Monthly Archives: August 2010

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August 31st, 2010 - 3:45 pm

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Tips for a Healthy School Year

August 31st, 2010 - 2:51 pm

In this Medical Edge Radio episode, Dr. Phil Fischer has some advice for helping keep your kids healthy as they head back to school. To listen, click the link below. Tips for a Healthy School Year Share/Bookmark

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Athletes and the Heat

August 30th, 2010 - 2:47 pm

In this Medical Edge Radio episode, Mayo Clinic sports medicine specialist, Chad Eickhoff talks about the need to stay hydrated during competition and practice. To listen, click the link below. Athletes and Heat Share/Bookmark

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Ulcerative Colitis Diagnosis and Treatment

August 30th, 2010 - 7:00 am

Dr. Edward Loftus discusses causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of ulcerative colitis. He also discusses conditions associated with ulcerative colitis. Physicians at Mayo Clinic rely on a close collaboration with radiologists and Gastroenterology pathologists to evaluate patients. Dr. Edward Loftus discusses different … Continue reading →

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Study Finds that Surgical Treatment of Arteriovenous Fistulas Is Safe and Effective

August 28th, 2010 - 7:00 am

A new Mayo Clinic study found that surgical treatment of spinal arteriovenous fistulas is safe and effective. Newer techniques like endovascular embolization have not yet been demonstrated to be as effective, and therefore must be studied further in order to … Continue reading →

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What is the Colon

August 27th, 2010 - 2:43 pm

In this Medical Edge Radio episode, Dr. David Ahlquist explains the job of the colon. To listen, click the link below. What is the Colon Share/Bookmark

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Risks of Acupuncture

August 26th, 2010 - 2:39 pm

The use of acupuncture is increasing.  In this Medical Edge Radio episode, Dr. Peter Dorsher touches on the risks associated with acupuncture. To listen, click the link below. Risks of Acupuncture Share/Bookmark

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Robotic Mitral Valve Repair

August 26th, 2010 - 7:00 am

Rakesh Suri, a cardiothoracic surgeon at Mayo Clinic, discusses mitral valve prolapse and its available treatments, including robot-assisted mitral valve repair. Share/Bookmark

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Surgery for Epilepsy

August 25th, 2010 - 2:36 pm

In this Medical Edge Radio episode, Dr. Katherine Noe talks about when surgery may be appropriate treatment for epilepsy. To listen, click the link below. Epilepsy Surgery Share/Bookmark

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Thumb Reconstruction

August 24th, 2010 - 2:45 pm

Imagine what life would be like if you couldn’t use your thumbs because of severe and painful arthritis. Simple tasks like turning the key in your car, holding a pencil, or using a knife and fork would be very difficult. … Continue reading →

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