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Saving women from breast cancer is paramount, so let's talk about better tools
Over half a century after the introduction of modern-day mammography, the screening controversy seems stronger than ever. Heated debates are centered on determining the effects of mammograms on breast cancer mortality, largely based on data that is decades old. As I watch these debates, I can’t help but feel that we have lost our way. … Read More
How One Hospital Brought Its C-Section Rate Down Fast
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, one of the largest and most respected facilities in Orange County, needed to move quickly. A big insurer had warned that its maternity costs were too high and it might be cut from the plan’s network. The reason? Too many cesarean sections. “We were under intense scrutiny,” said Dr. Allyson Brooks, … Read More
Hoag Women's Health Institute Recognized
The National Consortium of Breast Centers recognized Hoag Hospital’s Women’s Health Institute last month as the only Certified Quality Breast Center of Excellence in Orange County for the second consecutive year.
Program makes it easier to discuss female health issues
For women experiencing painful intercourse, incontinence or other pelvic floor disorders, physical rehabilitation can be life-changing. But few women feel comfortable discussing intimate issues in the same physical therapy setting as patients recovering from strokes or car accidents. With a sole focus on these sensitive conditions, Womanology, a well-respected pelvic-floor specialty clinic, has provided integrated, … Read More
Commentary: Embracing child birth as 'part of nature'
Early in my career as an obstetrician, I was rigid in my thinking about the “right” way to deliver a baby. Over the years, my view has evolved. While I still believe the hospital is the best and safest place to deliver a baby, I understand the appeal of birthing centers and home birth. In … Read More
WOMANOLOGY® by Hoag
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian recently opened WOMANOLOGY® by Hoag at its Irvine campus. WOMANOLOGY treats pelvic floor disorders, including incontinence and painful sexual intercourse. It was previously privately owned and operated a clinic in Irvine for more than 12 years, adding a second location in Fullerton. Founder and physical therapist Robin Christenson sold WOMANOLOGY’s clinics … Read More
Becker's Hospital Review names Hoag to 100 Hospitals With Great Women's Health Programs – 2013
Becker’s Hospital Review names Hoag for its’ outstanding women’s health program based on clinical excellence and quality care. Hoag Hospital Newport Beach (Calif.). Hoag Hospital Newport Beach is an acute care, nonprofit hospital that includes institutes specializing in care for cancer, heart and vascular conditions, neurosciences, women’s health and orthopedics. The Hoag Women’s Health … Read More
100 hospitals with great women's health programs | 2014
Becker’s Hospital Review has named the following organizations to the 2014 edition of its annual list, “100 hospitals with great women’s health programs.” These hospitals all offer outstanding health services geared toward women, such as gynecology, obstetrics, women-focused heart care and women-focused cancer care, among other women’s health needs. Hospitals were selected for this list … Read More
Knitters ready to give away the fruits of their labor
It’s time for the results of the many hours of needlework by members of the Susi Q NeedleArts Guild to warm others. The group, which meets monthly to knit and crochet at the Laguna Beach Community & Susi Q Center, held its annual holiday gift wrapping party Friday. The donated items, including scarves, shawls, hats … Read More
Pink Panera Bagels Raise Money for Hoag
Panera Bread recently helped raised money for the Hoag Breast Center by selling pink ribbon bagels. Last week officials from Hoag, Hoag Hospital Foundation, Panera Bread, physicians and breast cancer survivors gathered for breakfast to celebrate the $4,000 raised during Panera’s Pink Ribbon Bagel promotion in October. The money generated by the fundraiser will be … Read More