Mapping the Brain

A new, innovative brain surgery at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh can pinpoint the microscopic-sized area of the brain causing epileptic seizures in children. OnQ's Michael Bartley hosts a discussion with Children's Hospital physicians, Dr. Deborah Holder and Dr. Elizabeth Tyler-Kabara.

Mapping the Brain aired on Apr 12, 2010.


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Series: OnQ

OnQ's Tonia Caruso reports on the importance of community health centers and other "safety nets" that provide medical services and support for Pittsburgh-area patients who might otherwise have little or no assistance.

Original airdate: Dec 07, 2009


OnQ reports on A+ Schools, an independent, community alliance for public education that's improving student achievement and test scores in the Pittsburgh Public School District. The lessons learned can benefit teachers, students, and board members in all of our region's school districts.

Original airdate: Dec 02, 2009


QED Cooks' Chris Fennimore and OnQ's Michael Bartley take you to a chocolate lover's dream come true at the famous Sarris Candies factory in Canonsburg, PA. Owner Frank Sarris takes you behind the scenes to see how all that creamy milk chocolate is made. Don't miss Chris Fennimore's new cooking marathon, "C is for Chocolate" premiering Saturday Nov. 21, 2009 from 10am until 2pm.

Original airdate: Nov 19, 2009


That's Gardening, Responsibility, Once Weekly. OnQ reports on this farm-based environmental education program in Lawrence County where children in grades 1-3 learn valuable lessons through growing a garden.

Original airdate: Nov 18, 2009


It's the 28th year for the 3 Rivers Film Festival, running November 6-21, 2009 at all three Pittsburgh Filmmakers theaters. OnQ contributor Minette Seate gives OnQ viewers a preview of what they'll see.

Original airdate: Nov 03, 2009


OnQ's Michael Bartley takes a closer look at local services for people suffering from mental illness. Featured in the report: a man from McKeesport who is bipolar and often attempted suicide before getting life-saving help and ongoing assistance at Mon-Yough Community Services.

Original airdate: Oct 08, 2009


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