How Do Continuous Glucose Monitors Work? with Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas
Release Date: 07/29/2024
What is Glomerular Disease?
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Glomerular disease affects the kidney’s filtering units and can lead to inflammation or scarring that makes it harder to remove waste and excess fluid. Zhabiz Solhjou, MD, a nephrologist at Scripps Clinic, breaks down the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Solhjou also explains who’s most at risk, the difference between primary and secondary glomerular disease and how the Scripps glomerular disease clinic helps protect kidney function.
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Cardiomyopathy: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Options
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Cardiomyopathy is a serious condition that affects the heart muscle, making it harder for the heart to pump blood the way it should. Rajeev Mohan, MD, a cardiologist specializing in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology at Scripps Clinic, explains the different types of cardiomyopathy — including stress-induced “broken heart syndrome” — and what symptoms to watch for. Dr. Mohan also walks through how cardiomyopathy is diagnosed, the latest treatment options (from medications to implanted devices and surgery) and when it’s time to see a doctor.
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Managing Respiratory Conditions During Pregnancy
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How to Stay Healthy This Respiratory Season
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Diabetes and Pregnancy: What Every Expecting Mother Should Know
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San Diego Heath Podcast: Managing Diabetes During Pregnancy Pregnancy is an exciting time filled with joy, and understandably, caution. For women with diabetes, there comes an added layer of concern. Managing diabetes during pregnancy takes extra steps, your medical care team can help both mom and baby thrive. In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor and Scripps Clinic OB-GYN Daniela Gomez, MD, discuss the risks that come with uncontrolled blood sugar while pregnant, diabetes care during pregnancy and after delivery, and how a healthy pregnancy begins even before...
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Hormone Headaches: What Causes Them and How to Get Relief
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Hormones affect so many aspects of our health, including our moods, hunger, sleep, energy and much more. For women, fluctuating hormone levels can cause headaches that range from annoying to debilitating. Why do hormone headaches happen and how can women find relief? In this video, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks about hormone headaches with Scripps neurologist and headache specialist Emily Engel, MD, director of the Dalessio Headache Center at Scripps Clinic.
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What Is Theranostics? How It’s Changing Cancer Care
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San Diego Health Podcast: Theranostics The field of cancer care is constantly advancing. Until recently, treating many types of cancer involved surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. However, a promising new therapy, called theranostics, is providing precision treatment to patients with advanced pancreatic and prostate cancers. In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor and Scripps Cancer Center radiologist Nikunj Patel, MD, discuss how theranostics works, how it differs from traditional cancer treatments, and who’s a candidate. Dr. Patel also explains why this new form of...
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What to Know About Robotic Spine Surgery
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Robotic spine surgery is changing the way back conditions are treated. With greater precision and less recovery time, it can be a game changer for the right patients. Stephen Stephan, MD, orthopedic spine surgeon at Scripps Clinic, answers common questions and explains how it works.
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Healthy Eating Habits for Kids
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As the old adage goes: You are what you eat. That rings especially true for kids. Children benefit significantly from healthy eating. Healthy eating habits help keep weight under control, support brain development and strong bones, and even boost immunity. But it can be difficult to keep kids on track—or change unhealthy habits that have already developed. In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor interviews Scarlett Chen, a Scripps Clinic pediatrician. Dr. Chen gives specific tips on encouraging healthy eating habits for kids, such as eating regular meals with nutritious foods...
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How To Diagnose And Treat Stroke
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In this podcast, Mary Kalafut, MD, neurologist at Scripps Clinic John R. Anderson V Medical Pavilion, answers common questions about strokes including symptoms, risk factors and treatment. She also explains why time is critical, what BEFAST stands for and how to lower your risk. Listen to the full Q&A to learn more about strokes and how Scripps is nationally recognized for stroke care.
info_outlineFor the roughly 40 million Americans living with diabetes, it’s critical to maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Continuous blood sugar monitors may be able to help. The devices track blood sugar levels 24/7—no finger pricks required. In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor and guest, Athena Philis-Tsimikas, MD, a Scripps Clinic endocrinologist and corporate vice president of the Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute, discuss the benefits of continuous glucose monitors for patients with diabetes. Dr. Tsimikas also explains how continuous glucose monitors can work in tandem with an insulin pump to automatically control blood sugar levels.