Scientists probe how surfing could help chronic pain

USC will soon launch a study to determine the effects of surfing on both chronic pain and post-traumatic stress disorder.  Leading the research is Jason Kutch, PhD, an associate professor at the USC Division Read More »

March 14th, 2023|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

USC Norris expands cancer clinical trials to Koreatown and Newport Beach

USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center is expanding its wide selection of groundbreaking cancer clinical trials to Keck Medicine of USC’s Koreatown and Newport Beach ambulatory site locations — with the goal of serving diverse Read More »

March 13th, 2023|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Neuro-ophthalmology corrects the eyesight of a patient deemed beyond help

When Larry Goodall was in his late 20s, he underwent eye surgery to correct his strabismus (commonly known as a “crossed eyes” or “wall eyes”). He came out of the surgery seemingly cured and for decades experienced no complications with Read More »

March 13th, 2023|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Keck Medicine launches Women’s Initiative Network at International Women’s Day Symposium

On March 8, as the sun set over Keck Medicine of USC’s Health Sciences Campus, employees from across the enterprise gathered at Health Care Center 4 for the organization’s first annual International Women’s Day Symposium. The event — sponsored by Read More »

March 9th, 2023|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Hormone replacement therapy may protect the heart and brain after menopause

Keck Medicine of USC has launched a clinical trial to study the effect of a novel estrogen-containing hormone replacement therapy on postmenopausal cardiovascular disease and cognitive decline.

Estrogen — a hormone produced by the ovaries — protects the heart and Read More »

March 9th, 2023|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|