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Can Marijuana Cause Lung Cancer?
February 9, 2026

Can Marijuana Cause Lung Cancer?

 Meet Ivan Ho, MD
February 2, 2026

Meet Ivan Ho, MD

 What Is a Heart Arrhythmia, and Is a Heart Arrhythmia Dangerous?
January 13, 2026

What Is a Heart Arrhythmia, and Is a Heart Arrhythmia Dangerous?
Can Marijuana Cause Lung Cancer?
February 9, 2026

Can Marijuana Cause Lung Cancer?

Marijuana use is legal, but that doesn’t mean it’s without health risks. As more states legalize marijuana, many people might...
Meet Ivan Ho, MD
February 2, 2026

Meet Ivan Ho, MD

Dr. Ho is a cardiac electrophysiologist with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders....
What Is a Heart Arrhythmia, and Is a Heart Arrhythmia Dangerous?
January 13, 2026

What Is a Heart Arrhythmia, and Is a Heart Arrhythmia Dangerous?

Heart all aflutter? A Keck Medicine of USC cardiologist might know why, and what you should do about it. We...
How Doctors Should Treat Congestive Heart Failure Today
January 13, 2026

How Doctors Should Treat Congestive Heart Failure Today

The term “congestive heart failure” is falling out of favor with doctors. A Keck Medicine of USC cardiologist explains why...
 What Is a Heart Murmur? A Cardiologist Explains.
January 13, 2026

What Is a Heart Murmur? A Cardiologist Explains.

A heart murmur can sound scary — literally. A Keck Medicine of USC cardiologist explains why it might not be...
 Meet Sarah Kim, PA-C
January 12, 2026

Meet Sarah Kim, PA-C

Sarah Kim is a physician assistant with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in treating thoracic surgery patients. She treats...
 How to Prevent Pickleball Injuries
January 6, 2026

How to Prevent Pickleball Injuries

Pickleball is the latest sports sensation. A Keck Medicine of USC orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist shares her advice...
 Do You Need to Worry About Thyroid Nodules?
December 22, 2025

Do You Need to Worry About Thyroid Nodules?

Thyroid nodules are very common. An otolaryngologist explains when to be concerned. Your thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in...
 Meet Michael Safaee, MD
December 1, 2025

Meet Michael Safaee, MD

Dr. Safaee is a neurosurgeon specializing in treating spinal disorders at Keck Medicine of USC. He treats patients at Keck Hospital...
 Kidney Stones: Are They Different for Women?
November 10, 2025

Kidney Stones: Are They Different for Women?

Both men and women can get kidney stones. A urologist with USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, part of Keck Medicine of...
 Is Taking Too Many Over-the-Counter Antacids Dangerous?
November 3, 2025

Is Taking Too Many Over-the-Counter Antacids Dangerous?

Antacids can be good for providing short-term relief, but long-term use can cover up more serious medical conditions. If you’ve...