Permanente Medicine in Action
Newly FDA-approved artificial heart valve renews lease on life
TPMG interventional cardiologists are first in Northern California to insert the new device, lowering risk during the valve replacement procedure.
Providing safe obstetric care to women in Rwanda
Ob-gyn physician Shree Chanchani, MD, volunteers in Rwanda to perform cesarean section and fistula repair surgeries, and to train local surgical teams.
Celebrating this year’s Exceptional Contribution Award winners
From addressing physician burnout to harnessing technology, these physicians make Kaiser Permanente a best place to work and receive care.
Curbing plastic use in drive for greener operating room
A new plant-based surgical tool basin used during eye surgeries reduces plastic in landfills and carbon dioxide emissions.
Research in the News
Study underlines importance of COVID-19 booster for cancer patients
Kaiser Permanente researchers show that patients being treated for cancer were much less likely to get severe COVID-19 if they received booster vaccinations against it.
Researchers identify optimal treatments for Helicobacter pylori
Findings from a new Kaiser Permanente Northern California study can help physicians across the nation select the best treatment options for their patients.
Cold drinks can trigger atrial fibrillation
First-of-a-kind Kaiser Permanente Northern California study sheds light on “cold drink heart,” a poorly understood condition.
Colorectal cancer screening program reduced cancer incidence and mortality
Kaiser Permanente Northern California study reports on the impact of 13 years of annual outreach with at-home colorectal cancer testing.
Honoring Physician Excellence
We honor physician excellence and highlight outstanding achievements in innovation, research, teaching and leadership—and the daily impact physicians have on the lives of our patients.
