Dr. Wilson Tsai and Dr. Jason Samarasena discuss how Cellvizio functions as an adjunct tool for gastroenterology and surgery, with demonstrated utility and versatility to address key clinical challenges in diagnosis and treatment.
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John Muir Health Designated as a Mentor Site for Robotic-Assisted Surgery
Concord Medical Center to serve as first Foregut Mentor Site in California
Media Contact: Ben DrewJohn Muir HealthTel: 925.947.5387 [email protected]
CONCORD, Calif. (Dec.
19, 2019) – In recognition of John Muir Health’s long-standing
commitment to innovation and advancement of patient care, the health system’s Concord
Medical Center has been designated as a Foregut Mentor...
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Vaping and its Dangers
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By KTVU Staff
Posted Sep 08 2019 01:29PM PDT
Video Posted Sep 08 2019 01:20PM PDT
Dr. Wilson Tsai of Bass Medical Group discusses the dangers of vaping
OAKLAND, Calif. (KTVU) - Health authorities announced Friday they are investigating Los Angeles County's first known death associated with vaping a marijuana product, and 10 other ca...
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Dr. Wilson Tsai: Bay Area surgeon discusses living with Tourette syndrome
From KTVU's Bay Area People Podcasts
Dr. Wilson Tsai, a thoracic surgeon at John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek, says he finds a stillness in the operating room that is hard for him to find anywhere else. KTVU's Claudine Wong met with Dr. Tsai to talk about his struggle with Tourette syndrome and the many obstacles he overcame to get where he is today.
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Dr. Tsai discusses living with Tourette syndrome, hopes to inspire others
Living with Tourette Syndrome
In a recent Fox 2 (KTVU) interview with Claudine Wong, Dr. Tsai discusses living with a condition called Tourette syndrome. In the video, he openly recalls stages in his life that he had to deal with personal challenges, bullying, and mentors that did not believe he could achieve his life's ambition to be a thoracic surgeon.
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April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month
Increasing public understanding and the risk factors of this dangerous disease
Walnut Creek, CA, April 10, 2018: April is esophageal cancer awareness month, helping to draw attention to a particularly deadly and rapidly growing form of cancer. Esophageal cancer is cancer that forms in the esophagus, the approximate 10-inch long tube that passes food from the mouth to the stomach. There are 2 typ...
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Group Pushes for FDA Warnings on Acid Reflux Medications
By Denise Dador
Tuesday, May 02, 2017 11:02PM
LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A group in Southern California said many people suffering from acid reflux are unaware it can cause cancer, and those who do know may believe over-the-counter heartburn medications reduce their risk of developing cancer.
But the Esophageal Cancer Action Network said the medications don't protect against cancer or Barr...
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The importance of detecting Barrett’s esophagus early
Barrett’s esophagus (BE), a term that just a few decades ago was relatively unknown or unheard of. Today, if you are one of the 20% in the United States suffering from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) or heartburn, then you may have heard of the term Barrett’s esophagus. What is it? Why is it important to understand it? How can you detect it and treat it?
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The Importance of a Full Workup for GERD Patients
Dr. Tsai reviews the various tests that chronic heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) sufferers can take to determine the root cause of their symptoms.
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Tony D.
As a kid growing up, starting at the age of 9 in 1980, I started to get this burning sensation in my chest and throat. I thought it was normal. I remember telling my Dad about it and he gave me Rolaids. Interestingly, he seemed always to have Rolaids on him. Thinking back, he probably suffered from recurring heartburn as well.
I would get heartburn at least twice a week, every week and this con...
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