Women's Health

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Hoag encourages women to maintain their breast health through three key steps: Understand “your normal.” Understanding how your breasts look and feel normally will help you identify changes which may be signs of breast cancer. Speak with your physician if you notice certain changes in your breasts. Know … Read More
Published On: September 25, 2023

Hoag Hospital Foundation to host Second Annual H.E.R. Summit

Hoag Hospital Foundation has announced their second annual H.E.R. Summit by Hoag at VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa, on Tuesday, Sept. 26 from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. This year’s event presents an enriching program filled with captivating conversations that explore the depths of women’s mental and sexual health, as well as the secrets … Read More
Published On: September 15, 2023

Understand Your Risk & Take Control: The Significance of Preparation and Prevention When it Comes to Breast & Ovarian Cancer

Preparation and prevention are essential when it comes to your health. The Hoag Breast & Ovarian Cancer Prevention Program specializes in the management and care for women who have tested positive for a genetic mutation that increases their risk of breast, ovarian and/or uterine cancer. “Hoag’s Breast and Ovarian Cancer Prevention Program is delivering on … Read More
Published On: September 14, 2023

Allyson Brooks – Filling Gaps in Women’s Health Care

Allyson Brooks is continuing to address the gaps in women’s healthcare she witnessed as an obstetrician and gynecologist. The executive director and chief quality officer at Hoag Women’s Health Institute—a unit of the Newport Beach hospital that’s one of the country’s higher-rated women’s health systems—recently oversaw the launch of Hoag’s Postpartum+ program, which allows new mothers … Read More
Published On: August 25, 2023

How to Prepare for Your Mammogram

At Hoag, we encourage you to take an active role in your breast health. A mammogram is an essential step of a women’s health journey. A mammogram is a low dose X-ray exam that takes images of the breast to detect breast cancer early. Knowing what to expect at your mammogram may help calm your … Read More
Published On: August 14, 2023

Hoag Recognized as Highest Ranked Hospital in Orange County for Top-Quality Care by U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 Best Hospitals Rankings

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., August 1, 2023 — For the seventh consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 Best Hospitals Rankings named Hoag the highest ranked hospital in Orange County, the fourth-best hospital in the Los Angeles metro area and ninth-best in California. The rankings also included national rankings in two specialty areas and recognition … Read More
Published On: August 11, 2023

The Importance of Nutrition While Breastfeeding

Nutrition plays a crucial role in supporting both the health of a breastfeeding mother and the growth and development of her baby. It is also important to remember each woman’s birth story is different, so determining the correct nutrition needs for you is the first step. One constant no matter your birthing journey is your … Read More
Published On: August 9, 2023

Hoag Runs in the Family for Devoted Donor Otis Healy

Meet Otis Healy, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, who holds a special place in his heart for his family and for Hoag. Otis’ commitment to his family and his passion for health care have made a lasting impact. As the benefactor of the Otis Healy Family Endowed Chair in Applied Genomics, he continues … Read More
Published On: August 2, 2023

Maintain Your Pelvic Health Pre, During and Post Pregnancy

Are you experiencing pelvic health issues due to pregnancy and/or childbirth? Are pelvic health issues affecting you from becoming pregnant? Did you recently deliver a child and are still experiencing some discomfort and pain? Our pelvic health specialists are here to help you understand the causes of pelvic floor pain before, during and after pregnancy … Read More
Published On: July 19, 2023

The Importance of Scheduling Your Annual Mammogram

With so many conflicting messages about mammograms, Dr. Lopez has some clear messaging about the importance of scheduling your annual mammogram. Dr. Lopez is a board certified, fellowship trained breast radiologist and the medical director of Breast Imaging at Hoag. “Mammograms save lives,” she said. “Schedule your annual mammogram. It is the most important screening … Read More
Published On: June 22, 2023