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Two scissors-wielding women sliced off the almost blue-black ponytail belonging to a very willing surgeon Friday, before sharing a long embrace. The emotional moment was all for charity, the capstone of a $15,000 fundraising effort by Dr. Lisa Guerra for breast cancer nonprofit Susan G. Komen of Orange County. After the haircut, Guerra stood smiling … Read More

Irvine physician Howard Fishbein is a renowned family practice doctor by day and plays keyboards by night in a rock band along with his Bass Player patient and friend of over 25 years, Bill Black. But that’s not all they have done together. Black, a long time patient of Dr. Fishbein, went in for a … Read More

What: Families of tissue donors will receive recognition of their loved one’s gift at Hoag’s “Book of Life” memorial in an event co-hosted by Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian and OneLegacy, the organ, eye and tissue procurement organization serving the seven-county greater Los Angeles area. A tissue donor’s last act in this world is to change … Read More

​Introduces Peripheral Arterial Disease Walking Program NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (November 12, 2014) – Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is thrilled to welcome Dr. Ehab N. Mady as medical director for the Vascular Services Program of the Jeffrey M. Carlton Heart and Vascular Institute. An accomplished physician who specializes in vascular medicine, Dr. Mady’s training and expertise … Read More

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. – (November 10, 2014) – Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian today announced the donation of the largest single gift to the new Huntington Beach Senior Center in the Park. The cornerstone gift of $3.775 million, being made through the Hoag Community Benefit program, will help fund the construction of the 37,500-square foot building … Read More

Tom and Margaret Larkin first became involved with Hoag in 2005. Now generous benefactors and supporters of the Hoag Hospital Foundation, they’re soaring with enthusiasm for the important programs being developed at Hoag – including diabetes. “When we moved down here I began talking with (trustee) Ginny Ueberroth about becoming involved,” said Margaret, a Hoag … Read More

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you might be wondering how you can enjoy some traditional favorites while staying healthy. There are three things to remember: Control your portions, exercise and, when possible, replace fatty ingredients with healthier options in your favorite recipes. To maintain a healthy portion control be sure to fill half of … Read More

The Herbert Family Program for Young Adults with Type 1 Diabetes focuses on meeting the unique needs of young adults with type 1 diabetes (age 18-30). The program addresses the financial, psychological, social and physical changes that challenge not only the young adult but also their family and support system. The program provides: Social opportunities … Read More

Busy days, special occasions, holidays and social events often involve dining out, which can be intimidating if you have diabetes and are not sure what foods will be available. Plus, not everyone with diabetes has the same nutrition goals or meal plan. Cutting calories may be most important, or your dietary goals may be to … Read More

At Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, we understand that providing quality care is a mission that never stops – much like the waves from the shimmering Pacific Ocean. Like the ocean, we continue to move and inspire. And we remain relentless in our quest to make sure that when you choose Hoag, you choose the best. … Read More