Women's Health

We have a choice about how to react to the heartaches of life. We can wallow in the dark places. Or we can, as Christine Lucas has, place the hummingbird feeder in the sunniest part of the garden, find a comfortable chair and enjoy the gift of being human. After losing two partners to cancer, … Read More

Fall 2023, Jennifer Drinkwater scheduled an appointment with the Hoag Breast Center to get a second opinion on her small, non-invasive breast cancer diagnosis. Upon further screening, board certified fellowship-trained breast surgeon Dr. Elizabeth Kraft, discovered Jennifer had been misdiagnosed. Jennifer was diagnosed with HER2-positive invasive breast cancer, which had spread to her lymph node. … Read More

There have been so many health decisions to make in her life, and though she had the moral support of her family and friends, Jacqueline Ellis felt somewhat alone in making them. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of four, Jacqueline grew up learning to read ingredients labels, plan errands around medication doses, … Read More

When it comes to breast health, knowledge is power. Understanding the benefits of mammograms is crucial, especially if you have dense breast tissue or breast implants. Here’s what you need to know about how these factors influence your screening and what steps the Hoag Breast Center may take to ensure your breast health. Why Mammograms … Read More

When considering inducing labor, it’s essential to understand the reasons behind it and the implications it may have for you and your baby. At Hoag, we prioritize your health and well-being, so let’s explore when inducing labor is necessary and when it might be best to wait. “Labor induction is the process of initiating contractions … Read More

There is no place like Hoag. Embarking on the journey of parenthood is a remarkable experience, filled with excitement, anticipation, and sometimes uncertainty. At Hoag, we understand the importance of providing unwavering support to women like you throughout every stage of this incredible journey. From fertility care to postpartum support and beyond, Hoag is committed … Read More

The word midwife means, “with woman,” and midwives have been important and empowering partners in pregnancy and childbirth for hundreds of years. A certified nurse midwife has a master’s degree in midwifery care on top of their nursing degree. They care for women throughout their lives from adolescence to childbearing then menopause. The midwives at … Read More

From girlhood to adulthood, motherhood through menopause, a woman’s health care needs change over time. Hoag is here for every stage, at every age. “Choosing a Hoag gynecologist can help set a woman on a healthy path for life,” said Pantea Mozayeni, M.D., Hoag OB/GYN. “This is the doctor who will educate her about gynecologic … Read More

Over dinner, Sonia Jamin’s dad cried tears of joy. When Sonia revealed she was pregnant with her second child, her father was so moved that he wept, laughed and bought wine for the entire restaurant. The following morning found her dad crying again. This time, though, he was terrified. “The next call he gets from … Read More

One of the best proactive measures you can take for your breast health is to empower yourself with knowledge. Understand your personal breast health and schedule your mammograms annually. Annual mammograms remain the gold standard for detecting breast cancer. The goal of a screening mammogram is to find cancer at an early stage when treatment … Read More