noninvasive cardiac mapping and ablation, including understanding the effects of radioablation, what is cardiac radiobiology and how and where to deliver energy.
Too Soon? Too Late? When to Refer for Catheter Ablation? – 2016 AHA Symposium, Part 5
Dr. Daniel Cooper discusses the importance of choosing the right patient at the right time for catheter ablation, minimizing ICD shocks and erring on the side of early referral to maximize the benefits for the patient.
Do the Genes Fit? When to Order Genetic Testing? – 2016 AHA Symposium, Part 4
Dr. Nathan Stitziel discusses when to order genetic testing, how the patient should be evaluated for genetic testing and the genetic causes of SCA.
When to Put on the Vest and When to Take it Off? Appropriate Use of Wearable Defibrillators – 2016 AHA Symposium, Part 1
Dr. Marye Gleva discusses when a patient should wear a cardioverter-defibrillator, the risk factors associated with not wearing one and how a WCD works.
Yes or No: Can My Patient With an ICD Have an MRI? – 2016 AHA Symposium, Part 3
Dr. Pamela K. Woodard discusses at the AHA Conference if patients who have an ICD can have an MRI, the types of ICDs for MRI scanning and the risks of MRI scanning patients with a CIED.
Where Did the Leads Go? When is Subcutaneous ICD the Right Choice? – 2016 AHA Symposium, Part 2
Dr. Mitchell N. Faddis discusses how subcutaneous ICD shocks avoid myocardial injury, if implantation is safe and effective and which patients are the ideal candidates for an SICD.
Challenges in the Development of Novel Cardiovascular Therapies: New Target for Lowering LDL: PCSK-9 - Cardiology Grand Rounds
Chief Medical Officer of Amgen, Paul Eisenberg, MD, discusses the insights he has learned working on drug development, specifically the cardiovacscular drug that lowers LDL, PCSK-9.
Optimal Medical Treatment: The Holy Grail - Cardiology Grand Rounds
University of Alabama cardiologist Vera Bittner, MD, MSPH, discusses the barriers and opportunities in the implementation of optimal medical treatment.
Atrial Fibrillation: Impact and Future Developments - Cardiology Grand Rounds
Cleveland Clinic cardiologist Bruce D. Lindsay, MD, FACC, FHRS, gives the viewer insight into the future of atrial fibrillation. Dr. Lindsay discusses the mapping of AF, types of AF and what advances in technology may alter current approaches to ablation
Heart Failure in African Americans: A Still Unresolved Question – Cardiology Grand Rounds
Northwestern University cardiologist Clyde W. Yancy, MD, MSc, discusses heart failure in African Americans, who have a disproportionate burden of heart disease. Dr. Yancy discusses how there is a need for treatment to reduce the effects of heart disease within the African American population.
Brain Aneurysms
Washington University neurosurgeon Gregory Zipfel, MD, discusses and demonstrates ways to optimize surgical management of aneurysms. Dr. Zipfel also analyzes therapeutic strategies for improving outcomes after cerebrovascular surgery.
Minimally Invasive Approaches to the Brain
Washington University neurosurgeon Albert Kim, MD, PhD, discusses advanced treatment options for brain tumors, including endoscopic approaches, and eyebrow and eyelid incisions.
Cervical Spinal Alignment: from Text Neck to Dropped Heads
Washington University neurosurgeon Ian Dorward, MD, discusses surgical minimally invasive treatments options for a variety of spine conditions.
Resilience Engineering to Create a High Reliability Organization
Dr. Drews will introduce you to the principles of resilience engineering and show you how to include elements of resilience and adherence engineering to your own organization.
