Understanding Osteoarthritis and Its Treatment Options

In osteoarthritis, cartilage — the connective tissue that acts as a shock absorber within the joint — gradually wears down with age, inflammation or other factors. UCI Health orthopaedic surgeon Ryan DiGiovanni, MD will present the most up to date treatment options for treating knee osteoarthritis.

Understanding Headaches: Identifying Triggers and Mastering Relief Strategies

Headaches can really ruin your day. But what if the headache you are experiencing becomes more bothersome? Find out when Dr. Crystal Jicha, UCI Health board-certified neurologist and headache specialist, joins us to discuss headaches, their triggers and how to manage them, as well as how to discuss your symptoms with your doctor when they become too much to handle.

Integrative Health, Nutrition, Food Allergies and You!

Looking for a more holistic approach to nutrition? Dr. Kiran Sachdev, a board-certified UCI Health gastroenterologist with the Chao Digestive Health Institute and director of integrative GI at the UCI Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute, will provide an overview of recent advancements in integrative health and nutrition, including a discussion of food allergies.

Managing Cardiovascular Disease

High blood pressure and high cholesterol increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S. What can you do? Dr. Irmina Gradus-Pizlo will discuss risk factors, treatments and lifestyle changes to manage high blood pressure and cholesterol.

When Does Colon Cancer Spreads to the Liver?

Colorectal cancer is among the most common cancers worldwide. Many colorectal cancers are likely to spread to other organs, with the most common site of metastases being the liver. Dr. Zeljka Jutric, a board-certified UCI Health surgical oncologist with the Chao Digestive Health Institute, will review these metastases and the recent advancements in treating them.

Managing Memory Loss

It is normal to have some forgetfulness, but normal aging does not lead to significant memory loss. Dr. Bran Hitt joins us to explore different types of memory disorders, what causes them and how to manage them.

Treating Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers

Those of us who live in Southern California know that the sun can be our foe as well as our friend. The good news, however, is that most skin cancers — including melanoma — are easily treatable if caught early. Drs. Janellen Smith and Jessica Shiu will discuss the latest technologies for diagnosing and treating skin cancer with a focus on melanoma.