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Maria T Gorgona

Maria Gorgona, MD, is a general internal medicine physician with more than 26 years of experience providing optimal primary care…

Intermittent Fasting and Heart Health

Experts say losing weight is beneficial for heart health, but there is little research on the long-term impact of intermittent…

News Media Interview Tips

News Media Interview Tips As a Keck Medicine of USC employee, you represent the health system in your professional interactions…

What Causes High Blood Pressure?

Learn about the signs of high blood pressure and how to manage hypertension. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension,…

Meet Jonathan Praeger, MD

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

Arcadia Free Blood Pressure Screenings - In Person

USC Arcadia Hospital offers free blood pressure screenings every month at the Arcadia Community Center.  Join us on the second…

Can Stress Cause Heart Problems?

Is stress hurting your heart? A doctor discusses symptoms and solutions. Stress can be caused by many things, including bad…

How Do Genetics Affect Heart Health?

A person’s family history can affect their heart health just as much as their lifestyle or environment. Find out what…

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)

Advanced Treatment for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), formerly called Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive disease…

Prostatectomy

Maximizing Penile Health Before, During and After Surgery A prostatectomy is a surgery performed to remove all or part of…

Are Weight Loss Drugs Good for Your Heart?

Many people have started taking weight loss drugs in the last few years. An endocrinologist from Keck Medicine of USC…