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Sherard Tatum, MD Sherard Tatum, MD Otolaryngology, the oldest medical specialty in the United States, covers diseases and disorders of the ears, nose and throat, plus related structures of the head and neck. In this interview, Otolaryngology, the oldest medical specialty in the United States, covers diseases and disorders of the ears, nose and throat, plus related structures of the head and neck. In this interview, Sherard Tatum, MD Sherard Tatum, MD, interim chair of Upstate's department of otolaryngology, gives an overview of the specialty and the types of patients who may be helped by otolaryngologists., interim chair of Upstate's department of otolaryngology, gives an overview of the specialty and the types of patients who may be helped by otolaryngologists.            

Barry Berg, PhD (photo by Kathleen Paice Froio) Barry Berg, PhD (photo by Kathleen Paice Froio) Recent news headlines said scientists had discovered a new organ in the human body. That's not quite true, says emeritus professor Barry Berg, PhD, who has taught anatomy to thousands of medical and physical therapy students at Upstate. He explains how scientists are learning about the role of the interstitium by using a relatively new method of studying human tissue. (Click Recent news headlines said scientists had discovered a new organ in the human body. That's not quite true, says emeritus professor Barry Berg, PhD, who has taught anatomy to thousands of medical and physical therapy students at Upstate. He explains how scientists are learning about the role of the interstitium by using a relatively new method of studying human tissue. (Click here here to see the original article that prompted widespread news coverage of the interstitium.) to see the original article that prompted widespread news coverage of the

Victor Ambros, PhD Victor Ambros, PhD Most people have heard of DNA. Less well known aew RNA and the short segments of RNA called microRNA, which were discovered in the 1990s. One of the scientists credited with discovering microRNA, Most people have heard of DNA. Less well known aew RNA and the short segments of RNA called microRNA, which were discovered in the 1990s. One of the scientists credited with discovering microRNA, Victor Ambros, PhD, Victor Ambros, PhD, from the University of Massachusetts Medical School, recently spoke to researchers and physicians at Upstate. In this talk with "HealthLink on Air," he tell how his team learned of the existence of microRNA and why it's important. from the University of Massachusetts Medical School, recently spoke to researchers and physicians at Upstate. In this talk with "HealthLink on Air," he tell how his team learned of the existence of microRNA and why it's important.            

Pediatric rheumatologist Caitlin Sgarlat Deluca, DO, tells how Pediatric rheumatologist Caitlin Sgarlat Deluca, DO, tells how integrative medicine helps manage pain integrative medicine helps manage pain without drugs. Gynecologist Jennifer Makin, MD, discusses the without drugs. Gynecologist Jennifer Makin, MD, discusses the possible connection between talcum powder and ovarian cancer possible connection between talcum powder and ovarian cancer .  Cancer researcher Mobin Karimi, MD, PhD, talks about .  Cancer researcher Mobin Karimi, MD, PhD, talks about the charity work he is doing the charity work he is doing for his native Afghanistan. for his native Afghanistan.

Toxicologist Willie Eggleston, PharmD, explains Toxicologist Willie Eggleston, PharmD, explains how to administer naloxone how to administer naloxone to save someone who has overdosed on opioids. Obstetrician John Folk, MD, addresses to save someone who has overdosed on opioids. Obstetrician John Folk, MD, addresses high blood pressure in pregnancy high blood pressure in pregnancy. Nurse Kim Nasby and pediatric surgeon Kim Wallenstein, MD, PhD, discuss. Nurse Kim Nasby and pediatric surgeon Kim Wallenstein, MD, PhD, discuss how ski helmets can avert brain trauma how ski helmets can avert brain trauma in children. in children.

Sekou Rawlins, MD (photo by Jim Howe) Sekou Rawlins, MD (photo by Jim Howe) Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers diagnosed in men and women, and it can be preventable in people who receive proper screening. Upstate gastroenterologist Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers diagnosed in men and women, and it can be preventable in people who receive proper screening. Upstate gastroenterologist Sekou Rawlins, MD Sekou Rawlins, MD, urges people to reduce their risk for developing colon or rectal cancer by following a healthy diet high in fiber and by discussing with their doctor which screening method is best for their situation. People with a family history of certain cancers, and those with bowel diseases including ulcerative colitis are at increased risk and may require more vigilant screening. People at normal risk are usually recommended for screening starting at age 50. Rawlins talks about the various screening methods, along with the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer you sh

Caitlin Sgarlat Deluca, DO (photo by Jim Howe) Caitlin Sgarlat Deluca, DO (photo by Jim Howe) Upstate pediatric rheumatologist Upstate pediatric rheumatologist Caitlin Sgarlat Deluca, DO Caitlin Sgarlat Deluca, DO, explains the variety of methods she makes available through the Pediatric Integrative Medicine Center for patients from age 2 to 22 who are experiencing pain. Acupuncture, tai chi, music and art therapy, yoga, meditation and energy therapies are among the services available. Sometimes these techniques are paired with traditional medical treatment. Deluca discusses the different types of pain, what's normal and what's not, and how nutrition plays a role., explains the variety of methods she makes available through the Pediatric Integrative Medicine Center for patients from age 2 to 22 who are experiencing pain. Acupuncture, tai chi, music and art therapy, yoga, meditation and energy therapies are among the services available. Sometimes these techniques are paired with traditional medical treatment.

Winter Berry, DO (photo by Jim Howe) Winter Berry, DO (photo by Jim Howe) The journal The journal Contemporary Pediatrics named Upstate pediatrician Winter Berry, DO, as a "pediatric change maker, Contemporary Pediatrics named Upstate pediatrician Winter Berry, DO, as a "pediatric change maker, " in honor of her work starting a diaper bank for families in need. " in honor of her work starting a diaper bank for families in need. Berry Berry discusses how the diaper bank began, what it has grown into and the impact it can have on the lives of children in Central New York. The award she won is given annually to pediatricians who exemplify the "tireless advocacy for children" of the journal's founder, the late Frank Oski, MD, who was chairman of pediatrics at Upstate for several years. discusses how the diaper bank began, what it has grown into and the impact it can have on the lives of children in Central New York. The award she won is given annually to pediatricians who exemplify the "tireless advocac

Stephen Thomas, MD (photo by Jim Howe) Stephen Thomas, MD (photo by Jim Howe) When 3,000 United States service members were deployed to West Africa during the Ebola crisis from 2014 to 2016, When 3,000 United States service members were deployed to West Africa during the Ebola crisis from 2014 to 2016, Stephen Thomas, MD Stephen Thomas, MD, and Army colleagues investigated their psychological perspectives. The researchers, and Army colleagues investigated their psychological perspectives. The researchers share their findings share their findings in a pair of papers published in the journals Military Medicine and Public Health. The research discusses sleep problems, stressors and the effect of quarantine. Upon return from West Africa, the service members were quarantined for 21 days. Thomas, now a professor of medicine and of microbiology and immunology at Upstate, specializes in infectious diseases. He says none of the service members contracted Ebola during deployment, but a few developed malaria.  in a pair

Timothy Damron, MD (photo by Jim Howe) Timothy Damron, MD (photo by Jim Howe) Some patients can safely undergo surgery to have their knee joint replaced and go home the same day, says Some patients can safely undergo surgery to have their knee joint replaced and go home the same day, says Timothy Damron, MD Timothy Damron, MD, the vice chairman for orthopedic surgery at Upstate. Patients who are relatively healthy and motivated may qualify for the one-day, or swift knee, procedure, he explains., the vice chairman for orthopedic surgery at Upstate. Patients who are relatively healthy and motivated may qualify for the one-day, or swift knee, procedure, he explains.

Registered pharmacists Eric Balotin, left, and David Geloso (photo by Jim Howe) Registered pharmacists Eric Balotin, left, and David Geloso (photo by Jim Howe) In May, Upstate University Hospital is opening a In May, Upstate University Hospital is opening a pharmacy pharmacy in the main lobby that will fill prescriptions for patients, employees and visitors. Registered pharmacists Eric Balotin and David Geloso describe how patients will be able to receive their medications to take home before they are discharged, as well as speak to a pharmacist, if needed.The pharamcy will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekends. in the main lobby that will fill prescriptions for patients, employees and visitors. Registered pharmacists Eric Balotin and David Geloso describe how patients will be able to receive their medications to take home before they are discharged, as well as speak to a pharmacist, if needed.The pharamcy will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekends

John Folk, MD John Folk, MD Women who have high blood pressure ideally should seek medical care prior to becoming pregnant, says Women who have high blood pressure ideally should seek medical care prior to becoming pregnant, says John Folk, MD, John Folk, MD, a clinical associate professor in Upstate's department of obstetrics and gynecology. He explains that high blood pressure, known as hypertension, can pose risks during pregnancy. He also explains why it's reasonable to expect that a woman can deliver a healthy baby if her high blood pressure is carefully monitored and controlled during pregnancy. a clinical associate professor in Upstate's department of obstetrics and gynecology. He explains that high blood pressure, known as hypertension, can pose risks during pregnancy. He also explains why it's reasonable to expect that a woman can deliver a healthy baby if her high blood pressure is carefully monitored and controlled during pregnancy.    

Jerrold Abraham, MD, left, and Soma Sanyal, MD (photo by Richard Whelsky) Jerrold Abraham, MD, left, and Soma Sanyal, MD (photo by Richard Whelsky) Upstate pathology professor Upstate pathology professor Jerrold Abraham, MD Jerrold Abraham, MD, and assistant professor, and assistant professor Soma Sanyal, MD Soma Sanyal, MD, are, are examining lung tissue from coal miners with black lung disease, examining lung tissue from coal miners with black lung disease, as part of a large study into the reasons for a recent increase in the disease, which is also known as coal worker's pneumoconiosis. The increase may have to do with changes in coal mining technology, as well as the enforcement of safety regulations, says Abraham. The study will continue for three years.  as part of a large study into the reasons for a recent increase in the disease, which is also known as coal worker's pneumoconiosis. The increase may have to do with changes in coal mining technology, as well as the enforcement of safety regulations, sa

Willie Eggleston, a doctor of pharmacy at Upstate (photo by Jim Howe) Willie Eggleston, a doctor of pharmacy at Upstate (photo by Jim Howe) Naloxone, a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, can be purchased over the counter from pharmacies in New York and several other states, says Naloxone, a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, can be purchased over the counter from pharmacies in New York and several other states, says Willie Eggleston Willie Eggleston, a clinical toxicologist and doctor of pharmacy from the Upstate New York Poison Center. He explains how to administer naloxone, which is sold under the brand name Narcan, and how the medication works. He also tells about the Good Samaritan Law designed to protect people who are trying to help. To contact Eggleston about naloxone training for groups of medical or lay people, call 315-464-8906. For more detailed information about naloxone, visit the, a clinical toxicologist and doctor of pharmacy from the Upst

Kim Wallenstein, MD, PhD, left, and nurse Kim Nasby (photo by Jim Howe) Kim Wallenstein, MD, PhD, left, and nurse Kim Nasby (photo by Jim Howe) Bicyclists under the age of 14 are required to wear bike helmets in New York state, and pediatric trauma experts from the Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital say it's important that young skiers, snowboarders and snow tubers also wear head protection. Bicyclists under the age of 14 are required to wear bike helmets in New York state, and pediatric trauma experts from the Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital say it's important that young skiers, snowboarders and snow tubers also wear head protection. Kim Wallenstein, MD, PhD Kim Wallenstein, MD, PhD, and nurse Kim Nasby explain how helmets can prevent or reduce the severity of injuries sustained from skiing or snowboarding. They explain how to choose the proper helmet -- and stress that bike helmets are not interchangeable with winter helmets., and nurse Kim Nasby explain how helmets can prevent or reduce the severity

Brian Johnson, MD, left, and Sunny Aslam, MD (photo by Jim Howe) Brian Johnson, MD, left, and Sunny Aslam, MD (photo by Jim Howe) Psychiatrists at Upstate who specialize in addiction medicine offer an outpatient detox program for people who are addicted to opioids and other drugs. Psychiatrists at Upstate who specialize in addiction medicine offer an outpatient detox program for people who are addicted to opioids and other drugs. Sunny Aslam, MD, Sunny Aslam, MD, and and Brian Johnson, MD Brian Johnson, MD, explain that this program begins with a lengthy evaluation and examination. It also includes treatment for underlying pain issues. For details, call 315-464-3130., explain that this program begins with a lengthy evaluation and examination. It also includes treatment for underlying pain issues. For details, call 315-464-3130.

Jennifer Makin, MD (photo by Jim Howe) Jennifer Makin, MD (photo by Jim Howe) Jennifer Makin, MD Jennifer Makin, MD, explains how the controversy regarding talcum powder and ovarian cancer began and its similarities to the association between asbestos and mesothelioma. Some studies have shown that women who use talcum powder for feminine hygiene have an increased risk of developing ovarian cancer, explains Makin, an obstetrician and gynecologist at Upstate. Other studies have not shown a significant association. She recommends that women not use talcum powder in the genital area., explains how the controversy regarding talcum powder and ovarian cancer began and its similarities to the association between asbestos and mesothelioma. Some studies have shown that women who use talcum powder for feminine hygiene have an increased risk of developing ovarian cancer, explains Makin, an obstetrician and gynecologist at Upstate. Other studies have not shown a significant association. She recommends that women not use t

Doctor of physical therapy Doctor of physical therapy Adam Rufa Adam Rufa tells tells how to deal with common sources of back pain how to deal with common sources of back pain. Fertility expert. Fertility expert Kazim Chohan, PhD, Kazim Chohan, PhD, and pediatric cancer specialist and pediatric cancer specialist Jody Sima, MD Jody Sima, MD, describe a new program that allows males facing cancer or other conditions, describe a new program that allows males facing cancer or other conditions to preserve their ability to father children to preserve their ability to father children. Orthopedic surgeon. Orthopedic surgeon Brian Kistler, MD Brian Kistler, MD, explains, explains how broken bones are repaired after traumatic injury. how broken bones are repaired after traumatic injury.

Physician-astronaut Michael Barratt, MD, Physician-astronaut Michael Barratt, MD, discusses the impact of space travel on the human body discusses the impact of space travel on the human body. Upstate pathology and urology professor Jeffrey Ross, MD,. Upstate pathology and urology professor Jeffrey Ross, MD, explains how a genetic understanding of a person's cancer leads to more precise treatment explains how a genetic understanding of a person's cancer leads to more precise treatment. Syracuse University linguistics professor Tej Krishan Bhatia, PhD,. Syracuse University linguistics professor Tej Krishan Bhatia, PhD, tells how speech relates to health care. tells how speech relates to health care.

Jeffrey Ross, MD (photo by Jim Howe) Jeffrey Ross, MD (photo by Jim Howe) Cancer treatment is moving from a "one size fits all" approach into precision medicine, which examines a person's genetic makeup in choosing an individualized treatment. Cancer treatment is moving from a "one size fits all" approach into precision medicine, which examines a person's genetic makeup in choosing an individualized treatment. Jeffrey Ross, MD Jeffrey Ross, MD, a professor of pathology and urology at Upstate, explains the promise this new era holds., a professor of pathology and urology at Upstate, explains the promise this new era holds.