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    From ‘Disruptive Technology’ to Standard of Care: Celebrating 20 Years of TAVR

      This year marks 2 decades since the first transcatheter aortic valve replacement procedure was performed on an inoperable patient with severe symptomatic aortic stenosis — a historic moment that would change interventional cardiology. In the years since, TAVR, also referred to as transcatheter aortic valve implantation, or TAVI, has moved from a curiosity that … Read More

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    Hoag Unveils Innovation Center, and Telehealth App

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian has launched a new health center and mobile app that will allow patients to receive the same care, whether they’re at home, in the doctor’s office or on the go. The On Demand Care and Innovation Center, which opened in late March, totals 12,200 square feet at 4699 Jamboree Road in Newport Beach, … Read More

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    Hoag Returns as Title Sponsor of MOMS Orange County’s Healthy Beginnings Fundraiser

      MOMS Orange County, the county’s largest nonprofit dedicated solely to newborn and pregnancy health, will mark 30 years of community service during its annual Healthy Beginnings, Bright Futures virtual celebration on Thursday, May 12. Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is the title sponsor of this year’s fundraiser to stream on Facebook and YouTube @momsorangecounty at … Read More

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    Eunice Figueros Named Hoag Hospital 2022 Nurse of the Year

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport Beach has announced that Eunice Figueros, BSN, RN, PHN, RNFA, CNOR, has been named 2022 Nurse of the Year. Nominated for her clinical excellence, compassionate care and patient advocacy, Eunice was selected as Nurse of the Year for going above and beyond in her role as a Clinical Nurse … Read More

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    Beyond the ‘Baby Blues.’ Four Things to Know About Maternal Mental Health

      Deep depression. Feelings of helplessness. Emotional withdrawal. Unsurprisingly, none of these ever make the cut as baby shower themes, but maternal mental health issues may be more relevant to new mothers than pastel elephants or “ready to pop” balloons decorations. With more than 13 percent of new mothers experiencing a significant mental health disorder, … Read More

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    Hospital is 1st in California to Use Medtronic’s AI Device for Colonoscopy

      Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport Beach, Calif., is reportedly the first hospital in the state to perform a procedure using Medtronic’s artificial intelligence endoscopy module, GI Genius. Last year, the FDA granted de novo clearance for the device, Medtronic’s first AI system for colonoscopies.  The device uses AI to identify colorectal polyps and is compatible … Read More

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    Nearly $4 Billion Committed to the Future of Health Care in Irvine

      Once again, this year Irvine ranks among the healthiest U.S. cities, according to separate studies by the Anthem Foundation, WalletHub and Niche. All three found that convenient access to Irvine’s parks, bike trails and quality health care help make its residents fitter and happier. And Irvine is not resting on its laurels. Coming soon … Read More

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    4 Technologies Exciting Spine Surgeons

      Innovation continues to pick up steam across the spine industry as surgeons look for more minimally invasive methods to operate on their patients, reduce the risk of complications and accelerate recovery. Four technologies that spine surgeons are excited about: 1. Augmented reality Over the next five years, AR technology is projected to cement its … Read More

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    Where Spine Innovation is Needed Most: 11 Surgeons Weigh in

      From multilevel disc replacements to artificial intelligence-based technologies and patient education initiatives, 10 spine surgeons from health systems and private practices across the country discussed the areas they believe would benefit most from innovation in spine care. Question: In which area of spine care is there the biggest need for innovation? Why? Isador Lieberman, … Read More