Dr. Lauren Bennett, neuropsychologist and director of neuropsychology at Hoag’s Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute, discusses the common signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias, the importance of early detection, how to...

In this episode, Dr. Christine Panganiban, allergist and immunologist at Hoag Medical Group, explains how to identify allergies versus colds and the various tools available to minimize the effect of allergens to ensure a healthy quality of life...

Dr. Nura Sobhanian, OB/GYN and gynecologic surgeon at the Women’s Health Institute at Hoag, explains the early signs of pregnancy, the reliability of pregnancy tests and how PMS symptoms differ from that of pregnancy.

In this episode, Dr. Matthew Reed, chief of service for inpatient pain and outpatient addiction, and medical director of the SolMar Residential Program in Hoag’s Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute, describes the symptoms of pain medication a...

In this episode, Dr. James Suchy, sports medicine physician at Hoag Medical Group and concussion consultant with the Los Angeles Chargers, discusses his role as a sports physician and the common types of cases he treats. Dr. Suchy also dives in...

Listen in as Dr. Lee Carter, cardiologist and director of non-invasive cardiac testing at Hoag, shares the literal and figurative steps we should take to have a healthy heart. He explains the importance of a healthy diet and an active lifestyle...

Dr. Allyson Brooks, the Ginny Ueberroth Executive Medical Director Endowed Chair of Hoag Women’s Health Institute, gives an overview of newborn care at Hoag. She discusses the different NICU levels for newborns, Hoag’s tailored care for high-ri...

Listen as Dr. Lisa Karamardian, OB/GYN and the Jeffrey M. Carlton Endowed Chair in Women’s Health in honor of Dr. Anne M. Kent, identifies the questions that expecting mothers should consider when selecting an OB/GYN and hospital for delivery.&...

Dr. Jeremy Smith, orthopedic spine surgeon at the Hoag Orthopedic Institute, dives into the prevention, causes and treatment of spine damage. Dr. Smith highlights Hoag Orthopedic Institute’s non-invasive approach to treating the most common spi...

Dr. Charles De Mesa, chief of Interventional Pain, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the Hoag Spine Center, and director of the Chronic Pain & Neuropathy Program at the Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute, discusses what back pain...

In this episode, Dr. Gustavo (Gus) Alva, cognitive neuropsychiatrist at the Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute, shares insight into a new monoclonal antibody treatment for patients in the early stages of memory decline to help fight against ...

In this episode, Dr. Burak Ozgur, neurosurgeon and director of the Hoag Spine Center, provides guidance as to when patients should seek medical attention after experiencing back and neck pain. Dr. Ozgur shares practical tips on how you can prev...

In this episode, Dr. Anne Ray, family medicine physician at Hoag Medical Group, illustrates the differences between pediatrics, internal medicine, and family care physicians and how to choose the best primary care physician to meet your needs. ...

Dr. Samuel Herman, internal medicine physician at Hoag Medical Group, discusses when it’s appropriate to go to the emergency department versus when you should visit urgent care and what types of tools and services are offered at Hoag urgent car...

In this episode, Dr. Jeffrey Bassett, the Benjamin & Carmela Du Endowed Chair in Urologic Oncology at Hoag Family Cancer Institute, discusses prostate cancer screening recommendations to help men determine their risk of cancer. Dr. Bassett ...

Kathy Azeez-Narain, Hoag’s Chief Digital Officer, is at the forefront of developing new digital products to enhance the patient experience at Hoag. Azeez-Narain and her team are dedicated to discovering new ways to solve gaps in the marketplace...

In this episode, Dr. Michael Demeure, the Otis Healy Family Endowed Chair in Applied Genomics and program director of precision medicine at the Hoag Family Cancer Institute, explains how DNA sequencing allows physicians to provide individualize...

As part of Scoliosis Awareness Month, Dr. Pawel Jankowski, scoliosis and spinal deformity neurosurgery specialist at Hoag’s Spine Institute, explains his patient-centric approach to assessing patients for scoliosis and how he creates a tailored...

In light of Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, Dr. Aaron Ritter, the Larkin Family Endowed Chair in Integrative Brain Health and director of the Memory & Cognitive Disorders Program in Hoag’s Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute, sha...

In this episode, Dr. Gary A. Ulaner, the James & Pamela Muzzy Endowed Chair in Molecular Imaging and Therapy and director of Molecular Imaging and Therapy for the Hoag Family Cancer Institute, discusses the work he is doing at Hoag to comba...

Listen as Dr. Steven Q. Wang., Hoag’s program director of Dermatologic Oncology, recommends Southern California residents to adopt a year-round, comprehensive approach to sun protection through sun avoidance, seeking shade, wearing protective c...

In this episode, David Lagrew, Jr., M.D., chief of service, maternal fetal medicine program, Hoag Women’s Health Institute, shares important insights about high-risk pregnancies and maternal fetal medicine. Dr. Lagrew outlines the risk factors ...

Anusha Wijeyakumar MA, CPC, E-RYT, dip mentoring and wellness consultant for Hoag shares how being present through mindfulness and meditation can transform your overall health. She gives tangible tips on how to incorporate a 5-minute mindfulnes...

Listen as Dr. David Ahn, Program Director of the Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center at Hoag outlines the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes and the role that obesity and dieting play in diabetes management. He also discusses inno...

In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Raskin, surgical director for the Margolis Family Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program at Hoag’s Digestive Health Institute, explains the connection between the brain and gut, the importance of eating a plant-based ...