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Changes to Radiation Oncology Offer Hope When There Was None
Radiation oncology has been around for a century, and, at first, advancements in the field came rapidly. The evolution of X-rays and CT scans to inform treatment. Intraoperative radiation therapy. Technology that allows for tailored dose distribution. But for the past 20 years, the pace of innovations seemed to slow. We remained stymied, for instance, … Read More
Online Learning Works Best When Building on Structure and Certainty
When Alyssa Cotter’s daughter began distance learning for kindergarten last August, it was a slow transition for her to adjust to school on a screen. “She didn’t know what she was missing out on,” said Cotter, a Rancho Cucamonga resident. “At the same time, it was really hard for her to focus and pay attention. … Read More
Court Overrules Providence's Objections to Hoag's Affiliation Lawsuit
In a statement, Hoag stated that it welcomes the decision issued Tuesday. A judge in California overruled Providence St. Joseph’s demurrer to the complaint by the Association of Presbyterian Members of Hoag to dissolve Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian’s affiliation with the Renton, Washington-based health system. The ruling, issued Tuesday afternoon by David A. Hoffer, a … Read More
COVID-19 Rapid Testing Becomes Available at John Wayne Airport
Hoag’s Chief Hospital Operations Officer, Marcy Brown, said on Monday the service would be extended to weekends depending on the demand. “You don’t have to go through TSA or security checkpoint to get the rapid test. It’s available to anyone. Just park in the short-term parking lot, walk right in and get your rapid test,” … Read More
Hoag Memorial Hospital Makes Moves to Become National Leader In Molecular Imaging: Moving Closer to Precision Therapies
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is on the move, building what will become an elite Molecular Imaging and Therapy program. Based on the vision of Dr. Burton Eisenberg, the venerable Orange County-based nonprofit regional health care delivery network brought on board the nationally recognized expert Gary A. Ulaner, MD, Ph.D. Dr. Ulaner, dual board-certified in radiology … Read More
Vaccine Rollout Approved for People Age 65+
Dear Neighbors, I am writing to let you know about an important update to the county’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout. The Orange County Health Care Agency (OCHCA) has now approved vaccinations for people aged 65+, which is an important milestone in the fight against COVID-19. We are working quickly to establish dedicated locations to safely provide … Read More
What It's Like To: Battle Cancer and Save Your Dad's Life
Amy Rosenberg: One morning I noticed a lump on my right breast, and I didn’t think much about it. I wasn’t worried. “I’m 27, there’s no way this is cancer.” I started Googling “breast soreness” and the medication I was taking. It said breast soreness is one of the biggest side effects. So I kind … Read More
Orange County Health Officials Still Concerned About Rising COVID-19 Cases As New Numbers Encourage Optimism
A record was set recently for daily deaths reported in Orange County, but some health care workers say they are now seeing some signs of improvements locally while acknowledging there are still tough days expected ahead. Orange County health officials on Sunday reported 1,448 new cases of coronavirus and 47 additional deaths. New coronavirus numbers … Read More
Nationally Recognized Radiologist and Nuclear Medicine Expert Joins Hoag Family Cancer Institute to Bring Molecular Imaging and Therapy to Orange County
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is building upon its personalized, science-based approach to cancer care with the launch of its Molecular Imaging and Therapy Program, led by nationally recognized expert Gary A. Ulaner, M.D., Ph.D. Dr. Ulaner, who is dual board-certified in radiology and nuclear medicine, recently joined Hoag Family Cancer Institute from Memorial Sloan Kettering … Read More
Take Five: Meet Dr. Philip Robinson, Medical Director of Infection Prevention at Hoag
As COVID cases continue to surge and more and more people we know are suffering from its effects, we welcomed news of vaccines being available to frontline workers, and possibly everyone else in the coming months. I caught up with Dr. Philip Robinson, medical director of infection prevention and hospital epidemiology at Hoag, to learn … Read More