Video: Second Opinion
Fast-paced and provocative, SECOND OPINION focuses on health literacy in an engaging, entertaining and accessible way. The long-running series engages a panel of medical professionals and lay people in honest, in-depth discussions about complex health issues and life-changing medical decisions. Host Dr. Peter Salgo, who maintains a full-time practice at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City, presents intriguing, real-life medical cases to professionals representing a variety of specialties. As the experts grapple with the diagnosis and treatment options, viewers gain an understanding of doctors' decision-making process. This season, topics include: psoriasis, chronic pain management, medical radiation, pituitary gland tumor, living with Alzheimer's, pneumonia, autism and more.
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SECOND OPINION | Heart Replacement | PBS (#710)
Innovations and improvements in medical technology have made heart failure treatments increasingly successful. Learn about advancements in heart replacement procedures that in some patients are... 05:42
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SECOND OPINION | Dizziness | PBS (#713)
Dizziness is a common complaint and can be both disabling and incapacitating. Working with your physician to determine the cause of your symptoms can lead to effective treatment. 05:37
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SECOND OPINION | Spinal Cord Injury | PBS (#712)
This special edition of Second Opinion tells two personal stories. Our patient panelist and our one of our physician panelists each suffered a devastating spinal cord injury. Each year, more than... 06:32
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SECOND OPINION | HPV Vaccine / Cervical Cancer | PBS (#711)
Families all over America are trying to decide whether to get the HPV vaccine for their daughters. Human papillomavirus (HPV) — a sexually transmitted infection — is the most common cause of... 04:49
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SECOND OPINION | Fecal Incontinence | PBS (#709)
Don't laugh. More than 5.5 million Americans experience loss of bowel control. It affects people of all ages, and can be devastating to a person's self esteem and family life. Knowing what... 05:26
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SECOND OPINION | Season Seven Preview | PBS
New season, hot topics on the award-winning public television health series, Second Opinion. "Vitamin D", "Celiac Disease" and the often controversial "Cervical Cancer Vaccine" are three of this... 03:28
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SECOND OPINION | Breast Reconstruction | PBS (#706)
Treatment for breast cancer can be overwhelming, both physically and emotionally. While having reconstructive surgery is a personal choice, knowing your options can help you better prepare for the... 05:03
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SECOND OPINION | Bipolar Disorder | PBS (#704)
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness caused by a chemical disorder of the brain. Once called manic depression, bipolar disorder causes dramatic symptoms. People who suffer from this disease may... 05:53
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SECOND OPINION | Racial Disparities in Cardiac Care | PBS (#707)
African-American adults are less likely to be diagnosed with coronary heart disease, but they are more likely to die from heart disease. Knowing what steps can be taken by patients, providers and... 06:56
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SECOND OPINION | Mammography | PBS (#708)
The recent controversy over when—and how often—women should begin having mammograms has left a wake of confusion. Now that the new recommendations have been analyzed in the news media, this episode... 07:00
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SECOND OPINION | Late Effects of Cancer Treatments | PBS
Treatment of cancer involves the use of strong drugs that target the cancer with the goal of curing it, but these often life saving treatments y can leave a wake of long-term physical and mental... 05:54
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SECOND OPINION | Celiac Disease | PBS (#702)
What does it mean to live "gluten-free?" Celiac Disease is a hereditary autoimmune disorder. Nearly three million Americans suffer from Celiac Disease, which means their systems cannot tolerate... 06:18
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SECOND OPINION | Multiple Sclerosis | PBS (#703)
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) can be a debilitating disease of the nervous system in which the protective sheath around nerve cells becomes damaged. Symptoms vary widely and cannot be predicted, but... 07:17
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SECOND OPINION | Vitamin D | PBS (#701)
When exposed to direct sunlight, the human body will naturally produce Vitamin D. However, changes in lifestyle and behavior have caused many people to become Vitamin D deficient. Learn what... 05:41
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SECOND OPINION | Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma | PBS
While other cancers continue to decline, lymphoma is on the rise. The good news is that with early diagnosis, Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma is often a very treatable disease with a good prognosis. 05:01
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SECOND OPINION | Caregiver Burnout (Part II) | PBS
As we live longer and caregiving becomes a bigger issue in the U.S., learn what can be done to help our caregiving community. 04:27
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SECOND OPINION | Caregiver Burnout (Part I) | PBS
While family caregivers give of themselves out of love, there are real physical, emotional and financial costs associated with caregiving. 04:30
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SECOND OPINION | Caring for Someone with a Chronic Disease
While chronic kidney disease continues to rise in the U.S., Second Opinion explores the many issues faced when caring for a loved one with a chronic disease. 06:11
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SECOND OPINION | Kidney Disease | PBS
While chronic kidney disease continues to rise in the U.S., Second Opinion explores the many issues faced when caring for a loved one with a chronic disease. 05:24
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SECOND OPINION | Alzheimer's Disease: A Caregiver's Journey
A diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease can be devastating for a person and their loved ones. Caregiving issues surrounding a person with a cognitive disease are unique, and planning for decline in... 04:00
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