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.
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.
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.
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.
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.