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Health and Wellness | July 12, 2018

What is Robot-Assisted Hysterectomy?

A woman enjoys a sunny day at the beach shortly after recovery from robotic hysterectomy.
Learn the benefits of robot-assisted single-site hysterectomy. Robotic hysterectomy allows for quick healing and no scarring.
Scripps in the News | October 22, 2015

Huffington Post Article Highlights Scripps Role in Cancer Study

An article by the Huffington Post noted the role of Scripps Health in clinical testing of a smartphone-based cervical cancer diagnostic tool made by MobileODT.
Scripps in the News | October 6, 2014

Scripps Doctor at Forefront of Women’s Health Research

Scripps OB/GYN, Dr. Bruce Kahn, was profiled by local news as a leader of research in women’s health.
Scripps OB/GYN Bruce Kahn, MD, is at the forefront of research in women’s health and an adviser to a wireless medical device company.
Scripps in the News | September 29, 2014

IUDs And Implants Top Choices For Teen Birth Control

Recent recommendation is that teen girls who have sex should use long acting birth control methods.
Dr. Bruce Kahn, a Scripps Health pediatrician responds to a recent policy update, stating that IUDs are safe, effective and easy to use for most young women.
News Releases | May 29, 2014

MobileOCT and Partners Awarded First Prize in Vodafone Americas Foundation Wireless Innovation Award

The Vodafone America Foundation has awarded $300,000 for the collaborative development and testing of a smartphone-based cervical cancer diagnostic tool.
News Releases | March 19, 2014

Scripps Doctor Performs First Belly Button Hysterectomy in San Diego

A woman enjoys a sunny day at the beach shortly after recovery from robotic hysterectomy.
Scripps patient Heather Wilson became the first person in San Diego to undergo a single-site hysterectomy, performed at Scripps Mercy Hospital.
Scripps in the News | November 6, 2013

Help is Available for Pelvic Floor Disorders

A Scripps OB-GYN talks about pelvic floor disorders (incontinence and pelvic pain) in a blog post on Patch.com.
News Releases | March 25, 2008

New Therapy for Overactive Bladder

Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley now offers patients a simple new therapy treatment for overactive bladder syndrome.
News Releases | July 18, 2004

Scripps Clinic Performs Unique Dual Laparoscopic Procedure

The skill and teamwork of two physicians at Scripps Clinic led to a unique laparoscopic surgery that changed a woman's life.