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Meet Sean C. Wightman, MD

Dr. Wightman is a thoracic surgeon at Keck Medicine of USC, who specializes in lung and esophageal cancer surgery, and…

6 Possible Reasons Why You Have Swollen Feet, Ankles or Legs

Occasional swelling of your lower extremities can be caused by everything from salty food to standing too long. Here’s how…

How Long Does the Flu Last and Other Flu FAQs

Find out the truth about some common myths and misconceptions about influenza. If you feel like you’re coming down with…

5 Things to Know Before Choosing a Hearing Aid

Our expert audiologist shares tips on how to pick the best hearing aid for you, including what types of devices…

Common Questions About the Common Cold

The average adult can have two to three colds per year, but is there anything you can do to make…

Why Is Colorectal Cancer on the Rise for Younger People?

Doctors are working to uncover why colon cancer numbers are increasing in people under 50. Here’s what you need to…

3D Mammogram Prompts Timely Intervention

The technology found a precancerous lesion in Christine Ysabal. After a surgery to remove it, she has become an advocate…

Meet the Staff: Emily Rorden, Nurse Practitioner

When Emily Rorden, MSN, NP-C, is not on the job at Keck Medicine of USC, the nurse practitioner spends time…

After Bladder Augmentation, 'So Very Blessed'

Thanks to a life-changing surgery performed by Evgeniy Kreydin, MD, of USC Urology, Ricardo Sandoval is moving on from renal…

Meet Diana Hanna, MD

Dr. Hanna is a medical oncologist at Keck Medicine of USC, who specializes in gastrointestinal cancers and clinical trials. Here’s…

Meet the Staff: Rashmi Bandekar, Physical Therapist

As the manager of USC Verdugo Hills Hospital’s outpatient physical medicine and rehab department, Rashmi Bandekar, PT, DPT, helps patients…

Meet Laura Shin, DPM, PhD

Dr. Shin is a podiatrist, foot and ankle reconstructive surgeon and wound care specialist at Keck Medicine of USC. Here’s what you…