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  • 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

  • Unparalleled Outcomes and Patient Experience

    HOI has again named among the top 1% in the nation by U.S. News & World Report’s “2021-2022 Best Hospitals List.” In addition, U.S. News also recognized HOI as “High Performing” in Spinal Fusion, Hip Fracture, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement for 2021-2022. This is the seventh year that HOI has been nationally ranked among … 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

  • Ask the Clinicians – Shawn Zardouz, M.D.

    Q: What are some emerging treatments for chronic low back pain and neuropathy? A: Approximately 30 million individuals suffer from peripheral neuropathy and one in five individuals suffer from chronic lower back pain in the United States. Relatively newer treatments for the pain associated with peripheral neuropathy and lower back pain include spinal cord stimulation … 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