Perspective: Meditation as a valuable treatment for chronic back pain

Steven Richeimer, MD, is a renowned specialist on issues related to chronic pain. He is the chief of the division of pain medicine at Keck Medicine of USC and a professor of clinical anesthesiology and psychiatry and Read More »

April 27th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Keck Medicine researcher leading clinical trial to expand cutting-edge treatment access for depression patients

Since 2005, vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) therapy has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a safe and effective treatment option for treatment resistant depression. It has been tested in several research studies, including one at Read More »

April 25th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Members of Health Sciences Campus honored with USC Mentoring Awards

Several faculty members from the USC Health Sciences Campus received 2022 USC Mentoring Awards on April 14 at a reception organized by the USC Center for Excellence in Teaching. These awards recognize faculty who exemplify the best in mentoring activities Read More »

April 25th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Campaign aims to double Health Sciences Campus’ footprint, research portfolio, President Folt says

The University of Southern California is poised for significant growth in the health sciences — including a targeted philanthropic campaign to support a major research hub, boost interdisciplinary collaboration across the university and raise funds for student debt relief and Read More »

April 21st, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Sarah Van Orman awarded Presidential Medallion for advancing USC’s values in the field of student health

Since 1983, the University of California has awarded the Presidential Medallion to people who have brought honor and distinction to the university community. Last year, all USC staff, faculty and health care professionals were awarded the Presidential Read More »

April 21st, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|