Dr. Rod Passman, a leading researcher into the connection between atrial fibrillation and stroke, shares the latest research and treatment options and the best ways to get this condition under control to reduce the risk of stroke.Av Northwestern Medicine

High blood cholesterol is one of the major risk factors for heart and vascular disease. Robert Nierzwicki, MD, cardiologist at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage and Delnor Hospitals, discusses the lifestyle and genetic factors that impact cholesterol and other fats in the blood, as well as how genetic testing can impact treatment.…

Dr. Benjamin Nager explains what the pseudobulbar affect is, how common it is, how it affects a patient and their family, and treatment options available.Av Northwestern Medicine

Dr. Ilana Ruff Treiber discusses the F.A.S.T warning signs of a stroke, the importance of receiving treatment after suffering a stroke and the different treatment options available.Av Northwestern Medicine

Dr. Sara Padalik shares when stroke rehabilitation will begin, the types of treatments offered, if a patient will fully recover, and some of the challenges a stroke patient may face.Av Northwestern Medicine

Gestational diabetes is on the rise with pregnant women and a balanced diet and exercise are not the only way to ward off the condition. Hear from two leading experts, Dr. Szmuilowicz, and Dr. Metzger in gestational diabetes about how you can lower your risk and keep you and your baby healthy.Av Northwestern Medicine

Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and leading cause of disability in the United States. Stroke Education Coordinator Ryan Keiler shares warning signs of a stroke, prevention tips, and risk factors.Av Northwestern Medicine

Dr. Brian Chielli discusses the symptoms of cartilage damage in the knee, and the many non-operative treatments options available to restore function and reduce pain.Av Northwestern Medicine

Every day, more than 90 Americans die after overdosing on opioids. For people who have an opioid addiction, their problem may have started with a prescription. Can acute and chronic pain be treated without an opioid? Dr. Victor Foorsov discusses alternative pain treatment options to opioids.Av Northwestern Medicine

Huntington's disease (HD) is an inherited neurodegenerative disorder that’s caused by a mutation in a gene. If a parent is diagnosed, their children have a 50 percent chance of inheriting the gene and developing HD. Danny Bega, MD, MSCI discusses Huntington's disease and how to genetically test for this disease.…

Deep brain stimulation is a surgical treatment option for patients with Parkinson's disease who have not seen positive effects from medication. While this device implanted in the brain is not for everyone, it may be a lifesaver for those living with essential tremors. Dr. Cindy Zadikoff, discusses deep brain stimulation as a treatment option to hel…

Elizabeth Lowden, MD discusses the medications and health conditions that can impact weight gain and the new Northwestern Medicine Metabolic Health and Surgical Weight Loss Program.Av Northwestern Medicine

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that affects the central nervous system. Each person can be affected differently by the disease, with different symptoms that depend on which areas of the nervous system are affected. Dr. Carolyn Bevan discusses how The Northwestern Medicine Multiple Sclerosis Program offers cutting-edge and compassionate care f…

If and when the time comes to focus on comfort care closer to the end of life for a loved one, it might be time to consider hospice care. Priya Kumthekar, MD, neuro-oncologist at Northwestern Memorial, discusses end of life care for patients with Glioblastoma and how we will work with you and your loved ones to ensure as safe and comfortable a tran…

Whether it’s a television, computer, smartphone or tablet, do you ever feel like your child is always staring at a screen? Ryan Thill, LPC shares how to set screen time rules, and why you need to enforce them in your teens and young children.Av Northwestern Medicine