Curiosity, commitment and compassion drive Yichen Li’s research in neurodegenerative diseases

Yichen Li has always been driven to understand the world around her. Growing up in an Eastern province in China, Li’s inquisitive nature steered her toward science.

“When I was a girl, I wouldn’t stop asking my dad questions, such as Read More »

January 5th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Tarina Kang, MD, MHA, named chief medical officer for USC Verdugo Hills Hospital

Tarina Kang, MD, MHA, has been named chief medical officer for USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, effective immediately, USC-VHH CEO Armand Dorian, MD, MMM, announced Jan. 4.

In this role, Kang will oversee the coordination of patient Read More »

January 4th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Uniform supplier enables surgical training with PPE donation

Practice is a key part of surgical training. A young surgeon wants to be ready for anything and needs to get the intricate steps of a surgical procedure deep into the muscle memory. That means practicing a given procedure hundreds Read More »

January 4th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Employees’ pandemic work honored with monuments representing USC’s Presidential Medallion

In recognition of the extraordinary work of the university’s employees during the COVID-19 pandemic, four monuments are being placed around USC in honor of the unprecedented award.

The pedestal monuments represent the presentation of the 2021 Presidential Medallion to all Read More »

January 3rd, 2022|Announcements, COVID-19, Keck Net Intranet|