Expert Health Insights
Our popular, free information health webinars are presented by world-renowned UHealth physicians and scientists and you are invited to join us. Gain valuable insights on topics ranging from heart health to advances in cancer and aging healthfully. Previously recorded sessions are below. Check back soon to learn insights on more medical topics.
Digital Health Technologies for Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Care
Cardiovascular expert Dr. Litsa Lambrakos hosted an engaging health talk on how digital health technologies are transforming AFib care, from early detection and diagnosis to personalized treatment strategies. The session explored how digital tools support early recognition and diagnosis of AFib, the role of digital platforms in AFib classification and monitoring treatment outcomes such as AF burden, and how these tools are guiding anticoagulation strategies. The discussion also included insights into the REACT-AF trial, where UHealth is a study site.
Living with Endo - Real talk on Pain, Pelvic Health & Healing
Our distinguished panel of experts from the UHealth Comprehensive Women's Health Alliance explored the transformative topic of women's health: endometriosis. The webinar covered real experiences of those living with endometriosis, how endometriosis is diagnosed and why delaying care is critical, advances in managing chronic pelvic pain and inflammation, surgical and non-surgical treatment options for long-term relief and the connection between endo and pelvic floor health.
Hospice and Bereavement Support for Patients and Families
Our esteemed panel of experts from the Desai Sethi Urology Institute explored some of the most pressing topics in men's health. The discussion covered the prevalence and treatment of benign and cancerous prostate conditions, including when benign disorders warrant intervention. The panel also addressed prostate cancer screening, who should be screened, how the process works, and why early detection is critical. In addition, the safety and role of testosterone therapy, particularly following prostate cancer treatment, was examined. The conversation concluded with a comprehensive look at erectile dysfunction, its causes, the potential for reversal, and current treatment options.
Men's Health Matters
Our esteemed panel of experts from the Desai Sethi Urology Institute explored some of the most pressing topics in men's health. The discussion covered the prevalence and treatment of benign and cancerous prostate conditions, including when benign disorders warrant intervention. The panel also addressed prostate cancer screening, who should be screened, how the process works, and why early detection is critical. In addition, the safety and role of testosterone therapy, particularly following prostate cancer treatment, was examined. The conversation concluded with a comprehensive look at erectile dysfunction, its causes, the potential for reversal, and current treatment options.
Allergies or Sinusitis? Understanding the Difference & Modern Treatments
Expert otolaryngologists Dr. Aura Acosta and Dr. David Lerner explored some of the most common and often confusing topics related to allergies and sinusitis. They discussed the differences between environmental allergies and chronic sinus disease, the importance of accurate diagnosis, and a variety of treatment options: including medications, lifestyle changes, medical therapy, surgery, and advanced targeted treatments. The session also highlighted how ENT specialists create personalized care plans to help patients find lasting relief.
Cancer Clinical Trials: Separating Facts from Myths
Our oncology experts Drs. Jonathan C. Trent and Aditi Dhir provided an overview of cancer clinical trials, breaking down how they work and why it matters to have access to adult and pediatric clinical trials at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Advances in Cataract & Dry Eye Treatments
Our ophthalmology experts discussed the latest advancements in eye care, including different types of cataract surgery and intraocular lenses, recent advancements and the future of cataract treatment, understanding dry eye types and advanced diagnostic methods.
Advances in Cardiac Care: Innovations in Heart Disease Prevention and Treatment
This Heart Month, our cardiovascular experts, Dr. Yiannis Chatzizisis and Dr. Andrew Bromley explored the latest innovations in heart disease prevention, from understanding long-term heart health to the impact of estimating 30-year risk in early prevention. They also discussed groundbreaking treatments for lowering cholesterol, enhancing heart health, and the latest research on reducing heart disease risk including the emerging role of Lipoprotein(a).
Migraines: Who Gets Them and What Can be Done About Them?
Our neurology experts, Dr. Michelle Bravo and Dr. Teshamae Monteith, share keen insights into what causes migraines, who is most likely to get them, the prevalence, genetics and societal impact of migraines, and how they are diagnosed. They also highlight some unexpected non-pharmacological therapies as well as advanced pharmacological therapies to manage migraines. Discover how these insights and these innovations are driving improved outcomes and fewer visits to the doctor's office.
What You Need to Know About Diabetes
Our diabetes and nutrition experts discussed the latest breakthroughs in diabetes treatments and interventions. These included evidence-based dietary recommendations for patients managing diabetes, physical activity interventions tailored to individuals with diabetes, and an overview of the main types of diabetes—Type 1 and Type 2—along with targeted treatment strategies for managing each.
The Mind & Memory
Each November, Alzheimer's Awareness Month provides an opportunity to raise awareness of Alzheimers Disease and other memory disorders. Our geriatric psychiatry and memory disorders expert, Dr. Elizabeth Crocco discussed the differences between normal cognitive aging, mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and clinical dementia. She touched upon understanding the role of evidence-based brain biomarkers and cognitive tests that aid in the early diagnosis of cognitive disorders and their underlying brain disorders. Discussed the emerging agents currently used in the treatment and management of early Alzheimer's disease, and reviewed the best practices in providing optimal care for those with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in later life.
Cancer Screening 101
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center's experts engaged in an in-depth discussion on the critical importance of cancer screenings, focusing on breast, colorectal and lung cancer. They highlighted the latest advancements in screening techniques and the impact of cancer screenings that lead to early detection and reduced mortality rates.
Innovations on Structural and Valvular Heart Treatments
Our Cardiovascular experts, Dr. Yiannis Chatzizisis, Dr. Pedro Cox-Alomar and Dr. Nikolaos Spilias discussed the latest Percutaneous Heart Valve Innovations, minimally invasive procedures and treatments that benefit patients. This included Aortic Stenosis and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), mitral regurgitation and minimally invasive procedures (TEER, TMVR). They also talked about left Atrial Appendage Occlusion (LAAO) its procedures and how LAAO fits into the broader strategy for managing Afib.
Advancing Joint Replacement: New Technologies Enhancing Patient Care & Recovery
Our experts engaged in an insightful discussion on the latest advancements in joint replacement technology at UHealth, highlighting groundbreaking techniques and tools that are transforming patient care. These include robotic-assisted surgeries for enhanced precision and consistency, augmented reality to improve surgical accuracy, advanced materials engineered for greater durability and patient comfort, and anterior hip replacement, a minimally invasive technique that promotes faster recovery with less tissue disruption.
Latest on AFib: What Every Patient Needs to Know
Our Cardiac & Vascular experts, Dr. Jeffrey Goldberger, and Dr. Raul Mitrani discuss everything you need to know about AFib, risk factors, as well as how to prevent strokes associated with Atrial Fibrillation. You will learn all about latest treatment options for AFib, as well who is better candidate for medications and who should consider catheter ablation.
Navigating Men's Health
Our esteemed panel of experts from the Desai Sethi Urology Institute delved into some of the most prevalent topics surrounding men's health, including exploring why men have shorter lifespans despite generally better health, comparing U.S. and international men's health approaches, a personalized approach to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), low testosterone, its effects on sexual wellbeing, and safe replacement therapies, Erectile Dysfunction (ED), and Peyronie's Disease.
Hearing Wellness: Amplify Your Life
Our esteemed panel of experts discussed some of the most prevalent topics surrounding hearing health, including understanding the significance of hearing health, the consequences of untreated hearing loss, identifying and assessing risk factors for hearing loss, recognizing symptoms requiring medical attention, exploring treatment options for hearing loss and addressing common misconceptions, the role of cochlear implants when traditional solutions fall short and alternative surgical options for managing hearing loss.
Gut Feelings: Medical & Nutritional IBS Management Strategies for Women
April is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness Month and our experts had an enriching conversation around some of the most frequently asked questions: Why is IBS so common among women? What are the symptoms of IBS? How do you treat IBS in women? Our distinguished experts discussed the diagnosis, treatment and management of IBS, touching upon the following topics: medications, therapies, nutritional strategies and the incidence of IBS during perimenopause or menopause.
Disruptors of the Obesity Epidemic
During this UMiami Health Talk we heard from a panel of esteemed medical, business and pharmaceutical experts. They discussed various pivotal topics as they related to obesity disruptors, including: The far-reaching societal and economic impacts of the epidemic, challenges pertaining to access, obtaining medication and the extended effects of glp-1 drugs, nuances of physician bias against anti-obesity prescriptions, the impact of bariatric surgery on employment and psychological well-being, societal perceptions surrounding surgical interventions, the reluctance surrounding insurance coverage for obesity treatment, incretin therapy and its relation to addictive behaviors and future developments in this transformative field.
Cancer Prevention: Understanding Your Cancer Risk
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center experts talk about cancer prevention and understanding your cancer risk. They discuss how lifestyle impacts your cancer risk, how genetics influence your cancer risk, navigating genetic predisposition syndrome and high-risk framework in GI cancers.
Uterine Fibroids: What Every Woman Should Know
UHealth Gynecology and Interventional Radiology experts talk about women's health issues, uterine fibroids and the latest treatments to manage them. They discuss the symptoms that might indicate the presence of fibroids, who is at risk and complications that may arise from fibroids. Learn more about how UHealth is leading uterine fibroid research and offers the most comprehensive multidisciplinary approach to women's health.
Let's Talk about Heart Health and Hypertension
UHealth Cardiac & Vascular experts talk about heart health, hypertension and our latest interventional treatments to help control high blood pressure. They discuss why a personalized hypertension care approach matters, and who meets the criteria for renal denervation. Learn more about UHealth's Comprehensive Hypertension Center and how it evaluates the pillars that contribute to your blood pressure phenotype, risk, and therapeutic profile.
Women's Health: Addressing Your Most Common Gynecologic And Gastrointestinal Questions
Many of women's top health-related questions stem from intimate areas: from vaginal discharge, irregular menstrual bleeding and hot flushes to irritable bowel syndrome, acid reflux and other gastro health issues brought on by hormonal changes. During this UMiami Health Talk, Dr. Laura Martin and Dr. Morgan Shane discussed and demystified some of the most common gynecologic and gastrointestinal conditions, touching upon what common conditions are completely normal – and what medical care can help relieve. Expect to walk away with more education to outline your next steps.
Your Guide in Treating AFib
Our Cardiac & Vascular expert, Dr. Jeffrey Goldberger, and Director of the Center for Atrial Fibrillation discusses the latest treatments for Atrial Fibrillation and controlling risk factors. He explores topics like therapy options available in 2023, and the research that they are working on that will shape its future. He explains the difference about our unique multidisciplinary approach to diagnosis and treatment that includes advanced therapies combined with lifestyle modification to achieve the most effective control of your AFib.
Making Sense of Sound: Exploring Hearing, Hearing Loss, and Tinnitus
Our audiology experts Dr. Tricia Scaglione and Dr. Brianna Kuzbyt shared insights into how to support hearing health, causes, types and treatments for hearing loss, an introduction to sound and the ear, the hearing process, and the dangers of noise exposure and understanding tinnitus, which occurs when you experience ringing or other noises in one or both of your ears and how to manage it.
Transfome Su Vida Con La Cirugía Bariátrica
Nuestro experto de UHealth Bariatrics Specialists Dr. Nestor De La Cruz-Muñoz, Jefe de Cirugía Bariátrica, habla sobre cómo comenzar su viaje hacia una mejor salud a través de la cirugía bariátrica para perder peso. Discute temas como los efectos de las complicaciones de la obesidad en la salud y cómo la cirugía puede mejorarlas. Habla también de todas las opciones quirúrgicas disponibles, los pros y los contras de cada una, y de cómo funciona el programa bariátrico de UHealth y su compromiso de ayudarlo a lograr los mejores resultados.
Enlarged Prostate? Learn the Latest in Minimally Invasive Options
Our Interventional Radiology and Urology experts from the University of Miami Health System and Desai Sethi Urology Institute discuss the most recent advances in managing an enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), focusing on minimally invasive options. They discuss the benefits of and the qualifying factors for prostate artery embolization, Greenlight laser vaporization, TURP, Urolift, Rezum convective water vapor energy, HoLEP, and Aquablation. They explain the advantages of UHealth's academic-based mens health programs and how that positively affects patient outcomes.
A Heart To Heart with our Cardiovascular Team
UHealth Cardiac & Vascular experts discuss heart health, our latest treatments, and prevention. They discuss heart disease prevention, finding success in heart failure and our current treatments, and the evolution of therapies for valvular heart disease and catheter-based treatment of coronary disease. They explain the difference between UHealth's academic-based cardiovascular program and how that translates to patient care.
Transform Your Life With Bariatric Surgery
UHealth Bariatrics Specialists expert Dr. Nestor De La Cruz-Muñoz, Chief of Bariatric Surgery, talks about starting your journey to better health through bariatric weight loss surgery. He discusses topics like health effects of obesity complications and how surgery can make them better, when bariatric surgery can help improve your health. As well as a review of the surgical options available, and the pros and cons of each and UHealth's bariatric program and our commitment to helping you achieve the best results
Transforming Lung Cancer Care from Screening to Surgery
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer experts Dr. Estelamari Rodriguez and Dr. Nestor Villamizar talk about Lung Cancer Care for Lung Cancer Awareness Month. They discuss topics like new lung cancer screening guidelines, management of pulmonary nodules, surgery, biomarker testing and so much more.
How Academic Medicine Is Advancing Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Surgery & Rehabilitation
Our latest UMiami Health Talk features Sports Medicine Institute experts Dr. Michael Baraga (orthopaedic surgery) and Dr. Noris Perez (physical therapy) discussing the distinct advantages of academic medicine in treating ACL tears and lesions. We discuss research findings that inform our approach to surgery, strategies to minimize re-injury, and considerations for those considering delaying surgery.
Contemporary Issues in Men's Health - What You Need To Know
Our latest UMiami Health Talks features Desai Sethi Urology Institute urology expert, Dr. Bruce Kava. Dr. Kava touched upon a variety of important topics related to men's health including gender disparities in health conditions, the necessity for cancer screenings, hot topics in male sexual problems, and the expansion of treatment options for men suffering from prostate conditions.
Why Is My Voice Hoarse and What Can I Do About It?
University of Miami Health System Ear, Nose, and Throat experts Dr. David Rosow and Dr. Adam Lloyd spread awareness about communication disorders during Better Hearing & Speech Month. Dr. Rosow discusses the evaluation of hoarseness and how to diagnose voice problems, common benign voice problems, cancerous voice problems, and much more. Dr. Adam Lloyd explores topics such as variations of vocal quality, how the voice works, and non-surgical management to heal the voice.
Heart Disease Prevention in 2022 – What's Hot and What's Not?
In this UMiamiHealth Talk webinar, Carl Orringer, M.D., FACC – a nationally known expert in the prevention of cardiovascular disease, and director of the UHealth Preventive Cardiovascular Medicine Program & Lipid Clinic share important information on the best approaches for the prevention of cardiovascular disease – such as atherosclerosis, stroke, heart attack, heart failure, and peripheral artery disease. Dr. Orringer also answers real-life questions from the webinar audience, posed during the presentation's Q&A session.
Food, Mind, and Movement as Medicine
University of Miami Health System experts discuss how combining food with exercise and mindfulness techniques, boost our abilities to be healthier, stronger, reduce pain and even reverse disease. Gastroenterologist and physician nutrition specialist Dr. Michelle Pearlman, Clinical Social Worker/Psychotherapist and Hypnotist Ms. Floribeth Arraut, and Exercise Physiologist and Health Coach Mr. Christopher Fitzmaurice explore how to eat well to feel well including healthy eating and exercises at all stages of life, successful psychological interventions for a lifetime of healthy eating as well as how to exercise during a pandemic and beyond no matter your physical condition.
Advances in Joint Pain Management and Replacement Surgery
Joint pain – whether knee, hip, or shoulder – can be excruciating and severely limit a person's ability to engage in everyday activities. But many people with extreme joint pain may wonder when the time is right to consider surgical joint replacement. In this webinar, UHealth orthopedic experts, Drs. Julianne Muñoz and Jaime Carvajal, provide an overview of the best approaches to managing joint pain, describe the factors that may lead to a patient deciding that the time is right to have implant surgery, and outline the most advanced surgical techniques and technologies – including computer assisted robotic surgery, and same-day outpatient surgery – that help patients return to a pain-free lifestyle.
Navigating Diabetes During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Our Comprehensive Diabetes Center experts Dr. Rajesh Garg (Endocrinology), Dr. Dushyantha Jayaweera (Infectious Disease) and Monica Grimaldi (Registered Dietitian) cover topics and answer questions with regard to navigating diabetes during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Rajesh Garg explores managing diabetes during acute illness. Dr. Dushyantha Jayaweera discusses the relationship between COVID-19 vaccines and diabetes. Monica Grimaldi discusses how to manage eating healthy during quarantine or acute illness.
La Reparación Mínimamente Invasiva De La Válvula Mitral: Arte y Ciencia (En Español)
Joseph Lamelas, M.D., es reconocido internacionalmente como un pionero en la cirugía cardíaca mínimamente invasiva. Le invitamos a ver su presentación por seminario web sobre la reparación y el reemplazo de la válvula mitral utilizando el "Método Miami" mínimamente invasivo que desarrolló como una alternativa eficaz a la cirugía a corazón abierto. El Método Miami es un aborde mínimamente invasivo que el Dr. Lamelas ha realizado en más de 7,000 casos, y se ha demostrado que tiene muchas ventajas para los pacientes en comparación con la cirugía tradicional a corazón abierto.
Noise-Related Hearing Loss and Tinnitus: Myths & Facts
Each year in May, Better Hearing & Speech Month provides an opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders. During this informative webinar, University of Miami Health System audiology experts Dr. Dana Libman, and Dr. Tricia Scaglione covered topics regarding Noise-related Hearing Loss and Tinnitus: Overview of the ear and the hearing process, and the dangers of noise exposure. Noise/sound-induced hearing loss - myths and facts. Overview of tinnitus, which occurs when you experience ringing or other noises in one or both of your ears. Tinnitus - myths and facts.
Congestive Heart Failure: Novel Approaches to Management and Recovery
This UMiamiHealth Talk webinar explores the most advanced treatments and therapies for congestive heart failure. UHealth cardiology experts, Dr. Luanda Grazette, director of the UHealth Advanced Heart Failure Program, and Dr. Joshua Hare, director of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine's Interdisciplinary Stem Cell Institute, share important information including: Overview of current medical approaches to managing congestive heart failure, Device-mediated therapies to improve functional capacity, quality of life, and survival for patients diagnosed with congestive heart failure, The differences between, and treatments for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF) vs. Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction (HFrEF), The promise of stem cell therapy to restore heart muscle function in patients with HFrEF.
The Art and Science of Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair
Joseph Lamelas, M.D., is an internationally known pioneer in minimally invasive cardiac surgery. We invite you to view his webinar presentation on Mitral Valve Repair and Replacement using the minimally invasive "Miami Method" he developed as an effective alternative to open-heart surgery. The Miami Method is a minimally invasive approach Dr. Lamelas has performed in more than 7,000 cases, and one that has been demonstrated to have many advantages for patients versus traditional, open-heart surgery.
The Covid-19 Vaccine: What You Need To Know
University of Miami Health System experts Dr. Roy E. Weiss, chief medical officer for COVID-19 and infectious disease specialist Dr. Susanne Doblecki-Lewis, medical leader of UHealth's Vaccine Task Force, answer questions and address topics regarding COVID-19 vaccines: What are the different types of COVID-19 vaccines and how do they work? What are the most common side effects? What if your second shot is delayed? Can you get COVID-19 from the vaccine? What are the CDC risk criteria? Who is eligible for vaccination?
Diabetes and COVID-19: What You Need to Know
University of Miami Health System and Comprehensive Diabetes Center experts Dr. Rajesh Garg (Endocrinology), Dr. Dushyantha Jayaweera (Infectious Disease), and Lauri Deane, APRN (Certified Diabetes Educator) cover important topics and answer questions regarding the relationship between Diabetes and COVID-19, vaccinations for patients with diabetes, and holiday eating and travel for patients with diabetes during the pandemic.
COVID Phobia and the Dangers of Delayed Care for Heart Attack and Stroke
Fear of COVID-19 – COVID Phobia – is creating a different kind of pandemic, causing injury to people who don't go to the ER when having chest pain, stroke, or untreated diabetes. A panel of University of Miami Health System experts – including the chiefs of cardiology, stroke, and emergency medicine – explain how "COVID Phobia" is a dangerous but very real phenomenon.
UHealth Medical and Surgical Weight Loss: A Soup to Nuts Approach to a Healthier Life
If you've tried diet after diet with no success but are serious about losing weight, this webinar is for you. During this webinar our expert panelists, Dr. Michelle Pearlman and Dr. Nestor De La Cruz-Muñoz, explain how genetic and environmental variables can impact how easily a person gains or loses weight, and how flipping the script on dieting can transform your health.
Managing Cardiovascular Care in Older Adults
Dr. Murry Drescher speaks on how cardiovascular medicine has adapted to tailor treatment for older adult patients who have cardiovascular disease complicated by other age-related health conditions. He explains how patients can rely on their cardiologist to provide primary management for their treatment plans and prescribed medications to assure the best quality of life for themselves and their caregivers.
Managing a Breast Cancer Diagnosis During a Pandemic
Dr. Elisa Krill-Jackson will present on how to manage a breast cancer diagnosis in the age of COVID-19. She will explore options around treatment schedules and visit-type options, as well as how to recognize emergency symptoms requiring immediate care. Dr. Krill-Jackson will also discuss how to protect your immune system.
Manejo de Cáncer de Seno Durante la Pandemia (En Español)
La Dra. Alejandra Pérez hablará del manejo de cáncer deseno en medio de la pandemia del COVID-19.Ella va a discutir cómo administrar los tratamientos de la manera massegura, qué tipo de visitas hay disponibles, qué síntomas son urgentes ycómo proteger el sistema inmunológico.
Hypertension, Heart Damage, and COVID-19: What you need to know (English session)
A panel of UHealth Cardiology experts discuss the strategies for managing heart health during a global pandemic, and discuss why it is important to never put off an ER visit regardless of COVID-19. Finally they review the safety precautions in place at UHealth hospitals and clinics that allow all patients to feel safe to return to their trusted providers.
Hipertensión, el daño al corazón y COVID-19. Lo que debe saber. (En Español)
Se hablará acerca de la miocarditis causada por la infección por COVID-19, un ataque al corazón que se sufrió al refugiarse en el hogar, la investigación sobre el vínculo entre los inhibidores de la enzima convertidora de angiotensina (ACE, por sus siglas en inglés) recetados para la hipertensión y la virulencia de la infección por COVID-19, y otras investigaciones actuales en UHealth sobre el impacto del coronavirus en la salud del corazón.