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News Releases | June 3, 2025

New $664M North Tower Opens at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

New mom Lauren Dehasque of Rancho Santa Fe and newborn daughter Freja were the first patients to move into the North Tower at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla when the building opened June 1. They were joined by husband and dad Thibaud Dehasque.
The new North Tower at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla features comprehensive mother-baby services and advanced technology operating rooms.
Patient Stories | August 27, 2024

Clinical Expertise in Orthopedics

Scripps Clinic orthopedic surgeon Tianyi “Tim” Wang, MD, (left) treats complex knee issues and also conducts leading edge orthopedic research.
For decades, Scripps has been a leader in orthopedic care from research to treating hip, knee, spine and other musculoskeletal conditions.
Health and Wellness | July 30, 2024

Is Microdiscectomy Right for You?

Microdiscectomy is a type of spine surgery that can help relieve pain from a herniated lumbar disc. Learn how it works and when it's needed.
Health and Wellness | March 8, 2024

What Are Common Types of Spine Surgery?

When surgery is necessary to fix a neck or back problem, the answer may be minimally invasive procedures. An infographic illustrates the most common procedures.
Health and Wellness | March 7, 2024

When Is Cervical Spine Fusion Necessary?

Cervical spinal fusion connects two or more vertebrae to improve stability and reduce neck pain. Learn who needs it and how it's done.
Health and Wellness | August 18, 2023

On the Horizon: Rotator Cuff Repairs with Lab-grown Tissue

A man with a blue shirt holds a golf club in one hand and touches his right shoulder with his left hand while he looks out toward the golf course.
Rotator cuff injuries are common, especially as we age. Scripps researchers are studying a new way to fix injuries using lab-grown tendons.
Health and Wellness | April 17, 2023

New Knee Procedure Helps Athlete Overcome Torn ACL

A young athlete is active again thanks to BEAR, a new knee implant procedure to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament. Learn about BEAR.
Health and Wellness | June 24, 2022

What Are the Different Types of Back Pain?

Learn the symptoms for sciatica, herniated disc and other back problems and how the type of back pain relates to an injury or condition.
Health and Wellness | May 24, 2022

What Are Common Causes of Back Pain?

Back pain can happen to anyone and is often but not always short lived. Learn the symptoms and when to see a spine specialist.
Health and Wellness | January 11, 2022

8 Tips to Alleviate Back Pain

A woman wearing athletic apparel stretches to help relieve back pain.
Eight in 10 adults experience back pain. Exercise, proper posture and weight control can help alleviate back pain. Learn more ways.