PRP Therapy: Platelet- Rich Plasma
Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) treats patients with chronic tendon and joint issues. This treatment uses the body’s own healing properties to improve outcomes.Dr. Kenneth Mautner, sports medicine ...
15 Okt 201810min
TAVR: Minimally Invasive Treatment for Aortic Stenosis
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) is a minimally invasive treatment option for patients with severe aortic stenosis (narrowing of the aortic valve). The Emory TAVR program began in 2007 wi...
15 Okt 20189min
The Latest Heart Valve Disease Treatment Options
More than five million Americans have moderate or severe heart valve disease. Left undiagnosed and untreated, their condition can causeprogressive deterioration in heart function, which can result in ...
15 Okt 201810min
The Importance of Colorectal Cancer Screening
With colon cancer being the third most common cause of cancer deaths in both men and women in the United States, screenings are important. Regular screenings help catch cancer risk early.Dr. Matthew M...
11 Okt 201810min
Breast Cancer Disparities
There is a health care disparity between African American women white women, especially with breast cancer.Dr. Lauren McCullough, Assistant Professor of Epidemiology at Rollins School of Public Health...
8 Okt 20188min
Injury Prevention and Science Involved in Modern Soccer
Soccer is fantastic for fitness. However, soccer injuries can be frustrating without proper care.Dr. Mathew Pombo, Director of Emory’s Soccer Medicine Program, discusses prevention and treatment for c...
3 Okt 201810min
Help for Those Unsightly and Painful Varicose Veins
Veins have one-way valves which prevent blood from backing up into the legs when we stand or sit. When the valves become incompetent (or begin to have reflux), blood pools and causes an increase in pr...
11 Sep 201810min
Hip Pain Treatment Options
People are living longer than ever, and as a result, arthritis of the hip is becoming more common. When severe pain or joint damage limits your daily activities, it might be time to consider visiting ...
21 Aug 20189min
