Women's Health
By The Numbers: Hoag Partners with Women Across Their Lifetime
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
Published On: June 5, 2024
New Mom Greets Baby with Wonder and Gratitude After Undergoing Lifesaving Measures
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
Published On: June 5, 2024
What is osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is a common bone disease characterized by reduced bone density and strength, leading to an increased risk of fractures. It occurs when the body loses too much bone, makes too little bone or both. This imbalance disrupts the normal bone remodeling process, resulting in bones becoming porous and brittle. Osteoporosis often develops silently over … Read More
Published On: June 5, 2024
Tags: Women's Health,Wellness
Navigating Mental Health During the Perinatal Period
Everyone needs help at different times in their life. Bringing a child into the world is a profound journey, but through the joy and anticipation, many mothers silently struggle with mental health challenges before, during and after pregnancy, which is also known as the perinatal period. Hoag’s Maternal Mental Health Program is a collaboration between … Read More
Published On: May 29, 2024
Advancing Breast Health: The Evolution of Breast Imaging
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
Published On: April 22, 2024
Infertility: What to Expect When Faced With the Unexpected
Infertility affects women of all reproductive ages and people creating families at different life stages with varied backgrounds. It can feel like a lonely road, filled with unexpected twists and turns. Whether you are just beginning your family building journey or have been on this path for some time, know that you are not alone. … Read More
Published On: April 22, 2024
Tags: Story,Women's Health
The Road to Parenthood: Grateful Patient Grows With Hoag
As a young sixteen-year-old starting her health journey, Kailyn Hutchinson first crossed paths with Hoag OB/GYN, Lisa Karamardian, M.D., Jeffrey M. Carlton Endowed Chair in Women’s Health, in honor of Dr. Anne M. Kent and medical director of Maternal Child Health at Hoag Hospital. Little did Kailyn know that this initial meeting would mark the … Read More
Published On: April 22, 2024
Navigating Endometriosis with Knowledge and Support
Navigating the complexities of endometriosis, a prevalent health issue among women, involves understanding its symptoms, risks, causes and available treatment options. “At Hoag, we offer the latest in diagnostic testing and treatment options to help the more than 11% of women of reproductive age who are affected by this disorder,” said Marc Winter, M.D., minimally … Read More
Published On: March 11, 2024
6 Ways to Support Bone Health Through Nutrition
Did you know that of the estimated 10 million Americans with osteoporosis, about eight million or 80% are women? Women, especially after age 50, are at higher risk of developing osteoporosis or the gradual thinning out of bones than men because the hormone changes that happen during menopause. These hormones can directly affect bone density … Read More
Published On: March 11, 2024
International Women’s Day: Navigating Women’s Health at All Ages and Life Stages
In celebration of International Women’s Day, let’s emphasize the importance of women taking charge of their well-being and embracing self-care at every life stage. Fast-paced as life may be, women around the world can make informed health choices to establish a foundation for a long and healthy life. Dr. Allyson Brooks, F.A.C.O.G., the Ginny Ueberroth … Read More
Published On: March 8, 2024