Archive for April 2023

Obstructive sleep apnea is a common yet serious sleep disorder that can significantly affect a person’s physical and mental health. While non-surgical treatments are usually the first option for managing this condition, some cases require surgical intervention for the best results. Our team of multidisciplinary experts use 3D virtual surgical planning technology to provide personalized…

Mayo Clinic offers individualized care for patients with melanoma of all stages. Our expert team provides advanced treatments, including minimally invasive surgery and intralesional therapy. With our focus on innovation and patient-centered care, there is hope for every patient.  To learn more about melanoma, click here: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/melanoma/care-at-mayo-clinic/mac-20374894   Patients with melanoma at all stages can…

We sit down with vitreoretinal surgeon Dr. Tim Olsen to discuss screening for fungal endophthalmitis. Where did the traditional screening dogma originate and why? What are the potential harms from excessive screening? And finally, what do we do with this information when working with other medical specialties?    Breazzano MP, et al; AAO. American Academy…

Dr. Sophie Bakri, Chair of the Mayo Clinic Department of Ophthalmology joins the podcast to discuss her vision for the future of ophthalmology. Dr. Bakri discusses the inception of Mayo Ophthalmology Podcast and having a voice in our field as an academic institution. How do we consume information? What are the opportunities for innovation? How…

You can make healthy snacks taste delicious with only a few ingredients. Medjool dates are so nutritious because of their high fiber. #dates #medjooldates #darkchocolate #healthysnacks #highfiberfoods #webmd #shorts

Stress on the job affects not only your productivity, but also your physical and mental health. Here are five simple tips to help you unwind and recharge.

What causes depression? Dr. Craig Sawchuk, Ph.D., L.P., a clinical psychologist at Mayo Clinic, talks you through some of the common symptoms and treatments for depression. Get informed: https://bit.ly/4119RIZ #BreakingDownDepression #UnderstandingDepression #MayoClinic #MentalHealth #Depression #MajorDepressiveDisorder #Anxiety #Shorts

A multidisciplinary team of Mayo Clinic transplant surgeons, nephrologists, dietitians and endocrinologists is helping remove obesity as a barrier to kidney transplantation. Dr. Aleksandra Kukla, a Mayo Clinic nephrologist, helped create the program, which can sometimes include bariatric surgery, the most effective and durable weight loss method. Some patients are able to be listed for…

Cochlear implant surgery can be a life-changing procedure for individuals with severe hearing loss. In this video, Nathan Connell, M.D., an ENT physician with Mayo Clinic Health System, answers questions about what a person can expect following the surgery, including how long it will take to hear better and the vital role audiologists play in…