Minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass (MIDCAB) surgery offer the same benefits as open-heart coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) surgery, but with shorter hospitalization, less blood loss, and a faster recovery. Listen in as Cardiac surgeon,

The most movable joint in the body is also potentially the most unstable joint. Learn from Ari Youderian, MD about common shoulder problems, causes and treatment options to alleviate pain.

Long Beach Memorial is shifting the culture of knee replacement surgery. Rather than wait until the entire knee is completely arthritic, the trained MAKOplasty® orthopedic surgeons are using MAKOplasty® to help people sooner, by doing partial replacements

Recent research has shown a connection between obesity and the prevalence of digestive conditions such as heartburn, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Several factors contribute to either developing or worsening GERD when the stomach i

Abnormal uterine bleeding is a very common cause of concern for women. Evaluation of abnormal uterine bleeding is important, and warranted, as it could be a symptom of something very serious. Dr. Thomas Ruiz, OB/GYN physician with MemorialCare Medical Gro

More foods can affect your health or your baby's than you might realize. But do you know what foods to avoid during pregnancy? Dr. Elizabeth West, OBGYN physician with MemorialCare Medical Group, shares information on what pregnant women should and should

This year, about 10,000 children in the United States under the age of 15 will be diagnosed with cancer — 1,250 of these children are expected to die. For the children that survive childhood cancer, the battle is never over. Maritza Ruiz, MD is here to ex

Choosing a primary care physician to oversee your health and well-being is an important decision to make. When selecting a primary care physician, it is important to look for a physician who takes time to listen to you, answers your questions and is someo

Midwives are health care providers best known for caring for women through pregnancy and birth, but they also provide primary care to women of all ages – from puberty through the child-bearing years into menopause. Patricia Evans, certified nurse midwife

Diabetes is a multi-systemic disease that affects many organs - most commonly the eyes, nerves and kidneys. Education and early intervention is of utmost importance in preventing diabetic kidney disease and dialysis. Dr. Gaytri Gandotra, nephrologist spec