The manifestation of neurological and psychiatric symptoms (NPS) has given birth to the field of neuropsychiatry, which includes conditions such as apathy, depression, sleep disorders, hallucinations, delusions, psychosis, agitation, aggression, and dementia. The rates of NPS have been shown to increase as cognitive ability declines and may be useful in predicting transition from mild cognitive impairment (MCI) to dementia. A variety of factors such as age, genetic predisposition, medication side effects, and traumatic brain injury, to name a few, can cause NPS to emerge. Consequently, to better identify the symptomatology and understand the treatment modalities for dementia, join Dr. Payal Sharma Kamath live on Medflix!

Neuropsychiatric Symptoms and Drugs in Dementia

In dentistry, malocclusion is one of the most commonly occurring conditions in the human population. A misalignment of the bite leads to both functional and aesthetic complications for the individual. So how do doctors fix this? Orthodontics is a field that has made incredible strides in the development of more effective dental appliances, brackets, and bonding agents to address this problem. Join Dr. Jayesh Rahalkar, a very well-known orthodontist, as he takes you through the advances in diagnostic, communication, and therapeutic procedures in the field of orthodontics.

Advances in Orthodontics

Watch Dr. Desai discusses the study led by UCL and Great Ormond Street Hospital researchers who were able to identify for the first time how to pre-empt drug resistance in TB before they have occurred, and its implications. He goes on to discuss the use of gene therapy for Thalassemia, the study concludes that therapy was safe and well-tolerated by its participants. Lastly, a major feat for India, to be one of the 4 countries in the world to have performed a breathing lung transplant. Watch Dr. Apar Jindal, Director- Advanced Lung Transplant, Yashoda Hospital, give his views on this story and the future possibilities it holds for transplant patients.

Cutting Edge: Episode 8

Immunotherapy, activating the bodys immune system to initiate or enhance its anti-tumor activity, has become a potent tool in the physicians armory against cancer. The use of immune checkpoint inhibitors and monoclonal antibodies has radically altered the landscape of cancer treatment worldwide. With the constantly evolving body of literature in oncology, the physicians role in understanding how immunotherapy fits into their cancer treatment plan has never been higher. To further understand the role of immunotherapy in the clinical setting and the conditions suitable for its use, join Dr. Meenu Walia as she explores these pressing issues live on Medflix!

Role of Immunotherapy in Cancer

One of a physicians most challenging responsibilities is to deliver bad news, but medical school often provides little formal preparation for this daunting responsibility. The anxiety and uncertainty associated with giving bad news might compel physicians to emotionally disengage from their patients. Join us as we discuss this difficult task with Dr. Roma Kumar (PhD), a Clinical Psychologist with over 30 years of experience.

Breaking the Bad News

Senior Consultant, Max Super Specialty Hospital Gurgaon & Institute of Child Health at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi

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