Part 2: Skills for Managing Chronic Pain
Using mindful-based skills, Kaiser Permanente Northern California members learn to relate to chronic pain in a new way.
The Valley’s Global Ambassadors in Scrubs
Ahmad Tarakji, MD, KP Fresno, discusses the humanitarian work of Kaiser physicians in the Fresno area who travel to areas such as Syria and Armenia to deliver care and support.
Infectious Disease and the Physician Sleuth
Stephen Parodi, MD, TPMG associate executive director, brings a high level of focus and inquiry to the field of infectious disease, the care of complex patients, and many other specialties.
Americans More Open About Mental Health Issues, But Stigma Lingers
Dr. Don Mordecai, TPMG's director of mental health and addiction medicine services, discusses a new poll about both progress and stigma associated with mental health issues.
Expert Care Changes the Game for Father and Son
Alfonso and Stevie Joo, basketball coaches and father and son, both faced potentially career-altering injuries. But quick, personalized care from TPMG got them back on the court.
What to Know About TAVR, an Alternative to Open-Heart Surgery
Dr. Edward McNulty, KP San Francisco, discusses a ten year clinical trail that follows how TAVR patients fare, and the durability of the valves.
Kaiser Slashes Opioid Prescriptions for Bay Area Patients
Dr. Sameer Awsare explains how TPMG cut the number of opioid prescriptions in KP Northern California by one-third since 2015.
Uniting to Fight Sepsis
The region’s care teams are significantly reducing deaths from sepsis, continuously improving treatment, and sharing their knowledge widely.
Preparing for Your Child to Go Through Puberty
Louise Greenspan, MD, from KP San Francisco, shares advice on how parents can talk to their children about puberty and stay connected with them throughout the process.
Decision to Die
Dr. Piyush Srivastava, KP Walnut Creek, discusses right-to-die laws and social movement, and the ethical and philosophical dilemmas facing physicians.