Exercise during curative chemotherapy for breast cancer has proven benefits. It helps reduce fatigue, preserve muscle strength, improve fitness, and enhance overall quality of life. Staying physically active…
With a wave of FDA approvals and promising clinical trials, treatment options for metastatic breast cancer are expanding fast. Amy Tiersten, MD, highlights the power of immunotherapies—especially checkpoint…
This video provides an overview of high-yield endocrine disorders for the MCAT, focusing on hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, along with related topics. The tutor explains the basics of the…
Sam Ellis, MD, a board-certified dermatologist, shares 10 skincare mistakes she would never make again, aiming to educate viewers on better practices. She highlights avoiding intense pulsed light…
The immune system defends against foreign substances, with antigens triggering an immune response. In some cases, excessive immune responses cause inflammation and tissue damage, known as an allergic…
Jennifer Lincoln, MD, a board-certified OBGYN, demonstrates a pelvic exam on a simulation model, explaining its components and purpose. She covers the external and internal anatomy assessed during…
University Gastroenterology’s Virginia Pierce, MS, FNP, explains that a capsule endoscopy is used to examine the small intestine, an area not reachable by traditional upper endoscopy or colonoscopy.…
Melanoma’s link to sun exposure may not be as straightforward as commonly thought. While outdoor workers have higher UV exposure, studies like a European case-control study and the…
There are two perspectives on mental health. Many people view conditions like depression and anxiety as fixed traits, something they have to cope with indefinitely. However, an alternative…
Sarah from BJC Health introduces an educational session on biologic drugs, specifically tailored for rheumatologists. The presentation explores biologics’ role in treating rheumatic conditions, emphasizing their targeted approach…
Serge Jabor, MD, professor of medicine and director of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolic Diseases at Jefferson, discusses his career, passion for endocrinology, and patient care. The conversation touches…
Hyperhidrosis, a condition of excessive sweating, affects common areas such as hands, feet, armpits, and face. Muneeb Shah, DO and Luke Maxfield, DO explain primary hyperhidrosis, which is…
