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Heart arrhythmias, which feel like a skipped beat or racing heart, occur when electrical impulses in the heart don’t route properly. Arrhythmias are usually temporary and harmless, but frequent heart palpitations or irregular heartbeats might be a sign of heart disease. If you experience shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting or near fainting, chest … Read More

Healthgrades released its rankings for America’s 50 and 100 Best Hospitals for 2018 on February 27, including Hoag. The hospitals on the list represent the top 1 percent and 2 percent of healthcare facilities in the nation, respectively. Patients treated at hospitals listed among the top 50 and 100 hospitals have a 22.3 percent lower … Read More

Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach has named Dr. Lisa Abaid co-director of gynecologic oncology for the Breast & Ovarian Cancer Prevention Program. “The most effective cure for ovarian cancer is prevention, so 'prevention' is prominent in our program's name,” Abaid, a Hoag medical staff member since 2008, said in a statement. “As a result of … Read More

Immersive 3D simulations help brain surgeons and patients prepare for complex operations, providing a VR tour of the brain that ultimately eases the fears of patients and family members about surgery. Virtual reality (VR) lets anyone explore the cosmos and gain a visual understanding of the universe. VR also offers a detailed view into the … Read More

As the Toshiba Classic returns to Newport Beach Country Club March 9-11, the PGA Tour Champions has become one of the most successful stops on the 50-plus circuit because of its managing charity, Hoag Hospital, and its army of support. But the inside scoop is that the players love the golf course. In an age … Read More

Many people think eradicating cancer is an unattainable goal. But for cervical cancer, we are well on our way to doing just that. Cervical cancer was once the leading cause of death in women in the U.S. But we are on the cusp of vanquishing this disease thanks to regular Pap screening and a vaccine … Read More

Healthgrades named the 250 recipients of its 2018 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence January 23, including Hoag. Hospitals recognized with this award performed among the top 5 percent in the nation for at least 21 of 32 inpatient conditions and procedures analyzed by Healthgrades. “Consumers should prioritize hospitals and health systems that achieve high … Read More

Try this somewhere safe: Close your eyes and stand on one foot. With your eyes closed, tilt your head toward the ceiling. Are you able to balance? If not, you've got plenty of company. Our balance, along with our bodies, begins to deteriorate over time. More than one-third of Americans over the age of 65 … Read More

Women’s Choice Award® 2018 has named Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Heart Care and Obstetrics. This is the fifth consecutive year Hoag has received an award in the category. The award identifies the country’s best health care institutions based on patient satisfaction and clinical excellence. According to Hoag it … Read More

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian installed the ExcelsiusGPS. Here are five highlights: 1. Hoag is the first on the West Coast to provide this technology to patients. 2. ExcelsiusGPS is robotic technology intended for minimally invasive spine surgery. 3. The platform delivers real-time visualization during a procedure, with the intent of improving outcomes. 4. Additionally, ExcelsiusGPS … Read More