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Marathon Runner Surprised by Congenital Heart Defect

Céline Comolet is training for her next race only months after open-heart surgery. Céline Comolet, 34, an operations manager from…

For Some AFib Patients, Minimally Invasive Surgery Should Be Discussed

A Keck Medicine of USC cardiothoracic surgeon explains why epicardial ablation may be the right treatment for some patients with…

A Cardiologist’s Advice: How to Set Realistic Expectations About Treatment Outcomes

Keck Medicine of USC cardiologist Oana Maria Penciu, MD, describes how she manages patients’ expectations of the results of treatment.…

Ending Medical Stigma: How to Talk to Your Patients About Obesity Treatment

For patients with obesity, diet and exercise attempts have a 98% failure rate. So why is there a stigma in…

Meet Raymond Lee, MD

Dr. Lee is a cardiac surgeon with Keck Medicine of USC with specialized expertise in artificial heart and lung support…

Rare HeartMate 6 LVAD Saves Patient with Heart Failure After Chemotherapy

Keck Medicine of USC heart failure specialists, surgeons and critical care experts explain how this off-label option quickly became lifesaving.…

Heart Transplant Saves Retired Firefighter

After a lifetime of service, Ken Cochran turned to the USC Transplant Institute for help when he needed it most.…

Why This Type of Total Arch Replacement Can Be Beneficial for Type A Aortic Dissections

A Keck Medicine of USC cardiac surgeon explains why total aortic arch replacement with a frozen elephant trunk is often…

How to Get Added to a Lung Transplant Waiting List

A Keck Medicine of USC expert explains the eligibility and evaluation processes. If you or a loved one is dealing…

How to Get Added to the Heart Transplant List

An expert details how you can get added to the heart transplant list at a qualified center such as Keck…

Everything You Need to Know About Hip Replacement Surgery Recovery

While recovery from surgery can vary from patient to patient, a Keck Medicine of USC orthopedic surgeon details best tips…

Meet Jonathan Praeger, MD

Dr. Praeger is a cardiothoracic surgeon with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in aortic issues and minimally invasive solutions…