Cardiac Catheterization
A cardiac catheterization, or “cardiac cath,” is a diagnostic procedure used to provide information about the blood vessels of the heart, called the coronary arteries. To learn more about the effects of coronary artery disease, or “atherosclerosis,” and what to expect before and during this procedure, view the cardiac catheterization vodcast.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is a common diagnostic procedure for examining the large intestine, or colon. It’s used to identify conditions inside the colon such as polyps, ulcers, bleeding, and early signs of cancer. To learn what to expect during the procedure and to see what an actual polyp looks like, view the colonoscopy vodcast.
Echocardiogram
An echocardiogram or "echo" is an ultrasound-based procedure that shows how the heart chambers and valves are working. To learn more about the anatomy of the heart and what to expect both before and during this procedure, view the echo vodcast.
Hip Replacement Surgery
Hip replacement surgery can reduce pain and disability from a variety of hip conditions. To learn more about hip conditions and what to expect before, during, and after surgery, view the hip replacement vodcast.
Osteoarthritis
Are you having joint pain and stiffness? You may have a condition known as osteoarthritis. This video presents the information you need to know about your diagnosis and how to feel better soon.
Upper Endoscopy: EGD
Frequent bouts of indigestion or difficulty swallowing can be signs of serious illness. An Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) provides a visual examination of your esophagus, stomach, and part of the small intestine. Your doctor may perform this procedure to diagnosis or treat the cause of your symptoms. To find out how to prepare, view the EGD video.