10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
Impact of Stress on the Body
Sherita Hill Golden, M.D., M.H.S.
Join endocrinologist Dr. Sherita Golden as she talks about the biological responses to stress and how it may increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease. Hear how certain strategies can reduce stress and the accompanying risks of diabetes, heart disease and weight gain. L1
HEADlines
Jason Rosenberg, M.D.
An under-recognized, often mismanaged condition, migraine headaches will affect nearly one-third of all women over their lifetime. Neurologist Dr. Jason Rosenberg explains the workup of headaches that commonly disable otherwise healthy, productive people. Learn the causes, who's at risk, the role of hormones, potential complications and proper treatment. A1
The Skinny on Metabolism
Gabriele Ronnett, M.D., Ph.D.
Metabolism uses energy and provides fuel to maintain life. Neuroscientist Dr. Gabriele Ronnett provides insight into this process, our bodies' ability to regulate our metabolism and address our ability to alter its efficiency. R1
Straight Talk: The Female Spine
Timothy Witham, M.D., FACS
Neurosurgeon Dr. Timothy Witham explores common degenerative conditions of the cervical and lumbar spine and issues specific to women, such as osteoporosis and scoliosis. Nonsurgical and surgical treatment options will be discussed. P1
The Search for Eternal Youth
Rebecca Kazin, M.D.
Listen as dermatologist Dr. Rebecca Kazin reveals what can be achieved with a good skin care regimen. Learn the ingredients necessary for quality skin care and how to make sense of the skin care counter. W1
Lessons of the Women's Health Initiative
Wen Shen, M.D.
The Women's Health Initiative, the nation's first comprehensive study of the impact of hormone replacement therapy in post-menopausal women challenges previous assumptions. Gynecologist Dr. Wen Shen explains lessons learned from this landmark research and its impact on post-menopausal women. M1
Picture This!
Elliot Fishman, M.D.
Today, most medical diagnoses and treatment plans are based on noninvasive imaging. Join radiologist Dr. Elliot Fisherman for a tour of state-of-the art medical imaging procedures as he provides insights into 3-D imaging of the body, including the heart, lungs and abdominal organs. D1
Understanding Dementia and Alzheimer's
Peter Rabins, M.D., M.P.H.
Alzheimer's Disease is just one type of dementia. Explore the differences between dementia and Alzheimer's Disease with psychiatrist Dr. Peter Rabins as he identifies three new treatments for Alzheimer's Disease. I1
