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When Proteins Go Rogue: The Prion Paradigm in Neurodegenerative Disease

Neuropsychiatrist Brian Appleby, MD, discusses prion diseases, including Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, and the groundbreaking research and clinical trials at University Hospitals aimed at better understanding these rare but fatal neurodegenerative conditions.

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De-Escalation, Genomics and Multidisciplinary Care Redefines Breast Cancer Treatment

Amanda Amin, MD, Janice Lyons, MD and Alberto Montero, MD, explore the evolution of breast cancer treatment. The discussion highlights how personalized care, clinical innovation and compassionate teamwork are transforming patient outcomes.

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Transforming Valve Therapy from Research to Real-World Application

Guilherme Attizzani, MD, shares his inspiring journey beginning as a research fellow in intravascular imaging and rising to become a national and international leader in structural heart disease interventions.

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Neuroscience in Motion: Exploring Vision Cognition and Brain-Boosting Power of Exercise for Parkinson's

Aasef Shaikh, MD, PhD, a leading neurologist at University Hospitals discusses his journey into neurology, his groundbreaking research in neuro-ophthalmology, movement disorders, and the application of AI-driven exercise therapy for Parkinson’s disease.

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Strengthening Infection Control and Vaccine Effectiveness to Improve Public Health & Hospital Safety

Elie Saade, MD, MPH, Medical Director of Infection Control at University Hospitals, explains the critical role of infection prevention in healthcare, discusses strategies for reducing hospital-acquired infections, and the impact of interdisciplinary collaboration.

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Uncovering the Mycobiome: Fungi, Gut Health, and Disease

Professor Mahmoud Ghannoum, a leading expert in medical mycology and microbiome research, shares his pioneering work on the role of fungi in the microbiome and groundbreaking research on the mycobiome’s impact on health, including its role in gut disorders, autism, and cancer.

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Optimizing Physical Performance through Regenerative Therapy and Innovative Technology

James Voos, MD, and Jacob Calcei, MD explore the impact of osteoarthritis, highlighting their team's pioneering work in regenerative therapies to revolutionize musculoskeletal care, and how they collaborate with wearable technology experts to prevent sports injuries and optimize athletic performance.

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Unlocking Prostate Cancer Screening and Genetic Insights on Aging

Jonathan Shoag, MD, discusses his innovative prostate cancer research aiming to better understand the impact of PSA screening and his groundbreaking work on the genetics of aging.

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Harnessing AI and Patient-Centered Research to Advance Female Pelvic Floor Health

David Sheyn, MD, shares his unique career journey to the field of urogynecology, where he now leads innovative research to advance women’s pelvic health through personalized care, AI and cutting-edge technology.

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