August 1, 2024
Women undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), also known as coronary angioplasty with stenting, tend to have less complex coronary lesions than men but face higher risks […]
July 30, 2024
Heart disease in women was discussed as distinct from men’s heart disease. It was highlighted that heart disease ranks as the leading cause of death for […]
July 25, 2024
Dr. Gloria Wu interviewed Dr. Paul Wang from Stanford University School of Medicine regarding hybrid surgical catheter ablation for treating atrial fibrillation. This innovative approach involves […]
July 23, 2024
Dr. Wu recently attended the American Medical Association meeting in Chicago, representing the women physician section on the governing council. A significant topic of discussion was […]
July 18, 2024
Today, we discuss the challenges women face in male-dominated fields, focusing on women pay equity and the need for mentors. Carolyn Conklin, a manager on a […]
July 16, 2024
Today, we’re discussing large language models and ambient natural language models in healthcare. Ambient natural language models, like those developed by Augmedix Inc., transcribe doctors’ spoken […]
July 11, 2024
Dr. Gloria Wu disscusses AI-mediated chatbots, referencing a New York Times article from April 8, 2024. The article, authored by Cade Metz, Cecilia Kang, Shera Frankel, […]
July 9, 2024
Controlling high blood pressure can significantly decrease the risk of dimentia. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, requires treatment. An added benefit is that […]
July 5, 2024
Pregnancy drug classes, established by the FDA, categorize medications based on their potential risks to the fetus when taken during pregnancy. Class A drugs have been […]
July 2, 2024
Pregnancy can bring about several changes in a woman’s eyes and vision due to hormonal shifts, increased blood volume, and fluid retention. These changes are generally […]
June 26, 2024
Pregnancy can induce various changes in the eyes, often due to hormonal fluctuations, increased blood volume, and changes in metabolism and immune function. Common ocular changes […]
June 20, 2024
Intracardiac tracings, also known as intracardiac electrocardiograms (iECGs), are a critical diagnostic tool for evaluating the electrical activity within the heart. This procedure involves inserting catheters […]