Health Topics
Melanoma ~ Intro: Patient Conversations
May is National Melanoma Month. SavantMD launches this seven-segment series of patient conversations conducted by Dr. Robert Dellavale with Jodi, a patient who had a melanoma.
SF Hep B Free ~ Intro
Did you know one in 10 Asian-Americans has heptatitis B? It is an issue of such importance to our Bay Area community, that SavantMD has partnered with the SF Hep B Free Campaign to show our support and get the word out.
Post-operative Outpatient Care
After your operation, you will receive post-operative care either as inpatient or outpatient care. Learn more from Dr. Murray.
Diabetes and Your Kidneys
With each passing year the number of diabetics grows at an alarming rate. One of the most serious complications that diabetes causes is diabetic kidney disease which is by far the leading cause of kidney failure in the US. More from Dr. Chang.
Kidneys 101
In this video, Dr. Chang explains what nephrology is and that although the kidneys don’t get as much attention as the brain or the heart, they are vital organs and you can’t survive without them.
Cervical Cancer and Pap Smears
Some women wonder why it is important for them to get pap smears. In this video, Dr. Chan explains that pap smears are important in helping to detect early, pre-cancerous changes in the cervix, thus allowing for the possibility for early treatment if necessary.
Breast Cancer and Mammograms
Breast cancer is the second most frequent cause of death due to cancer in women in the United States. Learn more about screening recommendations.
Mammograms: Dr. Savant on the New Recommendations
Many of you have heard about the new recommendations for breast cancer screening that were just put out by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Hear what Dr. Savant has to say.
Coumadin (Warfarin)
Coumadin® is a blood thinner that is used to treat blood clots. Dr. Weber discusses the important things to know about Coumadin.
Flu Update
Many of my patients have been worried about getting the H1N1 (Swine) flu and whether they’ll be able to get the vaccine. Here’s a flu update and a resource to help you decide whether or not to seek medical attention.
