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A physician checks a female patient's heartbeat using a stethoscope. She's checking for a heart murmur and possibility she may have atrial fibrillation.
Health and Wellness | August 27, 2018

What Is Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)? (video)

Douglas Gibson, MD, director of cardiac electrophysiology at Scripps Clinic, discusses the use of the Watchman heart device to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib).
A pregnant woman enrolled in the new comprehensive perinatology program at Scripps Health holds her belly.
News Releases | August 27, 2018

Scripps Clinic Launches Program to Support Women’s Health

Scripps Clinic has launched a perinatology program to provide expert specialist care for high-risk pregnancies.
A hand holding a paint brush is seen in this photo that is being used to illustrate a post on the healing arts program at Scripps Encinitas for patients recovering from brain injuries.
Scripps in the News | August 23, 2018

Media Spotlight On Scripps Encinitas Arts Classes For Patients with Brain Injuries

The Encinitas Advocated featured a story on the healing arts class offered for patients recovering from brain injuries at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.
Matthew Price, MD, is an interventional cardiologist at Scripps Clinic, who uses the MitraClip seen in this photo to help fix leaky mitral heart valve.
Health and Wellness | August 21, 2018

Fixing Leaky Heart Valves Without Open Heart Surgery (video)

Mitral regurgitation or a leaky mitral heart valve can lead to problems. The MitraClip can fix it without open heart surgery.
Scripps in the News | August 20, 2018

Media Update: Victor Espinoza's Recovery From Spine Injury

Hall of Fame jockey Victor Espinoza's recovery from a fall were recently documented by the news media. Espinoza is rehabilitating at Scripps Encinitas.
An ambulance is on the road transporting a patient to emergency room.
Scripps in the News | August 20, 2018

Research by Scripps Expert Featured on NBC National News

Ridesharing services, such as Lyft and Uber are helping more patients get to medical appointments, according to NBC Nightly News. A Scripps expert weighs in.
Health and Wellness | August 16, 2018

Identifying the Symptoms of Hypothyroidism

An underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) can sometimes mimic perimenopause symptoms, including weight gain, fatigue, irregular periods.
Health and Wellness | August 16, 2018

How to Prepare the Perfect Bento Box Lunch

Spruce up lunchtime by trying a Japanese bento box. Turkey or Mediterranean pinwheels are quick, delicious and perfect to pack for your child's lunch.
Health and Wellness | August 16, 2018

The Opioid Problem and the Scripps Solution

Scripps doctors are working to stop opioid addiction before it starts by educating patients about opioid use, risks, alternatives and more.
Health and Wellness | August 16, 2018

Parents and Physicians Play Vital Roles in the Lives of Special Needs Children

Primary care physicians help patients stay healthy by offering preventive care, such as routine screenings, checkups, flu shots and more.