May 23, 2024

Ep6: Special Webinar | Transforming Women’s Health with Focused Ultrasound

1 hour 1 minute

This episode features an insightful discussion on the potential of focused ultrasound in revolutionizing women's health care. The conversation, moderated by Dr. Jessica Foley, Chief Scientific Officer at the Focused Ultrasound Foundation, includes expert panelists Dr. Suzanne LeBlang, neuroradiologist and Director of Clinical Relationships at the Focused Ultrasound Foundation, Dr. Lynn Dengel, surgical oncologist at UVA Health, and Dr. Elisa Konofagou, professor of biomedical engineering and radiology at Columbia University.

The discussion highlights the versatility of focused ultrasound in treating a wide range of conditions that disproportionately affect women, such as uterine fibroids, breast tumors, Alzheimer's disease, chronic pain, depression, and anxiety. The panelists share their experiences and research in using focused ultrasound for various applications, including ablation, immunotherapy, neuromodulation, and opening the blood-brain barrier for drug delivery.

The experts also address the challenges faced in advancing focused ultrasound for women's health, including the need for more clinical trials with female participants, raising awareness among clinicians and patients, and securing insurance coverage. They emphasize the importance of collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and regulatory bodies to accelerate the translation of focused ultrasound technologies from bench to bedside.

This engaging discussion offers valuable insights into the current state and future potential of focused ultrasound in improving the lives of women affected by a variety of health conditions. The episode also highlights the Focused Ultrasound Foundation's efforts in supporting research, fostering collaboration, and advocating for focused ultrasound as a transformative tool in women's health care.

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