Permanente Medicine in Action
Preventing Preeclampsia with One Aspirin A Day
In response to recent research a new pilot program prescribes low-dose aspirin to prevent preeclampsia and preterm births.
Recognizing Exceptional Physician Contributions
Five physicians from The Permanente Medical Group were recently honored with the Sidney R. Garfield Exceptional Contribution Award.
Runner’s Life Saved 100 Feet From Finish Line
Just before the half-marathon finish line Mark Gong collapsed. His life was saved by two Kaiser Permanente physicians who rushed to the scene.
Research in the News
Uncommon Kidney Disorder Significantly Increases Risk of Heart Disease and End-stage Kidney Disease
A new Kaiser Permanente study points to early identification of patients with primary nephrotic syndrome in helping prevent a wide range of complications.
Emergency Care for Heart Attacks and Strokes Rebounds
Significant declines in heart attack hospitalizations and emergency care for possible strokes at the beginning of the pandemic were not seen in subsequent COVID-19 surges, according to a recent Kaiser Permanente study.
Healthy Lifestyle Linked to Lower Risk of Preterm Birth
A combination of 3 healthy lifestyle factors is associated with a 70% lower risk of preterm birth, according to an analysis of data from a Kaiser Permanente study involving nearly 2,500 pregnant women in Northern California.
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.
