Dr. Shaun Setty will explain the ECMO procedure and how it benefits children/infants with life threatening conditions.

Venous disease affects women and men of all ages and ethnicities, and severity of the disease can range from spider veins to dilated varicose veins. Son Duong, M.D., a board-certified vascular surgeon at Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center discusses the causes, diagnosis and treatment of varicose veins, including radiofrequency ablation.

The combination of muscle weakness and straining can lead to a hernia, which can happen to men, women and children. Learn about causes and symptoms of hernias, as well as minimally invasive surgical repairs of inguinal (groin), ventral (abdomen), and umbilical (navel) hernias.

The surgical needs of children and adolescents differ from adults. The best surgical care for children is provided in a pediatric surgical center that tailors its care and environment to the unique needs of children. Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach has the newest, state-of-the-art Pediatric Surgical Center in the region – dedicated exclusively to infants, children and adolescents. From the kid-sized dressing rooms to the pre-op playroom, the entire Pediatric Surgical Center is designed to offer a comfortable and family friendly environment while children and their families prepare for surgery.

Sinusitis affects 37 million people each year and is one of the most common health concerns. Many people misdiagnose themselves with “allergies” or a “cold” and it actually could be sinusitis. It is an inflammation of the sinus lining that prevents normal drainage through the nose.

Many women face the decision of choosing to have breast reconstruction after a mastectomy. Cosmetic and reconstructive surgeon, Eugene Elliott, MD, addresses questions that may come up when making this decision. He also discusses achieving the best result with reconstructive breast surgery, the limitations of surgery, preparing for breast reconstruction, as well as which topics to discuss about reconstruction with your breast cancer surgeon.

Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in America and leading cause of adult disability. While there have been remarkable advances in the treatment of heart attacks and various forms of cancer, stroke remains one of the last unsolved, potentially fatal diseases. Long Beach Memorial’s Division of Interventional Neuroradiology in partnership with UCLA Health has led the way in using techniques to treat - and in some cases stop - stroke and aneurysms - from even happening.

Understanding hernia symptoms and what they are is essential. General surgeon, Todd Harris, MD, will discuss the key things to know to help identify a hernia and which options are available for treatment.

Are you over 35 and planning for pregnancy? Plan now and take special care to give your baby the best start possible. Get smart steps to maximize your health and your baby’s health before and during pregnancy. Learn which vitamins and tests are encouraged during pregnancy.

Choosing whether to breastfeed or formula feed your baby is one of the first decisions expectant parents will make. The American Academy of Pediatrics joins other organizations such as the American Medical Association, the American Dietetic Association and the World Health Organization in recommending breastfeeding as the best way to feed babies.