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Preventing Urinary Incontinence in Women - Diane Newman

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Diane Newman discusses her career-long dedication to research in the field of urinary incontinence and related health issues. She has conducted comprehensive studies in various areas, including behavioral therapy, device and catheter management, and preventive interventions. Notably, Dr. Newman highlights her involvement in the TULIP project, a preventive initiative focused on women without sympto...

Your Comprehensive Guide to Bladder and Pelvic Health - Diane Newman

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Diane Newman presents her extensive background in the field of urology and pelvic health. With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Newman's journey started in 1976 with coordinating a kidney transplant program in Philadelphia. She then pivoted towards helping women with incontinence, developing a behavioral treatment program enhanced by biofeedback at the Geriatric Research Center. Dr. Newman spent a...

Bladder Health, Anatomy, and Physiology - Diane Newman

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Diane Newman delves into the anatomy and physiology of the lower urinary tract. Dr. Newman’s specialty involves treating men and women who suffer from bladder control problems or pelvic floor dysfunction through behavioral therapy. In this lecture, she explains how the urinary system functions, beginning with the kidneys and detailing the journey of waste removal through the ureters and bladder. S...

Unveiling the Burdens of Urinary Incontinence - Diane Newman

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Diane Newman delivers an in-depth talk on urinary incontinence, detailing its nature, symptoms, and considerable impact on individuals' lives. She defines the condition as involuntary urine leakage, often triggered by social norms and activities causing physical pressure on the bladder. Symptoms like urinary urgency, frequency, nocturia, and bedwetting are more common in women due to factors such...

The Science of Incontinence: Strategies for Accurate Assessment - Diane Newman

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In this presentation, Diane Newman reviews the process of incontinence assessment based on her 35+ years of experience in the field. She provides an extensive list of the aspects covered in a basic incontinence assessment, including a patient history, the utility of a diary, and the importance of a physical examination. Dr. Newman emphasizes the role of the healthcare provider in initiating discus...

Breaking the Stigma: The Effort to Empower Women with Bladder Control Issues - Diane Newman

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Diane Newman emphasizes her work in patient advocacy and public education, particularly in addressing urinary incontinence - a problem often unreported by women. She shares her history of being interviewed by numerous publications, including the Philadelphia Enquirer and USA Today, which have highlighted her research and patient treatment programs. One poignant patient story is shared: a successfu...

Revolutionizing Urodynamic Monitoring with Bright Uro's Innovative Catheter-Free Sensor System - Derek Herrera

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Diane Newman engages with Derek Herrera in a discussion about an innovative solution to lower urinary tract dysfunction. Bright Uro has developed the Glean Urodynamic System, a miniature, wireless sensor inserted into the bladder, designed to replace the traditional catheter-based method. The sensor collects pressure and volume data, contributing to a catheter-free method of urodynamic monitoring....

Emerging Technologies in Urology: A Glimpse Into Tibial Nerve Stimulation for Bladder Dysfunction Treatment - Diane Newman & Howard Goldman

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In this discussion, Diane Newman, talks with Howard Goldman about advances in neuromodulation technology for patients with lower urinary tract dysfunction, overactive bladder, and urinary incontinence. Dr. Goldman highlights the potential of implantable tibial nerve stimulation devices, particularly a small device developed by BlueWind Medical. The device, placed next to the tibial nerve, is power...

Machine Learning's Transformative Potential in Urologic Diagnosis and Care - Diane Newman & Gregory Tasian

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In this discussion, adult nurse practitioner Diane Newman and Greg Tasian, a urologist specializing in pediatric urology, delve into the transformative potential of machine learning in the field of urology. Dr. Tasian illustrates machine learning's power in analyzing complex data sets and guiding decision-making, particularly in assessing low urinary tract dysfunction and stone disease. He describ...

Revolutionizing Urodynamics: Uromonitor's Comfortable, Real-Life Bladder Pressure Tracking - Diane Newman & Howard Goldman

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Diane Newman engages in a discussion with Howard Goldman on the Uromonitor, a non-invasive urodynamic device designed to measure bladder pressures in a more comfortable, natural setting. This innovative device, developed in partnership with Bright Urology and the Cleveland Clinic, is placed in the bladder and allows patients to move freely without external catheters. The Uromonitor, with its "Holt...