Keck Medicine of USC

Getting the COVID-19 vaccine for people experiencing homelessness, especially at this point, can really be a life changer for them, says Brett Feldman, a physician assistant and director of the Street Medicine team at Keck Medicine of USC and the Keck School of Medicine of USC. Learn more about how the Street Medicine team is administering the COVID-19 vaccine to those in need.

Dr. Larissa V. Rodríguez empowers her patients to make decisions. I like to provide my patients with evidence-based discussions and alternatives, so they can be involved in the treatment process. It’s my job to give them choices and allow them to consider the treatments they are willing to undergo. Learn more about Dr. Rodríguez, a surgeon specializing in obstetrics and gynecology, urogynecology and urology, including what you may not find on her resume.

Keck Medicine of USC is pleased to announce the launch of the USC Cardiac and Vascular Institute. The launch of the institute will drive clinical growth and enhance the strong, integrated working relationship between the cardiology, cardiac and vascular surgery teams, says Dr. Vaughn Starnes, the executive director of the institute. Learn more about the services that will be provided. ... http://ow.ly/cz9350EpQtb See more

Do you have questions about the #COVID19 vaccine? The World Health Organization (WHO) answers the following questions: If you have already had #COVID19, do you still need both doses of the vaccine? Do these vaccines protect you against infection? Do they protect us against variants?... For more information about the coronavirus vaccine, visit: https://www.keckmedicine.org/vaccine

Have you ever woken up with a pins and needles sensation on the arm you were sleeping on? These odd tingles are caused by pressure on a nerve and typically go away. What happens if they don’t go away once the pressure is taken off? It could be a sign of a medical condition. Learn more about what can be the cause of these sensations.

Did you know that a sinus infection, also called sinusitis, affects 1 in 8 adults every year? Our expert, Dr. Elisabeth Ference, shares things you should know about sinusitis. Learn more.

The CDC shares that there has been an increase in adults reporting symptoms of an anxiety or depressive disorder during the pandemic. Learn more about the report, and discover ways to get help if you are struggling (check the comments in the original CDC post).

In the summer of 2016, Laura Priest’s busy and active life came to a halt, when a ruptured brain aneurysm landed her in the intensive care unit and wiped 28 days from her memory. Learn more about her story.

Why did Dr. Eric Chang, a radiation oncologist, want to practice at Keck Medicine of USC? To be at the forefront of medicine, I chose to practice at an academic medical center, where I can be involved in developing and refining the most advanced treatments. Learn more about Dr. Chang and what you may not find on his resume.

Did you know that, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, 11% of men and 6% of women in the United States will have a kidney stone at least once in their lifetime? We’re sharing everything you ever wanted to know about kidney stones. Learn more.

Dr. Gregory L. Taylor, II never rushes his patients and provides them the opportunity to voice their questions and concerns. I always tell my patients that the more they tell me, the better I can serve them. The primary care physician has to be someone who adds value to people’s lives not just by diagnosing diseases but by working collaboratively with them toward a healthy lifestyle. Learn more about Dr. Taylor, who specializes in geriatric and internal medicine.

When you are eligible to get your COVID-19 vaccine, be sure to have a plan when it comes to signing up for the vaccine, and learn about the symptoms you may experience after receiving it. Learn more from the CDC.

Meet Taylor Reynolds, an altruistic organ donor who participated in the living-donor liver transplant program at Keck Medicine of USC. #DonateLife I’m honored to have been able to give a baby a great chance at a long and healthy life. Learn more about her story. If you’d like to apply to be a living organ donor, please visit: http://ow.ly/ci2h50EbJnn

Are you curious about COVID-19 virus variants? The CDC shares more about what is known and what is not. Learn more.

Are you unsure about which #COVID19 vaccine is more effective? The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health states that all are effective. If you have additional questions or would like to learn more, visit: http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov//co/vaccine/index.htm

How can you manage the stress of new traumatic events during a pandemic? Our experts address the impact of trauma in the age of COVID-19, including how we can cope with anxiety and fear. Learn more.

Did you know that in Southern California, the wait list for an available kidney can be 10 years or more, depending on the individual? But there is another option - the living-donor kidney transplant program at Keck Medicine of USC. Meet husband and wife, Johnny and Natalie Quintana. Natalie became a living donor for Johnny. Learn more about their story: http://ow.ly/OlOR50EdOqK

Yesterday, in honor of National Doctors’ Day, our Dr. Adupa Rao discussed the heroic efforts of doctors throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more from NBC LA.