Multiple sclerosis has changed Richard Gardner’s life, but it hasn’t affected his resilience or generosity. Now, he swims to raise awareness and research funds. One day in 2001, Richard Gardner, then 41, was in the shower when he realized that the left side of his body was numb. “I thought maybe I had some sort of […]
Losing weight can be difficult. Seeing a specialist can help determine if weight loss drugs are right for you. It can be difficult to lose weight once you gain extra pounds. Most people first turn to the basics, increasing physical activity and cutting back on how much they eat. However, no matter how hard some […]
Dr. Cohen-Gadol is a neurosurgeon with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in performing complex brain procedures. Here’s what you won’t find on his resume. In his opinion, surgery is an art form. “I always wanted to be a surgeon because I consider surgery an art that allows me to directly affect the lives of […]
Patients must treat ministroke symptoms seriously because they often precede a stroke. The term “ministroke” may not sound like too serious of an issue. Ministroke symptoms typically aren’t painful, may last only a few minutes and the American Stroke Association says they don’t cause permanent damage. However, experts say it’s critically important to seek medical […]
Dr. Agulnik is a medical oncologist at Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in caring for patients with bone and soft tissue sarcomas. Here’s what you won’t find on his resume. He is an avid marathon runner. “Aside from spending quality time with my family, outside of work I am most likely to spend my […]
Dr. Yun is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hip and knee replacement at Keck Medicine of USC. Here’s what you won’t find on his resume. Outside of work, he’s all about family. “I love being a dad. The past 20 years have been filled with homework help, carpools, piano lessons and judo practices—an unexpectedly […]
How our culture of positivity, integrity and teamwork make us stronger When I was in my early 20s, I served as an officer in the Submarine Force. I was packed into a Los Angeles-class fast-attack nuclear submarine in the San Diego Bay with hundreds of other young men. One of the many jobs officers performed […]
Complete Care for Chronic Pulmonary Hypertension Chronic pulmonary hypertension is a type of high blood pressure that affects the blood vessels between the lungs and the heart. This condition, also known as chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension, or CTEPH, is serious and can cause recurring embolisms, or blood clots, in the lungs. Over time, these blood […]
Dr. Yassine is an endocrinologist at Keck Medicine of USC and director of the Center for Personalized Brain Health at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. Here’s what you won’t find on his resume. He always knew he was destined for a career caring for others. “While I was growing up, I had a […]
While a colonoscopy is the preferred method, less invasive options can help determine whether there is cause for concern. A colonoscopy is “clearly the gold standard” screening method for detecting colorectal cancers, advocates Sang Lee, MD, chief of the USC Colorectal Surgery Program, part of Keck Medicine of USC. The procedure is more than 90% effective, […]