3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Preserving Your Memory
Constantine Lyketsos, M.D.
What can we do about progressive decline in our memory as we age? Psychiatrist Dr. Constantine Lyketsos details changes in memory and cognition that may occur and provides strategies that can be used to retain memory. The benefits of exercise, mental activities and medications will be discussed. L4
Cigs and the City: The Extreme Makeover of Lung Cancer in Women
Stephen Yang, M.D., FACS, FCCP
Thoracic surgeon Dr. Stephen Yang and a special guest discuss recent changes in lung cancer, the fastest rising and #1 cancer killer in women. The facts and fictions will be demystified and the promise and progress of new treatments presented. Cancer prevention and smoking cessation also will be addressed. A4
Western Knowledge of Eastern Medicine
Anne Belcher, Ph.D., RN, ANEF, FAAN
Discover the role integrative medicine can play in preventing and treating disease from nurse Anne Belcher as she explores mind-body healing, acupuncture and massage therapy. She also will recommend when particular techniques may be advantageous for a variety of disorders and diseases. R4
Combating Aging
Michele Bellantoni, M.D.
Geriatrician Dr. Michele Bellantoni delineates the difference between normal aging and aging caused by chronic disease. Current research regarding genetics and the importance of lifestyle and strong, preventive primary care to preserve your health will be discussed. P4
Staying Abreast
Lisa Jacobs, M.D. and Nagi Khouri, M.D.
New tools are emerging to detect and treat breast cancer. Listen as radiologist Dr. Nagi Khouri distinguishes between MRI, digital mammography, ultrasound and other imaging technologies and breast surgeon Dr. Lisa Jacobs presents new management and operative strategies to improve the rate of breast preservation and cosmesis. W4
The Pill Box
Susan Zieman, M.D., Ph.D., FACC, FSGC
Drug reactions can cause serious side effects. Geriatric cardiologist Dr. Susan Zieman exposes the dangers of multiple medications particularly in the context of aging. Optimal doses, recognition of side effects and avoidance of interactions between medications, over-the-counter drugs, supplements and herbal remedies will be discussed. M4
Women and Clinical Trials
Daniel Ford, M.D.
Clinical trials are necessary for new medications, diagnostic tools and treatments to be incorporated into medical care. Join researcher Dr. Daniel Ford as he talks about different kinds of clinical research, questions patients need to ask before joining a study and why clinical research is so important. D4
Sleepless in Baltimore
Charlene E. Gamaldo, M.D.
Although the amount of sleep each person needs varies, insomnia, restless leg syndrome, sleep apnea and illness can disrupt one's ability to get adepuate beauty sleep. Neurologist Dr. Charlene Gamaldo uncovers these and other reasons for fragmented sleep and offers potential solutions to get a good night's rest. I4
