Podcast: How Telemedicine Can Improve Cancer Care
KP Research Radio explores how TPMG oncologists expanded care options during the COVID-19 pandemic
Colorectal Cancer Screening Program Erases Disparities in Outcomes
Colorectal cancer disparities between Black and white adults were eliminated in Kaiser Permanente Northern California members after the health care system instituted a regionwide, structured colorectal cancer screening program, new research shows.
Early Pregnancy Blood Pressure Patterns Help Identify Patients At Risk for Later Complications
DOR research identifies patterns tied to increased risk of preeclampsia and other pregnancy-related high blood pressure conditions.
Spinal Anesthesia Improves Recovery Outcomes in Outpatient Joint Replacement
Kaiser Permanente research supports the use of neuraxial anesthesia for Outpatient Joint Replacement.
Risk Score Assigns Surgery Patients to Best Level of Preoperative Counseling
A clinical decision support tool (CAST) developed with predictive analytics could lead to more consistent patient preparation for elective surgery and reduce complications, according to recently published TPMG research.
New Insights on Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms
A Kaiser Permanente patient registry makes it possible to assess risk of rupture.
Predictive Model Paired with Case Management Reduces Hospital Readmissions
Kaiser Permanente Transitions program shows encouraging results.
A Regionalized Cancer Care Program Can Improve Survival for Stomach Cancer Patients
New Kaiser Permanente research describes how a regionalized, virtual gastric cancer center benefited patients and physicians.
New Tool for Early Identification of COVID-19 Surges
New research examined dozens of data points and has identified key leading indicators that can forecast impending COVID-19 surges as much as six weeks before they hit the medical centers.
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.