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09/01/2025

At the Cardiovascular Institute at UC San Diego Health, your heart is our priority. ❤️

Jia Shen, MD, MPH, cardiologist, shares how our team delivers compassionate, personalized care supported by advanced technology and collaborative expertise.

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Cardiologist Jia Shen, MD, MPH, explains how patients with heart conditions or concerns receive exceptional care at the UC San Diego Health Cardiovascular In...

08/31/2025

Look to UC San Diego Health for comprehensive addiction recovery and treatment services for adults with substance use disorders.

Our whole-person approach to care is extended to all populations without judgment. We recognize both the biological basis of addiction and the sociocultural factors that play a role. Our focus is on delivering compassionate, evidence-based care that improves your quality of life and daily life functioning.

UC San Diego Health employs a harm reduction approach to treat substance use disorders, the most successful and compassionate treatment for drug addiction.

08/30/2025

Worsening secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (SPMS) symptoms don’t have to define your journey. Explore real-world strategies from experts like Jennifer Graves, MD, neurologist at UC San Diego Health, from medications to mobility support for taking control and standing strong.

You don’t have to face MS alone. At UC San Diego Health, our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to preserving your independence, comfort and well-being at every stage.

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As SPMS symptoms advance, there are ways to slow progression. Experts share their best advice.

08/29/2025

When baby Stevie was born prematurely with serious health challenges, she spent four months in the NICU at UC San Diego Health. With the support of our dedicated care team and the Wee Nuzzle program, which helps parents and NICU babies bond through early breastfeeding support, Stevie and her mom, Lauren Kennington, found strength, hope and healing together.

“The benefits of human milk are incredibly important for infants in the NICU, especially those born before 28 weeks gestation, because the intestinal barrier in a preterm baby is very sensitive and immature,” said Sandra Leibel, MD, neonatologist at UC San Diego Health. “Breast milk can also help boost a baby’s immune system and provides unique nutrition to help with their overall healing and growth.”

Read more about this heart-warming journey and how UCSD is transforming neonatal care.

A program in the neonatal intensive care unit at UC San Diego Health helps parents hoping to breastfeed their babies.

08/28/2025

Personalized medicine meets spine surgery in a world-first breakthrough.

The neurosurgical team at UC San Diego Health performed the world’s first anterior cervical spine surgery using a fully personalized implant, designed with AI and 3D printing for a patient’s unique anatomy.

This breakthrough means more precise alignment, fewer complications, faster recovery and a future where every implant is made for one person, not everyone.

UC San Diego Health performs the world’s first personalized cervical spine surgery using AI and 3D-printed implants for a patient’s unique anatomy.

08/27/2025

Hope is on the horizon for people living with fatty liver disease.

UC San Diego researchers have developed the first drug shown to actually reverse liver damage in MASH, a serious form of fatty liver disease. In clinical trials, many patients saw healthier liver tissue and fewer complications, without major side effects.

"This is the first drug of its kind to show real biological impact in MASH," said Rohit Loomba, MD, principal investigator of the study and gastroenterologist and hepatologist at UC San Diego Health. "If these findings are confirmed in Phase III trials, we may finally be able to offer patients a targeted therapy that halts and potentially reverses liver damage before it progresses to life-threatening stages."

New drug reverses liver damage in MASH, targeting an enzyme to reduce fat and inflammation in patients with fatty liver disease.

08/27/2025

Relief is possible.

Peripheral nerve disorders, from pinched nerves to complex injuries, can cause pain, limit mobility and affect quality of life. At UC San Diego Health, our specialists use advanced surgical techniques and comprehensive care to restore function, relieve pain and help you get back to living fully.

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08/26/2025

Grow with us. 🌱

The McGrath Outpatient Pavilion at UC San Diego Health's Hillcrest Medical Campus is now open! As the first milestone in our Hillcrest Redevelopment Project, this state-of-the-art facility brings advanced outpatient care and expanded specialty services, built for the future of San Diego.

Grow with us as we shape the future of health care in the community. health.ucsd.edu/hillcrest

08/25/2025

Rosa Tellez-Moore was diagnosed with a metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) with Stage 3 fibrosis, an advanced form of liver disease caused by the accumulation of fat in the liver that triggers inflammation and scarring.

At the time of her diagnosis with MASH, there were no Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved treatments so she decided to pursue clinical trials and make lifestyle changes.

After a year-long clinical trial at UC San Diego Health, her liver fat dropped to normal, her fibrosis regressed and she no longer had MASH. She didn’t just fight for herself, she’s helping pave the way for treatments that could change lives.

"I was so overcome with how fortunate I was to be part of this trial and to have this second chance at life," Tellez-Moore said. "I decided to enroll in the clinical trial initially because I realized that if I said no, I’d never know what the outcome could have been. I am so grateful."

After diagnosis with liver disease, patient Rosa Tellez-Moore opts to participate in clinical trials, which change the trajectory of her treatment.

08/22/2025

Artificial intelligence is reshaping health care, but how do we make sure it’s done responsibly?

In this insightful conversation, Karandeep Singh, MD, chief health AI officer at UC San Diego Health, paints a clear, responsible and strategic vision for AI’s role in modern health care.

UC San Diego Health’s Chief AI Officer Karandeep Singh, MD, MMSc, speaks about AI's role within hospitals and its future in health care.

08/21/2025

Heart health is a cornerstone of overall well-being. Hear from experts like Alison Moore, MD, at UC San Diego Health, as they reveal four surprising ways heart-healthy habits benefit your entire body.

Your heart deserves expert care and personal attention. 💙 Connect with UC San Diego Health to take the next step toward a healthier, stronger you. health.ucsd.edu/care/heart-vascular/

A new review shows that the benefits of cardiovascular health extend from head to toe.

08/20/2025

The newly opened McGrath Outpatient Pavilion at the Hillcrest medical campus is a place built to grow with our patients and our community.

More than a decade in the making, this new home for expert care reflects our shared vision of expanding access and bringing advanced services closer to where people live and work in Hillcrest and the community.

Every detail of the six-story pavilion was designed with patients in mind. Here, you’ll find subspecialty care, advanced imaging, outpatient surgery and comprehensive cancer services including enhanced radiation oncology, brachytherapy, infusion services and greater access to clinical trials.

By bringing these services together, we’re creating a more seamless, supportive and convenient care experience, helping our community continue to grow healthier.

The Hillcrest Medical Campus Redevelopment Project represents a reimagining of how academic medicine can better serve you, your family and the whole community. | UC San Diego Health