Medical Series (Open to the Public)

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Living Well with Chronic Pain: Tips for Daily Comfort

February 11

Speaker: Dr. Anirudh Gorti, Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, UCI School of Medicine

Dr. Gorti completed his residency in Anesthesiology at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and a fellowship at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He will discuss modern approaches to pain management, including both medical and interventional techniques designed to improve quality of life and reduce the reliance on opioids.

Longevity Lifestyle

February 25

Speaker : Megan Wroe, MS, Wellness Manager at Providence St. Jude Medical Center

Megan Wroe is a registered dietitian who manages comprehensive wellness programs that incorporate movement, nutrition and restorative practices for whole-body health and condition management. She will review current recommendations from longevity research and share key strategies for cultivating independent movement, optimal health and best quality of life at any age.

Can You Hear Me Now? Life After Hearing Loss and Tech Revolution

March 11

Speaker: Miriam R. Smetak, M.D., UCI Health-Otolaryngology

Dr. Smetak is a neurotology fellow at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. She earned dual bachelor’s degrees in Aerospace Engineering and Archaeology from the University of Southern California in 2010, followed by a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Minnesota in 2017. She received her medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School in 2018 and completed her Otolaryngology residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 2023. Dr. Smetak will discuss the effects of hearing loss and its impact on our daily lives. She will also discuss exciting advances in hearing aid technology and hearing restoration techniques that are transforming lives.

Ways to Manage Blood Sugar

March 25

Speaker: Joseph Hsiao, M.D., Endocrinologist at the Providence St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group

Dr. Hsiao completed his fellowship in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism at UCLA and currently practices general endocrinology in Orange and Irvine. Dr. Hsiao will review how blood sugars are regulated and what happens when this balance is disrupted. He will discuss common questions that he encounters in his practice and will advise on the available tools and strategies for optimizing blood sugars. 

The Hidden Connection: HPV and Cancers of the Mouth and Throat

April 15

Speaker: Mark Swanson, M.D.

Dr. Swanson is a board-certified otolaryngologist specializing in head and neck surgery. He earned his medical degree from the Ohio State University College of Medicine and completed his residency in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Southern California/LAC+USC Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship in head and neck and microvascular surgery at the University of Miami/Jackson Health System. Please join Dr. Swanson as he explains the growing connection between Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and head and neck cancers. He will discuss prevention, early detection and the latest treatment options.

Sleep Smarter: The Role of Nutrition in Restful Nights

April 29

Speaker: Anita Doeve, MS, RD, CDE, Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator

Anita Doeve is a seasoned diabetes educator with more than 20 years of experience in the field of nutrition. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from the University of Alberta in Canada, followed by a dietetic internship at the same institution. She later obtained her Master of Science in Nutrition from Central Michigan University. In this presentation, she will explore howdiet and nutrition directly impact sleep quality, and provide practical, evidence-based tips to enhance rest and overall well-being through smarter food choices.