Torrance Memorial

09/06/2025

Kickstart Your Plant-Based Diet: 5 Easy Tips

Plant-based diets are built around nutrient-rich and heart-healthy ingredients, including minimally processed produce, grains, nuts, seeds, herbs, and spices. But although this food list might seem straightforward, making the switch to plant-based eating may prove to be a bit more challenging.
Whether you want to go vegan, vegetarian, or flexitarian, here are our tips for kickstarting your plant-based diet:

1) Ease into it.
Going plant-based doesn’t require an all-or-nothing approach. To test the waters, consider going plant-based for one meal a day and building up from there.

2)Stock up.
Plant-based foods often require more preparation than processed options. To save time, stock up on easy-to-prepare or grab-and-go options, such as baby carrots, fresh fruits, canned beans, and shelf-stable grains.

3)Plan for protein.
Getting enough protein will help you stay full and satisfied, so be sure to incorporate beans, whole grains, green vegetables, and soy-based products into your diet.

4) Eat adventurously.
Variety is key when following a plant-based diet. Experimenting with new types of produce, ingredient combinations, spices, recipes, cuisines, and cooking styles will keep you from getting sick of salads. Never had an artichoke? Avoided tofu? With a little creativity and courage, now might be the time to try them.

5) Look to other food cultures.
Experiment with other cuisines that focus on plant-based foods. These might include Indian, Vietnamese, Ethiopian, Persian, and even Italian food.

09/04/2025

More than 60 feet of history! We’re proud to unveil Torrance Memorial Health’s reimagined History Wall - a vibrant tribute to our Century of World-Class Care in the South Bay.

An affiliate of Cedars-Sinai, Torrance Memorial remains committed to honoring those who have lead the way while continuing to innovate and embrace new technologies.

The History Wall highlights milestone moments in our journey and showcases the five pillars that define us:
🌟Service
🌟Excellence
🌟Knowledge
🌟Stability
🌟Community

A colorful reminder of our past, present, and future - always committed to caring for you💙

09/04/2025

Back-to-school prep isn’t just about supplies; it’s about health too. Did you know the third week of September is the peak for allergies and asthma? Ragweed pollen, mold, and other fall allergens can impact your child’s focus and well-being.

Allergies can cause:
Runny nose & congestion
Trouble sleeping
Difficulty focusing in class
Asthma flare-ups

Talk to your provider about whether a specific IgE blood test, available through Torrance Memorial’s lab, can help identify triggers and keep symptoms under control.

09/03/2025

Hip hop legend and prostate cancer survivor Lonzo Williams is using his voice for more than music—he’s breaking the silence on prostate cancer in the Black and Brown community.

Lonzo’s message is simple:
💙 Don’t fear the finger—there are other tests like the PSA blood test.
💙 Talk to your doctor early.
💙 Encourage your brothers, friends, and fathers to get screened.

Join Lonzo in raising awareness and saving lives at the Prostate Cancer Awareness Walk on September 20 at Compton College.

👉 Read his story here: https://www.torrancememorial.org/healthy-living/blog/keeping-it-real/

👉 Sign up for the walk: https://findarace.com/us/events/6th-annual-prostate-cancer-walk #:~:text=Join%20us%20in%20Compton%2C%20Los%20Angeles%2C%20for%20the,and%20honor%20the%20lives%20impacted%20by%20prostate%20cancer.

09/02/2025

Did you know there are multiple types of hernias, some you can see and others you can’t? From common inguinal hernias to rare lumbar and perineal hernias, our experts at Torrance Memorial, a Cedars-Sinai affiliate, offer advanced, personalized care to restore your health and quality of life.

Learn the signs, treatment options, and why “pre-habilitation” can make a big difference in your recovery.

📖 Read more on our blog:

Learn about the various types of hernias and treatment options in Torrance Memorial's latest blog.

08/31/2025

👏 Celebrating Dr. Omar Aly – our newest Reason is You Award honoree! 👏 Known for his compassion, collaboration, and dedication, Dr. Aly goes the extra mile for his patients and team.

A colleague shared:
“When a patient with repeated admissions needed extra support, Dr. Aly initiated a bioethics meeting—on his day off—to ensure the best treatment and discharge plan. He’s a strong patient advocate, proactive, and a pleasure to work with.”

Thank you, Dr. Aly, for embodying excellence in care and making a difference for patients every day. 💙

08/29/2025

Strained your lower back? You're not alone — and you're not out of options.
Whether it happened during a workout, lifting something heavy, or just an awkward twist, the key is taking smart, gentle steps early on.

Swipe through for expert tips from Torrance Memorial’s Rehabilitation Team, including:
✔️ What to do right after the strain
✔️ How to sit and move safely
✔️ When to start walking and stretching
✔️ Beginner-friendly exercises to support healing

🩺 Remember: Always talk to your healthcare provider before beginning any exercise. You may need a referral before starting treatment with one of our licensed rehab professionals.

Take care of that back — it’s the only one you’ve got!

08/27/2025

Registration is now open for our September 16th Frontiers in Addiction event with Peter Fowler, B.C.A.S.E., presenting "Understanding the Complex Landscape of School Stress in Teen's Mental Health." https://thelma-mcmillan-recovery-center.ce-go.com/understanding-the-complex-landscape-of-school-stress-on-teens-mental-health

08/27/2025

08/26/2025

Start this fall strong — and finish even stronger. Torrance Memorial’s CORE4™ Adult Weight Management Program returns September 9 – November 25 to help adults make sustainable, science-backed changes for better health.

This 11-week series covers:
🔹 Nutrition (meal planning, macronutrients, eating out)
🔹 Exercise (movement for weight control)
🔹 Behavior change (hunger cues, intuitive eating)

📍 Lundquist Lurie Cardiovascular Center, Room 335, Torrance, CA
📅 Tuesdays | 5:30 – 6:30 PM
💵 $250 total
Led by RDN Kenny Lin, participants also gain access to quarterly virtual support sessions after the course concludes.

📞 To register, call 310-891-6717.

08/24/2025

🎉Celebrating Dr. Amirhossein Mahfoozi – our newest Reason is You Award honoree!

A grateful patient shared their story of life-saving care:
“Dr. Mahfoozi took on a challenging lobectomy due to my severe scoliosis—a surgery other physicians might have declined. He didn’t hesitate. Using robotic-assisted technology, he removed the cancer and ensured no spread. His skill, bravery, and compassion saved my life.”

We’re proud to recognize Dr. Mahfoozi for his extraordinary expertise and dedication to patient care. 💙

08/22/2025

Think ma*****na is harmless for teens? Think again.
Today’s ma*****na isn’t what it was in the ’70s. With THC levels up to 90%, teens’ developing brains are at risk for depression, psychosis, schizophrenia—even deadly fentanyl exposure.
🧠 The brain isn’t fully developed until age 25, and ma*****na can rewire it in ways that last a lifetime.
💡 Learn the facts and how to protect your teen.

Increased availability and potency of ma*****na are leading to a higher risk of psychiatric conditions and substance use disorder in young people with developing brains.