UC San Francisco (Video)

Hip and knee replacement are two of the most commonly performed operations in orthopedic surgery. UCSF orthopedic surgeon Dr. Paul Toogood takes a closer look at what Total Joint Replacement actually is, how it improves your quality of life, and what some of the considerations are when having this surgical procedure. Series: "Total Joint Replacement" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36089]

The vast majority of hip and knee replacements are performed on people with osteoarthritis. UCSF orthopedic surgeon Dr. Paul Toogood discusses what leads to arthritis, the various types of arthritis, and the symptoms, disease progression, and treatment options for arthritis. Series: "UCTV Tips" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36088]

Climate instability is one of the most urgent public health threats of the 21st Century. Mental health is profoundly impacted by the disruptions associated with climate change. Drs. Robin Cooper and Alex Trope, Department of Psychiatry at UCSF, explore the harm and the affects on mental heath. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35925]

People with allergies know that daily weather determines symptoms. Dr. Katherine Gunding explores how climate change is contributing to higher pollen counts and longer pollen seasons. Also, mold allergens that can cause severe asthma and respiratory symptoms are seen with rising sea levels, after hurricanes or with increased humidity. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36096]

The US spends more per capita on healthcare than other countries. Over treatments accounts for much of the waste. Dr. Thomas Newman gives several examples of the system over testing, over diagnosing and over treating and argues that sometimes doing less is doing better. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35932]

The duration of the wildfire season is longer and catastrophic wildfires are increasing in frequency due to climate change. There is clear evidence of an association between wildfire smoke and respiratory health.

Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35924]

The US has lagged behind other countries in testing for COVID-19. Dr. Chaz Langelier, UCSF Infectious Disease experts, talks about why we were late to start testing and the importance of widespread testing for a disease that spreads through asymptotic or pre-symptomatic individuals. He also talks about lower respiratory tract infections (LRTI), the leading cause of death due to infection. Currently, the cause of most LRTI remains unknown due to limitations of current tests. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35931]

Meditation practices have been adapted to treat mental and physical health conditions. It is not a cure-all, and different people respond in different ways. Helen Weng, UCSF Psychiatry, explores how we understand these processes and measure them from internal practice to external change. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35929]

We are all exposed to the consequences of climate change but some populations are more vulnerable. It can impact maternal and child health and the health of older people. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35922]

Our climate is changing and the world is warming. Our health and well-being will be impacted. What does this have to do with skin? As out first line of defense we rely on our skin to be a barrier and protector. Dr. Mary Williams, Clinical Professor of Dermatology at UCSF, looks at the effects of air pollution and climate change on the skin. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35927]