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Vascular Surgery Removes Carotid Body Tumor

Michael Mengote’s carotid body tumor was the largest his USC Arcadia Hospital surgeon had seen. Now, Michael is back to…

What Are My Options for Breast Reconstruction?

At USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, a collaborative reconstructive surgery team provides breast cancer patients with transformative options for recovery. For…

What Is the Treatment for Testicular Cancer?

Testicular cancer is highly survivable, but getting the right treatment early on is crucial. Learn what options are available for…

Why Aren’t More Nonsmokers Being Screened for Lung Cancer?

More nonsmokers are being diagnosed with lung cancer. Yet, this population is not routinely screened for the disease. Lung cancer…

Same-Week Brain Surgery for Mom and Daughter

When Felicitas and Margarita Gonzales unexpectedly needed brain surgery eight days apart, Gabriel Zada, MD, earned the thanks of their…

William J. Mack Named Chair of Department of Neurological Surgery at Keck School of Medicine of USC

In addition, Mack now heads up the USC Neurological Surgery Program, part of Keck Medicine of USC. Neurosurgeon William J.…

Voice Recovery Options After Total Laryngectomy: Which Is Best for a Patient?

Total laryngectomy patients have several options for regaining voice functioning. Ensuring best outcomes takes a team, explains Niels C. Kokot,…

New Study Will Test If ‘Inoperable’ Pancreatic Tumors Can Be Safely Removed

Keck Medicine of USC researchers are investigating whether performing chemotherapy followed by a novel type of surgery is a viable…

7 Lessons from a Career in Neuro-oncology

Seven things I wish I had known when starting my neuro-oncology journey. Many of us go into medicine because it’s…

What Is Triple-Negative Breast Cancer?

A USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center expert explains the diagnosis and latest treatment for triple-negative breast cancer. Triple-negative breast cancer…

Warning Signs of a Ministroke

Patients must treat ministroke symptoms seriously because they often precede a stroke. The term “ministroke” may not sound like too…

Do You Need to See an Endocrinologist Before Starting a Weight Loss Drug?

Losing weight can be difficult. Seeing a specialist can help determine if weight loss drugs are right for you. It…