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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

Healthcare is an extremely emotional business, whether you’re on the providing side or you’re on the receiving end. Kathy Azeez-Narain, Vice President and CDO discusses Hoag’s digital strategy which has transformed and innovated the delivery of both the highest quality care and exceptional patient experiences. How did her experience at AMEX translate to the healthcare … Read More

Martin Fee, M.D., knows his way around a doctor’s office. In addition to being an infectious disease expert and the CEO of Hoag Medical Group (HMG), Dr. Fee is the son of a physician, the husband of a physician and the father of a physician. So, he’s learned a few tricks for scheduling doctor’s visits … Read More

Driving is synonymous with freedom and independence for many of us. With a set of keys and our GPS app of choice, we can go where we want, whenever we want. In the United States—where public transportation is often limited, and about 88% of people own a car, according to a 2015 Pew Research Center survey—the ability to drive … Read More