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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…

Neurology Clinic for Musicians Restores a Flutist’s Ability to Play

When flutist Cynthia Ellis developed uncontrollable movements that made it impossible to play, neurologist Xenos Mason, MD, of the USC…

Can This Device Help Neurosurgeons Better Treat Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus — and More?

A Keck Medicine of USC neurointerventionalist discusses how a minimally invasive, endovascularly implantable cerebrospinal fluid shunt is the next-generation treatment…

How Do Doctors Help Patients Manage Cancer Treatment Expectations?

A breast cancer surgeon explains how doctors help patients learn what to expect from treatment. Amanda M. Woodworth, MD, a…

Hope, healing and the medical residents who make a difference

The important role residents play in the health system Jad Barakat was born with congenital cirrhosis, a condition in which…

What Is Chronic Venous Insufficiency? A Vascular Surgeon Answers.

Keck Medicine of USC vascular surgeon Miguel F. Manzur, MD, explains symptoms of venous insufficiency and how to treat chronic…

3 Common Symptoms of Menopause

Hot flashes, irregular periods and vaginal dryness are common during menopause. What can be done to make life easier? Menopause…

What Causes Constipation? A Dietitian Answers.

Sarah Charton, MBA, RD, a dietitian with Keck Medicine of USC, explains what causes constipation and how to relieve constipation.…

Meet Stuart Abel, MD 

Dr. Abel is a general surgeon with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in gastrointestinal and foregut procedures. He treats patients…

Why Is My Voice Changing as I Get Older?

Hoarseness may be part of aging, but therapy can help your voice stay strong. Voice changes are a normal part…

How our staff helps cancer survivors thrive  

Our many resources to help patients adapt to their new 'normal' after treatment "Cancer survivor." This phrase, though small, packs…

A New Oncolytic Herpes Virus Could Be an Effective Second-Line Treatment for Advanced Melanoma

A genetically modified HSV-1 could help some melanoma patients live longer. The Keck Medicine of USC physician who led the…