Leslie Zimmerman, MD, Lung Cancer Part 1: Epidemiology and Risk Factors

Dr. Zimmerman discusses risk factors for contracting lung cancer. Also, the rates of lung cancer, as presented in men and women, both within the USA and around the world. Finally, she touched upon the carcinogens found within cigarettes. More on Dr. Zimmerman: http://profiles.ucsf.edu/leslie.zimme... UC San Francisco advances health through education, research, patient care and public service. With seven major sites in the San Francisco Bay Area and Fresno, the UCSF School of Medicine is dedicated to improving human health by accelerating scientific discovery and transforming medical education. The school’s new Bridges curriculum is pioneering a new approach to medical education to prepare physicians for practice in the 21st century. Through mentorship and collaborative learning, students are trained to care for patients, conduct research and contribute vital knowledge to improve our health system. Visit our channel home page:    / ucsfschoolofmedicine   Subscribe to this channel:    / @ucsfschoolofmedicine