Lung cancer comes in two main types: non-small cell and small cell. Each has different patterns, growth rates, and treatment needs. Smoking is the top risk factor, but…
Roughly 30,000 Americans are diagnosed with multiple myeloma each year—a rare but serious cancer of the plasma cells. Historically treated with chemotherapy, patients often faced recurring disease and…
Friedrich Kueppers, MD, Professor of Medicine and Immunology, Temple University School of Medicine, discusses screening for COPD. References and Resources Hemminki K, Li X, Sundquist K, Sundquist J.…
Francis Cordova, MD, Medical Director, Lung Transplantation Program, Temple University School of Medicine, discusses when to refer patients for transplantation. References and Resources Goldberg HJ, Deykin A. Advances…
Gilbert E. D’Alonzo, MD, Professor of Medicine, Temple University School of Medicine, discusses COPD amongst baby boomers. References and Resources Minakata Y, Sugiura H, Yamagata T, et al.…
DNA methylation may provide clues to boost detection of prostate cancer and prevent unnecessary biopsies according to a prospective study presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology…
Wissam Chatila, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine, Temple University School of Medicine, discusses obstructive sleep apnea and the importance of education for those who suffer from this. References…
Wissam Chatila, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine, Temple University School of Medicine, discusses snoring and sleep apnea. References and Resources Mitsikostas DD, Vikelis M, Viskos A. Refractory chronic…
James P. Moises, MD, Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery, Department of Emergency Medicine, Clerkship Director of Emergency Medicine, Tulane University Hospital and Clinic, discusses the management for closed…
Ellen Tedaldi, MD, Professor of Internal Medicine, Director of HIV Program, Temple University School of Medicine, discusses non-compliance with HIVAIDS meds as well as ways to decrease the…
