USC Verdugo Hills Hospital Foundation Fundraising Events
USC-VHH Foundation Annual Golf Classic USC Verdugo Hills Hospital Foundation will host its 33rd Annual Golf Classic on Monday, September 16th, at Oakmont Country Club. Proceeds from the tournament will be used to support the hospital's greatest needs such as keeping pace with advancements in medicine, health education, exceptional patient experience and cutting-edge medical technology. More information about how to participate HERE.
Breast Cancer Symptoms: What Should You Know?
Learn about the symptoms of breast cancer and what to look for to protect yourself against this disease.
Five Questions to Ask When Choosing an OB/GYN
Looking for a new OB/GYN? Evelyn Nicole Mitchell, MD, an obstetrician/gynecologist from USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, shares a few questions to ask before booking your first appointment. Choosing the right OB/GYN is one of the most sensitive decisions a patient can make. Evelyn Nicole Mitchell, MD, who practices obstetrics and gynecology at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, will be among the first to tell you how crucial it is for an OB/GYN and their patient to have an open, mutually respectful relationship. “I believe communication is key,” Dr. Mitchell says. “It is important to be honest with each other regarding
What Are Kegel Exercises, and Should You Do Them?
Find out how these pelvic floor exercises can help you. You may have heard of Kegels — pregnant women are often encouraged to do them to strengthen their vaginal muscles in preparation for birth. But the exercises can do far more than that, for both women and men. If you experience urinary or fecal incontinence (difficulty holding it when you have to go to the bathroom) or pelvic organ prolapse (when pelvic organs begin to drop), these may be the exercises for you. Two advantages to Kegel exercises: They’re very easy, and you can do them anywhere, without anyone knowing. Your pelvic
Is There a Better Way To Treat Uterine Fibroids?
Uterine fibroid embolization is a minimally invasive procedure that is an alternative to surgery — but is it right for you? Uterine fibroids are extremely common, benign tumors in the uterus. For many women, they cause no symptoms at all and don’t need to be treated. But, if you’re among the 25% of women for whom fibroids cause symptoms, they can affect your health and quality of life. Uterine fibroids may cause heavy menstrual bleeding or bleeding between periods, to the point that you may become anemic or need a blood transfusion. If fibroids get too big, they may also
Pelvic Health Therapy
Personalized Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) isn’t easy to talk about, but the conditions associated with it can affect all aspects of a woman’s physical and emotional health. We understand that it can take courage to ask for help with PFD conditions, and our team is here to provide the care you need. At USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, our pelvic health physical therapists screen, diagnose and treat PFD to help improve your quality of life. Our skilled clinicians provide one-on-one therapy sessions to treat various pelvic health–related conditions, including chronic pelvic pain, bowel control issues, urinary
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COVID-19 Vaccine: What You Need to Know
Last updated: 9/1/22 at 2:49 p.m. Vaccines are crucial tools in the fight against deadly infectious diseases. When the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available to you, we strongly encourage that you receive it. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends COVID-19 primary series vaccines for all people 6 months and older, as well as booster shots for eligible people 5 years of age and older. For the most up-to-date COVID-19 vaccine and booster recommendations from the CDC, click here. Frequently Asked Questions Is the coronavirus vaccine safe? In clinical trials for vaccines produced by pharmaceutical
Aging Resources
Community Resource Center for Aging You can’t prevent all the challenges that come with aging, but you can create a plan to help manage your needs and maintain your quality of life. Our Community Resource Center for Aging at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital (USC-VHH) gives you and your family access to services, resources and support systems that specialize in care for older adults. We connect you to a network of organizations that offer help with many aspects of aging, including: Caregiver support Community engagement and activities End-of-life care Food delivery services Legal and financial resources Mental health care
USC Verdugo Hills Hospital Foundation 29th Annual Golf Classic
USC Verdugo Hills Hospital Foundation On Monday, Sept. 21, 2020, our 29th Annual Golf Classic went virtual and raised more than $250,000 for USC Verdugo Hills Hospital’s Greatest Needs Fund. The golf classic traditionally supports the hospital’s highest priority needs, which normally include clinical training, surgical and diagnostic equipment, modernized facilities, programs that enhance patient experience and community health initiatives that provide vital health education and support services. This year however, these greatest needs also encompassed preparing hospital spaces to test, diagnose, treat and isolate COVID-19 patients, providing access to telemedicine, acquiring personal protective equipment (PPE) and caring for exhausted