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Meet Michael Johns III, MD

Dr. Michael Johns III is an otolaryngologist with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in laryngology, and voice, swallowing and…

Meet John C. Liu, MD

Dr. Liu is a neurosurgeon with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in neurological and spine surgery. He treats patients…

Meet Christopher C. Ornelas, MD

Dr. Ornelas is an orthopedic surgeon with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in spine surgery and nonoperative spinal disorders.…

Meet Maria E. Nelson, MD

Dr. Nelson is a surgeon with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in breast surgical oncology and breast cancer treatment.…

Meet Hooman Djaladat, MD

Dr. Djaladat is a urologic surgeon with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in bladder, prostate, kidney, testis and penile…

What to Do When You Have Trouble Urinating

Urinating should be one of your body’s most natural functions, so you’re bound to be frustrated, when you can’t go.…

Don’t Be Afraid of the Prostate Exam

If you’re a man age 50 or older and haven’t had a prostate exam, you should talk to your doctor…

What You Need to Know About Endometriosis

This gynecologic condition can cause symptoms from chronic pelvic pain to infertility — or none at all. If you spend…

Young Cancer Patient Holds On to Optimism

Angela K. Thomas turned to her faith, her family and the experts at Keck Medicine of USC to move beyond…

5 Types of DIY Injuries and How to Avoid Them

Here’s how to stay safe when doing your own renovations and repair projects. You’re excited to get to work on…

5 Ways Your Commute Affects Your Health

Your morning drive might not be healthful, but you can take steps to counteract its effects. Even if you wake…

Is There Any Kind of Tan That’s Safe?

Whether you tan indoors or outdoors, you increase your risk for skin cancer. Sun-kissed. Bronzed. Healthy glow. We’ve come up…