Allergy and Immunology

Jeffrey P. Harris, MD, PhD, FACS joins William Mobley, MD, PhD for a wide-ranging discussion about the field of otolaryngology. With his background in immunology, Dr. Harris has pioneered new methods of drug delivery to the inner ear. As a surgeon, he did the first cochlear implant surgery in San Diego county and continues to work with the technology as it advances. He discusses current treatments for inner ear problems and looks to the future - including treatments for HPV-related facial cancers, regenerating hair cells in cases of hearing loss, the brain's response to cochlear implants and more. Series: "Brain Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 32242]

Dr. Homer Boushey discusses the links between pet ownership and protection against allergies. The hygiene hypothesis, the notion that modern cleanliness causes a lack of stimulation of the immune system in early development, suggests that modern cleanliness makes children more vulnerable to allergies. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32371]

Wanda Phipatanakul, MD, discusses how unique exposures in the environment (such as mouse allergens at home or school) contribute to increased cases of asthma. Series: "Lenoir/Hamburger Memorial Lecture" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31750]

Dr. Stephanie Leonard explains the improvements to be made in caring for children with food allergies. In addition, she comments on the speculative way in which these allergies originate. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31236]

Dr. Rick Hecht discusses the flip side of the immune system, highlighting how it can actually damage our body if its pushed too hard, or if it experiences one of many possible malfunctions. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31306]

As the food allergies become more prominent, it is sometimes difficult to discern what is and is not in that category. Dr. Stephanie Leonard discusses what the term “food allergy” means and how it is different from a common food sensitivity. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31235]