UCLA MDChat Webinars offer the latest information on advances and treatments from expert physicians at UCLA. Their live-streaming webinars give you the opportunity to learn and to also ask questions.
What You Need to Know About Vaginal Mesh for Female Pelvic Surgery – September 30, 2015
Join UCLA urologist Ja-Hong Kim, MD, as she discusses the use of vaginal mesh to treat female pelvic floor conditions, including stress urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapsed.
Virtual Colonography for Colon Cancer Screening – October 7, 2015
Join UCLA radiologist Daniel Margolis, MD, as he discusses virtual colonography as an alternative to colonoscopy for colon cancer screening. He will discuss appropriate candidates and the pros and cons of virtual colonography.
Chronic Pain, Heroin, and the US Epidemic of Opioid Abuse – October 14, 2015
Join UCLA addiction and internal medicine Keith Heinzerling, MD, as he discusses how patients are turning to heroin after becoming addicted to prescription opioids. He will describe the treatments available for opioid addiction, including how to prevent addiction in patients with chronic pain.
The Modern Approach to Facial Aesthetics and Rejuvenation – October 21, 2015
UCLA plastic surgeon Jason Roostaeian, MD, will discuss the latest techniques in facial aesthetic surgery and rejuvenation that give real results without losing one’s natural appearance.
Bone Health and Hyperparathyroidism – October 28, 2015
Join UCLA endocrine surgeons Michael Yeh, MD, and Masha Livhits, MD, as they discuss hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid glands), the role of parathyroid glands in regulating calcium levels, and treatments that can help maintain bone health.
