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  • Winter 2022

    February is Heart Month

    February marks American Heart Month, a time for everyone to place extra focus on their cardiovascular health. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., with one in every three deaths attributed to heart disease and stroke. While some risk factors are out of your control (e.g., family history, gender and age), … Read More

  • Winter 2022

    20,000 Robotic Surgeries and Counting

    Hoag recently announced it has performed 20,000 robotic surgeries – a milestone achieved by only 10 other medical centers across the U.S. With the highest-volume robotic surgical program of any hospital in the state and the 18th highest-volume nationally, Hoag is a renowned leader in this advanced field of medicine with 12 surgical specialties, almost 70 nurses and … Read More

  • Winter 2022

    Top Ranked Orthopedic Care – Right in Your Backyard

    When it comes to orthopedic care, it doesn’t get any better than Hoag Orthopedic Institute (HOI) – that’s because it’s the only thing we do. HOI is Orange County’s only specialty hospital and ambulatory surgery center network whose dedication to patient outcomes, safety and experience sets it apart from the rest. Ranked in the top … Read More

  • Winter 2022

    Advanced Endoscopy Sets Its Scopes on the Future of Digestive Health

    Advanced endoscopy holds a special place in digestive health care. Minimally invasive with virtually no side effects, an endoscopy can diagnose and treat a growing number of gastrointestinal issues, from hernias to polyps to cancer, with just the use of a long, thin scope. As interventional medicine has progressed from open surgery, to laparoscopic, to … Read More

  • Winter 2022

    Hoag Introduces AI in Colonoscopy Screenings

    Hoag is the first hospital in California to offer an artificial intelligence (AI) enhancement to patients receiving a colonoscopy. Using the GI Genius™ intelligent endoscopy module, Hoag’s physicians have begun putting the promise of AI to work in detecting polyps and other colorectal abnormalities with added confidence. “This is a powerful new tool in our … Read More

  • Winter 2022

    Ask the Clinician – Lee F. Carter, M.D.

    Q: A body scan found calcium (plaque) in my arteries. What should I do? A: Your arteries carry oxygen-rich blood from your heart to your body’s tissues. Healthy arteries are free of plaque that can restrict blood flow. Blockages can begin to build up in the arteries when fat starts to enter the lining of … Read More

  • Winter 2022

    Ask the Clinicians – James Suchy, M.D.

    Q: What type of patients do sports medicine physicians treat? A: A common misconception is that sports medicine physicians only care for competitive athletes. In fact, we treat everyone from youth athletes and weekend warriors to active people and elite athletes. When you see us, you are seeing a medical provider who is passionate about keeping you … Read More

  • Winter 2022

    Ask the Clinicians – Victor Yu, M.D.

    Q: What clinical advancements are offered for the treatment of gastrointestinal issues? A: As part of a group of doctors who take care of the majority of inpatients at Hoag, I am often managing patients with severe acute gastrointestinal (GI) issues, such as acute GI bleeding. GI bleeding can sometimes be challenging to manage, often … Read More

  • Winter 2022

    Nutrition Labels: What You Need to Know

    Get ready for the new year with a renewed focus on your health. Focusing on healthy eating, which includes making smart food choices, is a great way to prioritize your health. Our Hoag Medical Group physician provided some helpful tips when making selections during shopping. The next time you are at the grocery store, take … Read More