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Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Complete Care from World-Class Specialists Our surgeons have expertise in every area of plastic and reconstructive surgery. Our USC Plastic…

What Is a Plant-Based Diet? Facts and Myths You Should Know

Brittany Gurney, RD, a registered dietitian who specializes in clinical nutrition at Keck Medicine of USC, explains what's true and…

Transfusion-Free Surgery Goes Mainstream

Natalie Ciebrant credits Keck Medicine of USC cardiothoracic surgeon Fernando Fleischman, MD, for safely treating her aortic disease while respecting…

Brain Tumor Treatment Saves Mother and Child

Melody LaTorre was pregnant when she learned she had brain cancer. In a race against time, a team of Keck…

Should Alcohol Use Delay a Liver Transplant?

Recipients with a history of heavy drinking had high survival rates after transplantation, a recent study finds. Many were able…

Trauma Surgeons Visit Combat Zone in Ukraine

Two Keck Medicine of USC trauma surgeons supported medical teams and treated patients on a recent trip to Ukraine. Two…

Perspective: 4 Mantras of Top Clinical Leaders

What makes a clinical leader truly exceptional? The task may seem daunting, but the solutions are often simple, says John…

Meet the Staff: Elmer Diwa, Respiratory Therapist

Elmer Diwa, RRT, RCP, delivers thoughtful care at the same facility where he was once a stroke patient. Diwa, a…

How to Stop Severe Bleeding

A Keck Medicine of USC trauma surgeon shares five lifesaving steps anyone can take to help someone who is wounded.…

How to Prepare for a Visit with a New Doctor

Coming to an appointment prepared — and proactive — will help ease your nerves. Two physicians from Keck Medicine of…

5 Causes of Back Pain and How to Treat Them

Experts at Keck Medicine of USC explain common sources of back pain — and what the discomfort is trying to…

SIR-T Immunotherapy Targets Prostate Cancer

Adapted from an existing treatment harnessing the body's immune system, the discovery could unlock a potential next-generation cell therapy. A…