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Interview with Tien Y. Wong, MD, PhD, author of Aflibercept 8 mg in Polypoidal Choroidal Vasculopathy: Post Hoc Analysis of the PULSAR Randomized Clinical Trial. Hosted by Neil Bressler, MD. Related Content: Aflibercept 8 mg in Polypoidal Choroidal Vasculopathy

In this engaging discussion, Matthew Chinman and Amy N. Cohen shed light on the unique challenges of weight loss for adults with serious mental illness. Chinman reveals how obesity often spirals from these mental health struggles, while Cohen emphasizes the shortcomings of traditional programs. They dive into their innovative Coach2Fit initiative, highlighting technology's role in personalized support and the importance of peer coaching. The duo discusses the impressive results and practical applications their research offers for veterans, aiming to make weight loss accessible and effective.

Interview with Anupam B. Jena, MD, PhD, and Vishal R. Patel, MD, MPH, authors of Mortality Among Surgeons in the United States. Hosted by Jamie Coleman, MD. Related Content: Mortality Among Surgeons in the United States

Interview with Molly N. Huston, MD, and William A. Strober, MD, MSCI, authors of Biofeedback vs Respiratory Retraining for Inducible Laryngeal Obstruction: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Hosted by Paul C. Bryson, MD, MBA. Related Content: Biofeedback vs Respiratory Retraining for Inducible Laryngeal Obstruction

Interview with Joshua R. Ehrlich, MD, MPH author of The Central Role of Home Hazards in Shaping the Association of Visual Function and Falls in Older Adults. Hosted by Neil Bressler, MD. Related Content: The Role of Home Hazards in the Association Between Visual Function and Falls in Older Adults

Alfred E. Buxton, MD, a leading expert in cardiac electrophysiology, and Marie-France Poulin, MD, an interventional cardiology professor, delve into the complexities of cardiac conduction after transcatheter aortic valve replacement. They discuss their study's key findings, particularly the link between pre-existing conditions and the risk of conduction blocks. The duo emphasizes the importance of intracardiac monitoring during TAVR and shares insights on procedural strategies, pacing needs, and the nuances of conduction disturbances, offering a rich understanding for practitioners in the field.

In this engaging discussion, Robert Goulden, an innovative emergency physician, and Jason H. Wasfy, a cardiology expert from Harvard, dive into the intriguing world of magnesium supplementation. They unpack the study findings showing little benefit for routine magnesium in tachyarrhythmias and explain the unique regression discontinuity method used in their research. The pair also analyze the limitations of observational data and its implications for clinical practice, encouraging a more nuanced approach to treating borderline magnesium levels while stressing the importance of addressing severe deficiencies.

Interview with Christian de Virgilio, MD author of Diagnosis and Management of Hemodialysis Access Complications: A Review. Hosted by Jamie Coleman, MD. Related Content: Diagnosis and Management of Hemodialysis Access Complications

Ann Brunson, a senior statistician specializing in cancer outcomes, and Theresa H. M. Keegan, a cancer epidemiologist focused on young adult survivorship, dive into the urgent issue of metastatic recurrence in adolescents and young adults. They discuss why understanding this demographic is crucial, revealing gaps in research and differing recurrence rates based on cancer types. The conversation uncovers alarming trends, including the rise in cervical cancer recurrence, and emphasizes the need for improved screening and health policy to address disparities in care.

Join John P. Ney, MD, MPH, an expert in neurology and health economics, as he explores the staggering impact of nervous system disorders in the U.S. He reveals that 180 million Americans are affected, with tension headaches and stroke leading the charge. Dive into the Global Burden of Disease Study and discover the alarming 16.6 million disability-adjusted life years lost. Ney advocates for increased research funding and policy reforms to address these challenges, urging a shift in focus from individual to population health.