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5 Questions to Ask When Choosing an OB/GYN

Looking for a new OB/GYN? Evelyn Nicole Mitchell, MD, of USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, shares key questions to ask before…

Hallmark Actor Back in Action After Kidney Cancer

With the help of Keck Medicine of USC and Inderbir S. Gill, MD, actor and television host Cameron Mathison refuses…

Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About Kidney Stones

You’ve probably heard that passing a kidney stone can be very painful, but you might not know exactly what they…

3 Reasons You Might Have Rib Cage Pain

Learn the symptoms of each condition and what treatment to expect. Pain in your chest can be scary — you…

Is Arm Numbness and Tingling Ever Cause for Concern?

Numbness and tingling in your left arm or right arm isn’t always caused by poor body mechanics. Read on to…

What Are the Signs of Open Angle Glaucoma?

As the leading cause of irreversible blindness in the United States and the world, glaucoma is a serious group of…

What Are the Signs of Angle Closure Glaucoma?

Patients with angle closure glaucoma may first notice intermittent headaches, eye pain, and halos around lights. Alternatively, they may have…

Find Answers to Frequently Asked Questions for Glaucoma Awareness Month

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month and the ophthalmologists at the USC Roski Eye Institute understand that the more people know…

Spine Surgery Helps Busy Dad Bounce Back

Chris Hill is back to playing with his young daughters after Raymond Hah, MD, a spine surgeon at Keck Medicine…

Do Vitamin D Supplements Really Improve Your Health?

Can vitamin D supplements prevent cancer, protect your heart and step up physical performance? Read on to see what science…

What You Need to Know About Diverticulitis

Pain in your lower left abdomen is a hallmark of this surprisingly common condition. If you’re 40 or older, there’s…

How Dangerous Is Secondhand Smoke?

Passive smoking can be more damaging to your health than you might think. Considering the clear risks associated with smoking,…