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How to Increase Organ Donations in the U.S.: Education and Financial Aid Are Key

A Keck Medicine of USC expert explains how transplant teams are addressing the massive shortage of organ donations in the…

What Are Uterine Fibroids?

Learn the facts about uterine fibroids, including symptoms, risks and treatment options, from a gynecologic oncologist and women’s health expert.…

Should I Go to the Emergency Room or Urgent Care?

When an unexpected medical problem arises, do you seek treatment at an emergency room or an urgent care clinic? A…

How Do Doctors Help Patients Make Treatment Decisions?

A cardiologist discusses how he helps patients decide on what treatment course to take. Ivan C. Ho, MD, a cardiologist…

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…

USC-VHH Emergency Department Receives National Recognition for Nursing Excellence

Award recognizes exceptional leadership, clinical practice, education and advocacy For the third consecutive time, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital’s (USC-VHH) emergency…

5 Big Changes in Cardiac Surgery

Craig J. Baker, MD, chief of cardiac surgery for the Keck School of Medicine of USC, explains key developments reshaping…

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…

Treatment Options for Prostate Cancer

A Keck Medicine of USC urologist discusses factors to consider when contemplating treatment options for prostate cancer. Recommended options for…

Dr. Vaughn Starnes Talks About the Future of Heart Care at Keck Medicine of USC

Rod Hanners, CEO of Keck Medicine of USC, talks with Dr. Vaughn Starnes about the vision for the next decade…

1 in 3 Americans Face Greater Alcohol Risks

The impact of heavy alcohol intake may be worse for the health of people experiencing metabolic syndrome, a cluster of…

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