7 Facts to Know About Supplements Before Taking Them
Vitamin supplements can’t replace good nutrition, but some supplements may offer potential benefits in a healthy lifestyle….
Moving Forward with Parkinson’s Disease
After being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, physician Martin Adler turned to Scripps for his care, where underwent deep brain stimulation surgery….
Should You Go to the ER or Urgent Care?
For fast emergency health care in San Diego, should you head to the emergency room or the nearest urgent care? Scripps Health offers this quick-decision guide….
5 Things to Know About Total Joint Replacement
Joint replacement surgery has steadily improved over time, and hip and knee replacement surgery is easier, safer and more effective than ever before….
Peanut Allergy: Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment
It is estimated that food allergy affects approximately 5% of adults and 8% of children, with peanut allergy nearing approximately 2% of…
Point Loma Pediatrics – Open & Welcoming New Patients!
Point Loma Pediatrics is NOW OPEN and welcoming new patients in Liberty Station. Now open Welcoming new patients Accepting most insurance plans…
Dr. Mehta “Giving Thanks Through Healing”
Dr. Ritvik Mehta, otolaryngologist at California Head and Neck Specialists, was recently featured in a U-T San Diego article highlighting local physicians who…
Tips to Make Your Home Senior-Friendly
Aging is a part of life; as we age our needs and priorities change. Creating an age-friendly home can reduce your chance…
10% of our Physicians Named San Diego’s Best!
Congratulations to all of the Scripps Mercy Physician Partners members that were named as “2015 – Top Doctors” in the annual San Diego Magazine “Physicians…
Back Pain Facts Treatment Options
From strained muscles and pinched nerves to slipped or damaged discs, back pain has many causes. Depending on what triggers it, back…
‘Dr. Nick’ Uses his Own Weight Loss Journey to Inspire San Diegans
Tipping the scale at 467 pounds, Dr. Nick Yphantides was inspired to focus on his own health after battling testicular cancer. He decided…
His heart is in his work
Scripps Mercy cardiologist has spent 40 years healing hearts Scripps Mercy Hospital celebrates its 125th anniversary today, and cardiologist Jerrold Glassman has…
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