USC Transplant Institute programs reach a new high in 2021
Physicians in the program performed 436 transplants in 2021, a new single-year record.
Tarina Kang named chief medical officer for USC Verdugo Hills Hospital
The experienced health care leader previously served as medical director of quality for Keck Medical Center of USC and medical director for the Evaluation and Treatment Clinic at Keck Hospital of USC.
Keck Medicine of USC and Methodist Hospital take next steps toward affiliation
The organizations submitted a signed agreement to the California attorney general for review. Following regulatory approval, Methodist Hospital will officially join the university’s clinical enterprise as USC Arcadia Hospital.
Keck Hospital of USC nationally recognized with an ‘A’ hospital safety grade for fifth consecutive time
The rating places Keck Hospital among the safest hospitals in the United States.
Armand Dorian named CEO of USC Verdugo Hills Hospital
Dorian — interim CEO since March — will lead all aspects of the hospital in advancing its mission of providing personalized, high-quality health care to the local community.
Marty Sargeant named CEO of Keck Hospital of USC and USC Norris Cancer Hospital
The experienced health care executive has served as interim CEO for the past year and will continue to lead the nationally ranked medical center.
Keck Medicine of USC launches wellness program to help potential living kidney and liver donors improve their health
Almost one-third of potential living kidney or liver donors seen at Keck Hospital of USC have reversible medical conditions which, if improved, could optimize their ability to safely donate.
Rodney Hanners named CEO of Keck Medicine of USC and president and CEO of USC Health System
Hanners, who has served as interim CEO since June 2020, has helped lead Keck Medical Center to rank among the top 25 hospitals nationally.
Steve Shapiro brings a big-picture approach to medicine at USC
USC’s top doc envisions the university as a role model for health equity and academic excellence.
Keck Medicine of USC expands employee wellness program beyond the pandemic
Care for the Caregiver program launched last year with services that included mental health support for staff and faculty and housing accommodations for frontline workers wishing to quarantine while keeping their loved ones safe.
Surgeons go ‘beyond the book’ to save patient’s hand
When a young EMT’s hand was in danger, two USC surgeons went above and beyond to save it.
Resources for USC health workers grow dramatically during pandemic
Throughout a year of stress and anxiety, Keck Medicine of USC front-line caregivers found guidance and respite via significantly expanded support programs.
Keck Hospital of USC nationally recognized with an ‘A’ hospital safety grade
The spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade marks the fourth consecutive time the hospital has received the top grade.
USC Athletics to transition student-athlete health care to Keck Medicine of USC
The updated athletic medicine program will allow USC’s student-athletes to benefit from Keck Medicine’s world-renowned experts and resources.
Keck Medicine of USC launches USC Cardiac and Vascular Institute
The institute brings together cardiovascular services at the academic medical center under one unified structure.
How USC Health Experts Jumped into Action to Fight COVID-19
Trust the science. Follow the data. Keck Medicine of USC confronts the coronavirus pandemic with strategies centered on rigorous research.
When COVID-19 vaccinations began, the USC community sprang into action
From day one of distribution to today, Trojans have been delivering vaccines to hard-hit communities, volunteering at mega-sites and ensuring that hundreds of thousands of shots get into arms.
One year in: A health system’s view from the COVID-19 pandemic
It’s been an intense, tragic and ultimately hopeful year for USC physicians and medical staff. Take a look back at the remarkable shifts and victories that have taken place over the last 12 months.
Steven Shapiro named first USC senior vice president for health affairs
The physician-scientist will bridge clinical and research efforts, a collaborative approach designed to improve care.
Keck Medicine of USC vaccinates elderly relatives of hospital staff
Roughly 300 family members of Keck Medicine’s environmental services, cafeteria and warehouse workers were vaccinated over the weekend in an effort to further combat COVID-19 disparities in L.A.
Updates on COVID-19 vaccination efforts at USC
Two Keck Medicine of USC experts recently provided an update on the vaccination process, including how they are prioritizing recipients and the safety profile of the Pfizer vaccine.
COVID-19 vaccines roll into USC health centers: Watch it in GIFs
Some 2,500 doses of extremely cold vaccines arrive to the sound of applause and The Spirit of Troy.
How USC plans to distribute its first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine
Two Keck Medicine of USC experts discuss the storage and prioritization of roughly 2,500 doses of groundbreaking vaccine.
COVID-19 vaccinations underway at Keck Medicine of USC
Following CDC and state health guidelines, COVID-19 vaccinations at USC are first going to health care workers on the front lines of the pandemic.