100 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs | 2023

Becker’s is thrilled to release its 2023 list of hospitals and health systems with great oncology programs. These organizations have earned national recognition for their work in cancer care. These programs offer leading-edge clinical trials and pioneer research discoveries that expand access to care and enhance patient outcomes.  Many of these cancer programs have earned … Read More

Why it’s Important to be Educated Before Committing to Spine Surgery

When it comes to reviewing your spine condition and treatment options, making an informed decision is critical. “Getting a second opinion is critical in making a decision about spine surgery,” said Burak Ozgur, M.D., director of the Hoag Spine Center. “We give second opinions, and we welcome our patients to seek them as well. We … Read More

Myth vs. Fact: 5 Misconceptions About Breast Cancer

How do you know what is a myth vs. fact when it comes to your health? There is so much information available on the internet and at our fingertips, but how do you know what is truly factual.   During breast cancer awareness month, we are asking breast health experts to weigh in and clear … Read More

Battling Breast Cancer While Pregnant, New Mom ‘Couldn’t Be More Grateful’ for Hoag

Kelly was busy breastfeeding, working and raising her son Caleb, along with her husband Jeff. Ready for next steps, she was excited to grow her family. When she was just shy of 7 weeks pregnant, Kelly came in to see her OB/Gyn, Lisa Karamardian, M.D., F.A.C.O.G., Jeffrey M. Carlton Endowed Chair in Women’s Health in … Read More

Hoag Hospital Foundation Hosts Second Annual H.E.R. Summit by Hoag with Special Guest Rebecca Minkoff

Last Tuesday, Sept. 28, more than 350 attendees gathered for the Second Annual H.E.R. Summit by Hoag at VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa. This year’s event featured an enriching program filled with captivating conversations that explored the depths of women’s mental and sexual health, as well as the secrets to healthy aging … Read More

Amidst Their Battle with Breast Cancer Two Young Single Moms Forged a Lifelong Friendship at Hoag

Emily Hill was in the middle of her infusion treatment for breast cancer when she heard a young woman talking nearby. She unhooked her IV bag from the pole and walked down the hall of the Hoag Infusion Center in Newport Beach. Peeking her head into the opened doorway of an infusion room, Emily saw … Read More

Choosing the Best Primary Care Physician for You

When to go to the Emergency Department vs. Urgent Care

5 Tips to Reduce Salt for a Healthy Heart

Americans sure do heart salt. Nearly 90% of adults and children in the U.S. consume too much of the stuff. Unfortunately, our love affair with sodium comes at a cost: high blood pressure, which leads to heart disease. “The body needs sodium to function properly, but too much sodium can raise blood pressure, which is … Read More

Hoag Orthopedic Expands Into South OC

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian and its affiliate Hoag Orthopedic Institute are expanding their presence in South Orange County, as well as building a new “fast track” emergency room in Newport Beach. Hoag Orthopedic, which is 51% owned by the hospital, this month is opening a 10,000-square-foot facility in Aliso Viejo to go along with five … Read More