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From our leading-edge Molecular Therapy and Imaging Program and groundbreaking work in genomic medicine, to our advanced clinical trials and innovative technology, and dermatologic surgery, as part of Hoag’s Melanoma Program, Hoag strives to make cancer more preventable, treatable and beatable for patients. “Our patients drive us to seek out the most advanced therapies and … Read More

When women in Orange County consider starting a family, many choose a doctor based on their affiliation with Hoag. It’s easy to see why. Hoag offers the most patient-centric birthing experience in Orange County. Hoag is also here for the things that few expecting moms can plan for. At her regular six-month prenatal appointment, Jessica … Read More

A: Bladder cancer is a common cancer affecting approximately 80,000 individuals in the United States yearly. Risk factors for bladder cancer include smoking, exposure to certain workplace chemicals and toxins, age (commonly diagnosed over the age of 55), chronic bladder infections as well as a family history of bladder cancer. Bladder cancer can often begin … Read More

A: The cervical disc is an extraordinary structure that enables us to move our necks with tremendous range and versatility, so when one (or more) of them stops working normally or develops a ‘bulge,’ it can halt us in our tracks. When the bulge hits a nerve, it can cause terrible shooting pain from the … Read More

A: A screening mammogram is a low dose X-ray exam that takes images of the breast to detect breast cancer early. Mammograms have been shown in numerous studies to save lives. Most women should get their first annual mammogram beginning at age 40 and a doctor’s order is no longer required to schedule the screening. … Read More

A: It’s a unique communication network between our brain and digestive tract that influences our state of well-being. In essence, our emotions—how we think and feel— impact our gut health and performance. Think about a marathon runner nervous to start a race who urgently needs to run to the bathroom. The opposite is also true. … Read More

Have questions about vaccinations? Your Hoag primary care physicians have the answers! Give them a call to schedule your vaccine appointments today, and keep the following in mind: There is No Time Like the Present! Early fall is the right time for everyone six months and older to get the flu shot. This gives you … Read More

A recent study out of England found that walking just under 10,000 steps a day reduces a person’s risk of developing dementia by 50 percent. Pick up the pace to a “brisk” walk (over 40 steps per minute), and that risk goes down even further. Perhaps most strikingly, the authors found that even a low number of … Read More

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport Beach has received the American Heart Association’s GOLD PLUS Get With The Guidelines Heart Failure quality achievement award. The national accolade recognizes Hoag’s Jeffrey M. Carlton Heart & Vascular Institute for its commitment to improving outcomes for patients with heart failure, meaning reduced readmissions and more healthy days at … Read More

As a colorectal surgeon, I address complex intestinal issues with state-of-the-art interventions. Fortunately for most people, the key to a healthy digestive system isn’t that complicated. A proper diet, regular exercise, and stress reduction all help create a healthier and happier gut. The “mind-gut connection” influences how you think and feel. Imagine a marathon runner … Read More