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Hoag Family Cancer Institute and Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute at Hoag have begun testing a promising treatment for patients with glioblastoma (GBM), the deadliest form of brain cancer. Chosen by Nascent Biotech, Inc. to become the first testing site in the nation, and through philanthropic support, Hoag is currently enrolling patients for a Phase 1 clinical trial to … Read More

Both of Scott Chantos’ parents died of cancer, and his grandfather died of prostate cancer. So, when Scott was diagnosed with prostate cancer, the 57-year-old wasn’t going to take any chances. He was determined to find the best course of treatment, with the best medical team at the best hospital. Extensive research led him to Hoag … Read More

Already the most trusted hospital in Orange County for the treatment of gynecologic cancers, Hoag recently opened an 18-chair dedicated gynecologic infusion center in Newport Beach to provide infusion care and physician appointments in one convenient location. The infusion center is part of Hoag’s patient-centered approach to integrated care, which improves a patient’s experience and outcomes … Read More

Hoag knows that to a woman undergoing a breast biopsy, every minute matters. That is why Hoag is one of the only hospitals in Orange County to offer the Brevera Biopsy System, a new technology that increases the success rate of biopsies, while significantly decreasing the average time it takes to perform a biopsy. The … Read More

An active kid, James McKiernan had played basketball, volleyball and water polo before he fell mysteriously ill during his freshman year of high school in San Luis Obispo. During his sophomore year, he lost 50 pounds in a few weeks. He was airlifted to a children’s hospital in Central California, where physicians tried a variety … Read More

Spring is here! And so are the pollens from trees and grasses that can trigger asthma and allergies. In these unprecedented times when the slightest cough or sneeze can cause concern, it is more important than ever to make sure that your symptoms are addressed to offer you some relief. Here are some helpful tips … Read More

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., April 30, 2021 — Hoag Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine Center was recently honored by Healogics™ Inc. with the Center of Distinction Award for clinical excellence. This prestigious award recognizes both the Sally & Joseph Warpinski Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine Center in Newport Beach and the Hoag Wound Healing Center in Irvine for … Read More

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., April 29, 2020 — Achieving the nation’s top honor for patient safety, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian announced today that it has received straight “A’s” on the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for its hospitals in Newport Beach and Irvine. Additionally, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Hoag Hospital Irvine and Hoag Orthopedic Institute were recognized with … Read More

Healthcare workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic can now use a virtual reality program to alleviate chronic stress. Virtual reality usage has been on the rise throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. It has provided countless hours of entertainment to those sheltering at home. Now, it is also aiding healthcare workers on the frontlines. BehaVR … Read More

Orange County Soccer Club recently released its 2021 kits, featuring frontline workers from jersey partner Hoag Hospital. Hoag has been the shirt sponsor for the club since June of 2017. “In sports, we are taught to focus on the name on the front of the jersey and not the name on the back,” Orange County … Read More