HELP TALKS - Dr.Jayanti Kamath on Menstrual Problems in Women

This video is a talk by Dr.Jayanti Kamath at HELP on 30th March,11. Topic "Menstrual Problems in Women".

Dr.Jayanti Kamath can be contacted at 9821244208/ 28265677.

Relevant Information

Today, many physicians make themselves, an assistant or other staff member available to their patients over the phone. Pre-visit questions and routine follow-up on the phone can save you - and your doctor - both time and money. Before making a call, you need to certain relevant information in advance:

* When is the best time to call?
* What is the doctor's rule for returning calls?
* Whom should you speak with (e.g., assistant, nurse) if the doctor can't come to the phone?
* What is the phone number for making emergency calls or for calls when the office is closed?
* Whom can you call if your doctor is out of town?

Keep the following in mind

* Keep a pen and paper ready so that you can write down the relevant instructions.
* Make sure all your medical records are at hand, so that you can answer questions about your medical problem intelligently and accurately.
* Identify yourself properly, giving your full name as well as your diagnosis (try not to tax your doctor's memory!).
* Ask if you can take a few minutes of the doctor's time now, or whether you should call back again - this is common courtesy!
* Report specific symptoms. For example, rather than just saying, 'I don't feel well, or I've got the flu,' which can be interpreted in different ways, be prepared to describe your symptoms precisely; for instance, fever, sore throat, cough, and/or body ache. Similarly, instead of just saying, 'my baby has a fever' specify the exact temperature and the duration of the fever as well as other signs or symptoms.
* When you don't know what you need (for example, you may not be sure how serious the illness is, i.e., if you require a visit to the clinic), tell the staff you're uncertain and request that you speak to a nurse or the doctor's assistant over the phone. Don't be hesitant; if you're feeling concerned or anxious, let the clinic staff know.
* Don't insist on talking only to the doctor every time you call. For example, if you just need to make an appointment, or merely clarify a doubt, the nursing staff or receptionist may be able to help you. To put it differently: respect your doctor's time!
* Don't misuse the phone by trying to wangle a free consultation. Not only is this act unfair to the doctor, but also such a consultation is likely to be very unreliable!

Schedule of HELP TALKS from 1st April to 15th April 2011

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As you know, we constantly try to upgrade the talks conducted at the center, you shouldn't miss!

Following is the schedule of the talks/workshops. All of these talks are absolutely Free of charge.

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Date Speaker Topic

Fri 1st Apr 4.00pm	Mr.Nitin Jain	Meditation for Happiness in Life	*
Sat 2nd Apr 3.30pm	Mr.Kanu (Harshad) Kamdar	Parkinson – My Friend
Mon 4th Apr 4.00pm	Dr.Jenny Parmar	Reflexology - Stimulating The Body's Healing Forces	*
Tue 5th Apr 4.30pm	Dr.Shreeram Vaidya	Can We Prevent Cancer?	*
Wed 6th Apr 4.00pm	Ms.Ratna Khemani	Make Your Child a Winner	*
Thu 7th Apr 11.30am	Dr.Aniruddha Malpani	The Patient Community@HELP	*
Fri 8th Apr 3.30pm	Dr.Meherunisa Sutarwala	Emotional Freedom Technique	*
Sat 9th Apr 3.30pm	Dr.Kishore Punjabi	From Medication to Meditation	*
Mon 11th Apr 3.30pm	Dr.Jasmine Shah	Hidden Secrets of your Handwriting	*
Tue 12th Apr 3.30pm	Mr.Ashok Agarwal	Protect your Eyes Naturally	*
Wed 13th Apr 3.30pm	Dr.Rohit Bartake	Ayurveda: Nature’s Medicine	*
Thu 14th Apr 3.30pm	Ms.Seema Bir	Food for Life	*
Fri 15th Apr 4.00pm	Mr.Mehernosh Chhapkhanwala	Optimal Health – Optimal Living	*

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HELP TALKS - Dr.Uday Chotai on Healing Power of Naturopathy Dietetics

This video is a talk by Dr.Uday Chotai at HELP on 28th March,11. Topic "Healing Power of Naturopathy Dietetics".

Dr.Uday Chotai can be contacted at 9821140011.

Feedback - Healing Power of Naturopathy Dietetics

This video is a feedback by one of our readers Mrs.Pooja Shah on the HELP TALK - Healing Power of Naturopathy Dietetics by Dr.Uday Chotai conducted on 28th March, 11. For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

Get advice over the phone

Often times, you can save yourself a long wait for the doctor at the clinic by getting timely advice on the telephone. Such a trend is becoming increasingly important today, when time is at a premium and commuting is so arduous, thanks to frequent traffic jams! You need to learn to make intelligent use of the phone to get appropriate help from the doctor. However, when you're sick or hurt, it becomes difficult to think clearly and the following routine may help you to help the doctor give you the care you need over the telephone.

Cancer Series Patient Education: Testicular Cancer

Testicular Cancer

Patient Education Series: Testicular Cancer

First in the series of patient education booklets on all types of cancer - this booklet addresses issues on testicular cancer. The booklet has been provided courtsey JASCAP. Testicular Cancer

HELP TALKS - Mr.Aminali Panjwani on Sujok Acupressure for Knee, Back and Cervical Pain - II

This video is a talk conducted by Mr.Aminali Panjwani at HELP on 26th March' 11 : Topic - "Sujok Acupressure for Knee, Back and Cervical Pain - II"

Mr.Aminali Panjwani can be contacted at 9820403813

Feedback - Sujok Acupressure for Knee, Back and Cervical Pain - II

This video is a feedback by one of our readers Ms.Saroj Gupta on the HELP TALK - Sujok Acupressure for Knee, Back and Cervical Pain - II by Mr.Aminali Panjwani conducted on 26th March, 11. For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

MD Consult for Medical Students and Indian Doctors

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MD Consult brings the leading medical resources - full text books, journals, patient education resources, images, clinics reviews, drug information and continued medical education together - into one integrated online service to help you. MD Consult is designed to be easy to use and not require any special training or setup. However, we do offer helpful resources for Indian doctors at concessional subscription rates.

HELP TALKS - Mr.Rashid Merchant on Self Confidence - Self fulfilling Prophecy

This video is a Talk conducted by Mr.Rashid Merchant at HELP on 25th March '11 : topic - "Self Confidence - Self fulfilling Prophecy"

Mr. Rashid Merchant is a motivation/personality development teacher. He can be contacted at 98701 99082

Feedback - Self Confidence - Self fulfilling Prophecy

This video is a feedback by one of our readers on the HELP TALK - Self Confidence - Self fulfilling Prophecy by Mr.Rashid Merchant conducted on 25th March, 11. For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

HELP TALKS - Ms.Sonal Chauhan on Energy Remedy for Sleep

This video is a talk by Ms.Sonal Chauhan at HELP on 24th March,11. Topic "Energy Remedy for Sleep".

Feedback - Energy Remedy for Sleep

This video is a feedback by one of our readers Ms.Perizad Dalal on the HELP TALK - Energy Remedy for Sleep by Ms.Sonal Chauhan conducted on 24th March, 11. For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

Good Communication = Good Results

Most capable doctors will agree that they learn from their patients all the time, just as a good teacher learns from his students! A skillful doctor treats the patient as the captain of the ship and himself as the navigator, and a balance of respect between the doctor and the patient can foster a partnership in which both learn all the time! However, remember that playing an active role in your own health care places the responsibility for reliable communication with your doctor squarely on you!

HELP TALKS - Mr.Tahseen Khan on Unlimited Powers within - Mind, Money, Success

This video is a talk by Mr.Tahseen Khan at HELP on 23rd March, 11. Topic "Unlimited Powers within - Mind, Money, Success".

Mr.Tahseen Khan can be contacted at 9833117177/ 022 24375766.

Mr.Tahseen Khan - His Experience on giving a talk at HELP

This video is a feedback by Mr.Tahseen Khan on His Experience on giving a talk at HELP.

At HELP, we organize talks everyday by doctors/specialists on different health related topics, issues. These talks are recorded and uploaded on our website, youtube, facebook, orkut, twitter.

Are you a doctor? Would you like to give a talk at HELP Library? Feel free to contact us at HELP - 22061101, 22031133.

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Mr.Tahseen Khan - His Experience on giving a talk at HELP

This video is a feedback by Mr.Tahseen Khan on His Experience on giving a talk at HELP.

At HELP, we organize talks everyday by doctors/specialists on different health related topics, issues. These talks are recorded and uploaded on our website, youtube, facebook, orkut, twitter.

Are you a doctor? Would you like to give a talk at HELP Library? Feel free to contact us at HELP - 22061101, 22031133.

For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

Feedback - Unlimited Powers within - Mind, Money, Success

This video is a feedback by one of our readers on the HELP TALK - Unlimited Powers within - Mind, Money, Success by Mr.Tahseen Khan conducted on 23rd March, 11. For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

Help from your Family

Even if a family member or a friend can't accompany you to the clinic, he or she can still help. For example, such a person can serve as your sounding board, helping you to practice what you want to say to the doctor before the visit. And, after the visit, talking with that person about what the doctor said can remind you about certain important points and help you come up with fresh questions to ask the next time.

MD Consult - Your Own Complete Personal Medical Library

MDConsult allows doctors access to their own complete personal medical library, which is comprehensive, constantly updated , completely portable and always open !

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HELP TALKS - on Stamping out Anger through Electrotherapy & Vaastu Shastra

This video is a Workshop Conducted by Dr. Chaitali Bhide at HELP on 22nd March '11 : Topic "Stamping out Anger through Electrotherapy & Vaastu Shastra. "

Dr. Chaitali Bhide can be contacted: 97731 88485

Feedback - Stamping out Anger through Electrotherapy & Vaastu Shastra

This video is a feedback by one of our readers Mr.Husain Abdul Ali on the HELP TALK - Stamping out Anger through Electrotherapy & Vaastu Shastra by Dr.Chaitali Bhide conducted on 22nd March, 11. For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

Your care taker

If a relative or a friend has been taking care of you at home, taking that person along when you visit the doctor could prove beneficial. In addition to the questions you have in mind, your caregiver may have certain concerns he or she could like to discuss with the doctor.

HELP TALKS - Ms.Rukmini Iyer on Express the Logic of Passion: Emotional Competence

This video is a talk conducted by Ms.Rukmini Iyer at HELP on 21st March' 11 : Topic - "Express the Logic of Passion: Emotional Competence"

Ms.Rukmini Iyer can be contacted at rukmini@exult-solutions.com

Feedback - Express the Logic of Passion - Emotional Competence

This video is a feedback by one of our readers on the HELP TALK - Express the Logic of Passion - Emotional Competence by Ms.Rukmini Iyer conducted on 21st March, 11. For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

Taking a companion along

It would definitely be advantageous to take a family member or a friend with you while visiting the doctor's clinic. You will feel more confident if someone accompanies you. Also, a friend or relative can help you remember what you planned to tell or ask the doctor. He or she can also help you remember the doctor's advice. But don't let your companion play too prominent a role; after all, the communication is between you and your doctor. Also, you may want to spend some time alone with the doctor to discuss personal matters. Therefore, let your companion know in advance the extent to which he or she can be helpful.

HELP TALKS - Mrs.Nutan Korgaonkar on Can You Hear This? - Basics of Hearing Health

This video is a talk by Mrs.Nutan Korgaonkar at HELP on 19th March,11. Topic "Can You Hear This? - Basics of Hearing Health".

Mrs.Nutan Korgaonkar can be contacted at 9833929527.

Mrs.Nutan Korgaonkar - Why she likes to give talks at HELP

This video is a feedback by Mrs.Nutan Korgaonkar on Why she likes to give talks at HELP Library.

At HELP, we organize talks everyday by doctors/specialists on different health related topics, issues. These talks are recorded and uploaded on our website, youtube, facebook, orkut, twitter.

Are you a doctor? Would you like to give a talk at HELP Library? Feel free to contact us at HELP - 22061101, 22031133.

For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

HELP TALKS - Dr.Sonal Motta by Managing Pain Before It Manages You - For Senior Citizens and others too

This video is a Talk conducted by Dr.Sonal Motta at HELP on 18th March' 11 : Topic - "Managing Pain Before It Manages You - For Senior Citizens and others too"

Dr.Sonal Motta can be contacted at 99300 99110

Feedback - Managing Pain Before It Manages You

This video is a feedback by one of our readers on the HELP TALK - Managing Pain Before It Manages You by Dr. Sonal Motta conducted on 18th March, 11. For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

Communication is the Key

Communication is the Key
Remember that communication between a doctor and a patient is a two-way process. Both the doctor and the patient must work together on activities such as listening as well as speaking to one another. Honesty and openness with each other are also important factors. The more honest you are, the better your doctor can help you. Much of the communication between the doctor and the patient is personal, as well as confidential. In order to obtain optimum results, you may need to be open about sensitive subjects such as sex, sexually transmitted diseases and death even if you feel embarrassed or uncomfortable. Doctors are accustomed to talking about personal matters and will try to ease your discomfort to the maximum extent possible.

You have communicated well with your Doc if

A clear understanding of what precisely your doctor has told you is crucial if you're going to work together as a team.

At the end of your visit, you should be able to:

1. Describe your condition fairly accurately.
2. Know what additional tests are needed and why.
3. Explain your treatment, including the use of medications.
4. State if and when you need to return.

If you can't fulfill the preceding objectives, you're not communicating properly with your doctor!

HELP TALKS - Mr.Vinod Shah on Natural Bypass – Psychic Surgery, Spiritual Healing and PIP Aura Photography

This video is a talk conducted by Mr.Vinod Shah at HELP on 17th March' 11 : topic - "Natural Bypass – Psychic Surgery, Spiritual Healing and PIP Aura Photography"

He can be contacted at vinod_akhandchikitsa@hotmail.com

Feedback - Natural Bypass – Psychic Surgery, Spiritual Healing

This video is a feedback by one of our readers Dr.Parvez on the HELP TALK - Natural Bypass – Psychic Surgery, Spiritual Healing and PIP Aura Photography by Mr.Vinod Shah conducted on 17th March, 11. For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

Your Questions

Even though most patients realize the need to ask their doctor certain important questions, many of them get tongue-tied when they actually come face to face with their doctor. Not only can they not think straight, but they also often forget what questions to ask! But remember that you will only get answers if you ask the right questions! Rudyard Kipling's five best friends - What? When? Why? Where? How? - should help guide you as to what to ask! A simple example would be asking: 'What is wrong with me? When did the disorder originate? Why? What can you do about it?'

HELP TALKS - Dr.R.C.Shah on Self Healing with Pyramid Therapy

This video is a talk by Dr.R.C.Shah at HELP on 16th March, 11. Topic "Self Healing with Pyramid Therapy".

Dr.R.C.Shah can be contacted at 24082531/ 9769082137.

Feedback - Self Healing with Pyramid Therapy

This video is a feedback by one of our readers on the HELP TALK - Self Healing with Pyramid Therapy by Dr.R.C.Shah conducted on 16th March, 11. For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

Few Suggestions

To sum up, the following suggestions will help you communicate effectively with your doctor:

1. Plan well ahead of time what you intend discussing with your doctor about your problem. Your own observations about your health problem can prove invaluable in helping the doctor make an accurate diagnosis. Carry written lists to make sure you don't forget any crucial aspects!
2. If you are confused by complex medical terms, ask for simple definitions. There is no need to be embarrassed; after all, your doctor does want you to understand what is happening to you! Remember that your doctor's objectives and yours are the same to help you to get better as soon as possible!
3. Repeat in your own words what you think the doctor meant and also ask: 'Is my version correct?' Such a clarification will ensure that you understand clearly what the doctor is saying and will also allow him to present the information to you again, if required, in a manner which you can comprehend.
4. Share your point of view with your doctor since he needs to know what's working and what's not. He or she obviously can't read your mind, so it is important for you to put across your thoughts and observations. If you feel rushed, worried, or uncomfortable, do convey your apprehensions to the doctor. Try to voice your feelings in a positive and courteous manner. For example: "I know you have many patients to see, but I'm really worried about my condition. I'd feel much better if we could talk about it a little more.' If necessary, you can offer to return for a second visit to discuss your concerns.
5. Take notes on what the doctor's analysis of your problem is and what you need to do to rectify the situation.
6. Discuss frankly with your doctor if any part of the visit has been annoying or dissatisfactory, such as a lengthy waiting time or discourteous staff. Your approach ought to be tactful, but honest.
7. Don't hesitate to voice your apprehensions about what you may have heard from well-meaning but ill-informed friends or relatives regarding your condition. The doctor may be able to dispel any misconceptions.
8. Discuss any self-medication practices you've used which have relieved symptoms.
9. Don't waste your doctor's time by asking irrelevant questions (for example, about your brother-in-law's medical problem). Such a digression is likely to upset the doctor! Also, try to do as much homework as possible, so that you can ask your doctor questions specific to your particular problem. After all, if you can find the answers to your questions from another source, say, a book or by asking the nurse or receptionist, you can save your doctor's precious time, something which he will deeply appreciate. You can, nevertheless, ask your doctor to confirm that the knowledge you have acquired is accurate!

HELP TALKS - Dr. Muneerah Kuraishi on Permanent Weight Reduction through Yoga and Diet

This video is a workshop conducted by Dr. Muneerah Kuraishi at HELP on 14th March'11 : topic - 'Permanent Weight Reduction through Yoga and Diet

Dr.Muneerah Kuraishi can be contacted at 9322263489/ 9224531106

Feedback - Permanent Weight Reduction through Diet & Yoga

This video is a feedback by one of our readers on the HELP TALK - Permanent Weight Reduction through Yoga and Diet by Dr.Muneerah Kuraishi conducted on 15th March, 11. For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

HELP TALKS - Mrs.Mangala Sarda on Aum and Hasta Mudra

This video is a workshop by Mrs.Mangala Sarda at HELP on 14th March,11. Topic "Aum and Hasta Mudra".

Mrs.Mangala Sarda can be contacted at 9322293236/ 0251 2603171

Feedback - Aum and Hasta Mudra

This video is a feedback by one of our readers Ms.Anjali Mehta on the HELP TALK - Aum and Hasta Mudra by Mrs.Mangala Sarda conducted on 14th March, 11. For more details log in to our website www.healthlibrary.com

Few relevant aspects

The following aspects need to be highlighted:

* Your medical history (including instances of surgery and hospitalization).
* Your family's medical history.
* Allergies you are prone to.
* Medications you have taken (and are still taking).
* Your daily routine.
* Your work schedule.
* Pressures you have been subject to (and are still subject to).

Simple Choices - By Aruna Venkatraman

A Guest Post From: Aruna Venkatraman

Do we know the difference between a tortoise and a turtle? I didn’t; I just looked it up before penning the last sentence. You can say, most of the time we don’t need to know. Well, it’s only on that one rare, embarrassing moment when an innocent query from a child that leaves us wondering why we never checked it out before!

I’m glad that now I need to spend just a couple of minutes to find such answers, thanks to the Wikipedia and scores of specialist sources online. But how long do you think we can celebrate our innocence from scores of topics that are relevant nowadays- how long will the world’s oil last at the rate at which we consume it? How long will freshwater come through our taps despite the callous wastage we do in overusing it, leaving leaking taps unattended?

No, I’m not an environmentalist, a rebel or a person with a negative attitude towards life. You can say, let such worries lie till we really need to face it; we’ll think of something.

I’m saying, why can’t we start doing our little bit as and when we can?

After all, when I am on a stretcher being rushed to a hospital after my first heart attack I won’t be able to figure out what to do. Besides, it might be too late to be able to do something, even if I think of it.

Increasingly, most health conditions are now falling into the category of “too late to be able to do something, even if we know what to do”, if we don’t sniff them out on time. And they are all becoming younger. Researchers and doctors are just as perplexed as we are, on the suddenness, the variety, and the surprising level of unexpectedness of most ailments. Of course, there is a lot of hope and options nowadays. But, like my very-loved GP says-“why don’t you just start drinking that 2 more glasses of skimmed milk daily, and have popcorn in the evening instead of biscuits?” Simple, isn’t it! All doctors agree that increasingly just taking small, preventive steps go a longer way than we actually realize.

Even fifteen years ago, our folks lived simpler lives. Their low ‘need to know’ interests were supported by a large dearth of information, no medium to deliver that information, low level of awareness that they need to look for such information at the right time. Like my mother casually remarked the other day while I was heaving her masala pestle in the absence of my gym 2 pounder; “we used it so much but we didn’t know that just continuing to wave it around in the air would have somewhat saved our bones in old age”.

Amazing, isn’t it? And so simple. It’s all there- we just need to read, use, and spread that info with friends, parents and folks we know. Definitely, you would agree that, now, the ‘good to know’ has become ‘have to know’. I waited to get my first big health problem, at just 31 years of age, to realize this, so I’m doing my little bit to make sure you won’t need to!

So feel free to join in to this Wikipedia on health. Put in those queries that nag you. Add those lovely tips your gran used to force you to do when young. Know all you can about your health. And give an intelligent, well-informed, broad shoulder to your increasingly hectic, busy doctor, when you approach him next with your health problem.

Cheers to your health!

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HELP TALKS - Ms.Sonal Chauhan on Ear - A Treasury of Acupressure Points

This video is a workshop by Ms.Sonal Chauhan at HELP on 12th March,11. Topic "Ear - A Treasury of Acupressure Points".

Ms.Sonal Chauhan can be contacted at 9833640586.