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Lung Cancer Diagnosis Jolts Health Enthusiast

As an athlete, a nonsmoker and a health devotee, Linda Kneidinger was shocked to be diagnosed with lung cancer. At…

Young Cancer Patient Reflects on Survivorship

Phuong Gallagher, a colorectal cancer patient, offers tips to others faced with a cancer diagnosis at a young age. For…

Can You Survive a Brain Tumor?

A Keck Medicine of USC neurosurgeon discusses survival rates of various types of brain tumors. “Being diagnosed with a brain…

Why I’m Not Offended When My Patient Wants a Second Opinion

Second opinions in health care can be valuable for many reasons, says a Keck Medicine of USC oncologist. Not all…

Is Pulsed Field Ablation as Promising as It Sounds?

A cardiac electrophysiologist’s opinion on using pulsed field ablation in practice. FDA’s approval of two pulsed field ablation (PFA) systems…

Which Patients Seek a Second Opinion?

What makes a patient likelier to want another opinion? A Keck Medicine of USC hematologist-oncologist shares his insights. Most patients…

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Exercise Boosts Cancer Recovery for Pilates Pro

After an initial diagnosis of simple cervical cancer, Amy Jordan sought a second opinion from USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center…

Pregnancy and Coronavirus: 5 Facts You Need To Know

If you’re pregnant and have concerns about the impact of COVID-19 on you and your baby, you’re not alone. One…

How to be a Health Advocate for a Loved One

Two Keck Medicine of USC physicians share tips for how to successfully advocate for yourself at a medical appointment —…

Genetic Screening Informs Lung Cancer Treatment

With the help of Keck Medicine of USC’s Jorge Nieva, MD, a young priest faces a lung cancer diagnosis with…