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How Stairs and Bike Paths Are Weapons for Health in New York City
On this episode of Health Issues, we explore how infrastructure and the layout of our cities impacts our health—either constraining or facilitating physical activity. With chronic diseases like diabetes, heart...
by Patient Power | 09/17/2010
Participatory Evidence: Opportunities & Threats
In medicine, evidence separates modern scientific treatment from Folk Art. Medical evidence is acquired through observation, experimentation, and information sharing in scientific peer-reviewed journals. When new treatments are used, millions...
by Patient Power | 08/04/2010
Are Generic Medicines Just as Good as Brand Names?
What is the difference between brand name medicines and generic ones? Why the price difference? Is one better than the other? Joining this Health Issues program is Dr. Tom Sawyer,...
by Patient Power | 06/18/2010
Should the food industry be more regulated for better health?
Rise in health care costs have largely been attributed to the rise in obesity among adults and children over the past decade. Should the food industry be placed at higher...
by Patient Power | 06/04/2010
Potential Complications of Multiple Births
Starting a family can be an exciting time in one’s life and welcoming multiples is a whole other entity. On this episode of Patient Power sponsored by UC San Diego...
by Patient Power | 03/08/2010
Promoting Patient Safety in the Supplement Industry
Regulation of the dietary supplement industry is often viewed as lenient, particularly when compared to that of the pharmaceutical industry. On this Health Issues program, Dr. Andrew Shao, Senior Vice...
by Patient Power | 03/05/2010
Should You Dump Your Primary Care Doctor?
Primary care physicians oversee basic diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of common illnesses and medical conditions. But what if you’ve lost confidence in your doctor's ability to address health concerns comprehensively?...
by Patient Power | 02/26/2010
Screening Controversy and the Next Wave of Patient Empowerment
Much of what patients heard about the new breast cancer screening guidelines in December of 2009 not only confused them, but also caused quite a debate. Do mammograms need to...
by Patient Power | 12/15/2009
Expert Perspective on Breast Cancer Screening
Talk from the November 15th, 2009, "How to be a Powerful Patient" event, featuring Dr. Connie Lehman, and many others.
by Patient Power | 11/15/2009
The Three “A’s” of What to Look for in a Physician
Talk from the November 15th, 2009, "How to be a Powerful Patient" event, featuring Dr. Benjamin Starnes, and many others.
by Patient Power | 11/15/2009
Setting the Tone with Your Nurse
Talk from the November 15, 2009 "How to be a Powerful Patient" Event featuring Lorie Willd, R.N.
by Patient Power | 11/15/2009
Meet “Tom & Jerry”
Talk from the November 15th, 2009, "How to be a Powerful Patient" event, featuring Anette Lusher, a lung transplant recipient, and many others.
by Patient Power | 11/15/2009
You’ve Always had the Power
Talk from the November 15th, 2009, "How to be a Powerful Patient" event, featuring Dr. Sunil Hingorani, and many others.
by Patient Power | 11/15/2009
Having a “Family Plan” for Medical Care
Talk from the November 15, 2009 "How to be a Powerful Patient" Event featuring Dr. Josh Benditt.
by Patient Power | 11/15/2009
Doctors Don’t Know Everything
Talk from the November 15th, 2009, "How to be a Powerful Patient" event, featuring Dr. Russ Van Gelder.
by Patient Power | 11/15/2009
Sight-Saving Neighborly Advice
Talk from the November 15th, 2009, "How to be a Powerful Patient" event, featuring Dr. Richard Munsen, and many others.
by Patient Power | 11/15/2009
The Importance of Getting a Second Opinion
Talk from the November 15th, 2009, "How to be a Powerful Patient" event, featuring Dr. Jens Chapman, Diane Osborne, and many others.
by Patient Power | 11/15/2009
Primary Care Tips for Patients
Talk from the November 15th, 2009, "How to be a Powerful Patient" event, featuring Dr. Doreen Kiss, and many others.
by Patient Power | 11/15/2009
A Transplant Surgeon’s Philosophy in Patient Care
Talk from the November 15th, 2009, "How to be a Powerful Patient" event, featuring Dr. Michael Mulligan, Anette Lusher, and many others.
by Patient Power | 11/15/2009
The Importance of Long Term Follow-up
Talk from the November 15th, 2009, "How to be a Powerful Patient" event, featuring Dr. Chappie Conrad, and many others.
by Patient Power | 11/15/2009
In-Person Powerful Patient Event
On Sunday, November 15th, 2009, at a community center near Seattle, 150 doctors, nurses, patients, and family members gathered to discuss "How to be a Powerful Patient" in very practical...
by Patient Power | 11/15/2009
Patient Empowerment and the World Wide Web
Now more than ever before, you and other patients are realizing the importance of taking charge of your personal health. What does it mean to be an empowered patient? How...
by Patient Power | 09/09/2009
Why the Silence on Women’s Sexual Health?
It seems like every ten minutes a Viagra commercial graces our eyes and ears. With the media sensationalizing sexual pleasure and male satisfaction, it’s often difficult to look at sexual...
by Patient Power | 08/07/2009
Cancer Survivorship: Treating More Than the Tumor
Treating just the tumor is not enough. With 12 million cancer survivors in this country, and more joining their ranks all the time, experts have to do better at not...
by Patient Power | 07/28/2009
What UW Medicine Health System Growth Means to You
The UW Medicine Health System, comprised of Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington Medical Center, UW Medicine Neighborhood Clinics, UW Physicians practice plan, and the UW School of Medicine, plays...
by Patient Power | 06/18/2009
Benefits of Survivorship Treatment Care Plans
What happens after a battle with cancer? Does life continue as if nothing ever happened? Fortunately, cancer survivorship is a word more people are familiarizing themselves with. On this episode...
by Patient Power | 05/13/2009
Preventing, Treating & Coping with Melanoma
In this hot topic interview, Andrew previews the NW Melanoma Symposium, to be held May 9, 2009, in Seattle, with similar events also being held around the country as part...
by Patient Power | 04/16/2009
How to be a Powerful and Healthy Cancer Survivor
A cancer diagnosis can be devastating. This is the time when patients need their families and friends the most. But what if you have beaten cancer? What happens after successful...
by Patient Power | 06/25/2008
Myeloma All Star in the Major Leagues
This Patient Power “Hot Topic” was recorded at spring training in Peoria, Arizona with the Seattle Mariners for a discussion with myeloma patient Mel Stottlemyre, former Yankees pitcher and current...
by Patient Power | 03/16/2008
The New Power of the Internet for Better Health
Learn how to use the Internet to get better health care.
by Patient Power | 03/09/2008
Benefits of a Children's Hospital
Children require specialized care because of their small and growing bodies. This care often involves special skills in communicating with children and their patients, customized equipment to accommodate the developing...
by Patient Power | 02/29/2008
CareToLive Update: Rally at the FDA for Reform
Learn from experts if the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is doing enough to get drugs on the market that have shown great promise in disease treatment.
by Patient Power | 09/20/2007
Cancer Survivorship
So what happens AFTER cancer? This Patient Power program addresses cancer survivors’ ongoing need for emotional and social support. The program stresses the need for survivors to stay educated about...
by Patient Power | 09/04/2007
Conquering Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic valve disease causes improper function of the aortic value, causing it not to open and close in a normal manner. This is a very serious condition that can be...
by Patient Power | 07/24/2007
Patient Doctor Relationship
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by Patient Power | 07/18/2007
Cancer In Young Adults
In this unique Patient Power program, two doctors – diagnosed with cancer in their prime - share how an untimely diagnosis inspired them to be better physicians. While cancer is...
by Patient Power | 07/11/2007
Surviving Breast Cancer: The Healing Power of Hope
We may see celebrities and outspoken activists talking about breast cancer and how it has changed their lives, but often the voices of ordinary women and survivors are not heard....
by Patient Power | 07/10/2007
Patient Empowerment: How to Fight the Insurance Company and Win!
Each year, some patients find themselves fighting the health insurance company just to stay alive. This may sound ludicrous, but it's a reality someone you know will face. While some...
by Patient Power | 06/27/2007
Why the FDA Moves Slowly and How it Affects You
When the Food and Drug Administration approves a drug there is often a substantial amount of media attention. Rarely, however, do the stories discuss how many years it took for...
by Patient Power | 04/09/2007
Hospital Medicine: What It Is and How It Can Help You
In the past ten years, the position of hospitalist has been on the rise at many hospitals and medical centers. Hospitalists are medical doctors who usually specialize in internal medicine,...
by Patient Power | 04/08/2007
Researching Your Cancer Diagnosis
Being diagnosed with cancer is often emotional and quite scary. It also sparks a lot of questions for both the patient and their loved ones. The University of Texas M....
by Patient Power | 04/03/2007
Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
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by Patient Power | 04/03/2007
Coping with the Shock of a Serious Diagnosis
When faced with the unexpected, we often are overwhelmed with fear about of what lies ahead. If you or a loved one have dealt with a devastating medical diagnosis, many...
by Patient Power | 03/23/2007
Medicine & Religion: The Connection
When you or a loved one is diagnosed with a serious illness, where do you turn? Who has the answers to help you? Many turn to religion in times of...
by Patient Power | 03/14/2007
Simple Steps to Prevent Cancer
by Patient Power | 03/06/2007
Psoriasis and Fibromyalgia: Patients Winning the Battle
Andrew Schorr, a leukemia survivor, has been a pioneer in the movement for each of us to become a smarter patient who retains control over their healthcare rather than blindly...
by Patient Power | 03/05/2007
Fall Prevention
by Patient Power | 02/19/2007
Cancer and Love
by Patient Power | 02/12/2007
How to Ensure Your Loved One Gets the Best Care When Hospitalized
When a loved one becomes seriously ill, we often feel lost and don’t know what to do to help. In this episode of Patient Power, you’ll learn how to navigate...
by Patient Power | 02/04/2007
The Critical Role of Nursing in Your Care
Nurses are vital in the care of a patient. How can nurses help you get the best care while you’re in the hospital? Lorie Wild joins Patient Power to give...
by Patient Power | 12/10/2006
Cancer as a Chronic Condition
by Patient Power | 11/14/2006
Coping with Anxiety Disorders
Rita Clark of Lake Forest, California is doing well now. But earlier, in her 20’s, she noticed nervousness that soon escalated to panic attacks. She worried she was crazy and...
by Patient Power | 11/12/2006
Cancer Prevention
by Patient Power | 11/08/2006
Heart Failure
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by Patient Power | 10/24/2006
How to Breathe Easier During the Allergy Season
Allergies and asthma are the most common causes of disability in the U.S. An estimated 20% of adults and 40% of children suffer from allergies, while 10% of children have...
by Patient Power | 09/24/2006
Colon Cancer: Lessons from a Loving Caregiver
It is often experiences hitting close to home that inspire us to advocate for causes we believe in. Whether it’s a family member succumbing to an illness or passion stemming...
by Patient Power | 03/26/2006
How Defibrillators Save Lives
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by Patient Power | 02/27/2006
Team Transplant: Winning a Second Chance at Life
On this special episode of Patient Power, host Andrew Schorr gives a tribute to the University of Washington’s “Team Transplant” - a group of individuals who have had a transplant...
by Patient Power | 11/27/2005
Faith and serious illness
by Patient Power | 08/28/2005
When to go to the Emergency Room
If you or a loved one isn't feeling well, how do you know if you should go to the emergency room? In this timeless Patient Power program, host Andrew Schorr...
by Patient Power | 07/03/2005
Informing People About Better Health: Making Information Accessible
The most informed patients get the best medical care. It is critical for patients to understand education about prevention and early warning signs. On top of that, people need a...
by Patient Power | 06/18/2005