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Researchers Use Smart Knee Prosthesis to Improve Joint Implants
September 23, 2011 - Scripps in the News, Scripps Memorial Hospital EncinitasOrthopedic researchers at Scripps test a device that will help improve knee transplants. Scripps patient Donald McDonald is one of only four people in the world to test the electronic knee prosthesis, or “e-knee,” which Scripps researchers are using to help improve the science of joint replacement. Learn more about how Scripps is transforming medicine. Read More
Knee Pain: What’s Your Type & Treatment Plan?
September 6, 2011 - Wellness, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps ClinicWatching Cameron Maybin patrol the power alleys or Jason Bartlett barrel around the base paths, it’s clear the Padres rely on their speed game. Even those of us who move at a slightly slower pace need good knee health to keep active. Knee pain can stem from long-term overuse, sudden injuries, or underlying degenerative conditions. Depending on the type of pain and how quickly it develops, treat... Read More
Scripps Physician Helps Improve the Youth Sports Experience
August 10, 2011 - Scripps in the News, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Clinic Carmel ValleyMounting pressure to succeed in youth sports has coincided with a rise in overuse injuries and emotional stress among children. But Scripps sports medicine pediatrician Dr. Paul Stricker is helping make the youth sports experience safer and more enjoyable for young athletes. Through his writings, presentations and clinical practice, Dr. Stricker is educating parents and coaches about children’s... Read More
U.S. News & World Report Names Scripps Physicians to Top Doctors List
August 3, 2011 - News, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital, Scripps Clinic, Scripps Coastal Medical CenterLA JOLLA, Calif. – U.S. News & World Report has named 36 physicians from Scripps Health as “Top Doctors.” Of the top-ranked doctors at Scripps, U.S. News identified 19 physicians as being in the top one percent in the nation in their respective specialties. “We are proud of all of our doctors and are thrilled that the medical community has chosen to recognize this select group for being leaders... Read More
Former Padres Pitchers Tip Their Caps to Scripps Doctors
July 26, 2011 - Scripps ClinicOne is Major League Baseball’s all-time saves leader. The other is a two-time World Series champion with a perfect game to his credit. But former Padres pitchers Trevor Hoffman and David Wells didn’t enjoy long and successful baseball careers without a few health issues along the way. Both say they benefitted greatly from the support of the team’s medical staff from Scripps. “Scripps doctors we... Read More
Scripps Offers Tips to Avoid Youth Sports Injuries, Burnout
July 25, 2011 - News, Scripps Memorial Hospital La JollaParents, youth sports coaches and others interested in learning practical ways to improve the youth sports experience are invited to attend a free educational event Thursday, Aug. 25 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. The presentation will be led by Scripps sports medicine pediatrician Dr. Paul Stricker, who was a team physician for the 2000 Olympic Games. Dr. Stric... Read More
Scripps Tips - June 2011
June 1, 2011 - Scripps Tips, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital, Scripps ClinicSan Diegan to Celebrate 20 Years of Survival from Terminal Cancer at 20th Annual Cancer Survivor’s Day June 12 Just more than 20 years ago, San Diegan Lawrence Bartlett was diagnosed with stage 4 lymphoma – and doctors expected him to survive only a matter of weeks. On June 12, he’ll share his amazing story of 20 years of survival as part of the 20th annual Cancer Survivor’s Day event at Scripp... Read More
How the Padres Manager Keeps Himself in Playing Shape
May 16, 2011 - News, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital, Scripps ClinicPadres manager Bud Black’s 2010 National League Manager of the Year honor is based largely on his strategic approach to the game. Black, 53, is pretty savvy when it comes to managing his health, too. How does he keep himself in playing shape, some 15 years after his last appearance as a Big League pitcher? Heinz Hoenecke, MD, the Padres head team doctor from Scripps Clinic, believes it’s a comb... Read More
Men at Risk for Osteoporosis
May 11, 2011 - WellnessMore than two million American men today have osteoporosis, and another three million are at risk. Find out when you should be screened for osteoporosis. Statistics reveal that each year older men suffer one-third of all hip fractures and experience spine and wrist fractures due to osteoporosis as well. Unfortunately, this silent disease usually progresses without symptoms until diagnosed follo... Read More
The Savvy Patient - Shoulder Can Be Ground Zero for Pain
March 15, 2011 - Scripps in the News, Scripps ClinicIn this week’s installment of The San Diego Union-Tribune’s “Savvy Patient” column, Scripps Health provides insight on dealing with shoulder pain. In the United States, nearly 1.5 million people a year visit an emergency department for shoulder problems, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The shoulder is one of the most common regions where patients suffer pain. Pinpoi... Read More