Dr. Schuckman is a urologist at Keck Medicine of USC, who specializes in minimally invasive urology and urologic oncology. Here’s what you won’t find on her resume. Fishing led her to surgery. “I always wanted to be a surgeon. I loved fishing but hated eating fish. I would dissect them with an open encyclopedia on […]
Flu season has officially started, but not everyone has been vaccinated yet. We share the facts behind some of the most common misconceptions about the flu shot. There are just as many myths, half-truths and questions swirling around about the flu vaccine as there are people infected with the virus. Protect yourself from influenza by getting […]
Dr. Abreu is a urologic surgeon at Keck Medicine of USC, who specializes in minimally invasive surgery and urologic oncology. Here’s what you won’t find on his resume. He’s inspired by the hero’s journey. “I never had a person or role model that I followed, but I have always sought inspiration in stories of simple, […]
You may already know that consuming too much sugar is not recommended and offers little in the way of nutritional value. But does it cause cancer? We reached out to Jorge J. Nieva, MD, a medical oncologist at the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center of Keck Medicine of USC and associate professor of clinical medicine […]
Weighing your options: Are you making the best selections in the produce section? Healthy eating is all about variety. The exact makeup of a healthy diet for you depends on a diversity of factors such as your age, gender, lifestyle, culture and dietary customs, as well as what food is available and affordable in your […]
Dr. Baker is a surgeon at Keck Medicine of USC, who specializes in cardiac and cardiothoracic surgery. Here’s what you won’t find on his resume. Family and fresh air make him happy. “I try to spend as much time with as possible with my son and daughter. I’m married to an incredible, intelligent and beautiful […]
What came first the chicken or the egg? We may never know, but we do know there are many reasons to make eggs an essential part of your diet. Eggs have been a dietary staple since time immemorial and there’s good reason for their continued presence in our menus and meals. Not only do they […]
Even though Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, there are many myths and misconceptions about the condition. Here are the facts: Alzheimer’s is a type of dementia that causes memory loss. The disease usually progresses slowly, with symptoms worsening over time. In early stages of the disease, people with Alzheimer’s may have […]
Dr. Hah is an orthopedic surgeon at Keck Medicine of USC, who specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery. Here’s what you won’t find on his resume. Veterinary medicine was his first inspiration. “My dad is a veterinarian, so when I was a kid, I spent a lot of time observing and helping in his clinic. […]
Noodling over ramen is more than a bad fast-food habit — it’s a potential health hazard. Cheap, quick and easy to make, ramen noodles have been a go-to snack, lunch or dinner ever since Momofuku Ando invented them in 1958. But fast doesn’t mean better — in fact, studies have uncovered several health risks associated with the instant noodles. […]