A Pap test, or Pap smear, screens for cervical cancer and is recommended for women between 21 and 65. If your results are normal, you may not need to get screened again for another three to five years, depending on your age and the test you receive. But what happens when your results come back positive, abnormal, or unclear? Read on to learn more about the goal of cervical cancer screening, understand what HPV and Pap tests are, and what your results could mean.

Dignity Health Medical Foundation (DHMF) is pleased to announce Anthony Quan as vice president of operations for southern California. 

In this role, Anthony will partner with physician and clinic teams to develop and execute operational strategies that prioritize cost-effective, high-quality health care services to meet the current and future needs of the communities we serve.

In recognition of Women’s Health Month during the month of May, we’re spotlighting important women’s health insights from physicians across different specialties. Lisbeth Chang, MD, an OB-GYN with Dignity Health Medical Group — Northridge, shares important insight on preventative screenings and OB-GYN care.

Dignity Health Medical Group in Northridge has opened a new urgent care location on the Northridge Hospital Medical Center campus at 18460 Roscoe Blvd on March 7, 2022. The clinic, which occupies the first floor, is conveniently located in the same facility as Dignity Health Medical Group — Northridge Family Medicine primary care offices. 

With the nature of health care shifting during this time, virtual visits play an important role in the health and safefty of Dignity Health Medical Group Patients. The following story about the success of virtual visits is by Dr. Pam Davis with Dignity Health Medical Group – Northridge Family Medicine.