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Empowered by Data: How People Are Using Smartwatches for Heart Monitoring

Posted by Sarah Tyre on 9/26/23 2:41 PM

The evolution of smartwatches has ushered in a new era of personalized health monitoring. Many of these devices now come equipped with an electrocardiogram (ECG) feature, allowing wearers to independently record their heart's rhythm.

This was the case for Val Chaban, a retired law enforcement officer from Lodi, who noticed that he was frequently experiencing a subtle but persistent fluttering sensation in his chest after his routine workouts.

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Dignity Health Medical Foundation Names New VP of Operations, Southern California

Posted by Sarah Tyre on 1/20/23 11:12 AM

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.

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1 in 3 Adults Have Prediabetes | Know the Signs, Symptoms and Risk Factors

Posted by Dignity Health Medical Group Staff on 11/29/22 1:02 PM

November is Diabetes Awareness Month and, according to the CDC, over the last two decades the number of adults with diabetes in the United States has more than doubled. 

We spoke with Tarandeep Kaur, MD, an endocrinologist with Dignity Health Medical Group — Stockton, to learn more about prediabetes and diabetes management.
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Try This National Diabetes Awareness Month Recipe

Posted by Sarah Tyre on 11/14/22 11:16 AM

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and we have a delicious, nutritional recipe to share with you. Liza Iv, a registered dietitian with Dignity Health Medical Group — Stockton shares a chocolate peanut butter chia seed pudding recipe from the American Diabetes Association for when you want a sweet, yet healthy treat.

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Men’s Health Month Series: What You Should Know About Prostate Cancer

Posted by Sarah Tyre on 6/9/22 12:40 PM

This June, we’re sharing insights from physicians across Dignity Health Medical Groups on topics that are crucial to men’s health. First up, is Paul Lee, MD, a urologist with Dignity Health Medical Group — Stockton.

Dr. Lee discusses what men should know about prostate cancer, the most common cancer for men in the United States, aside from nonmelanoma skin cancer.

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